Pneumatic & Compressor
Air Receiver Tank Size Calculator
Size a compressed-air receiver tank using the standard formula.
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Result
Tank volume
506L
Formula
V (L) = (Q × Pa × t) / (P1 − P2) simplified industrial form
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Formula
V (L) = (Q × Pa × t) / (P1 − P2) simplified industrial form
Worked example
(1000 L/min × 1.013 × 1 min) / (8 − 6) ≈ 506 L
FAQ
+Rule of thumb?
Often 6–10 L per CFM of compressor capacity.