Right selection and location of the vertical-type receiver tank is crucial for efficient compressed air systems. They are used for storage and reinforcing the overall network. Specifically, receiver tanks are utilized as buffer to dampen the system pressure fluctuations (i.e. sudden demands). Additionally, they are beneficial in keeping the compressor running more smoothly instead of frequent onloading-offloading of the compressor.
Standards: EU-Pressure Equipments Directive 2014/68/EC and EN13445 standards
Conformity: ISO9001:2015
Type: Vertical, Cylindrical, with feet
For 7.5 – 10 barg screw compressors: Max. Operating Pressure 11 barg, Test Pressure 16 barg
For 13 – 15 barg screw compressors: Max. Operating Pressure 16 barg, Test Pressure 24 barg
Accessories: Safety valve, manometer gauge, inlet-discharge flanges, manual condensate drain
Model | Tank Type | Capacity (liters) | Operating Pressure (barg) |
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R500-10 | VERTICAL | 500 | 11 |
R500-13 | VERTICAL | 500 | 16 |
R1000-10 | VERTICAL | 1000 | 11 |
R1000-13 | VERTICAL | 1000 | 16 |
R1500-10 | VERTICAL | 1500 | 11 |
R1500-13 | VERTICAL | 1500 | 16 |
R2000-10 | VERTICAL | 2000 | 11 |
R2000-13 | VERTICAL | 2000 | 16 |
R3000-10 | VERTICAL | 3000 | 11 |
R3000-13 | VERTICAL | 3000 | 16 |
R4000-10 | VERTICAL | 4000 | 11 |
R4000-13 | VERTICAL | 4000 | 16 |
R5000-10 | VERTICAL | 5000 | 11 |
R5000-13 | VERTICAL | 5000 | 16 |
R6000-10 | VERTICAL | 6000 | 11 |
R6000-13 | VERTICAL | 6000 | 16 |
R8000-10 | VERTICAL | 8000 | 11 |
R8000-13 | VERTICAL | 8000 | 16 |
R10000-10 | VERTICAL | 10000 | 11 |
R10000-13 | VERTICAL | 10000 | 16 |
Piping Material Features Comparison |
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Piping Features | Stainless Steel(Type 304L) | Mild Steel | Blue anodized Aluminum Alloy |
Weight (Dia 6inch, Length 6m) | 127.2 | 169.6 | 29.142 |
Anti-Corrosive | Yes | No | Yes(100%) |
Pressure drop (Dia 2 inch Length= 20m, Airflow=3 cubic metres/Minute, Pressure=10 bar) | 0.25 | 0.4 Bar | 0.1 |
Efficient Energy Use | High | Low-moderate | High( Potential Cost savings of 34%) |
Structural Durability | Very Strong | Very Strong | Strong |
High Thermal Endurance | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Installation Ease | Less Difficult | Difficult | Easy(High Flexibility and Modularity) |
Simple Installation | Approx 6 feet length per hour | Approx 6 feet length per hour | Approx 45 feet Length per hour |
Manpower and Work Hours Needed for 2″ Pipe Over 3000 Feet | Approx 600 man-hours/8 men for 2 weeks | Approx 600 man-hours/8 men for 2 weeks | About 100 man-hours with 8 workers, completed in under 2 days |
Annual Charges for Installation, Commissioning & Operation | Approx 3000 dollars | Approx 7820 dollars | Approx 1300 dollars |
Installation Cost Breakdown: Material % / Labor % | 30% / 70% | 25% / 75% | 80% / 20% |
Texture of Surface | 0.03 | 0.05 | 0.001 |
Required Specialized Tools: Welder, Threader, Groove Cutter | Yes | Yes | No |
Quality of Air | High — When needed, these pipe systems comply with ISO 8573-1:2010 air quality standards | Low( Not according to !SO 8573-2010 air quality standards) | High — These pipe systems support compliance with ISO 8573-1:2010 air quality standards when required. |
Cost Rate per Meter | Almost 2 less than Aluminum | 3 Times less than Aluminum | 163.64 Dollars |
Service Life Depends on Environment, Pipe Design, and Grade | 30 years | 40 years | 20 years |
Upfront Installation Cost | Material : 30% Labor:70% | Material : 25% Labor:75% | Material : 80% Labor:20% |
Care and Maintenance | Difficult — Rust buildup under pipes and fittings can reach machinery, requiring weekly preventive maintenance. | Difficult (Accumulation of rust under pipes and fittings which travels to machinery may require preventive maintenance every 3-4 days) | Easy — No rust buildup, with preventive maintenance needed every 4 weeks. |