Multistage Centrifugal Blower Technology

Lone Star MC Multistage Centrifugal Blowers

High-performance multistage centrifugal turbo blowers for industrial air and gas applications requiring wide operating range, strong pressure capability and dependable continuous service.

The Lone Star MC Series is engineered for pressure or vacuum service with air and process gases, offering a broad flow range, high rise-to-surge performance and flexible variable-speed control.

Lone Star MC multistage centrifugal turbo blower
300–45,000 SCFM Flow Range
2–25 PSI Delta Pressure
20–3,500 HP Power Range
Pressure / Vacuum Air & Process Gas Service
MC Series Engineering

Modern Multistage Centrifugal Blower Technology

Lone Star MC blowers are designed around modern aerodynamic performance rather than traditional fixed-speed multistage blower geometry.

The aerodynamic design works particularly well with variable-speed control, providing a wide operating flow range and strong rise-to-surge characteristics while maintaining dependable pressure performance.

MC blowers can be applied to clean air as well as engineered process gas applications and can operate as either blowers or exhausters depending on the system requirement.

Lone Star MC multistage centrifugal blower performance range
Performance Range

Lone Star MC Blower Performance

MC multistage centrifugal blowers cover applications from compact low-pressure air systems through large industrial process-air and process-gas installations.

300 SCFM Starting Flow

Compact MC models provide multistage centrifugal performance for lower-flow applications.

45,000 SCFM Maximum Flow Range

Larger MC systems support demanding municipal and industrial airflow requirements.

25 PSI Maximum Delta Pressure

Selected MC configurations provide differential pressure approaching 1.7 bar.

45%–100% Typical Rated Flow Range

Individual MC models provide broad operating range when correctly controlled for the process.

<85 dBA Sound Level

Standard blower sound levels can remain below approximately 85 dBA without a sound enclosure.

300,000 hr Bearing Design Life

Selected MC models publish anti-friction bearing L10 life ratings up to 300,000 hours.

MC Series Advantages

Why Use a Lone Star Multistage Centrifugal Blower?

MC blowers combine proven centrifugal principles with modern controls and aerodynamic design.

Wide Operating Range

Aerodynamic design provides strong turndown and a wide operating envelope when paired with appropriate controls.

Oil-Free Process Gas

Compression does not require lubricating oil in the process gas stream.

Particulate Tolerance

Multistage centrifugal technology can tolerate adverse gas conditions better than many high-speed blower technologies.

Moisture Tolerance

Moisture entering the blower can be managed and removed more readily than in many close-clearance technologies.

Lower Rotational Speed

Conventional-speed machinery avoids the extremely high shaft speeds used by some modern turbo technologies.

Simple Maintenance

Straightforward mechanical construction supports accessible routine maintenance and overhaul work.

Air & Gas Applications

MC Blowers for Air and Engineered Process Gases

Depending on materials, seals and system engineering, Lone Star MC blowers can be configured for a range of industrial gases.

Air Municipal and industrial low-pressure air systems.
Biogas Engineered blower configurations for wastewater and digester gas.
Fuel Gas Process-specific sealing and material configurations.
Carbon Dioxide Centrifugal process-gas handling where appropriately engineered.
Nitrogen Pressure or vacuum applications involving inert gas.
Steam Application-specific centrifugal gas-handling configurations.
H₂S Containing Gas Engineered materials and seals for demanding process service.
Custom Gas Service Materials, sealing and controls can be selected around process conditions.
Blower Controls

Control the MC Blower Around the Process

MC systems can be controlled around pressure, flow, power demand or other process inputs.

Variable Speed Control Adjust shaft speed to match changing process airflow requirements.
Variable Inlet Control Inlet modulation provides another method of controlling blower capacity.
Blow-Off Control Blow-off control can be incorporated where required for stable process operation.
sLOC™ Controller Local control can be supplied with standard or customized HMI architecture.
Remote Monitoring sLINK™ or custom remote monitoring can support plant-wide visibility.
Custom PLC Integration Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Modicon and other control architectures can be accommodated.
Technical Downloads

Lone Star MC Blower Datasheets

Download individual MC Series performance and specification sheets.

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MC-3 Datasheet

Compact multistage centrifugal blower for air, gas, pressure and vacuum service.

