They are powered by two counter-rotating screws that compress air as it moves through the compressor. These units are designed for continuous use, capable of operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
[pdf] Let me explain how a rotary screw element is built up. See this example picture of an oil-free screw element. Compressor element (oil-free type). Photo: Atlas Copco Of course, we see the two rotors (male rot.
[pdf] Daily: Keep moisture out by draining the compressor’s air receiver tank every day. Weekly: Along with draining condensate out of the air compressor tank, check the oil level and add more oil if it has hit the minimum line. Monthly: Call in a servicing expert to clean the inlet filter.
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