A common and very frequent question that customers have, when they buy or search for an air compressor at fluidairedynamics.com is about the installations of the equipment. Doubts about what care should be taken when installing the compressor are very important factors that must be considered before purchase, as it is a significant investment equipment that needs special attention for its operation to be efficient and long lasting.
To help you solve this doubt, here is some basic tips that serve to install different types of compressors, and can help when installing your equipment. These tips are ideal for installing piston compressors, but remember that each compressor must be installed following its instruction manual.
So let’s go to the tips!
Electrical installation
A very significant question that need to be asked very carefully. The first tip is, never plug the compressor directly into the mains. The ideal is to consult an electrical technician who can assess the general conditions of the electrical network and the capacity of the electrical cables.
Installation location
The location for the installation of the compressor must be chosen carefully, it is necessary that the place is a humidity-free place and has ventilation, so that the efficiency of the equipment is guaranteed.
Regarding the maximum ambient temperature, 40 ° C is recommended.
Regarding the installation position of the compressor, experts indicate that it must be at least 80 cm away from the walls and the ceiling at least 2.5 m high. This ensures good ventilation and facilitates when performing preventive maintenance.
Compressor vibration
A nice tip to remember is that air compressors must be installed on shock absorbers with rubber feet.
Usually this item does not come with the compressor, however it is important to purchase, as it helps to level the equipment and prevents poor lubrication of the equipment by maintaining a uniform circulation of the lubricating agent.
Connecting the compressor to the mains
To connect a compressor to the compressed air network, it is necessary to use a flexible hose or rubber hose. This is important to prevent the transmission of thermal or mechanical shock to the air reservoir.
Keep this information
The tolerable pressure loss in a compressed air network is up to 10%.
If all these precautions are taken, your air compressor will surely be able to supply air to your pneumatic tools.
