|
WHIPPLE SUPERCHARGERS
|
 |
|
If you’re interested
in building your own supercharger packages for kit to resale to the
general public, there is no better supercharger than a Whipple Twin
Screw Compressor. OEM manufactures utilize positive displacement
superchargers due to their incredible throttle response and drive-ability
of a big cubic inch motor. When building a system for the consumers,
you must provide a very broad power ban with a high peak horsepower
level, only the screw compressor can give you this. This is due
to the high adiabatic (up to 80%) and volumetric efficiency levels (up
to 99.9%). The Whipple screw compressor is the latest generation,
durable and dependable performance-enhancing item ever designed for
either low boost or high boost levels. Available in a complete unit
or a “rotor assembly” for builders own housings.
The screw compressor
is by far the best supercharger available today; it’s the only supercharger
to provide a positive displacement design for maximum low-end torque
as well as high efficiency for maximum top-end horsepower. No
other supercharger in the world can offer the same unique benefits.
Centrifugals and turbos have tremendous lag time during shift points,
on-off throttle and off the line boost. Roots-type superchargers
have been proven to not be very efficient, especially at higher boost
levels. Whipple Superchargers has a variety of screw compressors
for all types of applications, anywhere from a 100 cubic inch compressor
to the 510 cubic inch compressor. Whipple also has a wide assortment
of drive lengths, pulley combinations and bypass valves for all types
of applications.
EXCLUSIVE NEW FEATURES
- Manufactured in the USA
- Comparison data shows a significant
improvement (W140ax-Green) vs. the previous generation 2.3 liter (Blue)
on back-to-back testing.
- Superior noise level in comparison
to previous design, virtually noise free operation.
- High flow rotor coating for
increased efficiency and increased durability.
- Increased bearing lubrication
for lower operating temps and increased durability.
- Serviceable supercharger,
replaceable and upgradeable component design.
- More robust design, double
angular front bearing and sealed roller rear bearing for improved reliability.
- Oil sight glass for proper
oil level inspection.
- 100,000 mile oil change intervals.
| Model |
Displacement |
Max Continous RPM |
Max Peak RPM |
Max CFM |
Max M^3/HR |
Max PSI |
Peak VE |
Peak AE |
SC Blueprint (PDF) |
| W100AX |
1.6 Liter/rev |
18,000 |
20,000 |
1120 |
1902 |
30 |
99 |
81 |
100AX |
|
W140AX |
2.3 Liter/rev |
18,000 |
18,000 |
1430 |
2430 |
30 |
99 |
80 |
140AX |
| W140R |
2.3 Liter/rev |
18,000 |
18,000 |
1389 |
2360 |
30 |
95 |
77 |
140R |
|
W175AX |
2.9 Liter/rev |
18,000 |
18,000 |
1720 |
2922 |
30 |
99 |
78 |
175AX |
| W200AX |
3.3 Liter/rev |
16,000 |
18,000 |
2140 |
3635 |
30 |
99 |
78 |
200AX |
|
W200R |
3.3 Liter/rev |
16,000 |
18,000 |
2030 |
3449 |
30 |
94 |
76 |
200R |
| W245AX |
4.0 Liter/rev |
16,000 |
18,000 |
2518 |
4278 |
30 |
99 |
78 |
245AX |
|
W305AX |
5.0 Liter/rev |
18,000 |
20,000 |
3462 |
5882 |
30 |
98 |
77 |
305AX |
| W305R |
5.0 Liter/rev |
18,000 |
20,000 |
3250 |
5522 |
30 |
93 |
75 |
305R |
|
W510AX |
8.3 Liter/rev |
11,000 |
12,000 |
3462 |
5882 |
30 |
98 |
77 |
510AX |
| W510R |
8.3 Liter/rev |
11,000 |
12,000 |
3250 |
5522 |
30 |
93 |
75 |
510R |
WHAT
SEPERATES THE WHIPPLE FROM THE COMPETITION
- Positive displacement twin
screw design has the highest efficiency of all superchargers
including roots and centrifugal
- Higher efficiency
means more power at all rpm levels
- Unique Whipple twin screw
design provides the largest power gains across entire rpm range
- Latest screw compressor rotor
profile designed today, offering superior flow vs. efficiency vs. physical
dimensions
- Conformal rotor coating for
increased performance
- Lowest tolerance level of
all aftermarket positive displacement superchargers, offering the highest
quality
- Low tolerance levels increase
performance across entire rpm operating range
- Double angular front bearings
for superior strength and durability
- Rear roller bearing, with
double seal for superior durability
- Precision cut helical gears
for precise rotor clearances, for superior performance and low noise
levels
- Rear bearing out design for
increased clearance for packaging restraints
- Serviceable and upgradable
design for superior longevity
- Similar screw compressor
design as the Ford GT supercar
- Similar screw compressor
technology that Mercedes has utilized on all their latest vehicles including
the 600hp McLaren SLR, E55AMG, S55, CL55, SLK32 and SL55
- Dyno proven to produce more
horsepower and torque than any other supercharger throughout the entire
rpm range
- Industry leading near-zero
noise levels (db)
- 100,000 mile oil change intervals
- Marine approved rotor coating
- Unmistakable industry leading
fit and finish
- True technological leader
in supercharger industry
SUPERCHARGER
COMPARISON
|
|
Whipple
Charger |
Centrifugal |
Turbo |
Roots |
| Response |
Awesome idle-to-redline
rpm power. No lag. |
Poor low-speed response,
similar to "turbo lag." |
Poor low-speed response.
Turbo lag. |
Good low to mid range
power. |
| Driveability |
Increased lugging
ability in higher gears. Increased power throughout rpm range. |
Must downshift to
maintain boost level. |
Must downshift to
maintain boost level. |
Increased lugging
ability in higher gears. |
| Engine
Torque Curve |
Virtually flat curve;
ideal characteristic. |
Often worse than
uncharged engine at low speeds. |
Often worse than
uncharged engine at low speeds. |
Wide range; fall-off
can occur at high speeds. |
| Heat
Buildup |
Low; intercoolers
are usually not needed. |
Low; intercoolers
are usually not needed. |
High; may need intercooler |
High; limits boost
available. |
| Noise |
Very low noise levels.
|
Typically very noisy. |
Very low noise levels. |
Typically very noisy. |
| Adiabatic
Efficiency |
70-85% |
60-80% |
65-80% Peak |
30-65% |
|
|
|
|
;)
