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Whats the maximum incoming pressure rating for my air compressor regulator?
I bought a regulator/filter for my 60 gal air compressor from a local guy, and on the side of it says "125psi max". Does this mean that the maximum I should have coming out SAFELY is 125psi, or does this refer to incoming pressure? My compressor puts out 155psi and I cannot change it it (non-adjustable pressure switch). Ive alrady got the regulator piped in and everything, I didnt even think about this until a few days ago. Is it safe to use as is, Im just confused on how they rate the pressure ratings. Thanks!
3 Answers
- roadrunnerjimLv 61 decade agoFavorite Answer
Usually, what's printed on the regulator is what the safe incoming pressure is. Just to be on the safe side, I'd get a regulator that is rated to the output of your compressor, and use the other regulator on the downstream side to regulate something else.
- burnhamLv 44 years ago
The tank rigidity generally set at one hundred twenty five. Then line rigidity reg set at 80psi. this provides a gradual 80 while the compressor kicks out and in. After understanding the quantity you like (Cu/feet/Min) An undersized compressor will cycle too plenty and supply you inconsistent consequences.
- Rob OLv 41 decade ago
Well - Roadrunner is right, the rating of 125 psi means what goes into the regulator - and to be on the safe side you should get another......but....
I also know that the safety rating is somewhere between 3-4 times the certified rating, which means that the regulator would burst at about 375-500 psi.
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