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MC-5 Datasheet

MC-5 performance, construction, materials and control information.

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MC-6 Datasheet

MC-6 multistage blower pressure, exhauster and construction specifications.

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MC-7 Datasheet

Lone Star MC-7 centrifugal blower technical information.

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MC-8 Datasheet

MC-8 pressure and vacuum performance with application specifications.

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MC-10 Datasheet

MC-10 multistage centrifugal turbo blower specifications and performance.

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MC-12 Datasheet

Technical specification sheet for the Lone Star MC-12 blower.

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MC-16 Datasheet

Large-frame MC-16 centrifugal blower technical specifications.

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MC-18 Datasheet

Large-capacity MC-18 blower performance and mechanical specifications.

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Industrial Applications

Where Lone Star MC Blowers Are Used

Multistage centrifugal technology is particularly useful where large continuous airflow and moderate pressure or vacuum are required.

Wastewater Aeration Continuous process air for municipal and industrial treatment systems.
Water Treatment Aeration, oxidation and process-air applications.
Biogas Handling Engineered blower and exhauster systems for digester gas.
Landfill Gas Process vacuum and gas movement for collection systems.
Power Generation Combustion, process-air and gas-handling applications.
Petrochemical Engineered process-gas pressure and vacuum systems.
Food & Beverage Large-volume oil-free process-air applications.
Industrial Vacuum Exhauster applications requiring large continuous gas flow.
Frequently Asked Questions

Lone Star MC Multistage Blower FAQs

Common engineering questions about MC multistage centrifugal blowers and exhausters.

What is a Lone Star MC multistage centrifugal blower?

The MC Series is a multistage centrifugal blower platform for industrial air and gas applications requiring continuous flow, moderate differential pressure and pressure or vacuum operation.

What flow range is available?

The wider MC product family covers approximately 300 to 45,000 SCFM depending on blower size, speed and operating condition.

What pressure can an MC blower produce?

The MC product range covers differential pressure from roughly 2 PSI through approximately 25 PSI depending on configuration.

Can MC blowers operate in vacuum service?

Yes. MC blowers can be configured as exhausters for industrial vacuum applications as well as positive-pressure blower service.

Are Lone Star MC blowers oil-free?

The process gas path is oil-free, helping prevent lubricant contamination of the conveyed air or gas.

Can the MC Series handle process gases?

Yes. Depending on the model and engineered configuration, MC blowers can be applied to air and various process gases with appropriate materials, seals and controls.

Can variable-speed control be used?

Yes. Variable-speed operation is one of the key methods available for controlling MC blower flow and matching process demand.

Can CompreVac help size a Lone Star MC blower?

Yes. CompreVac can assist with blower selection based on gas type, required flow, inlet conditions, discharge pressure or vacuum, temperature, elevation, controls and process requirements.

Lone Star MC Blower Sales & Application Engineering

Need Help Selecting a Multistage Centrifugal Blower?

Contact CompreVac with your required flow, pressure or vacuum, gas composition, inlet conditions and control requirements. We can help size and configure the appropriate Lone Star MC centrifugal blower or exhauster for your application.

Lone Star MC Multi Stage Centrifugal Blower

Introducing the most advanced and modern multistage centrifugal turbo blower in the world.  Achieving the highest delta pressure for this technology along with aerodynamics that operate favorably with variable speed control give an extraordinary wide range of flow with a very high rise to surge.  Designed by 25 year veterans of the industry, the MC Series offers superior performance range and efficiencies than traditional designs. Adaptable for air or hazardous gas in pressure or vacuum applications.

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Lone Star Turbo Compressors and Turbo Blowers

  • Reliable and Proven Technology
  • Very tolerant to adverse gas and particulates
  • Moisture is easily removed
  • Very slow RPM
  • Simple and Easy Maintenance
  • Under 85 dba without sound enclosure
  • Long Bearing Life
  • Direct coupled – no gears or belts
  • Oil Free Compression – No contamination

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Lone Star MC Multi Stage Centrifugal Blower

Lone Star Blower Datasheets

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MC3

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MC5

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MC6

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MC7

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MC8

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MC10

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MC12

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MC16

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MC18