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craftsman model 919.19512 - what will help my compressor   bill I have a craftsman model 919.19512 that is a pice of crap i will never buy from sears again.

i am rebuilding it now new motor, pressure switch,...

Hermitic Compressor for refrigiration  Dear Mr.Bill
I'm using Hermitic compressor(18.00 - 34.42 cm3 S-series), What are the dimension of air receiver should i take in order to generate 4cfm....

Sanborn Black Max centrifugal unloader  Bill
I am again asking about a Black Max 80 gal 2 stage pump that will not build past 100psi and continues to run.

After my post about about the air ...

Sanborn air compressor leaks  I have an old Sanborn air compreesor that I tried to use.

I went to the Casey's Store and filled it with air, but it would only take 40 lbs. I tried ...

old champion compressor bleeds out air pointing to unloader on older model Chamption  hey bill i enclosed a picture of me pointing to where the air comes out when pump kicks off, when pump kicks back on no air leaks, as soon as pump reaches ...

old champion compressor bleeds out air  Hi Bill, what I mean by air bleeding is that as soon as it hits 150psi and kicks off, it goes PSSHHHHH and air shoots out a small screened fitting pointing ...

Montgomery ward (air power system) compressor type?  i have just came across an old Montgomery Ward air compressor im looking to find any information i can about it~ 220 Volts 20 AMPs

On the front on ...

Kargard replacement valve springs  I purchased an older Kargard compressor - 2-cylinder on a horizontal 10 gal tank driven by a replacement 1-horse GM motor. The tank and compressor unit ...

What type of air compressor do i need?  I am in the process of rebuilding my 87 Mustang GT and am done with motor and interior, but have just got started on the body work and realized that i ...

Draining air compressor tank  I have a 60 gallon tank compressor and plan to use it occasionally in my home garage. How often should the tank be drained?

IS there any potential ...

How can a make my own low cost after cooler?  Hello Hue:

Nice to hear from you.

The lowest cost aftercooler is to have the compressor tank located as far from the compressor as possible. As the ...

Compressor won't start - heard a spark...that was it!  I tried to plug it in when the on switch was turned. I heard a spark and that was it. No nothing. It's a 26 gal. Kobalt.



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Quality of a 140 PSI Twin Cylinder Air Compressor Pump for 5 HP Motor   Harbor Freight has a 140 PSI Twin Cylinder Air Compressor Pump for 5 HP Motor for sale.

I would like to hear reviews or your input on this item. It'...

Pressure testing & certfication  One of our St John Ambulance units has a portable air compressor for inflating tyres on ambulances and mobile first aid units.

At what pressure do ...

Installation of copper compressed air lines  In home shop applications would it be better to braise or soft solder lines and fittings?



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Hi Mike. Thanks for the question....

Atlas Copco Portable Air Filter Problem  I HAVE AN ATLAS COPCO XAS 136 .

I HAVE RECENTLY CHANGED THE OIL SEPERATOR BUT OIL IS STILL COMING OUT FROM THE OUT LET

WHAT MIGHT BE THE PROBLEM ...

What will be the consumption of air in cfm/min?  Suppose we are using 6 mm dia pvc tube(6 mm id 8mm od)with 6 bar pressure for painting then what will be the
cosumption of air per minute with this tube ...

COST OF PRODUCING COMPRESSED AIR   i HAVE 2 COMPRESSORS 250 KW EACH AND 55 KW ITS AUX LOAD.IT IS PRODUCING 87.2M3/MIN ON 7.5 BAR.WE ARE USING THIS AIR IN WEAVING AIR JET LOOMS.LOOM CONSUMPTION ...

SCFM comment  just a comment on scfm from an engineering perspective

Using scfm provides a more precise measurement of air flow. Air gets denser as you compress it,...

Plasic Tube Function  I have a Craftsman 919152920 4Hp 25 Gallon Horizontal compressor that I am refurbishing. (New seals, orings, compression ring etc) and I have a leak under ...

SCFM requirement for my air stapler  I purchased a CH 1.3 running HP / 8 gallon air compressor. I also purchased a flooring stapler that says it needs SCFM requirement of 6.36 CFM@ 90 psi ...

cfm - how to calculate CFM of compressor?  how to calculate CFM of compressor?



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Hello Saurabh:

Every compressor has different motor and mechanical efficiencies. You ...

Blaster air consumption  I have a 5.4HP 240Volt single stage air compressor.

It says it can deliver 100 psi @13.3 cfm. The cut in is set at 140, cut out at 175.
It pushes air ...

How to calculate the compressed air use at machine to money.  Actually we ruuning big operation 3 compressed with each 800cfm.In the production we have alot af machine that using 6 bar ( 87psi) each .I want to know ...

