Sullair Air Compressor Parts

 

Sullair Air Compressor Parts

           

Maintenance of your Sullair air compressor must be done to keep the cost of ownership down, as it will keep your machine operating more efficiently and for much longer. Oils and filters are a must have, and Sullair will suggest maintenance kits. Even with the best of proactive maintenance, sometimes your compressor may need service and new parts. Machines do need to be repaired sometimes, so it is great to have a place to buy the parts you need. Most of the people who buy these air compressor parts are repairing their own compressors, but air compressor repair businesses need to purchase parts for their customer’s equipment, too. Where do they buy their compressor parts? Do they buy OEM Sullair parts, or do they look at the replacement parts available? Do the same rules apply whether you are buying an air filter or a new compressor pump? There are many businesses out there, but we recommend this Sullair air compressor parts business in Chicago. They offer parts for just about every compressor that is still being used. They have knowledgeable staff, so if you are not sure of the parts you need for a particular purpose, you can actually talk with someone helpful and get the right parts and the right price! Before you buy air compressor parts, shop around; you will find the same parts offered for varying prices, but our recommended vendor is consistently the low-cost provider of quality air compressor parts.

Piston (Reciprocating) Air Compressors

A piston compressor (also known as a reciprocating compressor) uses pistons driven by a crankshaft to deliver air at high pressure.

Rotary Screw Air Compressors

A rotary screw is a compressor which utilizes two intermeshing helical rotors to trap a volume of air, then compress it to a higher pressure. Rotary screw compressors can be run at lower temperatures, and for 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. These compressors are all stationary, and generally have a specific air piping system that runs through the warehouse, industrial plant or shop in which it is located. Many local shops that we have seen also use regular air hose for its flexibility and mobility.

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Sullair Air Compressor Parts

Check Valve

An air compressor check valve is a device that allows fluid or air to flow in only one direction. When your compressor reaches the unload pressure, the check valves closes to prevent backflow of the air from the tank to the compressor head.

A quick note on check valves: Many times, when people find air leaking from the pressure switch, they immediately purchase and install a new pressure switch. Because air still leaks, they call and state that the switch is defective. If air is leaking consistently, the problem is not the pressure switch - it is the check valve. It may be filled with debris and is not sealing. When this occurs the check valve either needs to be cleaned or replaced.

Pressure Relief Valve / Safety Valve

Any place that you would have high pressure, you will also need a pressure relief valve (also known as a safety valve). A pressure relief valve releases air smoothly and consistently into the atmosphere from the compressor tank if the air pressure becomes too much.

Generally, a relief valve will have male threads on one end, with a ring on the other end (as displayed in the photo). By pulling the ring, you are releasing compressed air into the atmosphere in a safe manner.

Pressure Switches

An air compressor pressure switch is an instrument which senses a change in pressure and automatically adds or decreases air in the tank. Most homeowners simply know the pressure switch as the device that contains the on/off lever.

There are also more generic pressure switches that vary depending on what your cut-in and cut-out pressure is. The photo to the right displays a typical pressure switch that is common on many homeowner style compressors. The small red piece at the top is the on/off switch for the machine.

Belts

Depending on the type of compressor you have, an air compressor belt is an essential component of your machine. Most homeowner and smaller hand carry compressors do not use a belt. When you get involved with wheelbarrow or stationary compressors, belts become necessary (especially with virtually all Sullair air compressors). A belt works with the pump to help spin the motor to the correct HP.

Sizes and styles vary across the board. Everything from grooves, length, and width will change depending on the type of compressor that you have. To help find the correct belt for your compressor, we recommend finding you model number and giving us a call.

Air Gauges

Generally, most air compressors come complete with two pressure gauges. Most will have one gauge near the pressure switch to display the pressure setting, and another gauge to indicate the air pressure in the tank.

Although an air gauge may not seem like an extremely important part - it is. Having a broken or non-functioning gauge means that you will not know the pressure setting at your application, which can result in the incorrect use of your tools.

When you replace an air gauge, make sure you know whether you have back mount or bottom mount threads, and your desired pressure range.

Unloader Valve

Simply put, the unloader valve unloads air when the receiver reaches its set point. Most of the time an unloader valve is located at or near the pressure switch, and when the switch is turned either on or off, the unloader valve is either opened or closed.

Air Filters

There are numerous varieties of air filters that may be used on a compressor. In-line filters and inlet filters however are the most common.

Intake filters filter the air for the first time as it is brought into the system. These filters are very important to your compressor system, and the operator needs to ensure that they are clean and free from debris.

In-line filters are placed throughout the piping system to ensure that clean air is reaching the end product. It is pretty rare for homeowners and people with small consumer grade compressors to use an in-line filter. In industrial applications they become much more common. Using an in-line filter will make sure that the end line is free from particles and debris, which will ensure that your compressor tools and attachments will last for many years to come.

Auto Drains

Industrial or stationary compressors usually have auto drains. Homeowner and small contractor compressors do not have auto-drains available, as they are all manual drains. There is a drain on the bottom of the compressor, which should be opened every two days at a minimum (generally once a day is a good idea). this drain helps to remove any water from the compressor tank. If water is left for long periods of time, rust will start to accumulate in the tank.

An auto drain eliminates the need to manually drain the tank every day. It is equipped with a timer that automatically opens the drain at a set time each day. An auto drain is almost always recommended for applications that require consistent air. It makes life easier and helps to prevent mishaps from occurring.

Gaskets/Gasket Kits

There are various types of gaskets that are used on Sullair compressors depending on what type of compressor that you have. Industrial compressors may have head gaskets, cylinder gaskets, etc. These gaskets help create a seal when two items are placed together, such as sealing the cylinder head to the valve plate assembly. Gasket kits may combine several gaskets needed for compressor maintenance.

Each type of gasket will vary depending on the model and manufacturer of the compressor that you have. One of the best resources that you can find with the correct gasket that you need would be the owner’s manual of your compressor.

Vibration Pads

Vibration pads are small pieces that are constructed of various materials (often cork), which are placed under each foot on the air compressor. They are then screwed into the ground with the air compressor which helps to reduce the amount of vibration and rattling that occurs. It reduces the amount of contact that the compressor has with the ground, and, depending on the surface it will reduce noise and lengthen the compressor's life.