Unloading mechanisms for air compressors

摘要

A pressure gas generating system including the compressor which is switched to a no-load condition when a predetermined pressure level is reached. The system employs either a regulator or a governor to allow the free exchange of gas between the suction chamber and the compression chamber to prevent the development of high temperatures. In the pressure regulator control system, the opening of the discharge valve is enlarged and is vented into the atmosphere by the pressure regulator so that the compressor continues to operate with reduced drive power and generates less heat during the no-load condition. In the pressure control system, the pressure discharge valve as well as the suction valve are opened during the no-load condition.