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More about Air Compressors and Its Various Uses

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Air compressors are devices that are used to transform regular air into compressed air. The compressed air hence formed is denser and more powerful than the normal air. The air compressors use electrical energy or chemical energy for the transformation. They have various applications at home and in commercial units.

The importance of Air Compressor Oil

For the air compressor to work properly as a whole it is very important to maintain its each and every part very nicely. The most important component of an air compressor has to be its motor. For the motor to be in good condition it should be well maintained with the right type of air compressor oil.

You should be careful while choosing the compressor oil as a wrong choice of oil can totally damage the air compressor. Good compressor oils do not contain detergents in it. They are used to lubricate the screws and the ball bearings. They also protect the compressor from carbon build ups in the valves.

Many use motor oils in air compressor but it is not advisable as motor oils contain detergent. Prolonged use of motor oil can damage the compressor.

Air compressors are categorized based on the amount of air they can contain. Here we shall discuss briefly 30 gallon air compressor and 60 gallon air compressor.

About 30 Gallon Air Compressor

It has a capacity of 30 gallons of air. A 30 gallon air compressor is used to provide a moderate pressure pure air to schools, colleges, and offices. It is used to supply pressurized air to various blowy apparatus like tires, jackhammers, etc.

As a 30 gallon air compressor has a good use so it is very important that you check out the durability of the device before buying it.

About 60 Gallon Air Compressor

A 60 gallon air compressor has a capacity of 60 gallons. It is mostly used in such places where heavy work is required. It is used to handle heavy tools like spray guns, wrenches, etc. It can handle many tools simultaneously.

As these air compressors are used to perform various heavy industrial works so it is important to check out its durability before using it.

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