How to choose an air compressor?

When we choose to buy an air compressor the salesperson usually asks us about the pressure, flow rate, technical other specification parameters of the gas and we are all confused. So how to choose the right air compressor for you? Today we will share with you the five pits to avoid when buying an air compressor.
     1、 Underestimating the life cycle cost of air compressor
      The life cycle cost of air compressor includes investment in the whole machine, installation cost, maintenance cost and energy (electricity, diesel, etc.) cost. Energy costs account for about 80% of the total cost, so energy consumption needs to be taken into account when choosing equipment.
      2、Choose the wrong compression technology
      At present, there are piston air compressor, screw air compressor, scroll air compressor, centrifugal air compressor, etc. in the air compressor market. So how to choose the right air compressor for you. Scroll air compressors are generally used in universities, breweries, hospitals, dental clinics and R&D units, mainly because they can provide 100% oil-free compressed air and have low noise. Piston air compressors are generally used for those who have low requirements for air consumption or are more interested in the initial investment cost. Screw compressors are more suitable for companies with low noise requirements, high energy efficiency and low maintenance cost, and have longer working cycle and long operation time.
      3、Choose the wrong service provider
      You need to choose a reliable service provider (such as Atlas air compressor) when buying the whole air compressor or air compressor parts to ensure that your air compressor equipment keeps running efficiently, reliably and stably. Therefore, you need to choose carefully before choosing a service provider.
      4. Not clear about the quality requirements of compressed air
      Different industries have different quality requirements for compressed air, like the food industry, which generally requires 100% oil-free compressed air, while the general manufacturing industry does not have such high quality requirements for compressed air. It is recommended to consult with compressed air experts before purchasing.
      5、Choose the wrong size of air compressor
      When choosing a compressor again, you need to know the working pressure and maximum air consumption. If you choose an air compressor that is too large, it will cause waste of energy and thus increase the cost of use. If you choose a compressor with too small a flow rate, it will not meet the demand and thus cannot guarantee the normal operation of production.