- Typical capacity
- For this class of equipment, capacities commonly range from 500 litres up to 5000 litres, with 2000 litres being a common mid-range size.
- Maximum working pressure
- Units of this type typically operate at pressures between 8 and 13 bar, with 11 bar being standard for many industrial applications.
- Operating temperature range
- Air receivers are generally designed for ambient temperatures, with a maximum working temperature commonly around 50°C.
- Construction material
- Typically constructed from carbon steel, often internally coated for corrosion resistance, especially when used with standard industrial air.
- Certification
- In the UK, air receivers must comply with the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR) 2000 and typically carry a CE mark.
- Footprint
- A 2000L vertical receiver typically requires a floor area of approximately 1.0m x 1.0m, with a height of around 2.5m to 3.5m.
- Connections
- Commonly features multiple threaded ports for air inlet, outlet, pressure relief valve, drain valve, and pressure gauge.