Turbosmart TS-1 Turbocharger 7880 V-Band 0.96AR Externally Wastegated SKU: TS-1-7880VB096E

 

Turbosmart TS-1 Turbocharger 7880 V-Band 0.96AR Externally Wastegated SKU:

TS-1-7880VB096E

Here’s a breakdown of the Turbosmary TS-1 7880 V-Band 0.96 AR (EWG), what its advantages are, and where (or for what builds) it’s typically used — plus some trade-offs.

Advantages / Strengths of this Turbo

1. Very High Power Capability
   
• According to Turbosmart and retailers, this 7880 model (with 0.96 A/R) is rated for very high power — up to 1,275–1,425 hp in some specs.  
• That makes it suitable for very high-performance or race builds, not just mild street-tuning.
2. ”Unparalleled Transient Response”
   
• The TS-1 series is designed for very low rotating mass in the bearing / shaft assembly, which helps it spool faster.  
• This means better throttle response, especially when boosting from lower shaft speeds.
3. High-Temperature Durability
   
• It uses a T14 Inconel turbine wheel (or similar high-temp alloy) — good for handling high exhaust gas temperatures (EGTs) under load.  
• The turbine housing is 310S stainless investment-cast — this helps with thermal resilience.  
4. External Wastegate (EWG)
   
• More precise boost control: since it’s externally wastegated, you can better manage boost beyond what many internal wastegates can do.
• Reduces the risk of “wastegate creep” when boost is very high. Turbosmart’s catalog even explains why external wastegates are preferred for high-boost or high-power builds.  
• Flexibility: you can tune actuator, springs, etc., for racing or street use.
5. Good Balance and Build Quality
   
• Ceramic dual-bearing system: helps with durability and maintaining good spool.  
• VSR (very high-speed) balancing: improves reliability at very high RPMs / high boost.  
• CFD-optimized housing for efficient flow: Turbosmart states that its housings are designed for optimal flow and A/R via computational fluid dynamics (CFD).  
• Integrated iron backplate: helps structural integrity.  
6. V-Band Inlet / Outlet
   
• The V-band connections (both inlet and outlet) make it somewhat modular / flexible in custom turbo setups. (Less restrictive for custom manifolds or race plumbing.)  
• Allows for easier swaps, maintenance, or fabricating custom exhaust / intake plumbing.
7. Oil Cooling
   
• This TS-1 is oil cooled (not water), simplifying cooling plumbing (just need oil feed and drain).  
• For race cars or dedicated high-power builds, oil cooling can be more than sufficient and is simpler than water-cooled setups (less plumbing, weight).

Trade-Offs / Disadvantages / Things to Watch Out For

• Size & Weight: Although “smaller & lighter than some competitors,” this is still a very large and capable race turbo. It may be overkill (or physically difficult to mount) for smaller engines or street-only cars.
• Thermal Management: High EGT capability is great — but sustained high temps demand proper exhaust design, heat shielding, and oil supply.
• Tuning Complexity: Because it’s high-power and externally gated, you’ll need a really good tune. Boost control, fueling, and engine internals must be up to par.
• Cost: Turbos like this are expensive, both for the unit itself and for the supporting components (manifold, V-band clamps, wastegate hardware, etc.).
• Fitment: Not really a “bolt-on” turbo for many OEM cars. It’s more often used in custom or purpose-built turbo setups (motorsport, high-horsepower swaps).

Common / Likely Use Cases (“What Cars” / Applications)

• Race Engines and High-Power Builds: Given its 1,200+ hp potential, it’s very well suited to race cars (drag, circuit) or very high-powered engine builds.
• Heavily Modified / Engine-Swapped Cars: You’ll often see this kind of turbo in custom engine swaps, especially where people build big displacement or highly tuned NA engine conversions.
• Motorsport / Fabricated Turbo Kits: Because of V-band and external wastegate, it’s ideal for custom manifolds / turbo systems in dedicated race cars.
• Not Common in OEM Turbo Cars: It’s unlikely to be found “off the shelf” on a typical production turbo engine — more for aftermarket and performance-specific applications.

Turbosmart TS-1 Turbocharger 7880 V-Band 0.96AR Externally Wastegated SKU:

TS-1-7880VB096E