Reed valves   Mod # 3Z406H 1
Ser # 1207881-040551
Speedaire unit
1HP
CCw rotation
Where can I get new Reed valves for this compressor???



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cut off switch for air compressor  hello
I have a question about how the cut off/ on/ switch works on an air compressor (I have a single stage ingersoll rand)there is a screw on top that ...

Water  I have a large compressor IR, screw type. I feed the output air to a seperator, and two filters then to a membrain dryer as suggested by my supplier.

However ...

I have to find ways to lift a load of 400lbs about 30 feet into the air  hi

this is for a school project

i have to find ways to lift a load of 400lbs about 30 feet into the air, without using traditional methods like rotors
...

psi - What do i need to run air tools   What do i need to run air tools such as grinders and impact guns on a 125 psi air compressor with a 2.5 gallon tank.



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Max PSI in a compressor  I have a 4 hp 30gal compressor with a max psi of 120. I want to increase the max.

Am I correct that replacing the pressure switch with a max 150 will ...

For what purpose air compressor is being used in hydro power plant?  HELLO,
I am selected in ALSTOM project india ltd,
so here i m working on compressed air system package.
i want to know the use of air compressor in ...

compressor unloader  I have a homemade unit that won't allow the motor(3/4h.p.) to turn over the compressor when the receiver is pressurized which obviously blows fuses in ...

Please could you help me with adding the components to a compressor.   I've seen this product:

http://www.farmrite.co.uk/dsimage_popup.php?alt=&path=public/images/products/processed/5024209500548_w.jpg

Can I just fix ...

Shopwide compressed air plumbing  I have just had a 16 ft. by 32 ft two story shop/barn built. I plan to use the lower for woodworking and the upper for reloading ammo, finishing, and ...

Senior Design Project  Hello, my name is Simon Tang and I am a senior mechanical engineer at Rutgers University.

For my senior design project I am designing a table top ...

Using compressed air to clear water line  The home inspector noticed that two bathroom faucets in separate bathrooms are only letting a little water when you turn on the faucet.

Since the ...

Blowing out water pipes  I am planning to buy a compressor to blow out water pipes for winter. The pipe is 3/4 inch and approximately 50 feet long.

What size compressor would ...

balanced horizontally opposed piston compressor  Hi there,

I was hoping if you could give me the definition and advantages of horizontally opposed piston compressor?

Thanks,
Suj



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Compressing air under water?  If I had a air compressor under water (in a sealed container), approximately 150 feet, with a tube extending above the water surface for air intake would ...

Water in the oil  This is a 2 stage compressor. It has a belt driven crankshaft with 2 pistons.

There are two of these unit mounted to the receiver tank.

The ...

how does the air inside the air compressor travel?  For example, starting from the atmosphere, then to the different parts of the compressor, until air is supplied...

Dianne




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Compressor Temperature ~ two stage IR compressor  My two stage IR compressor seems very hot after running for extended periods. I know that compressing the air makes it hotter. I just don't know how hot,...

Filtering (of water) in a portable air compressor  I have a 17 gallon portable air compressor.

What is the effectiveness of installing an air filter directly upstream of the regulator for the purpose ...

Is there a difference between twin cylinder and 2-stage compressors?  I'm shopping for a compressor for my shop.

I have seen compressors that say they are twin cylinder...and some that say they are 2-stage. I saw one ...

Hand operated compressors?  Theoretical Question.

Is it possible to to run a portable air compressor without electricity by manually turning the wheel by hand that is normally ...

Reciprocating compressor calculations  Greetings,

I work at a power plant that uses a reciprocating compressor to evacuate gases from a system. It is set up so that the compressor inlet ...

wolf air apache 50  I have lost the manual 4 this compressor is it poss 2 get another 1? thanks.

Latching valves  I'm having problems finding a couple of valves. Honestly, it's because I don't know how to ask the Internet...

I have an application, an inert gas ...

FINI compressor not starts at all  Hi, i have FINI compressor 15HP (ITALY),the problem is that every thing is good in it,but when i put on the power all the reading is fine, and it be ready ...

air dryer  i was asked you about the water in the outlet of air dryer but i still waiting your answer.
plaese replay me
thanks

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I would like to replace this valve...  I have a Tool Shop 207-2117 Air Compressor and a valve blew out. This valve is mounted on the tank and has a tube going to the regulator and 1/2" copper ...

Husky compressor starts fine, then bogs down  My 1 year old Husky compressor, 30 gal vertical has been running perfect until a week ago. Mind you it get used about once a week.

Starts out perfect,...

