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 have limited mounting options as oil needs to flow back into the engine by gravity, unless you use expensive and complex scavenging systems. They're also prone to contamination from engine wear, as well as oil leaks and smoking. Comp Turbo addressed these issues with an innovative design, introducing the world's first production oil-less water-cooled turbocharger! The patented CTR Oil-Less Turbochargers use a Triplex Ceramic triple ball bearing system. The bearings are lubricated by a high-quality, proprietary non-channeling grease. The bearing housing has a water jacket for cooling and a Zerk fitting for easy servicing. Comp Turbo's ball bearing turbochargers feature a patented triple ball bearing design with 99% mechanical efficiency. This results in a faster transient response compared to the industry-standard dual ball bearing system, thanks to minimized friction losses. It dramatically 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 the latest R-Line technology. The CTR 7/14 veined billet slim hub extended tip compressor wheel and high-efficiency CTR slim hub high-flow turbine wheel are part of our most advanced rotor technology. 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, which represents the latest in compressor design. It has a minimum diameter hub to maximize intake airflow and an extended tip design for better efficiency at higher pressure ratios. The R-line design, with its maximum inducer diameters, can produce higher boost pressures at high engine speeds and increase engine HP output by up to 15%. The R-line advanced compressor wheels are available on all our CT turbochargers. CTR High Flow Turbine Technology: The CTR Turbine wheels have 25% lower inertia, leading to faster rotor acceleration. The slim hub and thin blade design are unique and maximize the flow capacity, 30% more than the previous GT style Turbine wheel. The Comp Turbo CTR high-flow turbine wheels have minimal leaving velocity due to a longer surface blade length, which minimizes losses. This leads to higher turbine efficiency and a greater flow range than other turbine wheels in the industry. CTR turbine wheels are ideal for high exhaust flow requirements and have minimal leaving gas velocity, which increases turbine efficiency. Turbochargers are built to order and take 3 to 5 weeks to deliver.
Using your Comp Turbo oil-less turbocharger is straightforward. First, make sure to mount it properly. Since it can be mounted in any orientation, you have the flexibility to choose the best position for your engine setup. When it comes to powering up, the turbocharger will start working as soon as your engine begins running. Its fast transient response means you'll notice an immediate improvement in power output. As for maintenance, check the Zerk fitting regularly. This allows for easy servicing of the bearing system. The bearing system uses a high - quality non - channeling grease, but it still needs occasional attention. Keep an eye on the water jacket for cooling. Make sure the water flow is consistent to prevent overheating. If you need to upgrade or rebuild the turbocharger, it's fully rebuildable and upgradeable. Just follow the proper procedures or consult a professional. Remember, turbochargers are built to order, so be patient as it takes 3 to 5 weeks for delivery. And always follow safety guidelines when working with your engine and turbocharger.
