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The Future of Electronic Air Management is Here AirIQ is based around an industry first, modular architecture that combines next-level technology and innovation providing a totally seamless user experience. A PERFECT companion to the ReadyAIR Suspension Load-Leveling Helper Air Bag Kits.
AirIQ Complete Air Management packages for load leveling are factory assembled and tested for guaranteed performance. Our ready to bolt-on packages fix weight related rear squat, with options for side-to-side leveling and on-board air. Nothing rivals the ease and performance of AirIQ.
The AirIQ SD1 is our most affordable AirIQ solution with a Standard Duty compressor and single channel valving for control of both air springs together.
KIT CONTENTS: All AirIQ Load Leveling air management packages include universal frame mounting brackets and hardware, plumbing kit with 20 ft of 1/4” tubing, weather sealed wiring harness, fuse holders and installation accessories
Key Features of the AirIQ Complete Compressor & Manifold Package.
Estimated Installation Time: 2.5 Hours +/- 0.5 hours (excluding alignment and wheel/tire assembly)
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Cubic Feet Per Minute Explained
Cubic Feet per Minute (CFM) is a measurement describing how much air pressure can produce. This is often called the compressor’s flow rate, and it determines what kind of air tools you can use with the compressor. The higher the CFM of a compressor, the more it is cable.
What Is an Air Compressor Duty Cycle?
An air compressor duty cycle is a measure of the amount of time that a compressor can be used continuously without needing to shut down for maintenance or to allow air pressure to build back up again. When choosing an air compressor, it is important to consider not just its CFM rating but also its duty cycle.
You should always read the technical specifications on any air compressors you are considering purchasing to find out their CFM rating and duty cycle ratings. This information will help you determine if a specific air compressor is well-suited for your needs and applications. Simply put, an air compressor duty cycle is the amount of time a compressor will deliver pressurized air within a total cycle time. If listed as a percentage, you can simply take the number of seconds or minutes the figure represents and subtract that from the total cycle time.
When listed as a percentage, the duty cycle is equal to the compressor’s run time divided by the total cycle time. So, this percentage equates to the amount of time you can keep the compressor on, plus the corresponding cool-down duration. For example, a compressor with a 25% duty cycle will need 45 minutes of downtime out of every hour, meaning it can be active for 15 minutes. Likewise, a compressor with a 50% duty cycle will need 30 minutes off for every 30 minutes on.
So, what does the duty cycle mean on an air compressor? It all depends on the percentage figure. The possibilities can be broken down as follows:
1. 25% Duty Cycle
If an air compressor has a 25% duty cycle, it means the run time is one-fourth of the total cycle time. Therefore, if the compressor has a cycle time of 120 seconds, the run time would last for 30 seconds. During operations, the compressor would need one minute and 30 seconds of rest between every 30 seconds of pressurization activity.
An air compressor with a run time this low would mostly be suitable for small applications that require only intermittent air power, such as domestic, portable compressors used by independent craftspeople.
2. 30% Duty Cycle
If the specs of an air compressor specify a 30% duty-cycle rating, this would mean the run time is one-third of the total cycle time. Consequently, a compressor with a cycle time of 60 seconds would have a run time of 20 seconds. When applications are underway, the compressor would need to rest for 40 seconds between every 20 seconds of active use.
An air compressor with a 30% run time could be used in moderate applications where tools are used frequently but not continuously, such as in garages where motor parts need to be fastened and unfastened every few minutes.
Naturally, any compressor with a duty cycle rating lower than 100% can be considered intermittent. The vast majority of piston compressors fall into this category. Intermittent-duty compressors are more than adequate for most auto applications. Most applications can be performed with intermittent air power since you only use air in a relatively short burst. These include:
