How often should the compressor air valves be cleaned?
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How does RT determine that it’s time to clean?
It depends on the quality of your medium
When you notice a drop in flow, it’s time to check the air valve. It generally manifests as a decrease in the primary outlet pressure, with the inlet and outlet valves of the first two stages being the most prone to clogging. Of course, that doesn’t mean there won’t be congestion later on; the specific replacement time, as mentioned above, depends on the cleanliness of your medium.
If there are high-carbon molecules in the medium, carbon buildup is more likely to occur, so it is necessary to clean it frequently.