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Sweetwater Rotary Vane Compressor, AQ3-2, 1/4 HP

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Sweetwater Rotary Vane Compressor, AQ3-2, 1/4 HP

he Pentair Aquatic Eco-Systems Sweetwater® motor-mounted, oilless vane compressors are compact, easy-to-service and excellent for moderate pressure, continuous-duty applications. They more than double the air output of reciprocating compressors with better longevity. Sacrificial oilless carbon vanes automatically adjust as they wear to maintain efficiency.

Thermal overload protection, air filter, inlet check valve and 8' power cord are included on single-phase units. Ten-psi models work to a water depth of 18 feet and 15-psi models work to 27 feet, depending on tubing diameter and distance.The only wearing parts are carbon vanes, which can be replaced in about 15 minutes using common tools. In continuous operation, vanes last 9–18 months, depending on pressure.

Sweetwater Rotary Vane Compressor, AQ3-2, 1/4 HP

he Pentair Aquatic Eco-Systems Sweetwater® motor-mounted, oilless vane compressors are compact, easy-to-service and excellent for moderate pressure, continuous-duty applications. They more than double the air output of reciprocating compressors with better longevity. Sacrificial oilless carbon vanes automatically adjust as they wear to maintain efficiency.

Thermal overload protection, air filter, inlet check valve and 8' power cord are included on single-phase units. Ten-psi models work to a water depth of 18 feet and 15-psi models work to 27 feet, depending on tubing diameter and distance.The only wearing parts are carbon vanes, which can be replaced in about 15 minutes using common tools. In continuous operation, vanes last 9–18 months, depending on pressure.

All Sweetwater® compressors are performance tested before shipping and covered by a one-year warranty (not including air filters, vanes, water or lightning damage). Although all models can be rewired in the field, it's best if you specify your voltage when ordering, so we can supply the correct power cord (all single-phase models will be wired 115V if not specified). Check valves are recommended where air tubing can fill with water when the compressor is off.

Three-phase models ship with vanes removed. Three-phase compressors do not have a power cord and must be wired by an electrician. Pentair AES highly recommends using protective devices with all 3-phase equipment. 

* Outlet size: 3/8" FTP

SPECIFICATIONS:

MODEL HP PHASE MAX PSI CFM @ 10 PSI 60 Hz Running Amps @ 10 PSI 60 Hz Voltage @ 60 Hz
AQ3-2 1/4 HP 1 10 3.6 5 115–230
AQ5 3/4 HP 1 15 6.8 10.2 115–230
AQ5-2 3/4 HP 1 15 6.8 8.2 115–230
AQ7 3/4 HP 1 10 8.8 10.7 115–230
AQ73 3/4 HP 3-PHASE 3 10 8.8 2.1 @ 230V 208–440
AQ9 1 HP 1 10 10.1 11.2 115–230
AQ93 1 HP 3-PHASE 3 10 10.1 2.2 @ 230V 208–440

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Product code: 5687
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1 year ago
1 year ago
The lifespan of the carbon vanes in a Sweetwater Rotary Vane Compressor, AQ3-2, 1/4 HP, when in continuous operation, can range from 9 to 18 months. However, this duration can vary based on the pressure the vane compressor is subjected to.
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The rotary vane compressor, specifically the AQ3-2 model, has a cubic feet per minute (CFM) rating of 3.6 at 10 PSI 60 Hz.
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Absolutely, all vane compressor models, including the Sweetwater Rotary Vane Compressor, AQ3-2, 1/4 HP, can be field-rewired. However, it would be more advantageous if you specify your voltage requirements when you place your order. This way, we can provide the appropriate power cord.
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The rotary vane air compressor from Sweetwater comes with a one-year warranty. However, this warranty does not extend to air filters, vanes, or damage caused by water or lightning.
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The vane compressor models with 15-psi can function effectively up to a water depth of 27 feet in the Sweetwater Rotary Vane Compressor, AQ3-2, 1/4 HP.
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Yes, the 10-psi rotary vane compressors, such as the Sweetwater Rotary Vane Compressor, AQ3-2, 1/4 HP, are designed to operate effectively up to a water depth of 18 feet.
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The rotary vane compressors, specifically the Sweetwater Rotary Vane Compressor, AQ3-2, 1/4 HP, has an outlet size of 3/8" FTP.
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For the Sweetwater Rotary Vane Compressor, specifically the AQ3-2 model with 1/4 HP, the voltage at 60 Hz is rated between 115-230. This specification is particularly essential for the efficient operation of this air compressor rotary vane.
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The vane compressor of the AQ3-2 model from Sweetwater Rotary operates with 5 running amps at 10 PSI 60 Hz.
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