Cost of compressed air to run a specific machine.  Can you please share the formula and explain as much as possible how to determine the annual cost of compressed air under the following conditions.


Air ...

jacuzzy bros air compressor rig no m9503-0433\c unit srd2397 it seems to be running backward  this five H.P. twin is old and no parts are available,it runs smoothe and did compress air,however in looking at the cooling vanes on the fly wheel it ...

Replacing silencer on Atlas Copco screw type compressor dryer?  hello all,
As we know that dryer unit on air compressor is always on line. There is step mentioned on the plan maintenance regarding to manufacturer manual ...

sullair 185 air compressor - sullair 185 cfm and a sullair 185 dpq  What is the difference between a sullair 185 cfm and a sullair 185 dpq air compressor?

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Judy, the 185 refers ...

1988 puma air compressor 5hp - parts required  we have a 1988 Puma Air compressor distributed by builders square from San Antonio Texas that went out of business and I am trying to locate parts (crank ...

compressed air temperature question  if we compress air in acompressor,its temperature rises?why?

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If you put your hands together, and rub them ...

hydrovane compressor ~ noticeable pressure drop as the comprssor kicks in  When particularly using spray equipment a noticeable pressure drop as the comprssor kicks in. Is this to be expected on air systems?I believe pressure ...

Why would my Devair DRD50 air dryer not let the air go through it?  My air dryer in our shop will not let the air flow through later in the day , mainly in the summer. We have replaced the seperator element/ filter in ...

185 sullair portable engine shuting down  185 sullair portable with john deere engine. will run about 2 minutes and shuts down and flashes engine temp. what could be the problem

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drying the air for a plasma cutter  Hi, I have a small compressor (5-6 cfm at 90psi) that I use with a small plasma cutter. I'm going through tips (consumables) quickly and am told I need ...

compressor's efficiency  Hi

I have a reciprocating compressor of 500 CFM and one screw compressor of 1000 CFM, both are 10 yrs old.

I want to know, how much CFM are they ...

missing book pages  On page 15 there is a reference to chapters on Filters and Regulators. I was unable to locate these chapters in my download.

Can you explain.

Larry
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types of unloading of air compressor  explain the following types of unloading air compressors

1, throttling the compressor inlet
2, forcing intake valve off their seat
3, relieving inter ...

Compressor specification needs and availability  Is there a portable, compact, quiet (less than 60 db) compressor made that will produce 9 to 10 cfm at 25 psi? If so, who are manufacturers and where can ...

sullair 185 pdq  It will not take air to build pressure. Any suggestions? Is there a site to down load manual?

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Quincy model 230 ROC 32 with corroded tank  I have a Quincy 230 ROC 32 compressor that was given to me about 15 years ago. I used it very little at the time. I finished off my upstairs about five ...

atlas copco xas 77 oil checking and filling  please can you help me i need to know how to fill up the compressor oil and where to fill it and how to know when its at the correct level

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head gaskets  i have been searching the internet for head gaskets and a hose for my Dayton model number 3Z961. Do you have any leads?

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the needle inside the air compressor's gauge  We've stayed confused on this. How come the needle inside the air compressor does not sit on zero? Looking at where the needle is and with the notches ...

lp of compressor very hot 100c  i have two stage compressor make ingersoll-rand high pressuer is 50 c temeparatura were as low pressure is 100c temeparature how to stop lp temeparatuer ...

Winterizing Compressor & Lines - use a compressor in the winter?  Hello there!
I received a 33 gallon Husky compressor from my girlfriend last Christmas. (Best damn gift I ever got!!!) During the summer I plumbed it ...

what is the dew point of 500cfm compressor?  75 GA Compressor

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Naresh, as you compress air, the temperature rises. This changes the dew point, if the ...

Using a compressor to aerate a 250 or 500 gallon tank for Compost Tea  HiI am looking to aerate a 1000-2000 litre tank using a pump or compressor. I will be using this to brew "compost tea" and need a minimum of 6ppm of oxygen ...

Removing water from compressed air lines in a outdoors application  We typically work on job sites that can often be cool - ambient temeratures around 30 degrees F are not uncommon - We rent a portable, typcially diesel ...

air compressor (small) which can fill, say a scuba tank, to 3500-4000psi  Recently purchased a Benjamin Discovery .22 cal air rifle. This rifle is in a catagory known as PCP, and has an on board chamber which, on this model, is ...

what is the vanes function in rotary vane compressor?  MY NAME IS BUBLIE.I AM STUDYING DIPLOMA IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING IN TANUKU.

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Hello Bublie from Tanuku. Nice ...

