Turbosmart’s Patent Pending OPRt40 is an Oil Pressure Regulator designed for your Turbocharger.
Many Turbochargers are built around a bearing and oil pressure profile much lower than is seen by modern & high-performance engines. Feeding these turbochargers the appropriate oil pressure has always been challenging. Traditional methods to limit oil pressure have been with a restrictor aimed at reducing pressure – However, this also reduces flow.
Turbosmart’s OPRt40 is a genuine regulator because a target oil pressure of 40psi can be achieved without compromising oil flow. This takes the guesswork out of the restrictor or feed and drain hose selection and ensures the oil going to the turbocharger never exceeds the manufacturer’s tolerances. This will provide you with rock-solid oil supply pressure within the manufactures tolerances.
Not sure this is right for you? Check out our video on ‘Why you need a Turbosmart OPRt40‘
Available in
Black: TS-0801-1002
Blue: TS-0801-1001
Features
Fixed 40psi Configuration
-4 AN Ports
1/8 NPT Gauge Port
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USA Patent: 10,989,106
SUPPLIED WITH
Turbosmart OPRT40 Oil Pressure Regulator
Mounting Bracket & Circlip
1/8NPT Gauge Port Blanking Screw
Turbosmart Decal
SPARES
TS-0401-3006 OPRT40 Mounting Bracket & Circlip
ACCESSORIES
TS-0802-1001 OPRT40 Fitting Kit
OIL FILTERS
TS-0804-1001 Turbo Oil Feed Filter -3AN
TS-0804-1002 Turbo Oil Feed Filter -4AN
TS-0804-1003 Turbo Oil Feed Filter -4an to -4AN ORB
TS-0804-1010 Turbo Oil Drain Adapter: 38-44mm
TS-0804-1012 Turbo Oil Drain Adapter: 52.4mm
TS-0804-1011 Turbo Oil Drain Adapter: 50.8mm
TS-0804-1021 Turbo Oil Drain 70mm Extension: -10AN
TS-0804-1020 Turbo Oil Drain 70mm Extension: -8AN
Will this stop my Turbo from blowing smoke?
Very likely, yes. It is a common misconception that turbos have seals that leak when they fail. Turbocharger seals are more like piston rings in an engine and are designed to keep oil out of the exhaust and, equally, exhaust out of the oil. They work on an assumed oil pressure profile or usually around 40psi – If you have higher oil pressure than that in your turbo, it can get straight past the ‘seal’ and cause smoking. It’s common to see this on startup on some engines where ‘cold’ engine oil pressure is relatively high.
Will this work for all turbos?
No. The 40 psi these are set at is suitable for Ball Bearings and other modern turbochargers of various bearing designs. You should check with your turbocharger manufacturer about the supply requirements – We’ve found 40 psi suitable for most modern & high-performance turbochargers on the market.
Can I use it as a T-piece for my twin turbo engine?
No, you will need a separate T-piece. There are three fittings for the oil system – In, Out (to the Turbo) and bypass (to your engine oil supply/sump etc). There is also a 1/8NPT port for either a pressure gauge or a sensor.
Can I use just one OPR40 for a Twin Turbo?
Yes. You will need to 'Tee' the Oil line after the outlet of the OPR40. As mentioned above, this cannot be used as a T-piece, but a T-Piece on the outlet will provide enough oil flow for 2 Turbochargers.
Is the Turbosmart OPRT40 adjustable?
No. We’ve pre-set it to 40psi as this is the ideal pressure for most ball-bearing turbochargers. We’ve pre-set it & not provided any adjustments to ensure you don’t have to risk your valuable turbocharger on startup by setting or adjusting the regulator – It’s good to go straight out of the box.
Will this always produce 40 psi?
Ultimately, 40 psi was chosen as a target pressure as it sits firmly in the middle of the window of oil pressure requirements, for most common / performance ball-bearing turbochargers. It does not need to be exact, but the OPr40 is quite precise. It is, however, limited by its fitment. As a guide, you will need at least 40 psi oil pressure. A regulator cannot create pressure; it can only modulate it. Equally, it can only modulate if there return lines are plumbed without restriction. A restricted return line or introducing the return line into a high-pressure area (such as a Turbo main oil drain) can impact the OPR40's ability to regulate the pressure.
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This product does not have a CARB EO #; it is not legal for sale or use in CA on pollution controlled motor vehicles. This is intended as a "Race Only" product to be used solely for competition. It's use is limited to closed-course and open-course racing that is formally sanctioned by a recognized racing organization; any other use including recreational off-road use, may be a violation of local, state and federal laws. It is the buyer's responsibility to verify legal use of this product for the intended application and use.