A rotary compressor compresses air using a screw configuration and positive displacement. It can be cooled with oil, air or water and can be single stage or used in series. Oil-cooled compressors use interlocking screws to gradually force air towards the narrower end and oil is cooled before being returned to the compression chamber. Oil-free […]
Centrifugal compressors use rotating vanes to compress gas, making them more energy-efficient and durable than piston compressors. They are used in high-end air compressors, refrigeration units, and air conditioners, as well as in turbochargers and small aircraft engines. They provide a constant supply of air for air tools and machines in manufacturing and automotive refinishing […]
A piston ring compressor is used to compress piston rings onto a piston for fitting into cylinder walls. There are two types: adjustable and non-adjustable. Piston rings create compression and must be pressed firmly into the cylinder walls. The compressor is lubricated for easy sliding. The piston is struck into the cylinder with a hammer […]
A reciprocating compressor uses a piston to compress gas by positive displacement, producing a constant supply of compressed gas. They are available in various sizes and designs for industrial and domestic use, compressing gases such as air, hydrogen, and refrigerants. They are typically electrically or motor-driven and are used for applications where high compression ratios […]
A refrigeration compressor compresses refrigerant using a piston, crankshaft, and connecting rod. It has intake and discharge valves, and uses reed valves. Compressors require a condenser and capacitor to start up. Some refrigerators have independent compressors for the fridge and freezer. A refrigeration compressor is an essential part of what makes refrigeration technology work. A […]
A portable air compressor can be easily transported by hand and is often used for roadside emergencies. It can be cordless or discharge power from a car. They may have a built-in tire pressure gauge and cost between $15 and $100. A portable air compressor is an air compressor with the ability to be transported […]
A pancake compressor is a small, portable air compressor used for home and commercial jobs where less air volume is needed. It is oil-free, requires little maintenance, and can run on household electrical circuits. It is important to check the air requirements for tools before purchasing and to ensure the unit has a water drain. […]
Different types of compressors have varying parts, but common ones include reservoir tanks, pressure gauges, pressure relief valves, cooling fans, and exhaust vents. The most common types are reciprocating, rotary, and screw, with reciprocating compressors using pistons and rings to pump air. Spring-loaded valves allow air to be drawn into the cylinder during the piston’s […]
Booster compressors increase pressure in systems up to 6 times normal levels, commonly used in factories for testing and operating devices. They are mostly pneumatic and can produce 400-600 PSI. They reduce energy costs but are used temporarily due to expense. They are used to test pressure-based devices and fittings. Pneumatic systems are the most […]
A diaphragm compressor compresses air using a flexible diaphragm instead of a piston system. It works by moving the diaphragm up and down to compress air, which is then stored for later use. It is used in a variety of applications and is suitable for compressing toxic or explosive gases. A diaphragm compressor is a […]
A supercharger pulley is made of cast iron or alloy metal and uses a spoke design to cool the pump. It has multiple belt grooves for non-slip operation and is commonly used with an electric motor. The spoke design reduces frictional heat and keeps air moving through the compressor intake filter. An electric clutch drive […]
An image compressor reduces the size of 2D digital images and can be standalone software or hardware. It offers options for compressing image data, batch processing, and fine-tuning compression. It can also edit metadata and add digital watermarks or DRM information. A computer graphics image compressor is software or, much more rarely, hardware that takes […]
A JPEG compressor reduces the memory size of a JPEG image and can perform general editing functions. It can convert other image files to JPEG but may not preserve their original format. Over-compression can result in pixel degradation and artifacts. Previewing the compression is recommended. A Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG) file is a versatile […]
An MP3 compressor reduces the size of audio files by using masking to convert high frequency sounds to lower ones. This results in a 10 times smaller file, making storage and downloading easier, but at the expense of lower quality sound. Compression algorithms can limit the drop in quality, but may result in slightly larger […]
An audio compressor reduces the size of digital audio signals for storage and transmission. It can also modify audio channels to remove or normalize frequencies outside a defined threshold. Compression can be lossless or lossy, and is used in digitally transmitted and recorded audio data. Audio compressors prepare audio data for compression by removing sonic […]
A file compressor reduces the memory a file occupies by identifying and compressing redundant information. It temporarily transforms the compressed file into a different format and returns it to the original format when opened. Compression reduces 5-30% of a file’s size and is used to simplify storage, download, and transmission. Backup and archive files are […]
An HTML compressor, also known as a “minifier,” removes unnecessary characters from HTML code to reduce file size and increase website speed. It eliminates non-essential comments, spaces, and closing tags while shortening long pieces of code. A HyperText Markup Language (HTML) compressor is a computer application that strips unnecessary characters from a file of HTML […]
An AVI compressor reduces the size or quality of AVI files and can convert other formats to AVI. It can work on audio, video, or both. Compression may be permanent, but some compressors can boost quality. Artifacts may appear in compressed videos. Adding quality is rare. An audio video interleaving (AVI) compressor is a program […]
A nebulizer compressor delivers medication via an inhaled mist, commonly used to treat lung conditions such as asthma and COPD. It is less portable than an inhaler but can be a good option for young children, the elderly, and those without the coordination to use an inhaler. Nebulizer compressors are easy to use and come […]
CSS programming allows website owners to create designs and set colors, but a CSS compressor reduces unnecessary coding, such as comments and extra characters. This can improve loading times and decrease bandwidth usage. CSS compressors can retain some comments and offer compression levels for readability. Cascading style sheet (CSS) programming allows website owners to create […]