Can you get a compressor manifold assembly?  My pancake compressor manifold is broken but everything else works fine, all I need is a manifold assembly but can't find anybody that sells them.
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Screw Drive/Rotary Compressors  We are running a screen printing press that requires 18 cfm @ 100 PSI and has in parenthesis 510 l/min. What does that mean? We have an old fashioned ...

DIN specs.  The spec I was given was 500Nm3/hr.with a DIN ISO standard of 8573-1. I found what the ISO# means but what is the volume spec. in cubic feet /min. and ...

How dose a gas powered comp know when to stop pumping air.   I have a 1976 Kargard Industries gas powered air comp.
The engine is a Wisconsin BKN. There is no link from the comp to engine. The comp has a air line ...

Measuruing 95psi air supply to the plant  How much CFM is being used in the plant , is there a meter with a charting device avalible ?

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Hello Arthur....

Solenoid actuated head unloaders  I have a 15HP reciprocating compressor that was removed from its old location by means of a sawzall. The old control panel did not come with it. I am ...

Air receiver size.  i have an air receiver to fit in an existing system basically to dampen any large loads. the receiver has a capacity of 750ltr but the coimpressor flow ...

Advice on chosing a compressor to power a cable cut/strip machine  Hi,
I've been tasked with finding a suitable compressor to run our cable cut/strip machine and so have spent some time learning about compressors. I ...

Tank water drain valve  Hi, when i open the water drain on my 150l tank it does not always rush with air/water can i remove the whole valve without it leaking bill.



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V-twin air compressor - what purpose are the holes?  I bought all the parts that were needed to build my own air compressor at an auction. There is no name on the compressor. There is a 1/4" hole on both ...

Saving on a demand priced power bill with an air compressor  Conveyorized car wash...200hp of pumps and motors.
3 phase demand priced power bill..piston 2 stage compressor 10 hp and 15 hp.

If we add an extra ...

Two stage compressors  Can I visually tell the difference between a single and two stage compressor?



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It would depend on the make. Moreover, I'm sure ...

Height above sea level  You say that the height above sea level can affect the air flow in a pipe. Is there a formula?
Thanks
Kevin



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Hi Kevin....

Does the air drier in compressor need to change?  I have a 7.5 HP , 750 lit , 2900 r/min air compressor . what's the period that I must change it's air drier ?



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Hello again,...

speedair compressor   I have A Model 4B22OA speedair that I bought from my father in law. it is A gas powered one and the unloader valve if that is still what it is called ...

Can water absorb compressed air ?  If I had a 2 cubic foot sealed container containing 1 cubic foot of water and i pressurised the container with compressed air, how much air could be absorbed ...

Air compresure for flushing out irrigation system  I have a 6 gallon 135 psi max, 2.6 scfm at 90 psi.... I need a 60 to 70 psi at 15 cfm am I safe? or do I have enough pressure?



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Unloader valve issues?  Hi-I have a 13hp gas unit, and it seams like the check valve was not seated, I dismantled the unit and found a bit of build up on the seat. once it was ...

Tank Pressure  I recently renovated an old laundry mat and took the compressor that ran the presses home for use in my garage. I seen that it worked and thought why not....

Portable compressor for a nail gun  i have a compressor that is attached to a nail gun. It ran out of air and I don't know how to fill it. it is not electric or gas - runs on air only as ...

HISTORY OF AN AIR COMPRESSOR  MY FATHER FOUND AN OLD AIR COMPRESSOR YEARS AGO AND IS LOOKING TO GET RID OF IT, BUT HE HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIND ANY INFORMATION ABOUT IT. THE NAME ON ...

How to calculate air compressor efficiency??  I need to calculate the compressor efficiency. I working as an intern for an Aeronautical company.



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Hi Cesar. Thank you for ...

Filter/silencers suppliers  Can you direct me to an on-line source for absorbent mufflers, or filter/silencers?? Google tells me they exist but not who carries them.



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Water creating fish eyes in my paint job!  I need to eliminate water from my air line. I am experiencing fish-eyes every time I attempt to spray paint. I have a water seperator, but it is not ...

Senco PC 2001 Hand Carry Air Compressor  I have a Senco PC 2001 as mentioned above.

It is 125 psi max,4.5 Gal,1.5 hp, oil splash compressor.

After the unit charges fully most of the air ...

Health risk of air compressors?  Can air compressors be used in homes to power common appliances such as a cake mixer? Or, is there a health risk involved? Just wondering why they aren'...

Searching for atmospheric dew point data for compressed air.  I need data or chart for atmospheric dew point for compressed air in the pressure range from zero gauge pressure to 16 barg. or kg/cmsqg or in psi.



