Air Tank

What Is a Compressed Air Receiver Tank?

An air receiver tank (sometimes called an air compressor tank or compressed air storage tank) is what it sounds like: a tank that receives and stores compressed air after it exits the air compressor. This gives you a reserve of compressed air that you can draw on without running your air compressor. An air receiver is a type of pressure vessel; it holds compressed air under pressure for future use. The tanks come in a range of sizes and in both vertical and horizontal configurations.

The Purpose of an Air Receiver Tank
An air receiver tank provides temporary storage for compressed air. It also helps your air compression system run more efficiently.

The air receiver tank has three main functions in your compressed air system:

It stores compressed air that can be used for short, high-demand events.
It provides a steady air signal to compressor controls.
When used as a “wet tank”, it acts as a secondary heat exchanger, increasing the efficiency of your air dryer.

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