Pressure boosters
A pressure booster, also known as a booster, is a fundamental component in pneumatic systems. This device is distinguished by its ability to increase initial pressure, transforming it into a significantly higher working pressure. Its main function is to locally intensify the supply pressure for one or more actuators.
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Key Characteristics of Air Pressure Boosters:
- Independence from electrical power supply
- No lubrication required
- Maintains pressure without energy consumption
- Automatic start in case of pressure drops
- Easy integration and use in automatic systems
Where Are Pressure Boosters Used?
These devices are versatile and indispensable in various industrial sectors. Here are some application examples by sector:
- High-Pressure Testing: Commonly used for testing industrial components like valves, fittings, pipes, and tanks, requiring higher pressure to ensure material strength and quality.
- Emergency and Safety Systems: In the automotive field, pressure boosters are used for testing airbags and other safety devices, essential for replicating extreme conditions to ensure maximum system reliability.
- Aerospace Industry: Fundamental for testing components that must withstand extreme pressure conditions encountered during high-altitude or space flights.
- Food and Pharmaceutical Industry: Used for processes like container pressurisation to preserve product freshness, requiring cleanliness and precision.
- Oil & Gas: Employed in extraction and refining processes to manage high-pressure fluids, aiming to maximise precision in extraction control and ensuring greater operational safety.
- Industrial Automation: Enhances the efficiency of pneumatic systems by increasing the force of pneumatic cylinders, particularly useful where available compressed air does not reach the necessary pressure for specific operations.
Boosters are also used for leak tests, accumulator loading phases, and various testing procedures. Pressure boosters represent a versatile and efficient solution for pressure management in industrial applications, combining advanced functionality and ease of use.
How Does a Pressure Booster Work?
A pressure booster utilises the principle of differential areas, allowing the conversion of compressed air into high pressure. It does not require electrical connections or lubrication. The booster’s output pressure generally has a 2:1 ratio, meaning it doubles the supply pressure. Distinctive features include non-return valves that maintain stable output pressure even when compressed air supply is interrupted.
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