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Air Compressor
Air Compressor
Air Compressor
Air compressors are a common piece of equipment found in most pumping plants and
maintenance shops. There are a number of different types of compressors available, but the two
most common types are the reciprocating and the rotary screw compressors.
Accessories
Inlet Filters
Inlet filters prevent dust and other particulates from entering the compressor. All compressors,
especially rotary screw compressors, are susceptible to wear or other damage from dirt particles
After coolers
After coolers are installed on the discharge line to lower the compressed airs discharge
temperature and to condense water from the air. Aftercoolers usually are installed with a
separator and trap to handle the condensate
Separators
Separators are used to remove entrained liquids from the compressed air. This is usually
accomplished by changing the direction of movement of the liquid particles so that they are
removed from the air either centrifugally or through impingement against a separator element.
Traps
Traps collect liquid that has been removed from the air by separation or condensation and release
it, either automatically or through a manual valve. Traps are installed with separators, filters,
aftercoolers, receivers, and dryers.
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Dryers
Dryers are used when dryer air is required than can be provided by an aftercooler system. The
most common are refrigerated dryers which condense the moisture from the air by reducing the
air temperature.
Check operation of gauge. Look for loose or stuck pointer. If there is any doubt about the
accuracy of gauge, remove and check calibration or replace with new gauge
Bearings
Check antifriction bearing for excessive vibration or noise and schedule replacement as required.
Check for adequate lubrication.
Separators
Check for leaks. Disassemble and check for corrosion and scale buildup. Clean as
required.
Dryers
Replace dryer elements as required on deliquescent dryers. Check operation
of refrigerated and desiccant types