Pipe dimensioning
The length of the pipe is from the compressor to the farthest point.
– For a closed ring the diameter can be reduced by 29%.
– For pressed stainless steel pipe reduce the diameter by 6%
– For aluminum pipes reduce the diameter by 9%.
– Frequent loss of pressure 0.1-0.3 bar
– A maximum pressure loss of 0.1 bar is recommended.
A loss of pressure of 0.4 bar or higher is not profitable.
0.4 bar of pressure loss supposes an additional 3% of consumption.
1) Main and secondary pipes. Distributions of small and medium extension: from 2.3 to 10 m/s.
2) Main pipes for long distances: from 5 to 6 m/s.
3) Machine feed pipes: up to 25 m/s
4) Pipes that join the different devices. Copper tubes and small distance: Up to 50 m/s.
5) Air intake hoses for pneumatic tools: from 15 to 20 m/s.
6) Long hoses used in works and shipyards: from 5 to 6 m/s.
2) Main pipes for long distances: from 5 to 6 m/s.
3) Machine feed pipes: up to 25 m/s
4) Pipes that join the different devices. Copper tubes and small distance: Up to 50 m/s.
5) Air intake hoses for pneumatic tools: from 15 to 20 m/s.
6) Long hoses used in works and shipyards: from 5 to 6 m/s.
Compressed Air Pipe Lines – Recommended Size Engineering Toolbox
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