Northern Tools Air Compressor Parts

Northern Tools Air Compressor Parts FAQ

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.

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 air compressor tools?

air compressor. a mechanical device that compresses air for storage and is used in handpieces and other air-driven medical and dental tools. A machine that compresses air into storage tanks for use in air syringes, air turbine handpieces, and other air-driven tools.