GA 180-315 (VSD+)

Oil-Injected screw compressors GA (VSD⁺)

The Atlas Copco GA 180-315 VSD+ is an oil-injected rotary screw compressor engineered for high energy efficiency, reliability, and simple serviceability in heavy-duty industrial applications.

Core Features

- Innovative Hybrid Drive Train: Combines fixed speed and Variable Speed Drive motors to provide a turndown ratio of up to 85%, offering operational flexibility without losing energy.
- Interior Permanent Magnet (iPM) Motor: Utilizes high-efficiency oil-cooled IE4 or better class motors to lower energy consumption by up to 50% compared to traditional fixed-speed models.
- SmartInjection Technology: Integrates state-of-the-art compression elements with precise oil injection to maximize Free Air Delivery by up to 12% and improve overall compression efficiency.
- Dual Oil Circuits for Single Core Operation: Features two independent oil circuits allowing the machine to continue production on a single motor if maintenance is required on the other circuit.
- IP66-Rated Protection: Completely seals the drive train against environmental dust and moisture, ensuring steady operation in harsh climates.
- High Ambient Temperature Capability: Designed to perform reliably in extreme industrial environments with working capabilities up to 55 degrees Celsius.
- Elektronikon Touch Controller: Provides precise control and monitoring of operational parameters with intuitive touchscreen diagnostics to optimize system efficiency.
- Patented Portal Design: Groups all service components together for effortless access, reducing overall routine maintenance time by half.

Air Quality and Separation

High-Efficiency Filtration: Employs an heavy-duty air intake filter paired with multi-cartridge oil separator vessels to minimize oil carry-over and protect downstream systems.
Integrated Refrigeration Dryer: Available in Full Feature configurations to remove condensed moisture and deliver a guaranteed pressure dewpoint of 3 degrees Celsius.
Thermostatic Bypass Valve: Allows cold lubricant to bypass the oil cooler during start-up so the machine rapidly reaches its optimum operating temperature.
Low Noise Axial Fans: Delivers high-volume cooling air to the oil cooler and aftercooler while keeping workshop noise levels to a minimum.

The Atlas Copco GA 180-315 VSD+ oil-injected rotary screw compressors deliver market-leading energy savings, extreme reliability, and a compact workspace footprint. By combining advanced variable speed drive engineering with state-of-the-art interior permanent magnet motor technology, these heavy-duty systems drastically reduce operating costs.

Key Performance Benefits

- Exceptional Energy Efficiency
  The system matches motor speed precisely to actual compressed air demand. This eliminates costly idling states and cuts energy consumption by an average of 50 percent compared to fixed-speed units.
- Advanced Motor Performance
  Equipped with oil-cooled IE4 or higher class interior Permanent Magnet motors. This robust design guarantees premium electrical efficiency and reliable start-ups under load.
- Increased Air Output
  Features innovative compression elements with SmartInjection technology. This architecture yields up to a 12 percent increase in Free Air Delivery to improve overall factory performance.
- Space-Saving Vertical Footprint
  Utilizes a vertical design layout instead of a traditional horizontal orientation. This engineering choice reduces required floor space in your facility by approximately 60 percent.
- Tough Environmental Resilience
  The integrated drive train features an IP66 protection rating. This shields critical inner working parts from ambient moisture and dust, allowing continuous operation in temperatures up to 55 degrees Celsius.
- Halved Maintenance Windows
  Service points are grouped together tightly for fast access. A patented portal frame canopy design allows maintenance teams to reach internal components instantly, cutting standard service time in half.
- Intelligent Monitoring Systems
  Controlled by the Elektronikon Touch smart interface dashboard. The unit includes integrated SmartLink connectivity for remote performance tracking, cellular data notifications, and predictive maintenance alerts.
- Quieter Operations
  Equipped with high-efficiency, low-noise axial cooling fans. Sound levels are limited to as low as 73 decibels during peak production hours to protect shop floor environments.

System Infrastructure Benefits

Optimal Warm-Up Cycles
Built-in thermostatic bypass valves redirect cold lubricant away from the oil cooler during early phases. This helps the machine reach optimal operating temperatures quickly on startup.
Integrated Air Treatment Options
Full Feature variations incorporate refrigeration dryers and low pressure drop moisture separators. This system extracts condensate to deliver clean, dry air directly to downstream tools.
Thermal Energy Recovery
Optional energy recovery systems can adapt directly to the main oil circuits. This application lets factories capture up to 75 percent of compressor shaft power as hot water for building heating or industrial processes.