Air Generation & Distribution Quiz

What is the main function of air generation and distribution?

• To provide the system with compressed air

• To reduce the volume of the air

• To cool the air

• To increase the pressure of the air

What is the purpose of an air compressor?

• To convert mechanical energy into compressed air

• To generate electricity

• To cool the air

• To filter the air

What is the recommended operating pressure range for an air compressor?

• 1000 - 1200 kPa

• 800 - 1000 kPa

• 200 - 300 kPa

• 500 - 600 kPa

Which type of compressor is commonly used in industries?

• Dynamic compressor

• Reciprocating compressor

• Centrifugal compressor

• Axial compressor

What is the function of an air receiver (air tank)?

• To store and stabilize the compressed air

• To increase the pressure of the air

• To cool the air

• To remove contaminants from the air

What is the purpose of an air dryer in a pneumatic system?

• To increase the temperature of the air

• To reduce the moisture content in the air

• To increase the pressure of the air

• To filter the air

What is the most common type of air dryer used today?

• Desiccant dryer

• Absorption dryer

• Refrigeration dryer

• Adsorption dryer

What is the function of an air filter in a pneumatic system?

• To cool the air

• To increase the pressure of the air

• To prevent entrance of solid contaminants

• To reduce the volume of the air

What is the purpose of an air regulator in a pneumatic system?

• To cool the air

• To store compressed air

• To increase the temperature of the air

• To maintain constant working pressure

What is the function of an air lubricator in a pneumatic system?

• To filter the air

• To increase the pressure of the air

• To provide lubrication to mating components

• To reduce the volume of the air