High Pressure Compressor Configuration: Achieving 1000 Pound Pressure in Minutes

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In summary, the conversation discussed the configuration of a compressor capable of producing 1000 pounds of pressure per minute and the possibility of storing this high pressure of compressed air in a 2-inch diameter and 12-inch height cylinder. It was suggested that the flow rate into the cylinder needs to be approximated in order to pressurize it to 1000 psig in one minute. The option of purchasing a cylinder or making one using ASME codes was also mentioned.
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hello,

i want the configuration of a compressor having capability of producing 1000 pound pressure in a min.

is it possible to store that high pressure of compressed air in a cylinder having 2"(inches) diameter and 12"(inches) height?

thank you.
 
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The rate at which a cylinder is simply a function of the flow rate into the cylinder and cylinder volume. Since you have an aproximate cylinder volume in mind, you can aproximate the flow rate into the cylinder you'll need in order to pressurize it to 1000 psig in one minute.

You could purchase a cylinder for this type of service or make your own depending on your ability to design and fabricate something like this. Making a cylinder out of pipe is simple enough, but you need to follow engineering standards for that. Typically, we use ASME codes in the US. In this case, the pressure vessel code should be used but a code stamp isn't required because the cylinder diameter is less than 6".
 
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thanks dude.. will keep your valuable instructions in ma mind.
 

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