This air compressor pressure relief valve manifold combines an automatic air pressure switch, two pressure gauges, a red safety valve and a ball valve switch on an aluminium alloy bracket. It starts and stops the compressor across a switching range of 0.5 to 0.8MPa (90 to 120PSI), and the safety valve on the right gives pressure relief if the system goes over range. It is rated 220V (230V on the gauge artwork) with a maximum current of 20A.
Features and benefits:
- Automatic pressure switch, normally closed - cuts the compressor in and out on its set pressure range instead of running it by hand
- Safety valve with a pin ring - the red valve on the right vents air if pressure climbs past the working range
- Ball valve switch with a red knob - a manual exhaust at the manifold for releasing air when needed
- Two gauges with plastic cases, 42mm diameter - scales in kg/cm2 up to 12, PSI up to 180 and KPa/BAR
- Aluminium alloy bracket - one rigid mount that holds the switch, gauges and valves together
- Several port sizes on the manifold: 20mm bracket joint, 12mm, 10mm and about 9.5mm outer pressure relief port, plus a 6mm exhaust pipe
- Rated at up to 20A, with a working pressure of 5 to 8kg (90 to 120PSI)
Applications:
- Replacing a worn or failed pressure switch on a workshop air compressor
- Building a compressor control and relief manifold on a tank
- Maintenance and repair of small compressor units
- Teaching and demonstration of compressor control components
In the box:
- 2 x pressure gauges (plastic cover)
- 1 x automatic air pressure switch
- 1 x safety valve
- 1 x ball valve switch
- 1 x bracket
Note: Always depressurise the tank and isolate the compressor from the mains before fitting or removing this manifold. Wiring should be done by a competent person. The listing is inconsistent on pressure adjustment: it describes an adjustable relief regulator but also says the pressure is not adjustable, so check that the 90 to 120PSI range suits your compressor before ordering. Sizes are approximate, with 0.5 to 2cm of variation from manual measurement.
Gauge case: Plastic. Product type: Pressure switch manifold with safety valve and gauges. Model number: PTAL0301. Rated voltage: 220V (230V shown on gauge artwork). Maximum current: 20A. Working pressure: 5 to 8kg (90 to 120PSI). Switching pressure range: 0.5 to 0.8MPa (5 to 8BAR, 90 to 120PSI). Switch method: Normally closed. Pressure adjustment: Listing is inconsistent: describes an adjustable relief regulator and also states not adjustable. Bracket material: Aluminium alloy. Bracket joint size: About 20mm. Outer pressure relief port: About 9.5mm. Exhaust pipe: About 6mm. Manifold ports: 12mm, 10mm and 20mm. Dimensions (listing): 180 x 105 x 115mm. Manifold overall length: 135mm. Manifold assembly size: 15.7cm long, 8cm high. Pressure switch size: 12.7cm long, 8cm wide. Gauge diameter: 42mm. Gauge screw diameter: 10mm. Gauge scales: kg/cm2 (max 12), PSI (max 180), KPa/BAR. Materials: Aluminium and plastic. Safety valve: Red, with safety pin ring. Ball valve switch: Adjustable, red knob. Package contents: 2 gauges, pressure switch, safety valve, ball valve switch, bracket. Colour: As shown. Q: What does a compressor pressure switch do? A: It closes and opens its contacts at set pressures so the compressor starts when tank pressure falls and stops when it reaches the upper limit. This one switches across 0.5 to 0.8MPa (90 to 120PSI).. Q: Where is the safety relief valve on this manifold? A: The red safety valve is on the right side of the manifold and has a pin ring. It is there to vent air if pressure rises past the working range.. Q: What is the ball valve switch for? A: The ball valve with the red knob is a manual exhaust fitted at the manifold. You open it to release air when the system is in use or being drained down.. Q: What pressure do the gauges read? A: The two 42mm gauges carry scales in kg/cm2 up to 12, PSI up to 180 and KPa/BAR. The switch itself works in the 90 to 120PSI range.. Q: What voltage and current is it rated for? A: The listing gives 220V and a maximum current of 20A, with 230V printed on the gauge artwork. Check it against your compressor motor before wiring..