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  • Air compressor

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    Air compressor

    Tools Air Compressor Air Compressor How it works .Compressed air supply equipment explained, use and types for automotive use. Guide The compressor may be a screw, vane or ...

  • Air compressor hoses & airlines

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    Air compressor hoses & airlines

    Air compressor airlines and hoses The use of Air compressor airlines types and sizes. The main airlines must be free from air leaks and manufactured from galvanized iron. A ...

  • Air hose length pressure drop Chart (1/4 in)

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    Air hose length pressure drop Chart (1/4 in)

    Air hose length pressure drop Chart (1/4 in) Air hose length pressure drop Chart 6.3 mm (1/4 in) bore . Pressure at regulator Length of hose ft - Working pressure at the spray ...

  • Air tool oilers

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    Air tool oilers

    Air tool oilers An in-line lubrication unit (oil drip) may be fitted to outlets which will be used exclusively for pneumatic power sanders and tools. Lubricators must not be ...

  • Air tool Quick-release couplings

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    Air tool Quick-release couplings

    Quick-release couplings Air-powered Quick-release couplings allow a rapid interchange of air-powered equipment, blow guns and spray guns. A male connector is normally fitted to ...

  • Compressor Air regulators/filters

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    Compressor Air regulators/filters

    Air Compressor regulators and filters Here we look at Air Compressor regulators and filters what they are used for and types. Air regulators must be of sufficient air flow ...

  • Electrical System Circuit Tester Checker

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    Electrical System Circuit Tester Checker

    Electrical System Circuit Light Test Checker A test light is used to check the continuity of an electrical circuit. A test light utilizes a bulb held in a probe attached to a ...

  • Guide to air compressor size

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    Guide to air compressor size

    Guide to air compressor size Average pressure Continuous air consumption Intermittent air consumption Required motor power rating bar (psi) m3/min (ft3/min) m3/min (ft3/min) KW ...

  • Paint Spray guns Gravity Suction

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    Paint Spray guns Gravity Suction

    Gravity feed and Suction spray guns In this section we will show what Gravity feed and Suction spray guns are used for and best use for them. The selection of spray guns will ...

  • Panel beating spoons

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    Panel beating spoons

    Panel beating spoon Types Panel beating spoon Spoon types and their applications. Spoons are used for bumping and prying; they are also used in place of dollies when direct ...

  • Panel Bumping blades

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    Panel Bumping blades

    Panel Bumping blades Here we discuss the use of Bumping blades what they are and can be used for. Bumping blades are used in motor vehicle repair to remove slight dents some time ...

  • Pressure feed spray guns

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    Pressure feed spray guns

    Pressure feed spray guns Pressure feed spray guns explained what they are used for and benefits for using them. This is a spray gun to which the paint is forced by pressure from ...