Maximum Recommended Support Spacing

Double Acting Compressor

Applications:

• This table provides the maximum sleeper spacing for straight runs of steel pipe for a double acting reciprocating compressor operating at the specified speed
• The lateral mechanical natural frequency for the specified sleeper spacing is also calculated

Instructions:

• Enter the operating speed of the compressor
• Press the "Sleeper Spacing" button

Cautions/Tips:

• Additional supports will be required near elbows, flange sets, valves, etc.
• Note that support spacing is based on the assumption that supports are rigid; since elevated pipe supports generally are not rigid, the support spacing must be reduced for installations using elevated supports.
• These guidelines are most applicable in the immediate compressor area

Disclaimer: All calculations provided at the Beta Machinery Analysis web site are intended for educational use only.