Also searched as: 1000 litre air receiver | 1 000 L air receiver tank | compressed air storage tank 1000L
1 000 Litre • Vertical & Horizontal • 11 bar WP
| Capacity | 1000 litres |
|---|---|
| Orientation | Vertical & Horizontal |
| Working Pressure | 11 bar |
| Typical Dimensions | 900 mm Ø × 2 000 mm H (vertical typical) |
| Approx. Weight (empty) | ~220 kg (empty) |
| Connections | 1½" BSP inlet, 1½" BSP outlet |
| Suitable Compressor | 22–45 kW |
| Max FAD Supported | up to 8.0 m³/min |
| SANS Compliance | SANS 347 — pressure tested & certified |
| Availability | In Stock / Short Lead Time |
The 1 000 litre air receiver tank (1000 litre air receiver) is the standard choice for medium-sized manufacturing operations, packaging lines and multi-shift production environments. It pairs optimally with 22 kW to 45 kW rotary screw compressors — delivering substantial air storage to absorb demand spikes, maintain stable system pressure and reduce compressor energy consumption through reduced cycling.
At 1 000 litres, this receiver bridges the gap between small workshop storage and heavy industrial capacity. It is widely used in South African food and beverage plants, automotive component manufacturers, packaging operations and multi-tool fabrication shops where consistent air pressure is essential to product quality and process efficiency.
The 1 000 litre receiver is available in vertical and horizontal configurations. Horizontal models include saddle-mounted legs for floor installation and are preferred when vertical height is restricted or when the receiver needs to be integrated into a compact compressor skid layout.
All 1 000 litre receivers include a man-entry inspection port for periodic internal inspection — a requirement in many regulated industries. Units are supplied with pressure test certificate, SANS-compliant safety relief valve, pressure gauge, drain valve and all necessary inlet/outlet connections. Automatic condensate drains and isolation valves are available as upgrades.
Factory-set SANS-compliant pressure safety valve. Prevents over-pressurisation. Set to working pressure ± tolerance.
Glycerin-filled dial pressure gauge (100 mm or 150 mm depending on size). Digital transmitter available on request.
Manual full-bore drain valve for condensate removal. Automatic timed or zero-loss drain available as upgrade.
Pressure test certificate and SANS 347 compliance documentation supplied with every unit.
Internal shot-blasted and primed to minimise corrosion. Epoxy internal lining available on request.
1½" BSP inlet, 1½" BSP outlet standard. Additional nozzles for gauge, safety valve and drain included.
Man-entry or access inspection port standard on 1,000 litre and above. Required for in-service internal inspection.
External industrial enamel paint finish. Weatherproof external coating available for outdoor installations.
Structural steel feet for vertical orientation. Saddle legs for horizontal installation.
Manufacturing plants, packaging lines, food & beverage production, automotive OEM, large workshops, metal fabrication
Adequate storage volume means your compressor runs fewer start-stop cycles — reducing motor wear, starter contactor wear and heat stress on the air-end. Screw compressors running in load/unload mode benefit greatly from correct receiver sizing.
A receiver acts as a pressure buffer — absorbing demand spikes without immediate pressure drop. Critical for spray painting, pneumatic controls and precision tooling where pressure variation causes quality problems.
Short-term demand spikes (impact wrenches, multiple guns firing simultaneously, large valve actuations) can be met from the receiver without the compressor struggling to keep up — provided the receiver is correctly sized.
As a general guide: Receiver volume (litres) = FAD (L/min) × 6 to 10. The 1000 litre receiver is suited for compressors with FAD up to approximately up to 8.0 m³/min.
| Compressor Size | FAD (m³/min) | Recommended Receiver | This Receiver Suitable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7.5 kW | ~1.1 | 300–500 L | ➡️ Larger than needed |
| 15 kW | ~2.2 | 500 L | ✅ Yes |
| 22 kW | ~3.6 | 500–1 000 L | ✅ Yes |
| 37 kW | ~6.0 | 1 000 L | ✅ Ideal |
| 55 kW | ~9.5 | 2 000 L | ⚠️ Borderline |
| 75–90 kW | ~13–16 | 2 000–5 000 L | ⚠️ Too small |
| 110–160 kW | ~20–33 | 5 000 L+ | ⚠️ Too small |
If your application requires more storage capacity, consider our 2 000 litre air receiver →
Pair your air receiver with a Trycomp screw compressor, refrigeration dryer and filtration, or browse our full air receiver range.
A 1 000 litre receiver is ideal for 22–45 kW rotary screw compressors delivering 3.6–8.0 m³/min. It can also serve as a supplementary storage receiver in larger systems.
Yes — all 1 000 litre and larger receivers include a man-entry or access inspection port as standard.
Yes — with appropriate weatherproofing (additional external coating and UV protection). Outdoor installations should be protected from direct sunlight and covered. Contact us for outdoor specification options.
Yes — combined with proper filtration and a refrigeration dryer, a 1 000 litre receiver forms part of an ISO 8573-1 compliant food-grade compressed air system.
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