Choosing an air compressor
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== Reciprocating == | == Reciprocating == | ||
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The most commonly used by hobbyists and professionals alike. Reciprocating compressors are more suited for uses where a constant demand for compressed air is not great. These compressors have a tendency to cycle and pressurize a storage tank depending on the amount of air used during a certain process. | The most commonly used by hobbyists and professionals alike. Reciprocating compressors are more suited for uses where a constant demand for compressed air is not great. These compressors have a tendency to cycle and pressurize a storage tank depending on the amount of air used during a certain process. | ||
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This type of system allows for quicker cycle times and faster air pressure recovery times while allowing the user to work at a higher pressure than a single stage. | This type of system allows for quicker cycle times and faster air pressure recovery times while allowing the user to work at a higher pressure than a single stage. | ||
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== Rotary == | == Rotary == |