7 Things to Consider When Choosing a Air Pressure Booster Pump

Looking for a new air pressure booster pump? Then this is what you should look out for.

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Checklist for your next air pressure booster pump

Compressed air or gas pressure booster pumps take the air from a regular compressor, which is already above ambient pressure, and boost that pressure further, up to 350 bar ( psi). Air pressure booster pump packages come in all shapes and sizes, so this checklist will help you select the right one for your application and help you to get the most out of your investment.

1. How easy is it to service the air pressure booster pump?

This is an important subject for any type of equipment. Fast and easy service can save you a lot of money and limits your production’s downtime. Fast service has to do with the quality of components, the tools needed and the accessibility of maintenance-prone components, such as the pumper block or the drain points. Ideally, your air pressure booster pump can be maintained by just one person only and service should be completed in less than 5 hours.

2. Is the air pressure booster pump easy to operate?

A reliable and efficient air pressure booster pump should be an ingenious machine, but operating it shouldn’t be complex. Make sure it’s easy to monitor your air pressure booster pump’s performance at any time. Check if the air pressure booster pump is equipped with all necessary safety features and alarms, both visual and auditory. Some controllers have the option for a mirror screen that allows you to operate the air pressure booster pump from a distance, a nice feature in drilling applications.

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3. Are the inlet and outlet flanges safely positioned?

In any case, these should be pointing away from the control panel. Also check the valves and levers for ease of operation and safety.

4. Does the air pressure booster pump offer some flexibility?

Some air pressure booster pumps have multiple stages and the possibility to use only one if less pressure (and/or more flow) is required. Simple levers and electronic controls make switching between stages easy. This kind of multi-stage air pressure booster pumps can tackle various applications, which is particularly interesting if you rent your air pressure booster pump out. Also well and pipeline servicing companies can benefit from this extra flexibility.

5. Is the air pressure booster pump easy to transport

Of course the size and weight of the air pressure booster pump package is important: if possible, choose a air pressure booster pump that fits on a regular truck. But it’s also worth checking how the air pressure booster pump should be lifted or transported with a fork lift. If the air pressure booster pump should be lifted, a single lifting point is far easier and avoids imbalance.

6. Is there an on-board fuel tank?

If not, you have to install a stand-alone fuel tank and matching accessories for a safe installation. An integrated fuel tank mean less hassle and more safety, but also the added benefit of having them monitored by the air pressure booster pump’s controller.

7. What cooling systems are included?

The most complete air pressure booster pump packages have a pre-cooler, interstage cooler and after-cooler, so it can work with whatever feed air comes into the system. If your air pressure booster pump does not have a pre-cooler, for example, you should make sure your feed air compressor is equipped with an aftercooler.

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Has any one made their own gas booster or found a less expensive one to buy?


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airspeed press has a book about home-built gas boosters.

well worth the read

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canuckdiver once bubbled...
airspeed press has a book about home-built gas boosters.

well worth the read

Make sure you read their update on their web page about the ones that ignited!

John Allen of North East Scuba Supply sells a Haskel copy O2 ready for about $, half the cost of a Haskel. I found a used Haskel for $ and paid another $400 for the seal kit to O2 service it. I figured I would have had about $ in a do it yourself booster.

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Did you shell out another $500 for an LP compressor to drive it?

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pescador775 once bubbled...
Did you shell out another $500 for an LP compressor to drive it?

I already had a shop compressor. It is 6 cfm and the booster really needs 10 cfm for continuous service. I'll see how quickly it depletes the storage tank when I have finished servicing the Haskel. It is a winter project. Too much to do!

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Cheap booster pumps can sometimes be found at your local military surplus store/yard. Look for "strut pumps".