AIR RECEIVER TANK
steady air, stored safe.
An Air Receiver Tank is the backbone of any compressed-air system. It acts as a buffer between the compressor and the point of use — storing compressed air at a steady pressure, smoothing out demand spikes, allowing condensate to drop out and giving the compressor longer rest cycles so it lasts years longer.
At AirTech Engineering we supply high-grade carbon-steel pressure vessels built and tested in strict compliance with Indian Standard IS 7938 and international ASME / IBR codes — safe, certified and ready for industrial duty.
BUILT TO LAST
engineered for every plant.
A correctly sized receiver tank is one of the cheapest investments you can make in your compressed-air system — and one of the most impactful. It directly affects four critical metrics:
- Stable line pressure — no surges, no drops, no wasted air
- Less compressor cycling — up to 35% lower electricity bills
- Condensate separation — cooler air, drier tank outlet
- Peak-demand reservoir — covers high-flow events without bringing in a bigger compressor
- Longer compressor life — fewer load/unload cycles, less wear on bearings & valves
DETAILED SPECS
made to your requirement.
Capacities
100 L · 160 L · 250 L · 500 L · 1,000 L · 2,000 L · 3,000 L · 5,000 L · 7,500 L · 10,000 L (and custom sizes on request).
Working Pressure
Standard 11 bar / 12 bar. Higher ratings available: 16 bar, 20 bar, 30 bar and 40 bar (PET-grade) on request.
Material of Construction
High-grade carbon steel (IS 2062 Gr.B). Shell & dished ends fabricated from boiler-quality plate.
Orientation
Vertical (floor-saving) or Horizontal (low-headroom installations) — chosen to suit your plant layout.
Standard Fittings
Air inlet, air outlet, pressure gauge, safety valve, manual drain valve, inspection door and mounting feet/saddles.
Optional Add-Ons
Auto drain valve, level indicator, internal galvanizing or epoxy coating, condensate float drain, anti-vibration pads.
Testing & Certification
Each tank is hydraulically tested to 1.5× working pressure. Test certificate, IBR/ASME / IS 7938 compliance documentation provided.
Finish & Protection
External: red-oxide primer + 2-coat epoxy enamel paint (industrial blue/grey). Internal: shot-blasted & corrosion-resistant.
HOW TO SIZE IT RIGHT
A rough rule of thumb for an industrial reciprocating or screw compressor is:
Receiver Capacity (litres) ≈ Compressor Output (CFM) × 6 to 10
So a 50 CFM compressor pairs comfortably with a 300–500 litre tank; a 200 CFM compressor with a 1,500–2,000 litre tank. For VFD screw compressors you can lean toward the smaller end; for load/unload reciprocating units, go larger.
For variable or burst loads (laser cutting, PET blowing, sand blasting), we recommend doubling the rule-of-thumb size and adding a secondary "wet" tank before the dryer plus a "dry" tank after, so demand spikes are absorbed without compressor short-cycling.
Not sure what you need? Share your compressor capacity and application — our engineers will recommend the right tank size, orientation and accessories, free of cost.
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