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How are flow rate and pressure defined?
 

The flow rate represents the amount of fluid which flows out or is supplied in a given length of time.
Flow rates are measured in l/min, l/s or m3/h.

Energy is transmitted through pipes by air under pressure, circulating in a closed circuit.
The pressure unit used is the bar.
Nominal pressure: Pressure value assigned to a device or system to provide a practical reference.

 

How can the flow rate of a compressor be estimated in place?

 

1 h.p. = 6.5 Nm3/h
1 kW = 1.36 h.p.
The flow rate of a compressor may be calculated based on the horse power indicated on the manufacturer's plate.

  How can the flow rate needed to power a facility be calculated?
  The flow rate necessary for a facility corresponds to the total compressed air necessary to power all the machines (pneumatic tools, etc.). It may be estimated by adding the air flow rate consumed by each device (marked in its manual or on the device itself).
This total may be lowered if the machines are not all operated at the same time, depending on how much they are used.
  Are the rules given in the standards compulsory?
  The standards include guidelines and general rules intended to simplify the installation and use of specific devices.
They include dimensions, specifications, and recommendations to ensure personnel safety, continuity of manufacturing, long service life, easy and cost-effective maintenance.
They are not legally compulsory.

 
Couplings
 
Choosing the right coupling for a given use
  For pneumatic transmission, couplings are selected depending on the application, type of connection and size, as well as the following criteria:

- Frequent or occasional handling
- Air supply cut-off system required
- Manual, semi-automatic or automatic connection
- Standard connection or with protection against accidental release
 
How to determine which part to fit to your device?
  To fully define the part which will fit on your system, the following elements must be taken into account.

Thread type: male - female
BSP gas thread used:

1/8"
1/4"
3/8"
1/2"
3/4"
1"
1"1/4
1"1/2
2"
2"1/2
3"
5-10 8-13 12-17 15-21 20-27 26-34 33-42 44-49 50-60 66-76 80-90

Internal diameter of pipe to be connect
For quick-connect couplings: profile and airway diameter
(see Products page - Quick-connect coupling line)

Air treatment units
 
What is the purpose of each unit and where should it be located?
  Filtration - lubrication - control
(see Products page - Air treatment - Presentation of the CUBEAIR line)

 
 
 
 
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