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Rotary Screw Compressors

SM Series
With the world-renowned SIGMA PROFILE
Free air delivery 0.30 to 1.50 m3/min, Pressure 8 – 11 – 15  bar
 SM Rotary Screw Compressors
Energy-saving
SIGMA PROFILE

Compact Compressed Air Power Each KAESER rotary screw

compressor airend uses SIGMA
What do users expect from a PROFILE rotors – specially
compressor system? developed by KAESER – that require
approximately 15 percent less energy
They expect maximum efficiency and reliability. This sounds simple,
than conventional rotors of the same
but these advantages are influenced by many different factors: Energy Intelligent design –
air delivery capacity. The airends in
costs, for example, taken over the lifetime of a compressor, add up to SM Aircenter
SM units use even further refined
a multiple of investment
Compressor system investment Kaeser’s SM series ‘Aircenter’ rotors.
costs. This not only
Maintenance costs systems offer more than space-
applies to large Sigma Control
saving compressed air production,
systems, but also to
treatment and storage: They The SIGMA CONTROL compressor
smaller packages
redefine the concept of turnkey controller is a robust PC-based
such as SM series
compressed air systems, as each industrial computer with a real-
compressors.
model features the very latest time operating system and update
Efficient energy
technology to ensure unrivalled capability. ‘Traffic light’ style LEDs
consumption
user advantages and outstanding clearly indicate system operational
therefore plays a vital
performance. All three modules – status.
role in the production
the compressor, refrigeration dryer
of compressed air.
and air receiver – are enclosed
The air system must
within one cabinet, so that the whole
also deliver the Energy costs system operates as an integrated
compressed air in
the correct volume,
Potential energy savings package. The components within Even quieter
every Kaeser 'Aircenter' package
at the required quality, and The new cooling system combines
are perfectly matched to provide
provide exceptional reliability. This is essential to ensure maximum optimum sound damping with
optimum energy efficiency, ease
availability of compressed air powered production equipment. Last but enhanced cooling. Normal
of maintenance and unrivalled
not least, a truly efficient compressed air system should incur minimal conversation can take place right
durability.
maintenance costs. This is achieved by using high quality components next to the running compressor.
and through logical design which allows excellent
accessibility to all maintenance points. KAESER rotary 9 6
screw compressors fulfil all of these needs and provide 7
the basis for highly efficient compressed air production.
1
2
Dual-flow fan
4 5 The patent-pending dual-flow cooling
3 fan produces the cooling air flow
for the drive motor on one side and
SM optionally available as the cooling air for the package on
an Aircenter model
the other. The crescent-shaped fan
8 with refrigeration dryer and
blades help to further reduce sound
compressed air receiver
emissions.

1 Air filter
2 SIGMA PROFILE airend
Powerful – Efficient – Quiet
3 Drive motor
As the most efficient way to achieve a given drive power, KAESER uses large, low
4 Auto. belt tensioning system speed rotary screw airends. This ensures that the specific power is always within the
M 12 approx. 261 optimal range. SM series units use a flexible V-belt drive system to precisely determine
5 Separator Tank nd S 0- 5
9a 6 30 airend speed dependent upon the airend being used. Low airend speed also means
SM
6 Cooler that components are subjected to less wear and consequently last longer, whilst noise
7 Compressor controller emissions are also significantly reduced in comparison with high speed airends. This is
particularly important for compressors installed directly in work environments.
8 Air receiver
9 Refrigeration dryer
SM – Maximum Versatility
SM with energy-saving dryer Maintenance friendly
Kaeser’s compact modular design with integrated All maintenance work can be carried out
refrigeration dryer (T version) has significant from one side of the unit. The left housing
advantages: The dryer is contained in its own cover is easily removed to allow excellent
separate cabinet within the unit to prevent exposure component accessibility. Furthermore,
to heat from the compressor package, which there’s no need to remove the housing
consequently enhances reliability. The dryer shut- cover to inspect fluid levels or drive belt
down feature – which is linked to compressor tension, as these can be checked via a
operation – can also be selected via the compressor convenient inspection window. ‘T’ versions
controller to further reduce energy consumption. are also equipped with a service opening
for the test button on the refrigeration
dryer’s electronic condensate drain.

