The reciprocating compressors are one of the most widely used types of the refrigerating compressors. They have piston and cylinder arrangement like the automotive engine. The reciprocating motion of the piston due to external power compresses the refrigerant inside the cylinder.
2.Centrifugal Compressor:
The centrifugal compressors comprise of the impeller or the blower that can handle large quantities of gas but at relatively lower condensing pressure. It is suitable for working with refrigerants like R-11, R-113 etc.
3.Screw Compressors:
The screw compressors comprise of the pair of meshing screws between which the refrigerant gets compressed. They can produce high pressure for small quantity of gas. They consume less power than the reciprocating compressors and are being used widely. It can be used with refrigerants like R12, R22, and others.