Original: Reciprocating Compressor Basics Adam Davis , Noria Corporation , Machinery Lubrication , July 2005 Small reciprocating compressors from 5 to 30 horsepower ( hp ) are commonly seen in automotive applications and are typically for intermittent duty .
Simplified: Small reciprocating compressors from 5 to 30 horsepower ( hp ) are commonly seen in automotive applications and are typically for intermittent duty .