Variable speed control EMC tested and certified

also available Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) is
The use of variable speed control can provide particularly important for compressors
definite advantages for specific applications, which in order to ensure optimum system
is why the SM 12 is also available with this feature. performance. The electromagnetic
The SIGMA FREQUENCY CONTROL (SFC) compatibility of the components and of the
module is integrated within the compressor control complete machine has been tested and
cabinet and, like the SIGMA CONTROL and SIGMA certified in accordance with EMC guideline
CONTROL BASIC compressor controllers, is a Class A1 (for industrial networks) and
quality product manufactured by Siemens. Class B (residential) as per EN 55011.

Aircenter: The integrated solution Energy savings Compressor system investment

Maintenance costs
The compact SM Aircenter series from Kaeser Energy costs account for over 70 percent
provides cost-effective compressed air production, of total compressed air costs. This can
treatment and storage with minimal space therefore amount to a significant sum
requirement. The compressor, dryer and 270-litre even for smaller compressed air systems,
air receiver are integrated within a single housing. which is why KAESER uses the very
Each unit is optionally available with a micro-filter or latest technology to ensure that every
micro-filter combination. compressor provides best possible
energy efficiency. These compressors
Standard version form the basis for reliable and cost- Energy costs
SM rotary screw compressor effective compressed air production as Potential energy savings
part of a correctly planned and integrated
compressed air supply system.

Cooling air Circulating air Exhaust air

Cooling system with dual-flow fan Tailored control
The high-efficiency cooling system uses an innovative dual-flow fan (patent Developed in close co-operation with Siemens, the SIGMA CONTROL BASIC
pending) that not only ensures exceptional performance, but which also multi-function controller provides all the advantages of modern compressor
keeps sound emissions to an absolute minimum. The system uses separate control technology without the additional costs associated with PC-based
flow paths for the compression air and for the motor and fluid cooling air to control systems. Using the proven ‘Dual’ and ‘Quadro’ control modes, this
guarantee sufficient reserves even at high ambient temperatures of up to 45°C. advanced control system will communicate with – and constantly monitor –
Compression efficiency and motor cooling are enhanced by drawing in the air the compressor package. If necessary, system messages can be defined
for motor cooling and compression from the ambient surroundings. Furthermore, as alarms and, with the addition of an optional memory module, can be
sound levels are exceptionally low as the air flows through the cooling system forwarded to a master control system. The memory module is simply plugged
at low speed. This system also significantly contributes to the effectiveness and into a specially allocated slot in the ‘SIGMA CONTROL BASIC’, which then
reliability of refrigeration dryers in T-version packages. controls the compressor system via a Kaeser ‘SIGMA AIR MANAGER’.
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Complete unit electric motor to IP 55 (SM 12/IP 54) dual-flow fan (patent pending) fitted Ergonomic control panel Professional planning
and insulation class F for additional to motor drive shaft. Compressed air supply system with separate components
Ready for operation, fully automatic, Red, yellow and green LEDs show
reserve. 3 1 Rotary screw compressor
super silenced, vibration damped, all operational status at a glance. Also 7
Electrical components 5
2 Refrigeration dryer
panels powder coated. features a plain text display, 30 selectable
V-belt drive with 3 Air receiver
Ventilated control cabinet to languages, touch keys with icons and a Aquamat condensate
automatic belt tensioning 6 4

Sound insulation IP 54, automatic star-delta starter; duty cycle indicator. 2

treatment
5 Filter
Durable V-belt drive with automatic motor-overload protection; control 4
Lined with washable foam, anti- Prime functions 1 6 ECO DRAIN condensatedrain
tensioning device for extended belt life. transformer. Air-main charging system
vibration mounts, double vibration Fully automatic monitoring and
7
6
damped.
Fluid and air flow SIGMA CONTROL regulation of airend discharge
temperature, motor current, Compressed air supply system with Aircenter
Airend Honeycombed dry-air filter, pneumatic Interfaces for data communication
direction of airend rotation,
inlet and vent valves, cooling fluid comprising: RS 232 for a modem, 2
Genuine KAESER rotary screw, single air filter, fluid filter and fluid separator
reservoir with three-stage separator RS 485 for a slave compressor in 1 Rotary screw compressor
stage airend with SIGMA PROFILE cartridge; display of performance data, Complete "Aircenter" system
system, pressure release valve, base-load sequencing mode (not with
rotors and cooling fluid injection for service intervals of primary components, 2 Air-main charging system
minimum pressure/ check valve, SFC models), Profibus DP interface 3 Aquamat condensate
optimised rotor cooling. operating hours, status data and event treatment
thermostatic valve and micro-filter in for data networks. Prepared for 1 3
memory data. Selection of Dual, Quadro,
cooling fluid system. Teleservice.
Electric motor Vario and Continuous control modes as
required.
German made premium Cooling Only properly designed air Therefore benefit from decades
efficiency (EFF1) (For further information refer to SIGMA CONTROL /
Air cooled; separate aluminium coolers SIGMA CONTROL BASIC brochure 780) systems can meet the demands of compressed air engineering
for compressed air and cooling fluid, for air quality, availability and experience and let KAESER design
efficiency that are placed on a your compressed air supply system.
Technical Specifications – SM Standard version T – Version with integrated refrigeration dryer (Refrigerant R 134a)
modern compressed air supply.

