Komori K540 Air requirement question

[Giovanni673]

Hi,
Do anyone know off hand what CFM air compressor is needed.
We're looking into a 5 unit K40 press, but I would like to know what kind of air it needs.
Thank you for your reply.
Giovanni

 

[FSA]

Most Komori I have worked on need "6 bar" of air or about 125 psi. Make sure you have a evaporator on the line to reduce moisture in the air, or you will have issues down the road with water in the air cylinders that control the form rollers.

FSA

 

[Giovanni673]

Thanks for the reply.
What CFM rating should I be looking at with a new air compressor?

 

[presselectronics]

6 bar is about 87 psi at sea level. . . The cfm needed by your press depends on the press and condition. Most people plan on a max of 14 cfm at a min of 95 psi. A good double stage 5HP compressor is usually rated for 15-25 cfm @ 125-175psi.