Seismic compressors

HamworthyKSE

Hamworthy 185 E Seismic Compressor

Seismic compressors
the latest in compressor design from Hamworthy KSE
Hamworthy KSE seismic compressors offer you a fully

Choice of drive options

integrated, lightweight and compact solution to your high

with diesel engine, electric motor drive and

pressure air needs. Each machinery package includes a

variable speed.

choice of drive, skid base and control system and is

engineered to suit your seismic requirements.

Integral cooling system

including heat exchanger, thermostatic valve and

Multiple compressor installations with programmable logic

circulating pump.

controller provides a flexible response to air gun demand.

Compact self-contained light weight unit
Hamworthy KSE seismic compressors are offered with

with driving motor and integrated base with anti

capacities from 10 to 1800 cfm (280 - 50670 l/min) at

vibration mounting system.

pressures up to 3000 psi g (207 bar).

Built-in safety
with automatic protective warning, shutdown and
alarm facilities.

Hamworthy 1600 E Seismic Compressor

Vibration isolating mount system

for smooth running to minimise noise transmitted
to the sea.

Dry sump lubrication

to meet extremes of ships roll at sea.

Hamworthy 425 D Seismic Compressor

Performance and
reliability

High efficiency with low concentric valve and

generous interstage cooling minimising the
amount of absorbed power

Low unit noise and vibration improves

reliability and reduces interference with survey
results

Containerised option offers contractors and

operators flexibility in vessel utilisation

Easy and low maintenance thanks to easy

access features and simple modular
construction

Multiple unit control system provides local and

Hamworthy 1200 E Seismic Compressor

remote operation of two or more compressors

Complete

through-life support
From installation to in-service operation Hamworthy

Training courses delivered by design,

KSE seismic compressors are backed-up by dedicated

engineering and service personnel are tailored

engineers to ensure you have complete through-life

to the users individual needs

security and support.

Engineers on-hand to examine and report on
compressor condition and to carryout
maintenance and overhaul

Compressor installations can be proactively

monitored via satellite link and the internet
and preventive maintenance advice offered

Global maintenance contracts undertaken by

dedicated Hamworthy KSE seismic engineers

Typical model 50 E electric driven compressor

Typical model 185 E electric driven compressor

1300

1180

1425

2430

Typical model 425 E electric driven compressor

Typical model 425 D diesel driven compressor

2060

1150

2100

1300

2090

3364

1840

4860

Typical model 800 E/1200 E electric driven compressor

Typical model 800 D diesel driven compressor

2215

2300

(3890 for 50Hz)

1980

7160

Typical model 1600 E electric driven compressor

Typical model 1600 D diesel driven compressor

2360

6360

2360

1970

3048

Model

7185

Air Flow Rate (CFM)

Stroke

7185

3048

Footprint (mm)

Height

Wet Weight

Motor

(mm)

2000 PSI

3000 PSI

Width

Length

(mm)

(kg)

Power (kW)

50 E*

50

50

48

1150

1300

1300

700

49

50 D*

50

50

48

2200

1400

1300

850

49

185 E

70

185

177

1710

1690

1990

2600

94

185 D

70

185

177

1710

3020

1700

4000

94

425 E (50Hz)

100

400

390

1960

3890

2060

5240

225

425 E (60Hz)

100

400

390

1960

3370

2060

5200

225

425 D

100

400

390

2090

4860

2060

7960

225

800 E

Compound

800

800

1970

6360

2215

13070

430

800 D

Compound

800

800

1980

7160

2300

17270

430

1200 E

Compound

1200

1970

6460

2215

13400

610

1600 E

Compound

1600 - 1800

1600 - 1800

3048

7185

2360

23800

830 - 980

1600 D

Compound

1600 - 1800

1600 - 1800

3048

7185

2360

24600

830 - 980

* Model E: Electric Drive

* Model D: Diesel Drive

Hamworthy KSE Limited

Marine & Offshore
Fleets Corner Poole
Dorset BH17 0JT England

The manufacturers reserve the right to alter the specification

and data to incorporate improvements in design.
Certified drawings will be issued on request.

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