Air Receiver Tank

Looking to buy air receiver tank at a competitive price? Airo Shot Blast is an air receiver tank manufacturer, supplier, and exporter in Jodhpur, India, offering vertical and horizontal compressed air storage solutions for sandblasting, industrial plants, and workshop air systems. Our air receiver tanks provide a reserve of compressed air, help stabilize system pressure, manage short-term demand peaks, and support efficient compressor operation. Depending on the configuration, a wet air receiver can also help cool compressed air and separate moisture before it reaches the air dryer. Contact Airo Shot Blast for air receiver tank prices, capacity options, pressure ratings, technical specifications, and a customized quotation based on your compressor and application requirements.

What Is an Air Receiver Tank?

An air receiver tank (also called an air compressor tank, compressed air receiver, or compressed air storage tank) is a pressure vessel that sits in a compressed air system and stores air under pressure. It is a buffer: the compressor fills it, and the tools or machines draw from it. It comes in vertical and horizontal designs and in many sizes.

It does three main jobs:

• Stores air for short, high-demand periods.
• Gives the compressor steady pressure feedback, so controls work smoothly.
• When used as a wet tank, it acts as a secondary heat exchanger and condenses water before the dryer.

How Does an Air Receiver Tank Work?

• Air comes in: hot, wet compressed air from the compressor (or after-cooler) enters the tank.
• Air cools and settles: the large volume slows the air, so it cools and water and oil condense and collect at the bottom.
• Pressure stays steady: the stored air evens out sudden changes in demand.
• Air goes out: clean, steady air leaves through the outlet to the dryer, filters, or machines.
• Condensate is drained: a drain valve, manual or automatic, removes collected water.
• Compressor cycles less: because the tank holds a reserve, the compressor does not need to start and stop constantly.

Think of an air receiver as a battery for compressed air: it stores air instead of electrical energy.

Why Use an Air Receiver Tank?

• Handles peak demand: supplies bursts of air, for example, a sand blasting machine opening, a dust collector pulse, or a blow gun, without the compressor having to match it instantly.
• Reduces short cycling: frequent starts and stops stress the motor, starter, and controls. A receiver gives longer, steadier cycles.
• Steadier system pressure: less swing means more consistent tool performance.
• Allows a smaller compressor for jobs with brief peaks and a lower average demand.
• Improves air quality: a wet tank drops out water and oil before the dryer, so the dryer and filters work more efficiently.
• Lowers energy waste: fewer unloaded running hours and less over-compression.
• Backup reserve: air is available even when the compressor is not running.

Wet vs Dry Air Receiver Tank

Feature	Wet air receiver	Dry air receiver
Position in system	Before the air dryer	After the air dryer and filters
Air in the tank	Hot, wet air from the compressor	Dry, filtered, clean air
Main job	Cools air, condenses water and oil, protects the dryer	Stores ready-to-use dry air for peak demand
Compressor backpressure	None from filters, giving steadier control	Possible, depending on layout
Dryer load	Reduces dryer load	Prevents the dryer from being overloaded in peaks
Needs air to flow through it	Yes (inlet at the bottom, outlet at the top)	Not necessarily
Drain	Important (frequent)	Less often

  Many plants use both: a wet receiver after the compressor, and a dry receiver after the dryer to cover peak demand.

Vertical vs Horizontal Air Receiver Tank

Feature	Vertical	Horizontal
Floor space	Small footprint	Larger footprint
Height	Tall	Lower
Water collection	Easy, drains to the base	Needs a drain at the low point
Best for	Tight plant rooms	Low ceilings, large capacities
Installation	Stands on its own base	Mounted on saddles

How to Size an Air Receiver Tank

Receiver size depends on the compressor, control type, and how peaky your demand is. A common starting point is a few gallons per cfm of compressor output, but proper sizing uses the demand profile.

Key Features & Benefits of Air Receiver Tank

• Wet and dry versions: Choose the right type for your position in the system.
• Vertical or horizontal designs.
• Wide size range: 550-1,300 mm inside diameter, in many capacities.
• Steady pressure: Less swing and better tool performance.
• Less compressor cycling: Longer motor and starter life.
• Peak-demand buffer: Ideal for sand blasting machines and pulse dust collectors.
• Condensate removal: A wet tank cools air and separates water and oil.
• Safety fittings: Safety valve, pressure gauge, and drain.
• Custom sizes and ports, made to order.
• Spares and support from the manufacturer.

How to Choose the Right Air Receiver Tank

• Compressor size and control type: ask us to size the tank using the formula above.
• Peak demand: how large and how long are your bursts?
• Working pressure: choose the pressure rating (and state the unit).
• Wet or dry: position in the system relative to the dryer.
• Vertical or horizontal: space and ceiling height.
• Material and finish: carbon steel with paint, or galvanised for outdoor use.
• Fittings and drains: safety valve, gauge, automatic drain, manhole or inspection port.
• Approvals and documents: design code, hydro-test certificate and statutory approval.
• Delivery and installation: weight and handling.

Why Buy an Air Receiver Tank from Airo Shot Blast Equipments?

• Direct manufacturer, supplier and exporter in Jodhpur, Rajasthan
• ISO certified, GST-verified, 18 years' experience
• Wet and dry, vertical and horizontal designs made to order
• Built for blasting duty: we understand abrasive blasting machine, sandblasting, shot blasting, and thermal spray air demand
• Spares and technical support
• Pan-India and export shipping by air, sea, and land, with export documents handled in-house
• Payment: 100% T/T, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS
• One supplier for compressors, receivers, and blasting equipment: air compressor, abrasive blasting machine, grit blasting machine, and sand blasting machine

Air Receiver Tank Manufacturers in India

Airo Shot Blast is a manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of air receiver tanks in India, offering reliable compressed-air storage solutions at competitive prices. We provide air receiver tanks in different capacities and configurations to suit sand blasting, shot blasting, and other industrial compressed-air applications. Our product range also includes sand blasting machines, shot blasting machines, grit blasting machines, sand blasting rooms, thermal spray guns, abrasive media, and sand blasting machine spare parts. With solutions for industrial surface preparation and coating applications, we help customers select equipment according to their operational requirements and budget.