Air Compressor Basics (compressor types)

Before tackling air compressor troubleshooting or maintenance, you need to first understand the air compressor basics in this tutorial. Also be sure to see more maintenance training at http://koldwater.com Both silent air compressor and 2 stage air compressor types covered. Transcript: An air compressor is a device which takes input mechanical power typically from a motor and converts it to fluid air power. The compressed air can be stored for later use in compressed air tanks or it can be transferred via pipes to a point of use. Compressors with a piston as the compressing element are called reciprocating compressors. Compressors can also be made with veins or impellers. These types of compressors are called rotary compressors.