EXHAUST SYSTEM
5.2.2
NOISE
The exhaust system is one of the principal noise sources on many types of applications.
The noise arises from the intermittent release of high pressure exhaust gas from the engine
cylinders, causing pulsations in the exhaust pipe. These pulsations lead not only to discharge
noise at the outlet, but also to noise radiation from the exhaust pipe and muf
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er shell surfaces. A
properly matched muf
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er can achieve ef
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cient attenuation with minimum exhaust restriction.
Double wall piping helps to reduce radiant noise.
5.2.3
FLEXIBLE FITTINGS
A
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exible exhaust
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tting or joint should separate the engine and exhaust system. Premature
failure of the turbocharger, manifold, piping, muf
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er, or joints caused by engine vibrations may
be prevented by using
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exible joints or
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ttings. The
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exible joint allows for thermal expansion
and facilitates alignment of the engine with the exhaust system piping. Exhaust pipe joints and
connections should obviously be free from leaks.
NOTICE:
Never allow the engine manifold or turbocharger to support the
weight of the exhaust system.
The turbine outlet uses a clamp, see the installation drawing for details (refer to section 15).
5.2.4
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR PIPEWORK
The minimum required exhaust pipe diameter for the MBE4000 engines is listed in the “Technical
Data” section of this manual (refer to section 14).
Pipework should be low carbon steel.
The exhaust piping support must be secure, but still allow for thermal expansion and contraction.
Mounting points should be on structurally sound members, such as the vehicle frame.
5.2.5
MANIFOLDING OF ENGINES INTO A COMMON EXHAUST SYSTEM
DDC typically does not recommend of more than one engine sharing an exhaust system. If this is
required, consult your DDC Application Engineer.
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All information subject to change without notice.
(Rev. 03/06)
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