Q: how can we tell if the cooler in the middle of the compressor is leaking in our lives?
A: in order to reduce the compressor power consumption and ensure the reliable operation of the compressor, there are intercooler between all levels.In an intercooler, the gas is cooled by cooling water by convection.If the intercooler leaks, the gas channel is connected with the cooling water channel, and the direction of leakage depends on the pressure of gas and cooling water.
An intercooler behind the first stage of an air compressor where the cooling water pressure is usually higher than the gas pressure.Therefore, if the first-stage intercooler leaks, the cooling water will enter the gas side, and there will be water in the gas, which will significantly increase the amount of water blown off by the first-stage oil-water separator.
In the secondary and subsequent intermediate coolers of an air compressor, the cooling water pressure is usually lower than the gas pressure.Therefore, if a leak occurs, the gas will leak into the cooling water.In this way, a large number of bubbles can be found in the cooling water collecting tank.According to the above two phenomena, the leakage of intercooler can be judged.
In short, when this failure, do not panic, calm a little, this time because of timely call to professionals to deal with, so as to avoid an accident.