Turbochargers are able to provide vehicles with increased efficiency and power but you need to check if the right components are fitted to ensure proper functioning. One of the components you need to consider is turbocharger oil water lines. These will lubricate and cool the turbocharger.
As turbochargers spin at very high speeds,
There is a lot of heat and friction generated within its moving parts. And you need to have proper lubrication to prevent the parts wearing out prematurely. Clean oil is supplied through the oil supply line to the turbocharger and it will lubricate the compressor shafts, turbine, bearings etc. of the turbocharger. And this lubrication will reduce friction and heat generated by the workings of the turbocharger. There should be quality materials used for the design of the oil supply line so that proper oil pressure and flow can be maintained. Also, the right hose sizes should be used to make sure that the oil reaches the turbocharger without meeting any resistance. The turbo oil return line will transport the used oil that has absorbed the heat of the turbocharger. This return line is an essential part of the turbocharger cooling system.
The heat generated
In the turbocharger is due to air compression and the spinning of compressor wheels and the turbine. If there is no mechanism to cool this system, the additional heat generated can reduce efficiency and increase wear and tear the turbocharger components are exposed to. And there can even be damage caused to parts. The coolant supply line carries engine coolant to the turbocharger from the vehicle cooling system and this is used to dissipate the heat generated by the turbocharger. Most of the time, this is water cooled and the coolant will go through a heat exchanger. The coolant will absorb heat from the turbocharger and return to the cooling system of the engine. Here, it will be cooled down so that it can circulate through the system again.
There should be a continuous flow of coolant when it comes to managing heat in the turbocharger.
And this is maintained by the turbocharger oil water lines. This will prevent thermal stress leading to high durability in the components of the turbocharger. There has to be a balance between the coolant and oil supply line so that optimal turbocharger performance can be achieved. And this is what contributes to the efficiency of the turbocharger. With proper lubrication, the wear and tear experienced by the components can be reduced and this will ensure a smoother turbocharger operation. And this will ensure reduced emissions and better combustion. A properly functioning oil water line will also contribute to improved fuel economy of the vehicle. Heat soak is an issue that can come up with improper cooling and this will affect the performance of the turbocharger. You need to make sure that cooling is carried out consistently so that thermal expansion and contraction is prevented. This is what ensures that the components of the turbocharger maintain their alignment and shape.
