Connecting Rod and Crank Shaft The connecting rod shall be of I cross-section providing

adequate strength and rigidity. The crank shaft shall be adequately designed so as to ensure
smooth running, without vibrations. It shall be accurately finished to size and shall have sufficient
length so as to be fitted to main bearing and flywheel. 3.1.6 Flywheel The flywheel shall be
designed such that it is well balanced and is of sufficient weight to give an even turning moment.
The wheel shall be of robust construction. The spokes shall have oval cross-section and the boss
shall have split construction such that the wheel runs true with the shaft. The flywheel shall be
suitable for type of power transmission i.e. flat belt, V-belt, direct coupling etc. between the
driver and compressor. 3.1.7 Main Bearings The main bearings shall be of robust construction
assuring long bearing life and shall have sufficiently large diameter and adequate length. The
bearing at the crank pin end of connecting rod shall be fitted with bronze lined with best quality
white metal. The bearing at the cross head end shall be fitted with a bushing made of bronze.
The bearings shall be made in halves and shall have forced feed lubrication. 3.1.8 Valves The
valves shall have straight and uniform lift and maximum effective area so as to ensure low air
velocity and minimum valve clearance. The valve plate discs shall be heat treated, tempered and
ground and the valve seat shall be case hardened. The valve springs shall be capable of effecting
quick opening and closing and shall also provide the required cushioning effect. The valve design
shall be such that the valve can be easily removed for checking and maintenance. 3.1.9
Lubrication (a) Frame Lubrication Frame lubrication for small compressors with motor rating upto
55 kW shall be of splash type. The pressurised i.e. forced feed system shall be used for
compressors with higher motor rating. In case of force feed lubrication, the oil pump shall be
either driven by crank shaft of the