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Resetting a compressor...  My compressor is shut down and I'm trying to reset it.

But next to button it says 'press reset after motor cools down'. But it wasn't hot, like real ...

I want questions & answers on oil & gas industry valves like gate,globe,check,ball valve.  Dear sir,

I want questions & answers on oil & gas industry valves like gate,globe,check,ball valve.

I want questions & answers on oil & gas industry ...

Air compressors size & shape question.  What is the difference between dual bottle ones and pancake ones?



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Howdy, and thanks for writing in.

When you say dual ...

How long to fill up an air tank?  What calculation do you use to determine the amount of time to fill large receiver tanks?



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Hi Lewis, and thanks for writing ...

I want to hook up three two stage compressors.  I want to hook up three two stage compressors and have them staged to start at different air pressure levels.

My question is... do I have to use pressure ...

Parts for an SCFM air compressor.  WHERE CAN I FIND PARTS FOR AN SCFM ELECTRIC AIR COMPRESSOR?

SCFM ELECTRIC AIR COMPRESSOR SERIAL# WL650001AJ

LOOKING FOR PISTON OR ACTUATOR FOR AIR ...

Getting specifications and sourcing a compressor.  Our requirement is 400 NM3/HR @ 35 KG/CM2, non lubricated screw compressor, diesel engine driven.

Give me size, weight and vendors available for this ...

Improving compressor pressure output.  Can we increase the capacity of air compressor in psi than the existing one?



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Howdy Manoj, and thanks for writing in.

I ...

Pliot (pilot) valves question.  ok currently i am working with a project work on robotics which have contrloed by fully pneumatic
then if u can give be discription and working principle ...

Comwel Model T.205 compressor  I recently bought an old air compressor very cheap. It's a comwell company and is 52 years old. has twin opposed cylinders similar to a old Harley Davidson ...

I need this part to get my air dryer fixed  I have a Speedaire Air Dryer Model 5z657c and need the part on the picture. I do not know the part number. That small plastic piece goes inside a "car ...

Compressed Air driving turbine  Can compressed air drive a steam or gas turbine? What would be the amount of air required to be compressed to run a turbine that can generate 5KWh of electricity ...

Piping  To whom it may concern;

I am new to the compressed air game. I have a Husky 30 Gallon, 2.0 HP 135 PSI (Max)vertical compressor delivering 5.5 SCFM @90 ...

Why is my electric air compressor pumping air into the compressor crankcase?  The compressor is building air but air is also building in the crankcase coming out of the oil fill hole.



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Howdy:

Your ...

air dryer/compressor  I have a 5 hp compressor very much capable to run a device that I have been running.

3/4" black pipe out ( in a climate controled room of 70dg).

My ...

Timber treating with compressor and spray gun  My 1/4 tube keeps bursting when i use spray gun. Is it just cheap tubing or too much pressure ?



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Howdy Ian, how's things ...

Locating a Positive Displacement Gear Pump  Hello,

Can you please advise where would be best to locate a small (preferrably plastic) positive displacement gear or screw pump that would offer around ...

Prototype compressor driven by bicycle wheel.  Hello,

I am trying to build a prototype which needs to have a compressor as one of the parts. I want to mount a compressor to a bicycle wheel (the wheel ...

Could you please send me a quote on a compressor?  MAY 22, 2009 OUR REFERENCE: 92241

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Where do I get a new compressor?  5 hp.
Model 58185B
5Z185B1

Serial D31892
#264855

Piston cracked and damaged the block.



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Howdy.

Piston broke, hmmmm?...

How rotary air compressors work?  How rotary air compressor it work , how many stage it has and explain more information with details.



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Hi Jassim:

That'...

Faults and hazards associated with practical compressors  The effects of water in compressed air, causes of compressor fires and potential explosions



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Howdy....sorry I didn'...

compressor storage  I have a rotary compressor that will not be used for awhile, but would like to make sure it will be ready to go if I need it to be. Id there anything ...

rotary fitting for air up to 40 psig  Dear Sirs:
I like your web site. You mentioned that fittings for continuous rotation are available, but I am not finding any in my search so far.

Can ...

Compressed air requirement for pulse jet cleaning of cartridge filter  What is the formula used in determining the air requirement for pulse jet cleaning of cartridge filter. area is 16 m2 & cement dust is filtered.



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Replacing reed valves on a compressor  Hello, I have a home compressor that just took a dump with its reed valves, I would like to not replace them with the same, I'd rather remove all but the ...

I need a on/off switch ?  Three yr old task force compressor, item #83691. When the unit is turned on the fuse blows. Everything else checks ok using an ohms meter and the motor ...

