Principles Of Cooling Systems; Principles Of Dryers & Filters - Quincy Compressor Industrial Series Instruction Manual

Principles of Cooling Systems

Principles of Dryers & Filters
Industrial / Air Master Series
50161-105, March 2008
Fan blades of the compressor sheave force ambient air across fins of the
cylinder head(s), and intercooler fins of two stage compressors, to cool the
compressor. These compressors are designed to operate in a counterclockwise
rotation. QT & PLT series compressors should be operated in temperatures
under 104°F.
Moisture occurs naturally in air lines as a result of compression. Moisture
vapor in ambient air is concentrated when pressurized and condenses when
cooled in downstream air piping. Compressed air dryers reduce the moisture
vapor concentration and prevent water formation in compressed air lines.
Dryers are a recommended companion to filters, aftercoolers, and automatic
drains for improving the productivity of compressed air systems.
Water and moisture vapor removal increases the efficiency of air operated
equipment, reduces contamination and rusting, increases the service life of
pneumatic equipment and tools, prevents air line freeze-ups, and reduces
product rejects.
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