Spod arb problem
JK Junkie
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I understand that "check valves" are an integral part of compressors. And are a commomn point of failure in compressors. I can not speak from experience with this type of compressor. But if this is a common problem with any type of compressor. And it is not manufactured to be a serviceable part. Then I would be looking for another type / brand of compressor. I expect a compressor to hold air. If it doesn't, then it's just about as worthless as a party balloon with a hole in it.
The ARB is made for inflating tires. Once the tire is inflated, the compressor is not supposed to maintain the pressure -- it's disconnected from the tire.
The ARB is made to use its small integral air tank, and apply pressure as long as needed, so it simply doesn't need a check valve.
I discovered this tiny leak because I added an air tank, and expected the 14L tank to keep the pressure. Otherwise, I would have never known about the lack of that valve, and wouldn't have needed it.
Last edited by GJeep; Feb 3, 2013 at 11:56 AM.
JK Junkie
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JK Junkie
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It depends on what is the compressor is intended for.
The ARB is make for inflating tires. Once the tire is inflated, the compressor is not supposed to maintain the pressure -- it's disconnected from the tire.
The ARB is made to use its small integral air tank, and apply pressure as long as needed, so it simply doesn't need a check valve.
I discovered this tiny leak because I added an air tank, and expected the 14L tank to keep the pressure. Otherwise, I would have never known about the lack of that valve, and wouldn't have needed it.
The ARB is make for inflating tires. Once the tire is inflated, the compressor is not supposed to maintain the pressure -- it's disconnected from the tire.
The ARB is made to use its small integral air tank, and apply pressure as long as needed, so it simply doesn't need a check valve.
I discovered this tiny leak because I added an air tank, and expected the 14L tank to keep the pressure. Otherwise, I would have never known about the lack of that valve, and wouldn't have needed it.
Disagree, A compressor "with" a resivor IS susposed to hold air.
A compressed air system that leaks down has a problem. Simple as that.
JK Junkie
Joined: Mar 2011
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From: Israel
It's not a coincidence that ARB is so highly regarded... and my personal experience with 2 ARBs has been very good, from about 3 Celsius to sustained 45 Celsius, but feel free to use anything else
Last edited by GJeep; Feb 3, 2013 at 12:07 PM.