Reciprocating (Piston driven) air compressors questions and answers.
Some of the most common issues and problems with your air compressor. CALL: H&K PUMP at 214-428-2868
Posted on 2 October, 2019 at 14:05
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ROTARY SCREW AIR COMPRESSORS:
Ease of Maintenance Designed for low cost of ownership, easy service & little down time
�?� Easy access to all preventative maintenance components
�?� Washable cabinet pre-filter
�?� Controller alerts for maintenance intervals
�?� Differential pressure indicators for the oil filters, air filter & separator element
�?� Pivoting separator tank lid allows for easy element change out (75/90kW)
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Posted on 25 October, 2018 at 9:35
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Rotary screw compressors are great in automotive shops and collision repair facilities, however, it pays to do some homework upfront to ensure the application makes sense. At a minimum, have H&K come out to your facility and check the following before buying a rotary screw machine.
Make sure it�??s the right size �?? A walk-through assessment or air audit of your shop is the best way to tell what size rotary machine you need.
Ensure your demand profile is appropriate �?? This means ensuring that air demand is consistent enough to warrant a rotary machine. Again, a walk-through assessment is a great way to determine this but engaging a local air expert is a good backup.
And finally, once you buy the machine, make sure that it�??s installed and maintained per the operator manual by a qualified rotary screw service center
H&K is located in Dallas, Texas: 214-428-2868
Posted on 24 August, 2018 at 11:45
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If you are looking for the most reliable and the quietest air compressor in the world, then take a look at the Curtis NXB series rotary screw air compressors. They have a whole line of compressors from 5HP to 250HP depending on your needs. Remember, before buying an air compressor, make sure that it is right for your applications. Too big of a compressor is just as bad as too little of a compressor. Check the CFM requirements of your facility and compare it to the CFM capabilities of your new Curtis NXB series compressor.
Posted on 19 February, 2018 at 13:55
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ROTARY SCREW PARTS. Most rotary screw air compressors are complicated machines. Here are most of the parts that make up a typical rotary screw air compressor.
Shaft Sleeve Kits
Gears
Belts
Drive Couplings
Shaft Sleeves
Housings
Covers
Rods
Plungers
Gauges
Pistons
Orifice
Scavenge Lines
Hoses
O-Rings
Gaskets
Fan
Intercooler
After cooler
Combo Cooler
Gas Springs
Tensioner
Timer
Drain Valves
Moisture Traps
Contacts
Contact Kits
Interlock
Transformer
Relay
Blocks
Water Separator
Fan Motor
Controller
Solenoid Switch
Flex Seal
Motherboard
Y-Delta Timer Card
Solenoid Valves
Safety Valves
Hydraulic Cylinder
Hour meter
V-Belt
Module
Relief Valve
Radiator
Air End
Posted on 19 February, 2018 at 13:35
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Pressure switches consist of a switch mechanism that is connected to a bellow or diaphragm that reacts to system pressure. They are selected by operating range and differential. Operating range is the pressure limits in which the switch will work. Differential is the difference between the cut-in and cut-out pressures. Pressure switch settings, common to many air compressors, are set for a range of 40 to 250 PSI and an adjustable differential of 35 to 60 PSI. This means that the lowest pressure that the switch can be set to close at is 40 PSI, and the highest pressure it can be set to open at is 250 PSI. The differential that is actually available to use varies with the pressure range you�??re actually working in.
Posted on 31 January, 2018 at 13:45
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Air-compressor oil is usually a synthetic oil that does not contain detergents commonly found in motor oil. Air-compressor oil is manufactured specifically for use in lubricating the ball bearings inside a compressor and is generally the recommended choice by manufacturers of air compressors. A synthetic oil also helps reduce carbon deposits within the compressor.
Posted on 27 December, 2017 at 13:15
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H&K PUMP (214-428-2868)
Piston compressor oil: $29.00 per gallon
Rotary Screw Compressor oil: $415.00 per 5 gallon pail.
Air-compressor oil is usually a synthetic oil that does not contain detergents commonly found in motor oil. Air-compressor oil is manufactured specifically for use in lubricating the ball bearings inside a compressor and is generally the recommended choice by manufacturers of air compressors. A synthetic oil also helps reduce carbon deposits within the compressor.
Posted on 14 December, 2017 at 13:25
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A pressure switch is a device that senses changes in fluid pressure and responds in a specified way. An actuated pressure switch makes or disrupts electrical contact in order to either trigger an alarm or switch something on or off. Switches are programmed to activate at certain pressure points, and may be designed to make contact either on pressure rise or on pressure fall.
Pressure switches consist of a switch mechanism that is connected to a bellow or diaphragm that reacts to system pressure. They are selected by operating range and differential. Operating range is the pressure limits in which the switch will work. Differential is the difference between the cut-in and cut-out pressures. Pressure switch settings, common to many air compressors, are set for a range of 40 to 250 PSI and an adjustable differential of 35 to 60 PSI. This means that the lowest pressure that the switch can be set to close at is 40 PSI, and the highest pressure it can be set to open at is 250 PSI. The differential that is actually available to use varies with the pressure range you’re actually working in.
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Posted on 14 December, 2017 at 13:25
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Using the right air compressor oil for your compressor is very important. This is true for both rotary screw air compressors and reciprocating compressors. You can’t just use your cars oil or hydraulic oil!!!!! Compressor oil has a few important functions:
• It removes heat from the compression
• It works as a sealing to prevent air leakage.
• It lubricates all moving parts
• It’s used to cool important parts of the compressor element.
Air compressor oil is specifically designed to do the above jobs well. If you would use oil from your car, your compressor WILL DIE!!
Compressors (and the oil) can get very hot.. normal maximum outlet temperature of a rotary screw compressor element is set at 120 degrees Celsius (if it gets hotter than this, your screw compressor will shut down).
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Posted on 12 December, 2017 at 13:40
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