Product Description
Lubrication is crucial for turbochargers spinning at super high speeds. Traditionally, engine oil has been used to lubricate turbocharger bearing systems, but it comes with limitations and hassles. Oil-lubricated systems offer limited mounting options as oil needs to flow back to the engine by gravity, unless you use costly and complex scavenging systems. They're also prone to contaminants from engine wear, leaks, and smoking. These issues inspired Comp Turbo to develop the world's first production oil-less water-cooled turbocharger! Our patented CTR Oil-Less Turbochargers use a version of the Triplex Ceramic triple ball bearing system. The bearings are lubricated by a special high-quality non-channeling grease. The bearing housing has a water jacket for cooling and a Zerk fitting for easy servicing. Comp Turbo ball bearing turbochargers have a patented triple ball bearing design with 99% mechanical efficiency. This means faster transient response compared to the industry-standard dual ball bearing system, thanks to reduced friction losses. It significantly improves response times and maximizes power output! Our patented Triplex Ceramic bearing system is housed in a billet aluminum cartridge, making our turbochargers 5 to 12 pounds lighter on average. Our entire line of turbochargers is proudly made in the USA and features our latest R-Line technology. It includes the CTR 7/14 veined billet slim hub extended tip compressor wheel and high-efficiency CTR slim hub high-flow turbine wheel, our most advanced rotor technology yet. Features: • Titanium Bullet Nose • Fully Rebuildable/Upgradeable • Anti-Surge Compressor Housing • CTR Compressor and Turbine Wheel • Triplex Ceramic Oil-Less Bearing System • Can be mounted in any orientation • Eliminates oil lines CTR Compressor Wheel Technology: The CTR-line turbochargers have a 7 - 14 vaned compressor wheel, representing the latest in compressor design. It has a small-diameter hub to boost intake airflow and an extended tip for better efficiency at high pressure ratios. The R-line design, with maximum inducer diameters, generates higher boost pressures at high engine speeds and can increase engine HP output by up to 15%. The R-line advanced compressor wheels are available on our full range of CT turbochargers. CTR High Flow Turbine Technology: The CTR Turbine wheels have 25% lower inertia, leading to quicker rotor acceleration. The slim hub and thin blade design are unique and increase the flow capacity by 30% compared to the old GT style Turbine wheel. The Comp Turbo CTR high flow turbine wheels have low leaving velocity due to longer blade lengths, minimizing losses. This results in higher turbine efficiency and a wider flow range than other turbine wheels in the industry. CTR turbine wheels are designed for high exhaust flow and have low leaving gas velocity to improve turbine efficiency. Turbochargers are built to order and take 3 to 5 weeks to deliver.
Using your turbocharger is straightforward. First, make sure it's properly installed according to the mounting instructions. It can be mounted in any orientation, which gives you flexibility. Since it's oil - less, you don't have to worry about oil lines, but you do need to ensure the water - cooling system is connected and functioning correctly. When starting your engine, let it run for a short time to allow the turbocharger to reach optimal operating conditions. For maintenance, check the Zerk fitting regularly. You can use it to service the bearing system easily. The turbocharger is fully rebuildable and upgradeable, so if you notice any performance issues or want to improve it, you can do so. Keep an eye on the compressor and turbine wheels. If you hear any unusual noises or notice a drop in power, it might be time for an inspection. Also, since it's built to order, expect a 3 - 5 week delivery time. Make sure to give enough lead time if you're planning an engine upgrade.
