Air Compressor FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
The maximum ambient temperature is 95 degrees fahrenheit, and the minimum is 34 degrees fahrenheit. It would of course need to be protected from the elements to extend its life and avoid damage.
Continuous operation - Capable of continuous airflow and pressurisation, they don't need to be shut on and off and have no duty cycle. This means that they can operate continuously with little to no downtime making them a great choice for a busy shop.
Have a CP service provider indeed do the start-up. This is a chargeable service call, They will then submit start-up sheet to CPCC, from the side of the customer – Do maintenance as per the book (you can elect to do it yourself OR preferably again by a CP service provider, and use genuine CP parts, oil etc AND KEEP PROOF of purchasing such!
Most reciprocating compressors are only capable of 50% duty cycle, which means those compressors can only operate half the time, reducing your ability to get the job done. A rotary screw compressor runs 100% of the time, so you can do your job without interruption. Depending on how busy the shop is and how many mechanics will determine which compressor is right for you.
On our Rotary Screw Compressors, You will receive a (12) Month Standard Factory Warranty. You can Secure a CP 5 year extended warranty if you complete the following : •Requires approved start-up by an authorized CP Compressors Canada distributor.• Requires completed warranty registration card be returned to the factory indicating satisfactory commissioning of the compressor by an authorized CP Compressors Canada distributor.
•Requires proof of purchase/use of CP genuine parts, oil, consumables to be provided by End User to CP Compressors Canada when asked (as outlined below)
•Each major item is only covered ONE TIME during the extended warranty period.
Reciprocating Compressors : Two-stage packaged compressors shall be warranted for twenty-four (24) months from date of start-up or thirty (30) months from date of shipment from the factory, whichever occurs first, to include parts and labor. Parts shall be warranted for ninety (90) days from installation or for the remainder of the warranty on the product being repaired, whichever is longer.
The largest single phase rotary screw compressor is 7.5HP. Up to 30HP is available in 3 phase configuration.
Air Wrenches , Orbital Sanders, Blast cabinets and the like require the most CFM. There are many compressor guides available on the internet. Bigger is Better when it comes to air requirements. Our sales professional can walk you through our options to ensure that you have the correct tool for the job.
Chicago Pneumatic is a worldwide manufacturer and has factories around the world.
Atmospheric air, drawn into a compressor, always contains humidity. During the compression process, the humidity becomes condensate and may cause serious damage to your air distribution system and your equipment. The dryer reliably removes condensate getting perfectly dry compressed air to your valuable equipment saving money in the long run