What is Electric Portable Air Compressor and Why Do We Use Them?

Why choose Ingersoll Rand portable air compressors for your business needs?

• Ingersoll Rand offers a range of low-noise portable air compressors to fulfil your industry, and personal needs
• A smaller, more compact version of our larger, stationary counterparts - with the same high quality, efficient service
• Cordless, portable compressors which even work in remote conditions, with no requirement for electricity to power

Portable air compressors are an easy, cordless, compact solution, relied upon by many businesses in a wide range of industries, that allows you to fulfil all of your air compressing requirements - wherever, whenever. Despite being lighter and smaller than their stationary counterparts, they still deliver the same high-quality functionality and highly efficient solutions to satisfy all of your business needs. As a result, they are utilized in a range of industries for applications such as powering pneumatic tools in car systems, construction sites and farms, and air conditioners and pumps.

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Portable air compressors have many uses in industries such as:

Portable air compressors are perfect for construction sites as they are a compact way to power various pneumatic tools, such as jackhammers and wrenches. In addition, they come with the added benefit of requiring no electricity to power them, meaning they are suitable for even the harshest environments or conditions.

Farmers use portable air compressors constantly to power pneumatic tools, transport feed, crop spraying, and dairy equipment. Their transportable nature, combined with their easy to use technology, makes them completely accessible for all industries and anyone to use.

They are also widely relied upon within the Manufacturing and Pharmaceutical industry. Despite large operators having installed compressor systems, portable models serve as a backup option for emergencies or unexpected changes in demand.

Our solutions are also suitable for DIY projects as their cordless, low-noise operation makes them 100% garden and garage friendly.

What do we offer?

Our range includes a variety of designs, with varying hp and specific uses, as our focus is on adapting our portfolio with your business needs at the centre. Our models include our Twin Stack Small Portable Reciprocating Compressor 2hp, our Garage Mate 2 hp system and our Small Portable Electric Driven (2-3 hp) and Gas Driven (5.5 hp) Wheelbarrow solutions.

Benefits of our Portable air compressors:

• No requirement for electricity to operate - making them the best option for worksites and remote projects
• The same functionality and benefits of our larger compressors in a compact system
• Specifically innovated, high quality, trailer-mounted design which allows you to tow your compressor easily, with little effort
• They produce less noise, making them perfect for noise-sensitive areas (if this is particularly important to you, we would recommend our portable gas compressor as gas systems are proven to be the quietest models)
• Compact design allows you to save space when using or storing
• Easy to use technology makes them adaptable for any application, from DIY projects to more industrial-scale applications

At Ingersoll Rand, we pride ourselves on being accessible whether you are a DIY enthusiast using our system at home in the garden, a construction worker or a larger manufacturing company. That is why we have fully equipped our portable air compressors to be as highly efficient, easy to maintain and use as our larger systems. Engineered with you at the forefront, our solutions promise to be the best choice for you.

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When you need efficiency and industry-leading power in a small package, look no further than Quincy Compressor's portable air compressors. Our compressors are suited for home and DIY use while still providing the reliability and power necessary for commercial applications. We build our compressors for the long haul, delivering great value in almost any situation. We also back our products with an industry-leading warranty option, so you can feel confident in the value and service we deliver.

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How Portable Compressors Work

The majority of portable compressors ' including those manufactured by Quincy ' feature a single-stage, reciprocating/piston design. Piston compressors work by forcing air through an inlet valve into a cylinder, where the reciprocating motion of a piston compresses it. Once it compresses the air to the desired level, it activates a discharge valve, sending it out to power a tool or whatever attachment to which the unit will be connected.

Single-stage compressors feature a single valve and piston assembly. This makes them smaller, lighter and more portable, but limits the amount of power the unit can provide. For this reason, they are most commonly used in garages, workshops, construction sites and other applications where you can sacrifice continuous power for the sake of value or portability.

Parts for Portable Air Compressors

Each portable air compressor is different, but most models have several common parts, depending on the design. Quinyc single-stage portable compressors feature key portable air tank parts, including:

• Motor: Electric motors power portable air compressors. Like automotive engines, air compressors receive ratings according to the motor's horsepower. However, not that a more powerful motor does not necessarily mean the compressor can power more tools or deliver more pressure.
• Valve/piston: The compressor's motor drives a valve and piston assembly. This assembly draws the air into a chamber before compressing it. You can measure a compressor's effectiveness in completing this process in both capacity (CFM) and pressure (PSIG). Many portable units use a single-stage design, which means the model has one valve and piston assembly. Multistage configurations are more common on stationary models and contain a series of chambers and pistons. Two-stage configurations are better suited for applications needing higher pressure and greater capacities.
• Storage tank: The storage tank holds compressed air until you need to use it. Larger storage tanks allow you to go longer periods without running the compressor motor. However, larger storage tanks also increase the unit's footprint, making the model less portable because it takes up more space. We measure this capacity in liters or gallons.

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Finding the Right Product for Your Needs

To select the best portable air compressor for your application, you should consider the following factors:

• Capacity: The capacity of a compressor is the amount of air a unit can produce, measured in CFM (cubic feet/minute). A higher CFM rating means a unit will be able to power more tools at once.
• Pressure: We measure compressor pressure ratings in PSIG (pounds per square inch gauge). Most tools require a continuous pressure of 90 PSIG to operate properly. Other applications require higher or lower pressures. Be clear on your requirements before making a decision.
• Power: The horsepower (HP) of a portable compressor is not directly related to its pressure or capacity; rather, it refers to the efficiency of the unit's motor. More horsepower is required to drive higher capacity or higher pressure compressors, though a high horsepower unit with low CFM or PSIG ratings will be inefficient and costly to run.

Other things to consider include tank size, whether you want a unit powered by gas or electricity and whether you'll be working in a sensitive environment where an oil-free design is necessary. For more information about Quincy compressors, visit individual product pages, where you can find detailed specifications and potential applications.

A Glance at Quincy Portable Compressor Products

The single-stage portable air compressors from Quincy Compressor offer professional-grade features at an affordable price and are suitable for any customer. Our units boast features including:

• A cast-iron valve plate, cylinder and crankshaft to deliver enhanced durability and strength
• Aluminum fin and head design for boosted heat dissipation, which reduces wear on the motor
• A standard ¼-inch pressure regulator with working pressures ranging from 110 and 135 PSIG
• ASME-standard safety valves and a fully enclosed belt guard

Let our team match you with the right portable air compressor for your needs. Contact a sales representative in your area to discuss your intended application today.

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