HP Gas System For Missiles

The High-Pressure (HP) Gas System for Missiles is a specialized apparatus designed to provide high-pressure gas, typically nitrogen, to support various missile system operations. Manufactured by Hydraulics International, Inc. (HII), this system ensures the reliable and efficient supply of pressurized gas necessary for missile maintenance, testing, and operational readiness.​

Technical Details:

1. Gas Type and Purity:

   • Nitrogen Gas: The system primarily utilizes nitrogen due to its inert properties, making it ideal for pressurizing and purging missile systems without risk of combustion.​

   • Purity Level: Capable of delivering nitrogen with a purity of up to 99.5%, ensuring compliance with stringent aerospace standards.​

2. Pressure and Flow Specifications:

   • Pressure Output: Provides adjustable pressure settings, typically ranging from 0 to 5,000 pounds per square inch gauge (psig), accommodating various missile system requirements.​

   • Flow Rate: Capable of delivering nitrogen at flow rates up to 30 standard cubic feet per minute (SCFM), facilitating efficient servicing operations.​

3. Design and Configuration:

   • Self-Contained Unit: The system is designed as a self-contained, enclosed, and skid-mounted unit, facilitating easy integration into existing facilities.​

   • Power Options: Available in both electric-driven and diesel engine-driven configurations, offering flexibility based on infrastructure and operational preferences.​

4. Operational Features:

   • Automated Control: Equipped with a programmable logic controller (PLC) that automates gas generation and filling processes, minimizing the need for manual intervention.​

   • Purity Monitoring: Features an on-board gas purity analyzer that continuously monitors and calibrates purity levels, ensuring consistent compliance with specified standards.​

   • User Interface: Incorporates a human-machine interface (HMI) touch screen, providing real-time operational data, maintenance diagnostics, fault logs, and troubleshooting aids.​

5. Compressor and Booster System:

   • Oil-Free Design: Utilizes 100% oil-less feed and high-pressure air compressors, eliminating the need for oil separators and extending the lifespan of gas separation membranes.​

   • Pressure Boosting: Includes integrated pressure boosters to achieve the desired high-pressure gas output, ensuring efficient servicing of high-pressure systems.​

6. Safety and Maintenance:

   • Diagnostic Features: The system provides full operation and maintenance diagnostics via the HMI, facilitating proactive maintenance and reducing potential downtime.​

   • Environmental Considerations: Designed with an oil-free compressor system, the unit minimizes environmental impact and reduces maintenance requirements associated with oil management.​

Applications:

• Missile System Pressurization: Provides the necessary high-pressure nitrogen to pressurize missile systems, ensuring optimal performance during storage and deployment.​

• Purging Operations: Utilized to purge missile fuel lines and other components, removing contaminants and moisture that could affect system reliability.​

• Maintenance and Testing: Supports routine maintenance and functional testing of missile systems by supplying controlled high-pressure gas, ensuring readiness and safety.​

Technical Specifications Table:

Implementing the HP Gas System for Missiles within operational frameworks ensures a consistent and reliable supply of high-purity gases, thereby enhancing efficiency, safety, and compliance across various applications.