Turbocharger System: Turbocharger: Description
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| 1 - TURBINE |
| 2 - TURBOCHARGER SPEED SENSOR |
| 3 - COMPRESSED AIR FLOW |
| 4 - COMPRESSOR |
| 5 - FRESH AIR FLOW |
| 6 - YOKE MECHANISM |
| 7 - NOZZLE RING |
| 8 - SHROUD PLATE |
| 9 - AIR FLOW TO ENGINE |
| 10 - VANES |
The electronically controlled Variable Geometry (VG) turbocharger is a water cooled, exhaust-driven, oil lubricated compressor that increases the pressure and density of the air entering the engine. With the increase of air entering the engine, more fuel can be injected into the cylinders, which creates more power during combustion.
The VG turbocharger allows the engine to operate in a wide power and speed range to achieve the best power, torque, and engine operating conditions.
The VG turbocharger can also provide engine braking and to reduce engine warm up time.
The VG turbocharger assembly consists of:
- Turbocharger assembly
- Variable Geometry Nozzle (7)
- Water Cooled Bearing housing
- Electronically Controlled Actuator