Vane Air Starters

Ingersoll Rand vane pneumatic starters use a sliding-vane air motor that produces high starting torque at low speed, making them well suited to smaller and mid-displacement diesel engines. Unlike turbine motors, vane motors are lubricated in service and deliver their torque across a broad, forgiving speed range — which is why they remain the standard choice for on-highway, off-road, and light industrial applications.

Ingersoll Rand Turbine Pneumatic Air Starters are built to provide reliable performance under the most demanding conditions. The differences between the turbine motor and the vane motor are significant. The turbine motor is lighter in weight, does not need lubrication, and has a tremendous amount of stored energy. It develops its power at extreme rotational speeds as high as 60,000 rpm. Ingersoll Rand turbine motors are speed limited by design and are insensitive to moisture due to the use of the most modern composite materials. The new ST1000 turbine starter uses a solid aluminum motor and is the class leader in performance and durability.

Vane starters cover the majority of engines we quote every day. Cummins owners — including 5.9L and 12-valve applications — should see air starters for Cummins diesel engines for recommended models and ring-gear matching. Two-stroke and Series 53/71 owners will find fitment details under Detroit Diesel air starters. Fleet and on-highway buyers can browse air starters for transportation, and underground equipment is covered under mining air starters.