5
AIR SYSTEMS
For air-powered tools to work their best, the air
supply system must be properly installed and
maintained regularly. A drawing in this section
shows a properly installed air supply system.
Handy checklists for installing and maintaining
air supply systems follow.
Indoor Air System Installation
-Be certain that:
• All pipes supplying air have a large enough
inside diameter to ensure adequate air supply.
• The main supply pipe slopes down, away from
the compressor (1/16 inch per foot).
• Air storage is provided along lengthy air lines.
• Pipe line branch outlets are at the top of the
main pipe line.
• Cutoff valves are provided at each branch pipe
line throughout the system.
• Water legs extend from the bottom of each branch
line.
• A refrigerant-type dryer is installed on the system.
• Air hoses are kept as short as practical.
• A regular maintenance program is followed.
Outdoor Air System Installation
-Be certain that:
• A moisture trap and a filter/regulator/lubricator are
installed at the compressor.
• Air hoses and fittings are large enough so that air
flow is not restricted. Minimum hose size is 3/8
inch ID with 1/2 inch ID hose used for any
application over 25 feet.
• Air hoses are not longer than 150 feet.
• The air system is lubricated regularly.
• A regular maintenance program is followed.
Filter/Regulator/Lubricator Units
Filter/regulator/lubricator units that can supply
enough air and protection for Paslode tools
must meet the following specifications:
• Minimum 3/8 inch NPT port size .
• 50 micron or fine filters.
• Regulated pressure from zero to 120 psi.
• Lubricators designed for low or changing
airflow.
