Northern Star Air Compressor

Northern Star Air Compressor FAQ

Who makes north star air compressors?

In 1991, we launched a manufacturing business that builds bigger, tougher products under the NorthStar® brand, including log splitters, generators, pressure washers, air compressors and sprayers. In 1998, we changed the company's name to Northern Tool + Equipment to better reflect our product offering. Northern Tool remains the Kotula's family business, headed by Don's sons Wade and Ryan.

What are the parts of an air compressor?

Air compressor parts are also similar to a small gas engine. They consist of a piston, connecting rod, crankshaft, cylinder, and valve head. The air is compressed in the following manner: The valve head at the top of the compressor tank draws air in by the downward movement of the piston in the cylinder.

What is synthetic air compressor?

Synthetic compressor oil lubricates an air compressor's internal mechanical motor parts to prevent friction and overheating. The air compressor itself pressurizes incoming air for powering air tools, such as drills and staple guns.

What is an air compressor aftercooler?

Aftercoolers are heat exchangers for cooling the discharge from a air compressor. They use either air or water and are an effective means of removing moisture from compressed air. Aftercoolers reduce the amount of water vapor in a compressed air system by condensing the water vapor into liquid form.