How to Adjust Air Compressor Pressure Regulator

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How to Adjust Air Compressor Pressure Regulator?
If you acquire a new air compressor to use with
different air tools, you would need to
familiarize yourself with the control parts of
the machine. You will realize that different air
tools will require distinct pressures to perform
efficiently. Therefore, you need to know how to
adjust air compressor pressure regulator
accordingly. Therefore, the pressure regulator
will be of great help in his scenario. It might
be challenging if you have never used the
regulator before. But dont worry, this article
will guide you step by step on adjusting the air
pressure regulator for your different
needs. What Is An Air Compressor Pressure
Regulator? As the name suggests, an air pressure
regulator is a device that regulates the
pressure that reaches air tools through a hose.
In other words, it controls the flow of air with
the aid of valves. The air compressor has a
mounted display that indicates the air pressure
in the tank. Therefore, you can easily raise or
lower the pressure with the help of regulators.
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• Mostly, large air compressors feature multiple
  pressure regulators. They help when using
  different equipment or tools simultaneously to
  cater to their pressure requirements.
• Also, we have explained on How to add oil to air
  conditioning compressor? if you want to check
  that out.
• How does the Pressure Regulator Work?
• The pressure regulator controls airflow with the
  help of set screws and springs. Technically, the
  springs use shafts to connect with the set
  screws. Springs keep the valve open, while a
  small tube connected to the opening of the valve
  transports air into the chamber.
• Movement and flexes of the diaphragm as pressure
  changes help the regulator maintain a steady
  pressure level. Therefore, low pressure in the
  regulator only allows the movement of hot air
  through the air compressor, while high pressure
  in the regulator will damage essential parts of
  the air compressor.
• So, to avoid any damage to your machine, you must
  pay attention to the airflow through the hose
  and the compressor. You should always check the
  pressure
• requirements of your air tool and adjust it
  accordingly before starting any work. Proper air
  pressure adjustment will be beneficial to you in
  the following ways
• Prolongs the life span of your pneumatic tools.
• Reducing the amount of wasted air. As a result,
  the cost of energy in compressing air is
  reduced.
• Reduces the air compressor cycle frequency, which
  prolongs the
• machines longevity.

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• How to Adjust Air Compressor Pressure Regulator?
• Increment should be in small movements of about ¼
  inch turns since air pressure will swing
  forcefully. Also, you should note that some air
  compressors will require oil as per the makers
  specifications.
• The following steps will guide you on how to
  adjust your air compressors
• regulator accurately and optimize the performance
  of your air tools.
• Power the compressor. You should plug your air
  compressor into a power source and turn it on.
• Let the tank fill up completely. Different
  machines have varying tank capacities. They
  range from small to big volumes. Therefore, you
  should wait for the tank to fill before using
  pneumatic tools. When the tank is almost full,
  the pumps sound will change. To ascertain
  whether the tank is full, you need to read the
  gauges. All the same, some compressors have
  auto-shutoff features that will stop the pump.
• Check the air tool/compressor compatibility. You
  should check whether the CFM of your air tool
  matches the CFM of your compressor. If your
  tools rating is higher than your compressors,
  your air tool will be

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• underpowered and will not optimally perform.
  Therefore, you will need another air compressor
  or change the tool. If your tools rating is
  below your compressors, you can proceed to the
  next step.
• Connect the air tool. Plug one end of the air
  hose to the port on your air tool and the other
  back to the port on the air compressor.
• Locate the pressure regulator knob. The knob
  placement might be
• different according to different models of air
  compressors. Also, its usual that the knob
  comes with a lock and unlock feature. Most air
  compressors use push and pull methods to lock
  and unlock, respectively. But, it may not often
  be the case. You should check your manual on how
  the pressure regulator knob works.
• Regulate the pressure. You should turn the
  pressure knob clockwise to increase the pressure
  and counterclockwise to reduce the same. You will
  note the pressure gauge will change as you turn
  the knob. After you reach your desired amount of
  airflow into the hose pipe, you have to lock the
  pressure knob to avoid pressure changes.
• The Exit Line
• The majority of air compressors come with
  pressure regulating features. Therefore,
  learning how to adjust an air compressor pressure
  regulator is vital and can help improve your air
  tools performance. Proper pressure adjustments
  help prolong your air tools and air compressors
  life. It also cuts down the cost of using
  Pneumatic tools.
• Briefly, before buying an air compressor, you
  should ensure it meets your air
• tools pressure requirements.