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Compressed Air Leak Cost Calculator

Estimate annual energy cost for an entered total leakage flow.

Project inputs

Change the assumptions to explore an early planning scenario.

Planning result

Enter your assumptions

  • Leak-related compressor power
  • Annual leak energy
  • Annual leak energy cost
  • Simple first-year net opportunity

How to use this result

Use a measured leak survey or defensible estimate rather than guessing from sound alone.

Simplified relationship

Actual compressor response depends on controls, pressure and system operation.

Safety

Leak repair requires safe isolation, lockout and qualified procedures.

Important: Costs, codes, permits, inspection duties, accessibility rules, environmental requirements and insurance conditions vary by country, province or state, municipality, building use, equipment type, installation date and project scope. Qualified local professionals and the authority having jurisdiction must determine what applies. Compressed air stores substantial energy. Pressure vessels, piping, hoses, electrical equipment, hot surfaces, noise, condensate, moving machinery and inappropriate cleaning practices can cause serious injury or property damage. The site does not select compressor capacity, pressure, receiver volume, relief devices, piping materials, breathing-air treatment, lockout procedures or inspection requirements. Use qualified professionals, equipment manuals and the rules that apply at the facility.