i know a two stage compressor is more efficient than a 'single stage", but what does two stage mean and how does it work?
2007-02-20 01:06:21 · 6 answers · asked by vinchenzo_d_gymbag 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Daffy's answer is correct... I'll put it in simpler language...
A single stage compressor gets all its compression in one cylinder stroke. This is pretty common on most small compressors.
A two stage compressor, has one cylinder that compresses the air part-way, and sends it to the next cylinder, which does the final compression. So, its two strokes, instead of one... easier on the motor or engine.
All heavy duty industrial air compressors are at least 2 stage... and I mean BIG compressors.
Most 2 stage compressors can keep up with 'constant demand' better than single stage compressors. If you are going to run an impact wrench... get a 2 stage... if you only need a compressor for occasional use, or for a nail gun... a single stage will do the trick, and cost less.
Also... when looking at compressors.... 'belt drive' compressors are easier on the motors... the belt takes some of the shock of start ups.
With all that said... Ive got a Campbell Hausfeld 2 horse, 2.5 gallon compressor that I have used for work, for over 10 years, with no downtime. (yeah, single stage -- I have to wait a bit when running my impact wrench to change a tire, but it keeps up just fine with my finish, and roofing nailing)
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two stage compressor vs single stage?
i know a two stage compressor is more efficient than a 'single stage", but what does two stage mean and how does it work?
2015-08-14 19:13:57 · answer #4 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In addition to the previous well articulated differences between a single and two stage compressor...a very important fact was omitted, HEAT EXCHANGE..which in turn makes condensation, aka known as moisture/water. Hands down, a two stage compressor runs much cooler, producing less opportunity for moisture to corrupt your work/tools...this is particularly important when preforming certain repetitive tasks, such as painting etc.
Shelling out the extra few bucks for the better preforming two stage well only save you money in the long run in job performance and tool longevity.
2014-06-21 05:03:42 · answer #5 · answered by bias_ricky 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a compressor with twin Pistons, 5hp electric 230v motor, how can I tell if it is a single or 2 stage compressor
2015-09-20 03:52:49 · answer #6 · answered by richard s 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Single Stage—Single stage refers to an air compressor with one or more cylinders that take air in each cylinder at the down stroke and compresses the air into the tank on the up stroke.
Two Stage—A two-stage compressor always has a minimum of two cylinders. A low pressure cylinder (largest) and one high pressure cylinder (smallest). As the LP piston goes downward, air is taken in at atmospheric pressure; on the upward stroke the LP piston discharges the air through an intercooler and into the HP cylinder on its downward stroke. On the upward stroke of the HP piston the air is discharged into the air receiver. Two-stage compressors are recommended when tool usage is continuous.
2007-02-20 01:40:23 · answer #7 · answered by daffyduct2006 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