Работы с применением пневматического инструмента require the use of a compressor unit. The main direction of operation of such a tool covers auto services, small workshops, domestic needs and individual production sites. Therefore, a low-power station for supplying compressed air for such needs may not be enough, and an industrial unit is inappropriate because of its incompatibility with the requirements of pneumatics. The best option would be a belt compressor, which provides average power and pressure characteristics, but at the same time it is highly reliable.
The main design feature of such machinesis a belt drive. Despite the criticism of this device, which marks the wear of the belt, the correct power ratio of the pneumatic equipment and the air supplying station gives grounds to count on a long operational lifetime of the installation. Moreover, piston belt compressors are quite amenable to updating individual components.
What the user gets from the belt driveon practice? First of all, this reduction in temperature in the process of generating air flow and maintaining the reliability of the internal element base. These advantages are achieved at the expense of lower engine speeds while maintaining optimal performance and a more efficient cooling system. In addition, the belt compressor allows the use of modern air filters and dehumidifiers, which also have a beneficial effect on performance.
Immediately it should be noted that the belt units areprofessional and domestic. The first group provides the power potential of 4 kW, while models for home use and small car repair shops have 1.5-2 kW. The next important characteristic is the volume of the receiver. The larger the capacity, the higher the level of air supply, which minimizes the number of cycles to stop and start the engine. Again, professional models have a receiver volume of up to 200 liters, while household ones have 50-100 liters. But it is important to note here that a belt-driven compressor, in which the air supply in the receiver exceeds 100 liters, cools faster. As for pressure, it averages 8-10 bar, regardless of whether the unit is in a household or professional segment. By the way, this indicator is key in terms of the compatibility of the pneumatic tool and the compressor itself.
Manufacturer FUBAG is one of the leaderssegment, regularly confirming the high reliability and functionality of its products. In this case, we are talking about the average power of the installation, which can be considered as universal. A distinctive feature of the modification is a combination of an efficient heat removal system, performance and maneuverability. Structural optimization was given special attention, which allowed us to offer an air belt compressor with ergonomic devices for transportation and a volumetric 100-liter receiver. Also, the model is equipped with two pressure gauges, which allow with a high degree of accuracy to monitor the operating parameters of the compressor.
Small in size, but also effective into the standards of its class, a unit that is suitable for paint work, rust removal, blowing surfaces and other standard pneumatic operations. Thanks to a balanced combination of pressure and power, the unit has a high working life, which determines the design durability. A belt compressor of this modification and, at first glance, insignificant but tangible in practice using elements of thoughtful ergonomics is provided. Among them it is necessary to allocate a measuring peephole for convenient visual control of the oil level, and handles on the body, facilitating shipping operations.
The Italian company is a modelindustrial use, characterized by increased performance. Compared with similar compressors of this class, the model operates at medium frequencies, which reduces the wear rate of the piston group. This is due to the fact that the parts in the process of working steps are less heated and practically do not undergo deforming processes. In addition, as an additional measure of protection from overheating, the belt compressor in this design was provided by the developers with a cooling fan. As a result, the user can count not only on extending the operational life of the work items, but also on increasing the operating cycle. To this one can add and almost a record high receiver volume of 300 liters, which makes it possible to use the installation in long working cycles at large enterprises.
Specifications should be the mainfactor in determining a suitable model for a specific purpose. But there are other nuances that should be kept in mind. For example, it makes sense to pay attention to the complete set. For effective organization of the workflow, it is important to have on hand the entire range of accessories that ensure reliable coupling of the installation and the pneumatic tool. Also in the question of how to choose a compressor, the presence of modern security systems matters. It will be an advantage to have an overload protection system and an automatic shutdown option. During operation, structural deficiencies are often found in the form of the lack of a convenient tooling for moving the unit. This nuance should also be taken into account when choosing a compressor, although it is not decisive from the point of view of the operational performance of the equipment.
