Air Compressors Specifications

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Compressor Specifications

	Discharge / Operating Pressure:		The ranges of pressure that the compressor can supply. Units are typically referenced to one atmosphere (as in psig or psi gauge). Maximum flow may not occur at maximum pressure.
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	Flow Capacity:		The capacity the unit or system is capable of moving in terms of flow rate.
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	Horse Power		Rated power of turbine, electric motor, or reciprocating engine driving compressor pump.
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Compressor & Driver Technology

	Compressor Technology
	Your choices are...
	Axial		Multiple-blade rotor imparts axial velocity which is converted to pressure; very high flow rates.
	Blower		Dynamic head is imparted to the air by means of high-speed impellers rotating in a confining case.  Blowers are available in axial flow, radial or centrifugal configurations.
	Centrifugal		High-speed impeller produces radial airflow; velocity converted to pressure energy.
	Diaphragm		Diaphragm oscillation driven by rod; no sliding seals or parts.
	Linear		Linear compressors have no sliding parts; compression is generated with electromagnetic oscillation. This type of compressor is clean and quiet.
	Reciprocating Piston		Piston mechanically reduces air volume inside cylinder.
	Rotary Lobe		Air is moved by the positive displacement of two rotating lobes confined in an eccentric cylinder.
	Rotary Screw		Rotating, helical screw compresses air prior to discharge; provides even flow at relatively low pressures. Wet or dry screw types are utilized.
	Other		Other unlisted compressor configuration.
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	Power Source
	Your choices are...
	Air / Pneumatic		The compressor pump is pneumatically driven.
	Gas Turbine		Compressor is driven by a gas turbine, which are turbines where combusted gas or fuel moves a series of vanes to providing driving power.
	Hydraulic		Hydraulic oil pressure is used to activate a hydraulic motor and provide rotary power.
	DC		DC power includes battery power or higher-voltage power from a power supply.
	AC Single Phase		Typical single phase voltages include 115V/60Hz and 230V/50Hz.
	AC Three Phase		Many industrial devices run from three-phase power, such as 208V or 377V.
	Gasoline		Gasoline engine drives compressor pump.
	Diesel		Diesel engine drives compressor pump.
	Natural Gas		Natural gas engine powers compressor pump.
	Other		Unlisted power source for compressor pump.
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	Lubrication Style
	Your choices are...
	Oil-less		Permanently sealed bearings, low-friction compression components, and separation of process air from pump mechanics eliminate oil in air output. Oil-less is a term applied to compressors that contain no oil. Used for medical or more critical no-oil applications.
	Oil-free		An oil-free (dry) compressor will have no lubrication on the compression chamber side of the machine. This may not result in oil-free compressed air due to the fact that the ambient air being sucked into the compressor will contain hydrocarbons, which will condense into liquid oil further downstream.
	Lubricated		Compressor compression chamber and drive chamber are lubricated with oil. Lubrication can be done by a variety of means including splash, spray, or positive pressure.
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Mounting Options

	Mounting Options
	Your choices are...
	Portable		Wheels, size, and/or handles make compressor suitable for easy transportation.
	Skid / Base Plate Mounted		Compressor on skid or plate positioned on the floor. This can contain transport features such as forklift slots.
	Tank Mounted		Compressor mounted on top of pressure tank; either for vertical or horizontal tanks.
	Trailer / Truck		Compressor mounted on a trailer or truck for mobility or gas transportation applications.
	Other		Other mounting option not listed.
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Features

	Features
	Your choices are...
	Multistage Compressor		A compressor or compressor system consisting of multiple stages.
	2 Stage		Compressed air goes from initial stage to second chamber where it is further compressed before discharge into tank; practical for pressures above 100 psig.
	3 Stage		Three chambers are used in succession; typically above 250 psig.
	More Than 3 Stages		Compressors with more than three stages.
	Integral Cooler		Intercoolers cool gas between stages; aftercoolers cool gas exiting compressor or system.
	Integral Dryer		The compressor has a dryer to remove entrained liquid particles from the compressed air.
	Integral Filter		The compressor has a filter to remove any entrained particulate from the air.
	Explosion Proof		The compressor has an explosion-proof motor for use with highly flammable gases.
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