How long is the service life of industrial compressed air booster pumps?

How long is the service life of industrial compressed air booster pumps?

The industrial compressed air booster pump is different from the laboratory testing unit. Once it is used, it basically does not stop. If you want to extend its service life, alternate between backup and use. In addition, with regular and reasonable maintenance, the low-pressure compressed air booster pump generally has a service life of about 5 years. It is common to see dealers boasting online about how many years a compressed air booster pump can be used continuously, which is misleading to users. Below, the editor will take you to understand the service life of industrial compressed air booster pumps under various conditions.

The main function of a compressed air booster pump is to increase the pressure of compressed air. But its main sealing component is the sealing ring, and its service life is different for high, medium, and low pressures. The higher the pressure, the greater the force acting on the sealing ring, and the greater the frictional force of the same stroke, which is more likely to cause aging and wear of the sealing ring. Industrial gas is generally low-pressure below 4MPa.

Several factors and environments that affect the service life of industrial compressed air booster pumps.

1. Sealing ring quality: A good sealing ring has a service life of approximately 15000 hours, while a poor one can be damaged after 2000 hours.

2. Cylinder smoothness and accuracy: The higher the cylinder smoothness, the less damage to the sealing ring when it reciprocates back and forth. The higher the precision of the cylinder, the better the contact area with the sealing ring and the buffering degree of the sealing ring.

3. Purity of compressed air: Compressed air is produced by various types of air compressors. The compressed air produced by old-fashioned air compressors contains a large amount of moisture and some small particles, which can enter the interior of the compressed air booster pump and affect the service life of the sealing ring.

4. Regular maintenance: Regularly clean the dust and stains on the compressed air booster pump and refuel regularly. Regularly cleaning the dust and stains can effectively prevent the corrosion of the booster pump by the stains. Regular refueling can lubricate the sealing ring.

5. Continuous use: If the compressed air booster pump is used continuously without stopping, it will cause continuous friction between the sealing ring and the cylinder, resulting in metal weakness and temperature rise, which will reduce the service life of the sealing ring.

6. Usage environment: The usage environment can be divided into various types such as high temperature environment, low temperature environment, dust environment, outdoor environment, and dust-free environment. High temperature environment, low temperature environment, dust environment, and outdoor environment all have an impact on the service life of compressed air booster pumps.

When using compressed air booster pumps in industry, it is necessary to consult with Feentor sales engineers and develop a plan that is suitable for your own factory based on factors such as factory requirements, usage conditions, and environment. Regular maintenance and upkeep are the foundation for increasing the lifespan of a compressed air booster pump. If all of the above conditions are met, the compressed air booster pump can be used for 5-6 years without any problems. Replace the sealing ring within 5-6 years due to aging.

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