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Companies in an extremely wide range of industries rely on air compressors to power all kinds of tasks and functions. As a result, air compressors are found in all kinds of facilities and settings in industries as wide-ranging as food processing, life sciences and semiconductor fabrication.
Maintaining those compressors in such diverse settings, environments and use profiles can be challenging.
Fortunately, your air compressor probably has settings reflecting the best practices for routine maintenance of key service items:
every 2,000 hours, which is required by most manufacturers, including Kaishan
replaced every 2,000-4,000 hours to extend the life of your system
updated every 4,000 hours to maintain and improve the quality of the air your system provides
changed out every 8,000 hours, including lubricant, to keep your air compressor lubricated and prevent contamination
If you’re in a relatively clean environment, you may be able to go slightly longer on some of these issues. But remember this warning: when things start going bad, they go bad quickly.
In addition, most air compressor users have pressure indicators measuring pressure before and after the separators. Anything above a two-pound drop is a problem—making your compressor work harder than necessary.
And you’re not only damaging your compressor, but you’re also wasting energy (and money)—the more pressure differential you have, the more energy you’re wasting. Remember the general rule of thumb: every two pounds of pressure you’re losing is costing you 1% in power. If you have a clogged filter, you’re wasting an extra 5% on your energy bill.
Compressed air is a significant investment for any business. Like any investment, in order to get the most from it, you have to make sure that it’s running on the best parts and equipment. The air compressor parts that you select for your machine may dictate how well your machine runs.
The parts below are essential to efficient operations. These parts are available through a reputable air compressor sales and service company.
The right filter keeps your compressed air system running clean. This can extend the life of your compressed air system and improve the quality of the air. The right air filter will keep other parts from degrading and reduce needed maintenance.
But filters need to be cleaned and changed regularly to keep working at the proper capacity. Both your inlet air filter and oil filter should be top of mind. For all that they do, they are one of the most essential air compressor parts.
You can probably guess what an air oil separator does. This piece acts like a filter to separate your compressed air from compressor oil. It is the main component that helps keep your compressor lubricated while keeping it free of contamination.
The hose needs to fit your compressor properly, and it needs to be appropriate for your application. A hose that’s too long will not be energy efficient, and a hose that is too short will limit your employees’ productivity. Hoses can also wear down over time with bends and kinks that develop into air leaks.
The gauge of the hose can dictate how durable it is, and some hoses are better suited to certain applications than others. It’s important to consider hoses when you’re looking to run your air compressor as efficiently as possible.
The compressed air process generates moisture. An air dryer keeps that moisture out of the vital parts of the compressed air system, and the tools used. Water in the wrong parts of your compressed air system can negatively impact the piping, cylinders, air valves, and other parts of the machine. Make sure that you choose a dryer well-suited to your machine and your application. This can reduce the need for repairs in the future.
With an air compressor, the pressure matters a great deal. If it is higher than what you need, you’re using (and paying for) excess energy. This manifests in higher bills, but it also puts more wear and tear on your compressed air system, and other parts. Your air compressor and components won’t last as long as you want them to.
Regulators adjust pressure to match the requirements of your tool or attachment. This way you can be sure that you’re not over-burdening your system.
Your tools and attachments are the reason that you needed compressed air to begin with. They perform a job that is central to your process. It’s critical to make sure that you have the right tools for any job. In other words, a great air compressor doesn’t matter when you’re using second rate tools, or the wrong tool for the application.
Getting the most out of your system requires finding the right compressed air parts. When you invest in quality parts and routine maintenance and repairs, you can ensure that your air compressor will continue to work for you in the long run.
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