Air Compressors → Booster Compressors
JBS Makina booster compressors raise the pressure of air supplied by an existing compressed-air line to meet the requirements of industrial production and specialized processes.
Booster Compressors
Model: 18-D
The JBS OBS 18 D screw booster compressor increases existing compressed air from 7–12 bar to 30 bar, providing a stable and continuous air supply for production processes. Its 18.5 kW/25 HP motor, 3.78–5.58 m³/min capacity and 1:1 direct-coupled drive ensure efficient operation. It is designed for PET bottle blowing, laser cutting, metalworking and high-pressure pneumatic applications.
Category Guide
Booster compressors are professional systems that increase the pressure of compressed air supplied by a primary compressor.
They do not replace standard compressors that draw air directly from the atmosphere. They are added to an existing compressed-air system to supply production points requiring higher pressure.
They can be used for PET bottle blowing, laser cutting, metal processing, test systems, and high-pressure pneumatic applications.
| Model | Inlet pressure | Outlet pressure | Air capacity | Motor | Recommended use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBS 18-D Screw Booster Compressor | 7–12 bar | 30 bar | 3.78–5.58 m³/min | 18.5 kW / 25 HP | Industrial applications requiring continuous medium-pressure air |
The air capacity of the OBS 18-D varies according to inlet pressure:
The inlet pressure, required outlet pressure, and current technical specifications should be confirmed before ordering.
A booster compressor receives compressed air produced by the primary compressor and raises it to a higher pressure through an additional compression stage.
The primary compressor must provide sufficient air capacity for stable operation. Insufficient inlet pressure or flow rate can reduce booster performance.
Air receivers, dryers, filters, safety valves, piping, and connections must be suitable for the system’s maximum pressure.
Booster compressors can be used in:
Every application has different pressure, flow-rate, and air-quality requirements. The system should therefore be designed according to the intended process.
Booster compressors increase pressure only in the section of the facility where it is required. This can reduce the need to operate the entire compressed-air network at high pressure.
Their integration into an existing compressor system allows high pressure to be supplied for specialized processes without replacing the complete air infrastructure.
The following factors should be evaluated before purchasing:
The model should not be selected according to motor power or maximum pressure alone. Inlet pressure, flow rate, air temperature, air quality, and operating time should be evaluated together.
Booster compressor prices vary according to inlet and outlet pressures, air capacity, motor power, control system, dryer, filters, air receiver, and installation scope.
Share the capacity of your existing compressor, inlet pressure, target pressure, and daily air consumption with JBS Makina to receive a technical assessment and current quotation for the appropriate system.
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The selection of a booster compressor should not be based solely on the maximum outlet pressure. The inlet pressure and air flow provided by the existing compressor directly affect the performance of the booster system.
Before purchasing, the following features should be checked:
The OBS 18 D can increase air with an inlet pressure of 7–12 bar up to 30 bar. Since the air capacity it can provide varies depending on the inlet pressure, the main compressor must be able to supply sufficient flow continuously.
Booster compressors do not replace standard compressors that generate air directly from the atmosphere. They operate by integrating into an existing compressed air system. Therefore, the compressor, tank, dryer, filter, and piping system must be designed together as a complete system.
It generally receives air from an existing compressed-air source and increases the inlet pressure.
The inlet pressure, target outlet pressure, required air flow rate, and operating duration should be known.
Depending on the required air quality, drying may be needed before or after the booster compressor.
Provide the inlet and target pressure values to receive a system assessment for the appropriate booster compressor.
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