Field Engineering Bulletin

Bulletin No. 40.20.25

Upgraded LMX/BMX-33X Gearbox

EFFECTIVE DATE:
JUNE 14, 2011
AFFECTED MODELS: LMX/BMX-33X

REV: E
PAGE 1 OF 4

In response to the continuing customer-driven requirement to improve reliability of our products, Sundyne
Corporation is pleased to introduce and release an upgraded gearbox design that replaces the former
GB01AG05, GB01AG07, and GB01AG09 module configurations. This product improvement affects all
field installations of Sundyne pump and compressor models LMV/BMP-331, LMC/BMC-331,
LMV/BMP-333, LMC/BMC-333, LMC/BMC-337, and BMP-338.
The upgraded LMV/BMP-331 gearbox is identified by the new module numbers GB01AG10 and
GB01AG11. GB01AG10 module is for the option of 16 pitch gears on the output shaft. The upgraded
LMV/BMP-333 and BMP-338 gearbox is identified by module number GB01AK09. Exchange gearboxes
will conform to the new configuration as of September 1, 2003.
Repair parts for the old configurations will still be available with an extended delivery schedule.

The cross-sectional drawing, on page 4, identifies the areas of improvements which are summarized as
follows:
1. Input shaft bearings (Items 125C and D) are changed to spherical roller bearings to increase the
calculated L10 life by an order of magnitude. Spherical roller bearings can withstand up to 2 of
misalignment.
2. Lower idler shaft ball bearing (Item 125A) changed to 1.75 inch ( 44.5 mm) hydrodynamic
bearing design for higher shaft speeds and greater load capacity.
3. New internal oil pump (Item 160) delivers 12% more oil flow to accommodate the additional idler
shaft journal bearing.
4. Fluoroelastomer O-rings are used to seal the gearbox split lines (Item 936AG).
5. Gear ratios, output shaft and bearings, and mounting configurations will not change therefore
hydraulic/aerodynamic performance of a converted unit is not affected.
6. Oil pressure relief valve (Item 175) has been changed to a spring type design. Internal Viton O-ring
controls re-seating pressure. Existing units mount the relief valve on the lower side of the bearing
plate. The longer relief valve configuration requires an elbow for lower side installation. New units
mount the relief valve on the upper side of the bearing plate; no elbow is needed.

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ISO 3004 Rev I

Title: Upgraded LMX/BMX-33X Gearbox

Bulletin No. 40.20.25

Rev: E
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The following list compares old Sundyne part numbers to new Sundyne part numbers.
Item No

Description

Old Designation

New Designation

A120

Input Shaft Assembly

SH01AG12X

SH01AG18XA*

-120

Input Shaft

SH02AG03

SH02AG07

-122A

Input Helical Gear

GE04AG01XXX

GE04AG03XXX

-125C

Upper Input Shaft Bearing

21-060

21-118

-125D

Lower Input Shaft Bearing

21-122

21-117

* If any input shaft component listed under old designation must be replaced, the entire input shaft
assembly listed under new designation and noted by * is required.
Item No

Description

Old Designation

New Designation

160

Internal Oil Pump

PU04AG02 or PU04AG03

PU04AK01**

** The new internal oil pump completely replaces either old style internal oil pump without any additional
changes.
Item No
A140

Description
Idler Shaft Assembly

Note 1

Old Designation

New Designation

SH01AG13X or SH01AD06X0

SH01AD06X1***

-140

Idler Shaft

SH02AG02XX or
SH01AD07XX0

SH01AD07XX1

-122C

Lower Idler Spur Gear

GE03AA01XXX

GE03AG03XXX

-125A

Lower Idler Shaft Bearing

21-027

BE09AG17A***

151D

Lower Idler Shaft Bearing

BE09AA11

BE09AG17A***

155D

Lower Idler Thrust Washer

None (for 21-027 only) or

WA05AA01320 or WA05AW02

WA05AA13C***

101A

Lower Gearbox Housing

HO05AA03

HO05AD13X1***

*** If any idler shaft component or the lower gearbox housing listed under old designation is to be
replaced, all the components listed under new designation and noted by *** must be replaced.
Note 1: The first time a customer converts to the SH01AD06 shaft assembly, a conversion kit will need to
be purchased. Conversion kit KT01AD62X1 contains (1) BE09AG17A, (1) WA05AW02, (2) 14223UC, (1) GK01AA01, (1) HO05AD13X1, and (1) instruction manual.
Item No

