What makes a turbo a hybrid turbo?

What makes a turbo a hybrid turbo?

A hybrid turbocharger is an electric turbocharger consisting of a high speed turbine-generator and a high speed electric air compressor. In other words, hybrid turbocharger refers to a series hybrid setup, in which compressor speed and power are independent from turbine speed and power.

What is a hybrid turbo conversion?

A Hybrid Turbo simply means a non-standard or potentially upgraded turbocharger. (Quick tip, to gain a much better response and an increase in power, convert your turbo to a ball bearing turbocharger especially on a road car. The non ball bearing units often compromises with response versus power.

What Audi has a K04 turbo?

K03 vs K04 Turbo for the Audi & Volkswagen 1.8T

Vehicle Application Item Warranty
1997-2006 Audi A4 & VW Passat 1.8T BorgWarner K04 One Year
2002-2005 VW Golf/Jetta/Beetle, 2001-2006 Audi TT (Engine Code AWP) Stigan K03 Two Year
2002-2005 VW Golf/Jetta/Beetle, 2001-2006 Audi TT (Engine Code AWP) BorgWarner K03 One Year

How much HP does ko4 add?

It is said that the K04-01 will get you to max 250-260 crank HP with all the mods like K04 software DP, CAI, DV, etc. If you manage to slap on an Audi TT K04 it can give you about 290-300 cranck HP.

How big is the Ko4 turbo?

Dimensionally, it is a 50mm inducer and 44.5mm exducer.

What is a Ko4 upgrade?

The APR K04 Turbocharger System is a drop in turbo upgrade that dramatically increases power. With this upgrade and accompanying software, expect power similar to a heavily tuned Golf R, S3, TT-S, and other high end vehicles, as the K04 comes standard on those vehicles.

How does the HPA K04 hybrid turbo work?

HPA’s K04 Hybrid uses a newly cast compressor housing to incorporate the factory placement of the diverter valve. By casting the housings, the costly CNC adapter and housing modifications are no longer required and the associated costs and manufacturing time are removed from the kit assembly.

How many horsepower does a hybrid RS4 have?

Hybrid RS4 turbos capable of up to 420whp on 91oct to 500whp on e85/race. These are larger than other RS4 hybrid turbos and have billet compressor wheels, meaning they are stronger and lighter increasing longevity. Hybrid RS4 turbos capable of up to 420whp on 91oct to 500whp on e85/race.

Which is the most advanced hybrid turbo Assembly?

The HPA K04 Hybrid turbo assembly is one of the most advanced units available, featuring many benefits over the competition, including:

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