Rated
motor
Model Working
pressure
FAD*) Max. work-
ing pressure
Sound
level**)
Dimensions
WxDxH
Weight Model Working
pressure
FAD*) Max. work-
ing pressure
Dryer power
consumption
Sound
level**)
Dimensions
WxDxH
Weight Dimensions
power kW bar m³/min bar dB(A) mm kg bar m³/min bar kW dB(A) mm kg Standard version
7.5 0.90 8 7.5 0.90 8
5.5 SM 9 10 0.75 11 64 630 x 762 x 1100 200 SM 9 T 10 0.75 11 0.3 64 630 x 1074 x 1100 275
13 0.55 15 13 0.55 15 Compressed

1100
air outlet
7.5 1.20 8 7.5 1.20 8
Power
7.5 SM 12 10 1.01 11 64 630 x 762 x 1100 210 SM 12 T 10 1.01 11 0.3 64 630 x 1074 x 1100 285 connection

13 0.77 15 13 0.77 15 630 510

558
762
7.5 1.50 8 7.5 1.50 8
Front view Rear view View from right 3-D view
9 SM 15 10 1.26 11 65 630 x 762 x 1100 220 SM 15 T 10 1.26 11 0.37 65 630 x 1074 x 1100 295
13 1.00 15 13 1.00 15 T – Version with integrated refrigeration dryer

SFC – With variable speed drive T SFC – Version with variable speed drive and integrated refrigeration dryer
Rated Model Working FAD range Max. work- Sound Dimensions Weight Model Working- FAD range Max. work- Dryer power Sound Dimensions Weight Compressed

1100
motor pressure ing pressure level**) WxDxH pressure ing pressure consumption level**) WxDxH air outlet
power kW bar m³/min bar dB(A) mm kg bar m³/min bar kW dB(A) mm kg
Power
7.5 0.34 - 1.24 8 7.5 0.34 - 1.24 8 connection

7.5 SM 12 SFC 10 0.34 - 1.04 11 66 630 x 762 x 1100 220 SM 12 T SFC 10 0.34 - 1.04 11 0.3 66 630 x 1074 x 1100 295 858
630 510
1074
13 0.30 - 0.78 15 13 0.30 - 0.78 15
Front view Rear view View from right 3-D view

AIRCENTER – With refrigeration dryer and compressed air receiver AIRCENTER SFC – With variable speed drive
Aircenter – With refrigeration dryer and compressed air receiver
Rated Model Working FAD*) Max. work- Dryer power Air Sound Dimensions Weight Model Working FAD range Max. work- Sound Dimensions Weight *optionally available with a micro-filter or micro-filter combination
motor pressure ing pressure consumption receiver level**) WxDxH pressure ing pressure level**) WxDxH
power kW bar m³/min bar kW capacity dB(A) mm kg bar m³/min bar dB(A) mm kg
7.5 0.90 8 7.5 0.34 - 1.24 8
5.5 AIRCENTER 9 10 0.75 11 0.3 270 64 630 x 1200 x 1716 390 AIRCENTER
12 SFC 10 0.34 - 1.04 11 66 630 x 1200 x 1716 410 Power

1716
13 0.55 15 connection
13 0.30 - 0.78 15 Compressed
7.5 1.20 8 air outlet
7.5 AIRCENTER 12 10 1.01 11 0.3 270 64 630 x 1200 x 1716 400 * FAD to ISO 1217; 1996, annex C. **) Sound level to PN8NTC2.3 at 1m distance, free-field measurement

