This air compressor piston rings set is a 3 piece replacement kit for compressor and air pump cylinders, made to keep the seal between the piston and the cylinder wall. The kit holds 2 balance rings and 1 seal ring, and it is sold in 5 sizes to suit cylinder diameters of 42mm, 47mm, 48mm, 51mm, 52mm and 65mm.
Features and benefits:
- 3 rings per kit, 2 balance rings plus 1 seal ring - a full set to replace worn or damaged rings on the pump piston in one go
- Six cylinder diameters covered, 42mm, 47mm, 48mm, 51mm, 52mm and 65mm - match the ring size to your bore before ordering
- Standard inner and outer diameters - made to be fitted and removed without fuss
- Surface free of casting defects such as cracks, pores and looseness - intended to give a tight fit on the piston
- Gas ring and oil ring sizes published for every option - check thickness and diameter against your old rings
- Replace when axial clearance is greater than 0.13mm - a clear wear limit to work to during pump servicing
Applications:
- Rebuilding the pump of a piston air compressor
- Restoring compression on a tired workshop or garage compressor
- Servicing small air pumps and pneumatic equipment
- Spares stock for maintenance engineers
In the box:
3 x air compressor piston ring in the size you select (2 balance rings and 1 seal ring).
Note: Choose the option that matches your cylinder diameter. Isolate the compressor from power and release all tank pressure before opening the pump. Measurements may vary slightly from the stated figures, so check your old rings before ordering.
Item type: Air compressor piston ring set. Quantity: 3 rings per kit. Kit contents: 2 balance rings and 1 seal ring. Applicable cylinder diameters: 42mm, 47mm, 48mm, 51mm, 52mm and 65mm. Size options: 42mm, 47mm, 48mm, 51mm and 65mm. Replace when: Axial clearance is greater than 0.13mm. 42mm kit, gas ring: 2mm thick, 44mm outer. 42mm kit, oil ring: 3mm thick, 40mm diameter. 47mm kit, gas ring: 1.5mm thick, 49.5mm outer. 47mm kit, oil ring: 3mm thick, 45mm diameter. 48mm kit, gas ring: 2mm thick, 50.6mm outer. 48mm kit, oil ring: 3mm thick, 46mm diameter. 51mm kit, gas ring: 2.5mm thick, 53.5mm outer. 51mm kit, oil ring: 4mm thick, 49mm diameter. 65mm kit, gas ring: 2.5mm thick, listed as 68cm outer on the supplier chart. 65mm kit, oil ring: 4mm thick, listed as 63cm diameter on the supplier chart. Component type: Piston rings, seals. Compatible with: Air compressors and air pumps. Fitting: Standard inner and outer diameters for fitting and removal. Surface: No casting defects such as cracks, pores or looseness (supplier statement). 52mm cylinder note: Covered by the listing, gas ring 3mm thick, 55mm outer, oil ring 3mm thick, 49mm diameter. Package contents: 3 x air compressor piston ring. Measurement note: Slight manual measurement deviation is allowed for. Q: What do piston rings do in an air compressor? A: They keep the seal between the piston and the cylinder wall so the pump can build pressure. This kit gives you 2 balance rings and 1 seal ring as replacements.. Q: When should air compressor piston rings be replaced? A: The supplier gives a wear limit: replace them when the axial clearance is greater than 0.13mm. Measure the clearance during a pump strip down.. Q: How do I know which piston ring size to choose? A: Pick the option that matches your cylinder diameter. Sizes on offer are 42mm, 47mm, 48mm, 51mm and 65mm, and the ring dimensions for each are listed in the specifications.. Q: How many rings come in one set? A: Each set holds 3 piston rings, made up of 2 balance rings and 1 seal ring.. Q: Can these rings be used to rebuild an air compressor pump? A: Yes, they are replacement rings for the pump piston, suited to air compressors and air pumps with a matching cylinder diameter..