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Knowledge Sharing: Refrigeration Compressor Crankcase Heater Working Principle and Checkpoints

  • Release time: 2026-09-12

Knowledge Sharing: Refrigeration Compressor Crankcase Heater Working Principle and Checkpoints

Crankcase heater is mounted on compressor bottom to keep lubricating oil temperature during equipment shutdown. It prevents refrigerant vapor from condensing and dissolving into refrigeration oil when unit stops running. Dissolved refrigerant will dilute oil viscosity and reduce lubrication effect once compressor restarts. The heater automatically stops heating when compressor starts normal operation to avoid overheating. Power supply of crankcase heater should remain energized during long-term shutdown of cold room system. Formal refrigeration factory configures matched crankcase heater for semi-hermetic and hermetic compressors. Xindacool equips crankcase heater as standard part for low-temperature condensing unit products. Heater failure leads to liquid refrigerant accumulation inside crankcase and increases startup wear risk. Around 26% of compressor startup damage faults are associated with crankcase heater failure. Megohmmeter test can check insulation integrity of heating coil during regular maintenance. Do not cut off heater power supply several hours before compressor startup. Normal crankcase heater operation protects compressor and reduces startup failure probability.

FAQ

  1. Q: Where is the crankcase heater installed on compressor? A: It is installed at the bottom of compressor crankcase.
  2. Q: What problem does crankcase heater avoid? A: Prevent refrigerant condensation and dilution of lubrication oil.
  3. Q: What state should crankcase heater stay when unit is shut down? A: Keep power on to maintain oil temperature.
  4. Q: What percentage of startup compressor damage relates to heater fault? A: 26% of compressor startup damage comes from crankcase heater failure.
  5. Q: What tool checks heating coil insulation performance? A: Megohmmeter insulation resistance test.

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