Compressor filter/dryer

Sean Marconette · 04-22-2013, 08:20 PM

FED 387 I was trying to post without sounding like a jerk, so hopefully it came across that way.

The velocity of the fluid also impacts how long the piping will last. For the given application and the amount of use, schedule 40 will live longer than most of us, unless it is made in China, and then it may not be worth a crap before it gets on the ship! Same way with fittings.

For the air compresser having less than a total of 60' of piping just a guess, keep any horizontal piping runs with a minimum grade so that any water will drain. Any vertical elevation change should have a dirt leg (scale pocket) and a drain valve. Ronnie by the time were done with our helpful hints, you could run the piping around your entire house!

Sean

04-22-2013, 08:20 PM	#7
Sean Marconette Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 977 Likes: 799 Liked 275 Times in 76 Posts	Re: Compressor filter/dryer FED 387 I was trying to post without sounding like a jerk, so hopefully it came across that way. The velocity of the fluid also impacts how long the piping will last. For the given application and the amount of use, schedule 40 will live longer than most of us, unless it is made in China, and then it may not be worth a crap before it gets on the ship! Same way with fittings. For the air compresser having less than a total of 60' of piping just a guess, keep any horizontal piping runs with a minimum grade so that any water will drain. Any vertical elevation change should have a dirt leg (scale pocket) and a drain valve. Ronnie by the time were done with our helpful hints, you could run the piping around your entire house! Sean __________________ Sean Marconette 84 Mustang 5060 SS/N