Tire inflation woes...no air comes out  So I get my new to me compressor all rebuilt and working again. I turn it on and let it pressurize to it's cutoff pressure. I turn the regulator up to ...

How much space can an air compressor tank fill  Hello Bill!

Ive been thinking about making a mini submerine. Ive been thinking, doesnt mean ill acually do it, even though I want too.
So hopefully ...

Replacement check valve for this compressor  I have an older speedaire compressor 3/4 horse model 32394. The check valve in the line from the compressor to the tank went out and it leaks air. where ...

CNG Compressor  What is pressurised crank case? On what basis, it is designed?



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Hi Nayana and thanks for your question.

Sorry, I have ...

what is mechanical piston compressor,its operation, application, benefits and disadvantages??  pls answer me by sending an email to exxxxxxx@hotmail.com....THANKS...



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Hi Eva....

If you wish to have direct communication ...

air over oil four post press.  Our shop has two air over oil four post presses. We are getting a lot of oil out of the exhaust ports; what causes this? Thanks, Tony Dulong/Castronics ...

How to set up water compressor to generate pressurized water.  Hi, we have old air compressor and it still working, I want to use the compressor to output air and water to clean my motorcycle, is that possible? Do ...

Blowing out plumbing for winter  I have an outdoor watering system that must be blown out with compressed air for the winter. I am looking for a standard hose connector that I can screw ...

what is the importance and use fulness of an compressor...  what is the importance and use fulness of an compressor equipment for spray painting in the fiel of refrigeration and airconditioning and automobile.



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Output pressure problem  I have a craftsman 3hp 15 gal compressor. When using it I let the tank fill before I do any work. Recently, it has started to give very low air pressure ...

designing a gas powered system for the shop  I want to design a system, using standard components using an old fashioned heavy dty single cylinder diesel engine. I don't have electric so I want some ...

What size of tank? Should I have an FRL  1. Pancake versus Tank/Conventional, which is better and why?

2. Should a home system have a FRL unit?

Last, a matrix showing different usages with ...

Model No. 1WC95 Ser. No. 2202121614  This compressor will only pump up to 30# PSI and keeps running. Is this a simple repairable problem?



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Howdy:

If your ...

Dryer vent cleaning.  What size compressor do i need to operate air and dryer vent cleaning tools?



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Hey Fireguy...what an excellent use for compressed ...

Compressor keeps burning out motors  We are a property mgmt company and we've replaced 3 air compressor motors in 3 months. The motor continues to burn out. The vendor suggested replacing ...

need fan and cover for modle 5Z598B  Bill answers...

Hi Robert:

It's a bit difficult to find a part for a compressor if you don't identify the manufacturer or brand.

If yours is ...

Failure to start - air compressor.  I have a problem with my compressor that sometimes fail to start when the pressure drops.

Usually when the motor is running and pressure builds up in ...

Pressure Drop in an extension cord???  I have read that an air compressor should never be operated from an electricity extension cord.

I have heavy duty extension cords, and want to run ...

Trash compactor project  For a project I'm working on in a high school design and technology class, I've been assigned to make a simple trash compactor. I was considering using ...

Pioneer 205 air compressor,pressure in oil case  When i turn on the compressor after a few seconds the oil will start to come out of the oil fill hole cap.



Howdy...and you think that this is ...

Condensate turns to water @ what temp  Condensate turns to water @ what temp?

nico vorster



Hi Nico:

There's no specific temperature.

It's called the "dew point", and you can ...

i have two 30 gal tanks can i put two tanks on one compressor  put the two tanks side by side and fill



Hi Walt...

Yup, you sure can.

Supply the second tank with air from the tank on your air compressor,...

Changing the Oil in an Air Compressor  I have an older air compressor and I need to change the oil, but I don't have the manual. How do I determine how much oil to put in once I have drained ...

Problem with portable air tank  I have a Campbell Hausfeld portable 5 gal. air tank. The maximum PSI is 125lbs.

The problem is that the tank will not take any charge LESS than 125PSI....

Compressor plumbing & noise suppression.  I am putting a distribution system for my air compressor in my garage and basement workshop. Should I use black iron pipe, copper, modular aluminum pipe ...

compressed gas/air  is there a formula for figuring aviliable CFM in a compressed air/gas cylinder/tank?



Hi Ricky:

You can get information on gallons to cubic ...

Power usage running open ended air line off compressor  Is there a calculation available or maybe an answer to this:

Compressor used is 78 HP, 575 volt, 60Hz. It runs continuous 5 days/week 24hrs/day.

Coming ...

air compressor vs an air station inflator  How does an air compressor differ from an air station inflator.



