JG:JGA Frames

ARIEL balanced/opposed, multi cylinder, gas compressor arranged for clockwise rotation when facing the drive end of the compressor (standing on the driver looking at the compressor). Designed for operation with appropriate engine, electric motor, turbine or other prime mover. Includes the following standard equipment:

Heavy-duty, horizontal balanced/opposed, moisture and dust-proof compressor frame.
Forged steel crankshaft
Precision insert tri-metal bearings.
Strong, H-beam design forged steel connecting rods
Short single compartment distance piece standard. Short two compartment and long two compartment distance piece are available as an option (See Distance Piece Arrangements )
Built-in crank end cylinder support
Lubricating oil pump with system relief valve for full pressure lubrication to bearings and crossheads. (SeeFrame Lube Oil System )
Manual lube oil priming pump is available as an option
Frame mounted full-flow lube oil filter with inlet and outlet pressure gauges
Lube oil strainer and stainless steel lube oil tubing with plated steel fittings
Crankcase oil breather
Oil level sightglass
Force-feed lubricator pump(s) with block distribution system, cycle indicator / and no-flow shutdown(s), and stainless steel tubing with plated steel fittings for cylinders and packing. (See Compressor Cylinder Lube Oil System )
Special wrenches and tools
Instruction manual and parts lists in electronic format
Mechanical run test with cylinders mounted

For cylinder information refer to M, P, SP, JG Cylinders.

Ariel Corporation Application Manual
27 May 2004