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While this page is about CFM-SCFM-PSI compressor-flow issues – I’m not going to get into defining the various terms noted. These are explained fully on other pages on this website.
The purpose of this page is to help in understanding that CFM, SCFM, PSI are all ways to measure compressed air and how that relates to a specific air compressor or to a particular problem with flow.
With the information available from this page, either existing or in response to a question, you may be able to resolve any problems you may have with your compressor operation as it relates to CFM, SCFM or PSI or ask other compressor users to help with an issue you are having. Visit our SCFM vs CFM guide for more information!
Thanks…
Bill
Existing questions.
1/4″ outlet x 3/8″ hose – what’s the point
Additional CFM reading:
- SCFM Vs ACFM Vs ICFM – What’s The Difference? Converting & Calculating
- Best Ways to Increase CFM On Air Compressors
- Connecting Two Air Compressors Together
- How to Calculate CFM of Air Compressors
- CFM Pipe Size Chart
- SCFM vs CFM for Air Tools & Air Compressors Guide to Compressor Ratings
- What Is CFM and What Does CFM Mean on An Air Compressor?
- Air Compressor Size For Spraying Stucco & Plaster
- Does a die grinder require low or high CFM?
- Speedaire 4B247 swapped with 2Z499 and its effect on CFM?
- 20 CFM Air Compressor – Buying, Hiring, What Can They Run?
- Air Compressors That Produce 500 CFM And Above
- CFM SCFM PSI Compressor Flow Issues
- Ingersoll Rand Type 30 model 242 HP and CFM?
- CFM rating of Black Max compressor
What size air compressor:
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- What Size Air Compressor For Sander?
- What Size Air Compressor For Sandblasting?
- What Size Air Compressor For Framing Nailer?
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- What Size Air Compressor For Air Ratchet?
- What Size Air Compressor for Car Detailing?
- What Size Air Compressor for Truck Tires?
- What Size Air Compressor For Nail Gun
- What Size Air Compressor for Painting Cars?
- What Size Air Compressor Do I Need for Spray Painting?
- What Size Air Compressor For Staple Gun Or Upholstery Air Stapler?
- What Size Air Compressor Do I Need For A Die Grinder?
I have been experiencing a reduction in CFM in two of my compressor. One is a wheelbarrow style gasoline operated 13 CFM machine the other is a 240 volt electric compressor that is 11 CFM. One is stored in a non climate controlled shop and the other is stored in barn (also not climate controlled). I recently changed the pump oil and drained (not nearly often enough- probably twice a year). The belts were also replaced and are tightened to about 1/2 inch deflection (when pressing on belt between pulleys). Is it my tanks from not draining often enough or… Read more »