In general, there are several air compressor types and industrial air compressor accessories offered in the trade. Making a choice between the different types can be tricky, and price, capacity, and performance are all important factors for the informed consumer. After reading this article, you should have an overall idea about the pros and cons of each type. Important criteria which makes a difference between these compressors are the generated pressure (measured in bar) and the flow (measured in cubic meters per minute).
We will limit ourselves to the best-selling products in the trade and consequently the most prized by consumers.
The reciprocating compressor:
In this system a piston compresses the air which is then accumulated in a tank. This type is known to offer good performance and to allow a very high pressure for both gas and air. It is used in many different industries, anything from mechanical workshop to a surgical unit!
Industrial air compressor accessories are relatively cheap, they are accessible and easy to maintain but the system when it works is very noisy, and emits a lot of heat.
The vane compressor:
This mechanism is known for its low speed and its greatly reduced noise level. It is compact, reliable and offers good performance, although it is quite expensive. Its use is limited to a few industrial sectors (see our website for more examples of industrial use and additional information).
The Rotary screw compressor:
With this type of compressor, the piston is screw-shaped, it can operate at high speeds and it generates a high compression. It is little noisy, but reliable and it provides optimal performance. On the other hand, it tends to be expensive, and requires a high level of maintenance. The good thing is, industrial air compressor accessories are widely available in distribution centers across the country.