Which outcome results when exceeding the design pressure of an intercooler within a two-stage reciprocating air compressor?

💡 Explanation

Exceeding intercooler pressure increases the pressure differential across the compressor valve, causing valve failure because of increased fatigue and stress. Therefore, valves will fail, rather than auto-ignition/detonation with low air/fuel mix or blow-by past rings because that requires thermal issues, not just pressure alone.

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