Not being absolutely sure of what an air station inflator is...I'm going to guess ...

Leave the drain valve open or closed?  After draining a compressor tank, should the petcock be closed or left open? I have received both answers on this.



Richard...

Is it tomato ...

How to choose Pneumatic cylinder in any work place  How to calculate cylinder capacity /Force required for any work place.



Hi Hariom...

Just look here.

Cheers,

Bill

Compressor questions...  I have purchased a Speedaire 30 gal five hp electric 120/240 volt compressor.

It is about 10 years old and I have no manual for it.

I need information ...

Tool vs compressor  Will a Husky/Porter Cable 'Easy Air to Go' 2 SCFM @ 90PSI/135max run an air tool such as a 17 SCFM die grinder. Thanks.



Hi Bret:

The easy ...

Thomas Air Compressor  I own a Thomas Ultra Air-Pac model T-617 HD - A with a tank capacity of 2 gal. and an air delivery of .90 cfm at 100 PSI. It seems like a good little ...

Compressed air temp  What is the temp of air at 3000 to 4000psi. Thanks Russ



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At the risk of being facetious, the answer is whatever the temperature ...

valve for pneumatic hammer  hi there,
i'd like to ask you what valve to use to obtain fast hammer like action from a single or double acting air cylinder ie how to make air feed ...

What grade of oil should I use for a pneumatic pump?  I just want to know the recommended grade of oil used for lubricating air motors.



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Hello Sean, nice to hear from S.A.

About ...

Information about hose and fittings  I have a 2008 RV with an air compressor built in. I need a hose with a quick disconnect on one end and a std tire inflation end on the other, to fill my ...

Reducing the filter size on an air line  My compressed air filter housing is 1/4" connection size and is going to connect onto an existing pipe size of 1 1/4".

I have introduce a reducer to ...

Not enough air pressure to inflate a tyre  My compressor, when switched on, blows air just fine, to blow the bench clean etc., but when I connect it to the tyre valve, it will not inflate at all....

Compressor maintenance  I have a couple of questions:

1. How do you replace the pressure switch on a compressor?

2. I have an older compressor (that I got from my dad)...

Sprinkler Blow Out  I need a compressor to blow out my 3 zone sprinkler system. One manufacturer says that a need to rent or buy a compressor capable of providing 10 to 25 ...

What is the proper carrying medium for air distribution systems?  I am doing a presentation for a fluid power class at my college and I wanted to touch on some safety protocols to follow when dealing with compressed air....

Recommendations for performance check?  I just inherited my Father-in-law's Sears 106.152741, 3/4 HP "Paint Sprayer". (It's really a horizontal 4 cylinder air compressor.)

It runs and produces ...

Safety valves  How to adjust safety valves?



Bill answers...

Hi Paul:

Short and sweet! Good question. :-)

The safety valves compressors come equipped ...

Is there a certain way i should run my pipe?  I heard there is a certain way to run the pipe so water doesn't stay in the lines if so is there a diagram I could get?

Thank you.



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Cake Decorating  Need a kit for cake decorating. What do you advise?



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Howdy Bill:

Well, I'm not a cake decorator, nor a cake baker, but ...

How can i find out approximately the energy consumption of a dental compressor?  We lease an office and have two dentist that use compressors, the other tenant is a psychiatric physician.

We are trying to come up with a percentage ...

Air supply Compressor or vane?  Neeeded is air supply to a bakery machine, known as a depositor.

As the name indicates it deposits batter in this case cake batter , from a filled ...

Coupling two air tanks together.  I have a portable compressor and have received a larger tank from a old compressor.

Can I couple the two with a hose between them and increase my volume ...

Silent Air Compressor service  Who services the Iwata Powerjet silent air compressor? Mine seems to be not so silent on occasion.



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Frank, thanks ...

Interlock device for air guns  To have consistent blow pressure, why not have a built-in valve that regulates the pressure instead of relying on a person to try it themselves?



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Compressor RPM  My Task Force 125 PSI pancake compressor sometimes starts with a slow RPM, and slowly stops running before a full charge.

The restart after some time ...

Compliance on allowable psi of compressed air in a factory  Are there any limitations (regulations / compliance)on how much air pressure (p.s.i)can be used in a factory?

80 psi
100 psi
140 psi

What requirements ...

CFM - SCFM - compressed air flow questions  CFM - SCFM - compressed air flow questions and answers

Compressed air for eco-friendly bicycle  I am trying to produce Ecofriendly bike, which is operated on air pressure.

So, please guide me which type of motor is given for that and volume of ...

