[Shop-talk] Compressor Leak & Repair

[old dirtbeard]

Gill,

It does not take much to fix it. Just a sheet metal screw (might want to frill the hole to size) with a dollop of gasket sealer ought to keep it sealed for a very long time. 

Best,

Doug (mobile)

-----Original Message-----
From: Gil Fuqua <Gil.Fuqua at cci-ir.com>
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Date: Thu, 3 Oct 2013 14:33:36 
To: Shop Talk<shop-talk at autox.team.net>
Subject: [Shop-talk] Compressor Leak & Repair

I have a 5hp industrial compressor with an 80 gallon tank that developed a
pinhole leak on the bottom (horizontal leak).  The tank has an automatic drain
that cycles each time the compressor comes on; however, I don't use it much
and residual moisture has probably rusted through on the bottom.

I thought about welding a plate across the entire bottom since I suspect other
leaks will appear over time. I would like to keep it if possible since the
compressor is still good.

Anyone have any success in repairing a compressor tank?

Gil
Nashville
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