Available preparations — Stage 1, Stage 2 and Stage 3

What is a hybrid turbo?

A hybrid turbo is based on a turbocharger architecture designed for accommodate internal components that differ from the original dconfiguration. Depending on the stage, the modification may involve the compressor wheel, the dimensions of the wheels, the housings, the turbine wheel, the thrust bearing or the balancing.

The aim is dto adapt the compression capacity and air flow dto the requirements of the engine tuning. A hybrid turbo is therefore not defined solely by the appearance of its compressor wheel.

MFS compressor wheel: standard or Performance?

MFS stands for ‘Milled From Solid’ and refers to a wheel machined from a solid block. This manufacturing process does not, on its own, guarantee an increase in air flow d. A standard MFS wheel may retain a geometry equivalent to that dof the original.

An MFS impeller Performance can be designed with a geometry tailored to the specific application, particularly in terms of its profile or dimensions. A standard MFS impeller can be just as polished as an MFS impeller Performance. It is not its appearance that determines its performance, but its geometry and its ability to move more d’air. A higher airflow rate can contribute to power output with appropriate engine tuning, though it does not, on its own, guarantee a specific result.

Why does the geometry of the blades influence the air flow rate d?

The compressor impeller draws in and then compresses the air sent to the engine. Its diameter, profile, height, width and blade arrangement influence its aerodynamic behaviour. A suitable geometry can move more dair under certain conditions, but the result also depends on the casings, the turbine, the boost pressure and the engine management system. A larger impeller does not automatically guarantee better performance and may alter the response time.

Reliability and balancing of the hybrid turbo

The 360° thrust bearing, documented at each stage, distributes axial forces around the shaft. It helps the bearing adapt to operating stresses, without making the turbocharger immune to faults in assembly or lubrication.

The rotor is balanced at high speed, up to 150,000 rpm, on a Cimat VSR. test bench. This process aims to minimise vibrations and mechanical stresses on the rotor.

Engine remapping and preparation

The engine mapping must be adapted for to make full use of the hybrid turbo’s characteristics. Pressure management and wastegate adjustment must be carried out during remapping. Depending on the level of tuning, the fuel injection, exhaust system, cooling system, intake and transmission may also need to be checked or adjusted. The turbo alone does not guarantee a power gain.

Turbo specifications

Compatible vehicles and applications

Additional technical specifications

Fitting instructions

How do you identify the correct turbo?

Check the part number marked on the original turbo dand compare it with the OEM and manufacturer part numbers in this datasheet. Also check the make, model, generation, engine type, power output, mountingYear and, where available, the engine code.