relocating air filter for air compressor

[awdblazer]

i want to relocate the air filter for my air compressor
i dont know if i should put it high up on the ceiling or put it in the attic
i am from winterpeg so it can get -40 in the winter and +40 in summer
the garage is insulated
compressor has two filters and is 1/2 inch threaded
thanks

 

[tyndall]

This should be interesting. Way too hot in the attic in the summer. Then you have ice cold air meeting a hot compressor head in the winter, which to me says condensation.

Not to mention that the length and diameter of the line as well as bends can cause a restriction.

 

[k p]

Many people have them routed outside to cut down on the intake noise, but then your neighbours (if you have neighbours) have to deal with it. Moisture and ice issues could crop up if you route it outside though.

Why do you need to move it?

 

[Zeke]

You don't tell us why you want to do this. That would help in the recommendations.

 

[awdblazer]

want to quieten up my air compressor

 

[k p]

I would look into an enclosure to reduce the noise. Of course you'd have to keep it open to let air in but I'm sure there are designs floating around to deaden the sound.

I would probably route it up along the wall into something to reduce the noise, keep it real close to the wall for a cleaner appearance.

 

[awdblazer]

would moving the filter away from ear level quieten it up? my garage is too small to build an enclosure around it

 

[k p]

I'm not suggesting an enclosure around the whole compressor, just the filters. Something as simple as a plywood box with insulation (to deaden the sound) inside of it. If your intake pipe is 1/2" pipe then the box only theoretically needs a 1/2" opening to supply the air. Of course a larger opening would be wise to ensure your compressor isn't working too hard.

I've read that the sound is from the "pulsing" of the air getting sucked in, some enclosures take this into account to eliminate the pulse pattern.

 

[Nortonscustom]

Why not install intake muffler/silencers on it instead? I put one on my 20HP Quincy and it makes less noise than the 5hp oil-less Craftsman. Was money well spent.

 

[48RON54]

I'm not suggesting an enclosure around the whole compressor, just the filters. Something as simple as a plywood box with insulation (to deaden the sound) inside of it. If your intake pipe is 1/2" pipe then the box only theoretically needs a 1/2" opening to supply the air. Of course a larger opening would be wise to ensure your compressor isn't working too hard.

I've read that the sound is from the "pulsing" of the air getting sucked in, some enclosures take this into account to eliminate the pulse pattern.

Agreed. Sound attenuation is not a new concept in construction eqpt. I doubt your compressor is any different. Build a box around it, insulate it, but make sure you have an opening to **** air through.

 

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There was a body shop in my town that had relocated the intake to out side just under the eave. He had taking an air cleaner off of an older car that was at least 15 inches in diameter and had twin intake snorkels coming off it. These intakes pointed down, he was able to remove the wing nut and cover to change the filter very quickly. Something from the 60's or 70's muscle car. He said the filters were still available and were inexpensive to obtain. Seemed like a great idea. Shop is now closed but I will see if the compressor filter is still there and get a few pictures.

 

[k p]

There was a body shop in my town that had relocated the intake to out side just under the eave. He had taking an air cleaner off of an older car that was at least 15 inches in diameter and had twin intake snorkels coming off it. These intakes pointed down, he was able to remove the wing nut and cover to change the filter very quickly. Something from the 60's or 70's muscle car. He said the filters were still available and were inexpensive to obtain. Seemed like a great idea. Shop is now closed but I will see if the compressor filter is still there and get a few pictures.

This is a good idea, however, in the OPs neck of the woods it gets damn cold in the winter and ice/moisture is a big concern. Same goes for summer humidity.

 

[sasquatch12]

I'd keep the filter/muffler/silencer inside the building. enclosing it in something will make a big difference.

 

[awdblazer]

anything else i could do to quieten this thing up?
its still on the pallet i bought it with

 

[k p]

Heavy duty rubber feet, some people use hockey pucks. That's about it.

Just take care of the intake noise first and re-evaluate it then, I bet you'll be more than happy just doing the intake.

 

[aka Larry]

Soleberg silencer works wonders. There are several threads about using it on this forum. I have one on mine and it is well worth it.

 

[b-body-bob]

He had taking an air cleaner off of an older car

Soleberg silencer works wonders.

I was going to go with an old slant-6 air cleaner on my compressor, mostly for looks, then I realized it came from the factory with one of the Solberg style filters and decided against it.

http://www.solbergmfg.com/ViewSeriesList.aspx?ProductLineId=1&src=hscroll

 

[awdblazer]

would moving the filter up say a foot or so higher help?

 

[bsaint]

It wont make a difference of efficiency you can notice. But it def. will be quieter. People put compressors in a lot hotter locations than an attic (i.e. boiler room.)

 

[Zeke]

1/2" threaded would allow a small motor muffler to be installed. Hose clamp a filter on that.

 

[compressornew]

Air filters need s to change after few months because air filters compressed the clean air through machine.So,You can put it on high ceiling but use it for limited hours.