Compressed air for dryer vent  I bought a hose for cleaning out a dryer vent. The minimum requirement is a 2 HP, 125 PSI, 6CFM compressor.

What does all this mean?

What should ...

In order to keep a 190 psi pressure in a system, what size of air storage do I need?  This is a semi truck that has two 16-gallon storage to keep a 190 psi.

I would like to know if I could reduce the size of the storage area and keep ...

Shipping an Oil Air Compressor  I'd like to ship my (already used) air compressor over seas.

Do I have to first drain the oil out of the compressor? If so how do I do that? What ...

Oil compressor filtration  Hello.

I bought an air fed mask with 3-phase filter from eBay, so do not know how contaminated the 3-phase coalesce filter may be.

Is there a way ...

I would like to know about it's air consumption  I have power and pressure and flow rate of air but I would like to about it air consumption

Air pressure 0.5 Mpa and flow rate of pipe cutting machine ...

Compressed Air circuit design  I am looking to control a pneumatic cylinder with 2 levers or buttons for operator safety.

When the operator actuates both levers the cylinder with ...

What does a single stage compressors do and what is a compressor?  I wanna know more about single stage air compressors; what is a compressor; what do compressors do?



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Hello... Precious:

A ...

Replacing the air pressure switch  We have to replace the air pressure switch on a single stage Farmhand air compressor 60 gal.

The pressure switch has 4 connections on it with plastic ...

Breathing air or supplied air from an air compressor  I want to hook up a breather box that supplies grade D air from an electric portable air compressor. What size air compressor (i.e. HP) do i need and what ...

Where can I get cut a way views of displacement type air compressors for a school project?  I am looking to copy and paste some cut away views of:

. Single and 2 stage reciprocating compressors
. Rotary Screw compressors
. Rotary Vane compressors
...

What is the best way to add an additional compressed air tank to the system?  I purchased a portable tank, but intend to add it to the system when plumbing my home garage/workshop.



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Hi Ed:

You can ...

Regulated air flow  Is there a formula to calculate the air flow from a tank when the pressure regulator is set below the pressure in the tank?

For example, is there ...

Can I get the valve that is on top of the tank?  The valve has 2 ports on it. One for the hose and one for the pressure gauge, fill valve, release valve, 3/4" pipe thread that goes into the tank.



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Passive pressure limit switch?  IS there a non-electrical device that will shut off air flow if the air pressure is less than a pre-set value? I can do this with sensors and solenoids,...

Does a compressor tank need more than one port?  I have a compressor with a 20 gallon tank that has developed a pin hole leak and needs to be replaced. I have a replacement tank available which has a ...

I need an unbiased opinion about compressor repairs.  I had a technician come out to check out our unit that had stopped cooling. We have had problems in the past and had to replace the fan motor, so when ...

Plumbing compressed air outside.  I need to pipe compressed air from one building, outside and into another building.

Temperatures can get down to minus 35 below zero in the winter ...

Ride control of bus & RV pneumatic air bag suspension.   I have been intrigued by the claims of this system. See:

http://hendersonslineup.com/uncategorized/supersteer-motion-control-unit/

To me, it looks ...

What are the rules regarding portable air compressors ?  We have two old air compressors.

One is a 1986 sullair 100 cfm about 70 Hp + and the other is an ingersol rand 1980 100 cfm 67 HP unit.

They are ...

Force on a compressed air tank  We've got an aluminum air tank, 9.75" diameter x 28.75" long.

The tank material is .125 5052 H32.

What is the force on the tank if the pressure ...

What is the difference between spring return and differential return air valve?  What is the difference between spring return and differential return and where I can use each one?

I use 5/2 valve with differential return to control ...

Old speedair unit -safe to run??  I was given an old Speedaire air compressor, which I'm told hasn't been run in 15 years.

I plugged it in and it immediately started up, but I only ...

What happen when water goes into the air compressor ?  I was cleaning a heat exchanger and looks that I damage it and without knowing put it back in the compressor.

When I started it every seemed to be OK,...

HEPA FILTERS.  I need a HEPA filter (99.9) for a 125 PSI, 50 CFM compressed air system.

Can I get some basic details and guidelines?

Gary



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Unusual volume specification, on US Govt compressor.  An unusual volume specification, on US Govt compressor.

I see a compressor performance tag showing a specification I am not at all familiar with.

I ...

Reed valve for BelAir compressor  A reed valve broke on my BelAir compressor. How will that affect the compressor and where do I go to find a replacement?

BelAir Mod. 316VN
4 flat ...

Air Compression Ratio  Hi, I am currently using an electric pump to supply water from a 20 liter backpack at 60-80psi.

However to remove the weight of a battery and pump,...