Description

Old Designation

New Designation

105

Split Line Gaskets

GK01AA01****

14-223UC (Item 936AG)

102

Bearing Plate

PL01AG02X

PL01AG02XXXX1

101

Lower Gearbox Housing

HO05AA03

HO05AD13X1

**** To convert from split line gaskets to split line O-rings the bearing plate and lower gearbox housing
listed under new designation must also be changed.
Item No

Description

Old Designation

New Designation

175
24-163 or 71-292
71-816*****
Pressure Relief Valve
***** Existing field units can benefit from the new relief valve design by using a 71-816 valve with a 3/8
street elbow located on the high speed shaft bearing side (lower side) of the bearing plate. Sundyne
Corporation offers this conversion as kit #VA01AG01.

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ISO 3004 Rev I

Title: Upgraded LMX/BMX-33X Gearbox

Bulletin No. 40.20.25

Rev: E
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Two maintenance and operating practices will also change with the upgraded gearbox. First, the
preferred gearbox lubricant will change to ISO viscosity grade 46. Second, greater care must be taken
when installing the upper gearbox housing because of the spherical roller bearings. Before installing the
upper gearbox housing, lubricate the upper housing bearing bores and bearing outside diameters with
gearbox oil. Use a machinist level to position the outer race of the upper input shaft bearing and ensure
that the idler shaft is in its proper location before installing the upper gearbox housing. Use the level on
top of the upper gearbox housing while lowering it into position. If difficulty persists, slightly expand the
upper bearing bores by heating the upper gearbox housing in an oven to 200 F (93 C), then proceed
with installation using proper safety procedures.
The pressure relief valve was changed from a stem type design to a spring type design for increased
reliability. Due to the increased length of the new relief valve, the valve location on new unit/gearbox
purchases has been moved from the lower side of the bearing plate to the upper side of the bearing plate.
For the existing field population, the new valve is to be installed with a street elbow into the lower side of
the bearing plate, see photos below. By utilizing an elbow an extra half inch of space is gained allowing
the idler shaft to be moved to the side for the installation of the low speed shaft. Relief valve assembly
number VA01AG01 includes an elbow to simplify gearbox assembly. This assembly can be purchased
from Sundyne Corporation.
OLD DESIGN BEARING PLATE
(LOWER VIEW)

OLD DESIGN BEARING PLATE

(UPPER VIEW)

Idler shaft

Pressure relief valve and a 90 street elbow

(kit # VA01AG01)

Pressure relief valve orientation,

pointing away from the idler shaft

The relief valve internal o-ring was changed from Teflon to Viton material to control the needle and seat
so that the designed re-seating pressure can be obtained.
Upgraded LMX/BMX-33X gearboxes have been operating successfully in the field since 2003. Sundynes
Exchange Gearbox Program offers the greatest value for your equipment investment. OEM quality
components are used throughout the exchange gearbox, field assembly is eliminated, and credit is given
when the old gearbox is returned. Exchange gearboxes are warranted for 12 months from start up or 18
months from date of shipment.
Sundyne Corporation is confident these gearbox improvements will lead to increased reliability and unit
life for all installations. For more information about these upgrades, contact the Field Service Groups at
our manufacturing facilities located in Arvada, Colorado, U.S.A. and Dijon, France.

Kerry Kramlich
Malcolm White
Chad Lindgren
Chris Fouts

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Approvals
Engineering Manager
SISA Engineering Manager
Field Service Manager
Aftermarket Manager

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09/22/2011
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09/27/2011

ISO 3004 Rev I

Title: Upgraded LMX/BMX-33X Gearbox

Bulletin No. 40.20.25

Rev: E
Page 4 of 4

New Configuration
A120

120

125C
122A

A140

140

125D

175
160

936AG

101

122C

125A
155D

Minimum Theoretical L10 Bearing Life

(Output Speed 10,000 rpm)

Internal Oil Pump Flow Rate

(150 oF, 65 oC)

250000

2.4

50 Hz

60 Hz

10

New Configuration

0.8

Old Configuration

50 Hz
50000

1.2

New Configuration

100000

1.6

Old Configuration

60 Hz

0
200

220

240

260

280

300

0.4

Load, kW
250

300

350

400

Load, Horsepower

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ISO 3004 Rev I

Oil Flow, U. S. GPM

8
150000

Oil Flow, m 3 /hr

L 10 Bearing Life, Hours

200000