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Introduction

Why Compressed Air ?

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Compressed air is a very widely used form of power, second only to electrical power. (A third form of power that is very

popular is hydraulic.) When a suitable and properly sized compressed air system is used, compressed air has many

benefits over other forms of power.

Why choose compressed air over electrical or hydraulic power? There are several advantages of compressed air and

compressed air systems. These include:

A) compressed air is clean and safe, posing no electric shock or fire hazard.

B) air tools run relatively cooler, as they do not generate heat while operating.

C) air tools are relatively light (having a high power to weight ratio), therefore contributing to less worker

fatigue and strain.

D) air tools generally have variable speed and torque controls.

To follow is a brief comparison of each. (Though this by no means is a complete listing, it reflects what we feel to be the

major points.)

Type:

Safety:

Costs:

Flexibility:

Compressed Air

Redu ces the dang er of

electrical shock or fire hazard.

This is critical in some

applications such as painting

and mining.

A single air source in a

compressed air system allows

for many separate systems.

Also, as there are fewer

moving parts and because of

their simplicity in design, air

t o ol s p r o v i d e l o w c o s t

operation and maintenance.

Portable Compressors can be

used where other power

sources are not available ie

gas or diesel powered Units..

Electric

May cause shocks or sparks,

resulting in personnel and

workplace safety issues.

More costly due to complicated

componentry.

Limited to areas where

electrical power is available.

Hydraulic

H y d r a u l i c s y s t e m s a r e

somewhat more complicated

w i t h r e g a r d s t o i n i t i a l

installation, and the frequent

c h a n g i n g o f t o o l s i s

cumbersome.

A hydraulic system may be

complicated and costly when

compared to a compressed air

system.

W i t h o u t e x p e n s i v e f i r e

retardant fluids being used,

exposure to fire or high

temperatures may create fire

hazards. Any leaks may result

in contamination

General Information

Why Compressed Air ?

Information Bulletin IFB-01

March ‘07

For Sales & Service contact:

CENTRAIR Air Systems & Supplies 705-722-5747 [email protected] www.centrair.ca

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