摘要 |
A scroll compressor (1) having improved efficiencies includes a fixed plate (3) having a spiral involute (5), and an orbiting plate (7) having a spiral volute (13), which are positioned in a housing that the spiral involute wraps (5, 13) mesh with each other to define chambers (Pl). A sealant being applied to tips (54), and said sealant substantially closing any gaps (57) between the tip and the plate opposing the involute wrap. The sealant is chosen from the group consisting of low vapor pressure grease, a damping gel, and a cured epoxy. During assembly of the scroll compressor, the seal is applied to tips (54). The scroll compressor (1) is run to purge excess sealant only in the gaps (57). If an epoxy is used as a sealant, the scroll compressor is disassembled after the initial run. The scroll compressor is then reassembled. |