3 000 Litre • Horizontal • 11 bar WP
| Capacity | 3000 litres |
|---|---|
| Orientation | Horizontal |
| Working Pressure | 11 bar |
| Typical Dimensions | 1 400 mm Ø × 2 100 mm L (horizontal typical) |
| Approx. Weight (empty) | ~620 kg (empty) |
| Connections | 2½" BSP inlet, 2½" BSP outlet |
| Suitable Compressor | 75–110 kW |
| Max FAD Supported | up to 20.0 m³/min |
| SANS Compliance | SANS 347 — pressure tested & certified |
| Availability | In Stock / Short Lead Time |
The 3 000 litre air receiver tank (3000 litre air receiver) is specified for heavy industrial operations with high and variable compressed air demand — including mining support installations, large automotive plants, steel processing, chemical plants and large food manufacturing facilities. It pairs with 75 kW to 110 kW rotary screw compressors and is commonly used as the main header vessel in multi-compressor compressed air stations.
A 3 000 litre receiver provides substantial system inertia — meaning your compressed air system can absorb large demand spikes without pressure drop, allowing compressors to operate in their most efficient load range. In VSD compressor systems, correct receiver sizing is especially important: too small a receiver causes hunting and rapid pressure cycling; adequate volume gives the VSD drive room to modulate smoothly.
The 3 000 litre unit is supplied horizontal with heavy-gauge saddle legs designed for concrete pad or structural steel mounting. All weld seams are radiographically tested on request. Standard supply includes SANS 347 pressure test documentation, full-size safety relief valve, 150 mm dial gauge, full-bore drain valve and 2½" BSP connections. Man-entry inspection port and internal ladder available on request for units requiring in-service internal inspection.
This size is also commonly used as a buffer vessel in nitrogen generation systems, breathing air systems and instrument air systems at mining and processing facilities. Contact us to discuss your specific application.
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.
2½" BSP inlet, 2½" BSP outlet standard. Additional nozzles for gauge, safety valve and drain included.
Man-entry or access inspection port standard on 3,000 litre and above. Required for in-service internal inspection.
External industrial enamel paint finish. Weatherproof external coating available for outdoor installations.
Heavy-duty saddle-mounted structural steel legs. Designed for concrete pad mounting.
Heavy manufacturing, mining, large automotive plants, steel processing, cement, chemical plants, large cold chain facilities
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 3000 litre receiver is suited for compressors with FAD up to approximately up to 20.0 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 | ➡️ Larger than needed |
| 22 kW | ~3.6 | 500–1 000 L | ➡️ Larger than needed |
| 37 kW | ~6.0 | 1 000 L | ✅ Yes |
| 55 kW | ~9.5 | 2 000 L | ✅ Yes |
| 75–90 kW | ~13–16 | 2 000–5 000 L | ✅ Yes |
| 110–160 kW | ~20–33 | 5 000 L+ | ⚠️ Borderline |
If your application requires more storage capacity, consider our 5 000 litre air receiver →
Pair your air receiver with a Trycomp screw compressor, refrigeration dryer and filtration, or browse our full air receiver range.
A 3 000 litre receiver is ideal for 75–110 kW screw compressors. It is also used as a system header vessel in multi-compressor installations.
Yes — pressure vessels at this size are used for nitrogen buffer, instrument air and breathing air applications. Specify the application when ordering for appropriate material certification.
Stainless steel construction is available on special order for food-grade or corrosive environment applications. Contact us with your specification.
A reinforced concrete pad designed for the operating weight (vessel weight + maximum fluid/air load) is recommended. We can provide weight and footprint dimensions for your structural engineer.
Contact us for current pricing including delivery to site. Nationwide supply available.
