What's an Air Compressor Duty Cycle and Why Does It Matter?

Ever wonder how long your air compressor should run? It's called a duty cycle. But what does that mean?
A "duty cycle" describes the time it takes for a compressor to turn on, take in air and completely fill the air tank before shutting off again. Our expert explains how duty cycles work, how they are measured, and what to look for when looking for a compressor.
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Looking at a compressor on your website. Couldn't find the duty cycle listed anywhere. Why not?

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Very informative Video!

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