Compressor Basics & Sizing
Foundational knowledge to understand compressors and choose the right capacity, including how they work, key specs, and sizing methods.
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Air Compressor Sizing Guide: Fix CFM Starvation Now
Size for real flow, not lab specs: calculate sustained tool CFM at working pressure, sum concurrent loads, add 30% headroom, and confirm FAD - not SCFM - while matching tank size, duty cycle, and ventilation to demand. Avoid common traps like PSI fixation, inflated ratings, and inrush/voltage limits to stop stalls and cut noise.
How Air Compressors Work Under Working Pressure
Focus on verified CFM at your working pressure - not tank size or SCFM - to size compressors correctly and prevent tool stall. Get test-backed guidance on duty cycle, recovery curves, and fixing hose, regulator, and electrical bottlenecks, plus a calculator to convert tool specs into true CFM needs.
CFM vs PSI Guide: What Works at 90 PSI (Not Marketing Specs)
Cut through marketing specs by focusing on verified CFM at 90 PSI under documented conditions. Learn practical tests to calculate duty cycle and recovery time, size tanks for the recovery gap, and eliminate hose, regulator, and fitting bottlenecks so tools run to spec.
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Safety and compliance essentials, energy-efficiency best practices, and accessories/air treatment components that improve system performance.
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