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This discussion focuses on the physics of air flow and air compression, specifically the time required to achieve specific pressures using air compressors. The user highlights the importance of understanding how flow rates change with varying outlet pressures and seeks equations to describe this relationship. Recommendations include searching for "compressor sizing calculation" to find relevant resources. The discussion emphasizes the need for accurate calculations in air compressor applications.

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  • Understanding of air compressor flow rates
  • Knowledge of pressure-volume relationships in physics
  • Familiarity with compressor sizing calculations
  • Basic principles of thermodynamics
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I am attempting to identify how long it would take to bring different volumes to a specific pressure using air compressors. I understand that the flow rate given for an air compressor will change as the outlet pressure increases, but I am having some trouble finding the equations to describe this relationship.

If anyone could recommend good resources on this type of physics, either books or web pages,it would be greatly appreciated!
 
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Simply Google "compressor sizing calculation" for a number of references.
 

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