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Centrifugal
Superchargers: A centrifugal supercharger powers an impeller
-- a device similar to a rotor -- at very high speeds to quickly
draw air into a small compressor housing. Impeller speeds
can reach 50,000 to 60,000 RPM. As the air is drawn in at
the hub of the impeller, centrifugal force causes it to radiate
outward. The air leaves the impeller at high speed, but low
pressure. A diffuser -- a set of stationary vanes that surround
the impeller -- converts the high-speed, low-pressure air
to low-speed, high-pressure air. Air molecules slow down when
they hit the vanes, which reduces the velocity of the airflow
and increases pressure.
Any of these superchargers can be added to a vehicle as an
after-market enhancement. Several companies offer kits that
come with all of the parts necessary to install a supercharger
as a do-it-yourself project. In the world of funny cars and
fuel racers, such customization is an integral part of the
sport. Several auto manufacturers also include superchargers
in their production models.
Paxton
SL Supercharger | Vortech
SL Supercharger
Supercharger
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