Using Air Storage to Balance Capacity in a Reciprocating Air Compressor Installation
One of the components frequently included in a reciprocating air compressor is an air receiver, often referred to as an air tank. Proper air storage is a critical component of intermittent duty cycle because for brief moments, the system can provide more compressed air than would otherwise be provided by the compressor pump. The capacity of compressed air piping also contributes to the total capacity of the air storage system.