If you check the math below, I used an AFR of 12, a BSFC of .55, and intake manifold temperatures of 130. Target BHP is 400. I am actually running 19 psi, I used 14 psi as that was the figure I arrived at through calculations for target 400 bhp.
If you are bored or curious, locate your compressor map and plot your positioning.
***I just did the math and plotted my actual placement on the map, at 19 psi. As you can see at 8000 RPM (Doubt that I would ever touch this area in the 2.4L) I am past the compressor's choke point.
#108510, "RE: Challenge: plot your setup on the compressor map" In response to Reply # 0
This tells me you need to run more boost.
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#108511, "RE: Challenge: plot your setup on the compressor map" In response to Reply # 1
hehe, if you can find the compressor map for me I'll post up. I emailed hahn a while back and they told me they didn't have any info on it and to use the numbers from the Greddy T67. I was kind of set back from this but what ever. I still have been searching for the map from the Greddy T67 as well...just can't seem to find it....
#108518, "RE: Challenge: plot your setup on the compressor map" In response to Reply # 3 Feb-16-11 10:17 PM by Slo2g
So I think I got it. I used the T04z compressor map because after some research( I could be wrong) I think this is the closest I could find to the S25g....any who here are my plots, the two red dots on the map. I used Dave's IAT's, pressure loss on intake and compressor outlet, and VE. This is also based off my 2.0 motor so its a 122.04 CI instead of Daves 2.4.
#108519, "RE: Challenge: plot your setup on the compressor map" In response to Reply # 4 Feb-17-11 09:33 AM by 420agreenvilleSC
good thread dave. I didn't see anything wrong with your calculations zac but nevertheless, I suck at math. I don't know what's good or bad nor do I know if I calculated this correctly. As zac did, I used Dave's VE and IM temp #'s. I wanna do more reading on this... interesting.
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#108520, "RE: Challenge: plot your setup on the compressor map" In response to Reply # 4
Zac, your plot is using two different boost pressures. That is why the plot is weird. Figure your actual boost pressure and use that figure for the last equation to find the actual air flow. In class on my phone right now, will check it when I get out.
#108521, "RE: Challenge: plot your setup on the compressor map" In response to Reply # 6
Maybe Dave, although I don't see how(don't know what I did wrong). I used 18psi and I actually used 420hp but it should be more(I was going off what my car actually made on the dyno and not crank hp.) I'm awaiting your responce
#108522, "RE: Challenge: plot your setup on the compressor map" In response to Reply # 7 Feb-17-11 07:03 PM by CODE4
Originally posted by Slo2g Maybe Dave, although I don't see how(don't know what I did wrong). I used 18psi and I actually used 420hp but it should be more(I was going off what my car actually made on the dyno and not crank hp.) I'm awaiting your responce
***Annotated worksheet in first post to make the different calculations clearer. Plotting points on compressor map with known boost pressure requires the last equations only!***
Zac, I think the confusion stemmed from my calculation example. Really, to plot the mass air flow all one needs to do is use the last equation to solve for Mass Air Flow. The MAP psia is Manifold Pressure + System Loss (I used 2 psi for this example) + atmosphere (14.7). The pressure ratio should be the same across different RPM points, unless of course boost creep is happening or you have a 2 stage boost controller.
AirFlow(actual) = ((MAP psia) * VE * (N/2) * Displacement) / (639.6 * (460 + IM Temp))
#108524, "How To Read Turbo Compressor Map | Explained" In response to Reply # 0
For those that have a tough time reading a compressor map, I will break it down so that using the calculations in the first post, you can easily find a compressor that will suit your needs.
Efficiency Islands: concentric islands referencing the compressor's efficiency - 0.78 = 78%, etc.
Turbo Speed Lines: the large numbers next to the somewhat horizontal lines that drop down towards the right side of the map. These lines refer to turbo speed at particular pressure ratio vs. air flow plots. At points between these lines, the turbo speed can be directly interpolated.
Surge Line: the dotted line on the furthest left of the compressor map. Air flow at or near this point is on the verge of compressor surge. For example, without the use of a BOV, when the engine is in boost and the throttle plate is slammed shut (for example, shifting gears) the pressure remains constant however the airflow drops hard to the left. Typically, compressor housings that have ported shrouds will have the surge line extended more to the left. Operating at or near the surge line is not healthy for the turbo.
Choke Line: compressor flow limit. Operating near this line approaches the point where the turbo tends to fall on its face (for example, 16G at 8000 RPM). As the compressor approaches this line the flow limit is reached and the compressed air temperature rises quickly.
When selecting a turbo, calculate your horsepower target using the calculations in the first post. Then calculate the required pressure to support that airflow and horsepower at desired RPM. Ideally, you want the majority of your time in boost to be in the highest efficiency island as possible. This will differ greatly for engines used specifically for drag racing (all time spent above 5000 RPM) or street applications where boost is desired at 2500 RPM.
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#108529, "RE: How To Read Turbo Compressor Map | Explained" In response to Reply # 10
Nice, Dave. Now here is another question. What happens to the eff chart when boost is introduced into the turbo via another turbo. Then inlet pressure would be positive and more than atmospheric. Where would that move the efficiency range?
#108531, "RE: How To Read Turbo Compressor Map | Explained" In response to Reply # 11
Hmm interesting question. Without searching/researching the intrawebz, I imagine you add the boost pressure feeding the turbo to 14.7 (atmosphere). Since the P1C is higher, the pressure ratio drops, placing you lower on the compressor map. Subsequently, you can up the boost pressure of the second turbo to bring P2C higher, and bringing your pressure ratio back up. So I would imagine that running sequential turbos allows the second turbo to be run at a much higher boost pressure without operating off the compressor map.
#108532, "RE: How To Read Turbo Compressor Map | Explained" In response to Reply # 12
Exactly Looks like the lbs/min would jump up drasticly as well but staying within the turbos efficiency range meaning more airflow at a lower temp than just upping the boost. At least in theory...
