20 CFM Air Compressors and Equipment

Understanding CFM and the flow of compressed air is crucial. CFM represents the volume of air that the pump can compress in one minute. A high CFM rating indicates a compressor’s ability to provide more air, making it ideal for more extensive operations. Knowing your system’s output and how the air is used can identify potential issues and optimize your air compressor’s performance.

If you don’t have a pre-existing system and want to make one, we can help you determine your expected CFM requirements. All this involves is taking inventory of your equipment, or expected equipment, and noting how much air is required for them to operate correctly. Most hand-held tools need between 30 and 40 CFM, while more industrial equipment needs 90 to 100 CFM to operate correctly. Once you have taken note of everything that needs compressed air, you should figure out what CFM is required for operation.

20 CFM will be on our products’ low end of the CFM range, with most compressors yielding more compressed air. However, most units you click on will have options well beyond 20 CFM Air Compressors.

Air Compressors Rated For 20 CFM

When selecting an air compressor, you want to ensure you get the most for your money while not cutting corners. Although this is easier said than done, you want to ensure that all boxes are checked for your compressor, not just your CFM requirements. 

A few variables must line up when you are sizing or picking out your air compressor. These variables include but are not limited to:

• CFM/Airflow
• Pressure (PSI)
• Horsepower
• Power/Voltage
• Available Space
• Air Quality

The list of factors that need to be lined up in your compressed air system can go on and on because healthy systems are uniform across the board. It is more important to take the time to get your compressor than trying to find the first machine you can. You spend a lot of money on a paperweight if you don’t take the time to size your compressor because it won’t be able to make compressed air for your production.

Trying to save some money by getting a cheaper compressor will only cause you more frustration and money lost in the long run. The right tool for the right job will be the most affordable choice. Getting the wrong equipment can lead to rushed repairs, extended downtime, and even ruin your final product. Inaccurately sizing your compressor means your equipment won’t be able to handle the moisture in best-case scenarios, and in worst-case scenarios, your system won’t even create air.

Getting Your Own 20 CFM Air Compressor

When selecting your air compressor, CFM, PSI, and available space are the essential variables when sizing it, but they are not all of the critical details. 

A few more things to consider when sizing your air compressor are:

• Type of Compressor
• Technology
• Power
• Utilization
• Storage
• Noise
• Industry Air Standards

These factors are less important than the three significant variables, but that is a marginal difference as they can still throw off your entire system. Differences in technology, noise levels, and storage can be the difference between a peaceful operation or a money pit that drains your funds and delivers low-quality air. 

Identifying the type of equipment you need can be complicated due to the many variables involved. If you need help figuring out what air compressor you need, check out some of our resources for selecting an air compressor. You will thank yourself if you take the time now to square away all the details rather than dealing with the problems of getting the wrong equipment. 

Selecting an Air Compressor is crucial to your system, so you must ensure you have the right one. Take your time with this process; I cannot stress this enough: take your time to find the 20 CFM Air Compressor you need for your system. Double and triple-check that all variables align correctly with your new compressor and your current system (or your future system).