13 0.77 15
7.5 1.50 8 805,5
630 594
9 AIRCENTER 15 10 1.26 11 0.37 270 65 630 x 1200 x 1716 410 1200

13 1.00 15 Front view Rear view View from right 3-D view
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Choose the required grade of treatment according to your field of application: Explanation:
Air treatment using a refrigeration dryer (+3°C pressure dew point) THNF = Bag filter
Cleans dusty and heavily contaminated intake air
Examples: Selection of treatment classes to ISO 8573-1 1) ZK = Centrifugal separator
Solids Water Oil Bacteria Upon
Installation for heavily Separates accumulating condensate

KAESER
request fluctuating air demand
Pure air and

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Upon ED = Eco Drain
cleanroom technology request 4 1 Electronic level-controlled condensate drain

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FST FB = Pre-filter

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Dairies, breweries 1 4 1 Filters FC = Pre-filter

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Air receiver RD ZK
Food and semi-luxury food * FD = Particulate filter (attrition)
1 4 1 FE = Micro-filter

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production

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AMCS FD ACT FF Separates aerosol oil and solid particles
Very clean conveying air, FE FF = Micro-filter
chemical plants 2 4 1 Separates aerosol oil and solid particles
AMCS
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Upon FG = Activated carbon filter
Pure air and Upon request
1 For adsorption of oil vapours
cleanroom technology request 4

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FFG = Activated carbon and micro-filter
*
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FST combination

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Pharmaceutical industry 1 4 1

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FFG RD = Refrigeration dryer

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For drying compressed air, pressure dew point
Weaving machines, photo labs to +3 °C
1 4 1 RD ED Compressor THNF
AMCS * DD = Desiccant dryer
For drying compressed air, pressure dew point

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Paint spraying, powder coating 1 4 1 to -70 °C
AMCS FF
* ACT = Activated carbon adsorber
Packaging, control and For adsorption of oil vapours
KAESER

instrument air 1 4 2 FST = Sterile filter

AMCS FE
For sterile compressed air
General works air, Aquamat = Condensate treatment system
high-grade sand blasting 2 4 3
AMCS AMCS = Air-main charging system
FC
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Shot blasting 2 7 3 Aquamat

FB
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Low-grade shot blasting

3 7 4
Contaminants:
For KAESER rotary screw compressors
Conveying air for waste water systems *in refrigeration + Solids –
3 9 4 dryer, FE micro- + Water/Condensate –
filters are optional
Other machines for TG to TI series + Oil –
No quality requirements 8 9 5 dryers. + Bacteria –
For air mains subject to sub-zero temperatures:
Compressed air treatment with a desiccant dryer (down to -70 °C pressure dew point)
Degree of filtration:
Solids Water Oil Bacteria Upon
KAESER

Pure air and request Total

Upon
Class ISO 8573-1

cleanroom technology request 1-3 1 Solid particles1) Humidity2) oil

content2)
Installation for heavily
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Pharmaceutical industry, FST fluctuating air demand Max. Max. particle Pressure
dairies, breweries 1 1-3 1 particle concentra- dew point
KAESER

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size tion (x = liquid water

Microchip production, optics, food µm mg/m³ in g/m³) mg/m³
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and semi-luxury food production 1 1-3 1 FD ACT

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AMCS
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0 e.g. Consult Kaeser regarding pure air and

FE Filters cleanroom technology
Paint spraying 2 1-3 1 Air receiver DD FE ZK
AMCS 1 0.1 0.1  - 70  0.01
Upon 2 1 1  - 40  0.1
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Pure air and Upon request

3 5 5  - 20 1
cleanroom technology request 1-3 1
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4 15 8 +3 5
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FST 5 40 10 +7 –
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Process air, pharmaceuticals 1 1-3 1 6 – –  + 10 –

7 – – x  0.5 –
KAESER

Photo labs Compressor THNF 8 – – 0.5 < x  5 –

1 1-3 1
KAESER

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AMCS FG FD DD FE ED 9 – – 5 < x  10 –
Especially dry conveying air, paint 1
) As per ISO 8573-1:1991 (The specification for particle content is
spraying, fine pressure controllers 2 1-3 2 Aquamat not measured as per ISO 8573-1:2001, as the limits defined there in
AMCS for Class 1 are to be applied to ‘Clean Rooms’)
2
) As per ISO 8573-1:2001
P-651/24ED.4/08 Specifications are subject to change without notice

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