Learning To Preserve Energy

If you're looking for an air compressor, one of the top qualities you'll likely be looking for is efficiency. Of course, you want a unit that's going to use as little energy as possible as it pumps out your air. But there are a lot of energy-efficient air compressors on the market today. They come in many shapes and sizes. Here are some other qualities and features you'll want to look for in an efficient compressor.

Ample CFM

As you read the labels and details on various air compressors, you'll likely see the term "CFM" a lot. This stands for cubic feet per minute. It is basically how much air the compressor can kick out in a minute. The higher the CFM, the more powerful the air compressor. You may not need the highest-power compressor if you only use it to blow air on keyboards or fill bike tires. However, you should still consider buying the compressor with the highest CFM you can afford since it will be more versatile and open you up to other uses in the future. 

A Tank You Can Carry

Tank size is actually less important than you might think. You can find small compressors that are efficient and powerful. The tank will just have to be refilled more often than a larger tank. So, what size compressor should you buy? Look for the largest one you can carry comfortably. You don't want to have to get a cart for the tank or have someone help you carry it. There are plenty of ones out there that the average person can lift.

Tolerable Noise

Compressors can be really, really loud. Usually, the energy-efficient ones are not as loud, but there is still a lot of variety in the noise they make. If it is possible to turn on and try various compressors before buying one, do so. This way, you can listen to the sounds and choose one that's a bit quieter. Not only does this make the compressor easier to work around, but it's also better for your hearing. You will need to wear earplugs or noise-canceling headphones if you buy a really loud compressor.

If you need an energy-efficient air compressor, keep the qualities and features above in mind as you shop. Most stores carry at least a few different brands and sizes of compressors, so you should have your pick of options. 

Reach out to a service like Energy Machinery Inc to learn more.