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Originally Posted by 72BlackOnBlack
Hey Dennis, great write up. I'm trying to figure out a system setup like your and I was wondering what type of copper tubing you're using. Type L/Type M? I can't seem to find any information on copper tubing psi ratings anywhere. Our compressor is running 175 psi and we're nervous about the burst pressure of the tubing.
Here's some background:
175 psi compressor
The line is going about 75-80 feet from the compressor
We were thinking about 1/2in copper tubing (is that diameter going to affect anything?)
Thanks in advance.
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That's kind of small for that long of a run. The longer the run, the more resistance there is to airflow. Therefore, longer runs require larger diameter, more freely flowing pipe. I would suggest at least 3/4". An extra storage tank at the end of that 80ft run like Dennis has would also be a good idea.
I'm no authority on the different types of copper pipe, but would -assume- whatever is used for water should work fine.
Good Luck!
