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 into the engine by gravity, unless you use costly and complex scavenging systems. They're also prone to contamination from engine wear, 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 lubricated by a high-quality, 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 quicker transient response compared to the industry-standard dual ball bearing system due to reduced friction losses, significantly improving response times and maximizing 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. All our turbochargers are proudly made in the USA and feature the latest R-Line technology. They come with a CTR 7/14 veined billet slim hub extended tip compressor wheel and a high-efficiency CTR slim hub high-flow turbine wheel, our most advanced rotor technology yet. Features include a Titanium Bullet Nose, full rebuildability/upgradability, an Anti-Surge Compressor Housing, CTR Compressor and Turbine Wheels, a Triplex Ceramic Oil-Less Bearing System, flexible mounting in any orientation, and the elimination of oil lines. The CTR-line turbochargers have a 7 - 14 vaned compressor wheel with the latest compressor design technology. It has a small-diameter hub to boost intake airflow and an extended tip design for better efficiency at high pressure ratios. The R-line design can produce higher boost pressures at high engine speeds and increase engine HP output by up to 15%. The CTR Turbine wheels have 25% lower inertia for faster rotor acceleration. Their slim hub and thin blade design maximize flow capacity, 30% more than the previous GT style Turbine wheel. With a longer surface blade length, they have minimal leaving velocity, reducing losses and increasing turbine efficiency and flow range. 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 it's properly installed in your engine following the manufacturer's guidelines. It can be mounted in any orientation, which gives you flexibility. When it comes to performance, expect faster response times and more power output, thanks to the advanced bearing and wheel designs. For maintenance, the Zerk fitting on the bearing housing allows for easy servicing. You can lubricate the bearings with the recommended high-quality non-channeling grease at regular intervals. The water jacket in the bearing housing helps keep things cool, so ensure your cooling system is in good working order. Also, keep an eye on the compressor and turbine wheels for any signs of wear. If you notice any issues like reduced performance or strange noises, it might be time to have it checked or rebuilt. Remember, these turbochargers are built to order, so it takes 3 to 5 weeks for delivery. Plan your projects accordingly.
