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Re: compressor is heating up to the point it blows hose

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Originally Posted by tickspe15 View Post
We use a different type of tube coming off the compressor that is rated for higher temperature operation. I believe the tube we use is rated for 200+ degrees Fahrenheit compared to the KOP tubing which is rated for 120ish degrees. We have also experimented with a metal sheathed tube coming off the compressor but higher rated tube seems to work just as well and be much lighter.
Don't forget that the pressure relief valve (calibrated to 125 psi or lower) must be connected to the compressor via hard fittings (R67.B, R76). If your compressor only has one port you're going to have at least one tee on it; might as well make it brass and get some heat sink value.
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