Air compressor tools that communicate with an air compressor
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1. An air compressor, comprising:
- a receiver for receiving operating information from an air compressor tool, the air compressor tool being connected to the air compressor; and
a controller for setting operation of the air compressor in accordance with the information.
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Abstract
An air compressor utilizing an electronic control system. A pneumatically controlled regulator is provided for controlling output pressure for an air compressor. Digital gauges are provided on the air compressor to replace conventional mechanical gauges. A variable speed motor is used, which in turn varies the speed of the pump. Tools are provided for an air compressor that are capable of transmitting a signal to the air compressor indicating a desired pressure and/or motor speed at which the air compressor is to operate.
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25 Claims
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1. An air compressor, comprising:
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a receiver for receiving operating information from an air compressor tool, the air compressor tool being connected to the air compressor; and
a controller for setting operation of the air compressor in accordance with the information. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)
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11. A pneumatic hose, comprising:
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at least one signal carrying wire extending along a length of the hose; and
a coupler at each end of the hose, each coupler comprising;
a contact electrically connected to said at least one signal carrying wire; and
a receiver for fitting onto a port of an air compressor or an air compressor tool. - View Dependent Claims (12)
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13. An air compressor tool, comprising:
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a device for generating operating information for an air compressor; and
a transmitter enabling the information to be accessed by an air compressor. - View Dependent Claims (14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25)
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