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Compressed air tanks, often referred to as air receiver tanks<\/a>, are a vital part of all compressed air systems. They help balance the supply of air from the compressor with the demand from the system by acting as a reservoir during peak times. Additionally, they can remove water from the compressed air system and minimize system pulsations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Achieving the maximum benefits from an air receiver tank necessitates choosing one that is properly sized for the compressed air system. In most cases, a receiver tank is sized at 2 gal\/scfm. However, if big surges in demand are expected, the size is increased to between 4 and 10 gal\/scfm. The following article goes into further detail about what an air receiver tank is, why it is important, and how to properly size one for a compressed air system.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What Are Air Receiver Tanks?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Air receiver tanks are engineered to temporarily store compressed air before it enters equipment or a piping system. They help connected compressed air systems operate efficiently during operations by acting as a buffer between the compressor and fluctuating buffer. Additionally, they can be used to supply additional air to the system to accommodate surges in demand and\/or run the system even when the compressor is not running.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Compressed air systems use two types of air receiver tanks: primary and secondary. Primary tanks are located close to the air compressor system and act as air storage devices. Secondary tanks are located further from the compressor system while still being accessible to any device that requires air.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Are Receiver Tanks Important in Compressed Air Systems?<\/h2>\n

While it is technically possible for a compressed air system to function without a receiver tank, there are several reasons why they are a vital component of highly effective systems. First, they serve as reservoirs that supplement compressed air supply during peak demand. Second, they remove water that might be present in a compressor system by cooling the air. Third, they decrease the amount of pulsations experienced by the system.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some of the key factors to consider when choosing a receiver tank for a compressed air system are:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n