Providing temporary storage space for compressed air is the most important role of the air tank. The air compressor is just a device that compresses air, and there is no space for storing air inside itself. Once the compressed air is generated, it must be discharged to the outside, otherwise it will affect the action of the next compression cycle.
However, in the normal production process, compressed air is not always required, and once unloaded, when compressed air is needed downstream, there will be a delay in reloading and producing air. However, if an air storage tank is configured, even when the air compressor is not running, the air stored in the tank can still be used for a period of time without delaying the production gas.
Conversely, without an air receiver, over time, frequent loading and unloading will lead to premature failure of switches and other compressor components, excessive motor contactor wear, and even a direct short circuit to the motor due to damaged winding insulation.