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  1. Thaddeusw

    Natural gas compression using oilless air compressor

    sms, I don't mean to be rude but I wanted actual in depth information on why it is a good/bad idea. You offered no relevant information to the topic whatsoever. Sorry to be so blunt but everyone else was of great help and really gave me a clear picture of what I was up against. Thank you all!
  2. Thaddeusw

    Natural gas compression using oilless air compressor

    "1) The answer is no! An air compressor is designed to compress AIR, not natural gas. You cannot safely use an air compressor in natural gas service 2)If the price of an actual gas compressor is much higher than an air compress, what might that tell you?" 1) A piston compressor is a piston...
  3. Thaddeusw

    Natural gas compression using oilless air compressor

    Thanks for the information guys. I love a good challenge but if it poses any danger I might just skip this one. The main reason for using natural gas is because it offers a good clean cut. I also dont have to worry about gas cylinder storage or rental. I could use propane but again it defeats my...
  4. Thaddeusw

    Natural gas compression using oilless air compressor

    Hello, First time poster so go easy on me ;-). I was wondering if an oilless air compressor can be safely used to compress natural gas to around 60-100 PSI. My reason for doing so is I would like to use the very low pressure utility gas (.5 PSI)at my shop to run a cutting/welding torch. GTEC...

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