Download the Compressed Air Troubleshooting Guide to help you determine what may be causing your air compressor problems.

Compressed air is industry’s fourth utility. Along with electricity, water and natural gas, compressed air is a resource that powers everything from handheld pneumatic tools to plant-wide manufacturing systems. Most plants produce their own compressed air. Many, however, are treating compressed air like they would any other utility by purchasing compressed air not compressed air equipment.

Amp Draw:
Single Phase 115V = 10 amp/hp
230V = 5 amp/hp

Three Phase 230V = 2-1/2 amp/hp
460V = 1-1/4 amp/hp

Power Cost per HP:
at 10 cents/kWh = $750/year for 1hp constant run

Electric Motor vs. Air Motor:
Takes 1hp electric motor to equal 8hp air motor

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Here is a thermal image before and after shot of K21 and K23 starter contactors. Please note—amp draw was fine. Thermal imaging uncovered a problem with L2 and 158°F at 175°F. Further inspection of the contactors showed contacts inside the starter were severely burnt.

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This 128 page compressed air sourcebook is designed to provide compressed air system users with a reference that outlines opportunities for system performance improvements.