
KAC-40A Air-Cooled Compressor
40HP air-cooled compressor with enhanced heat dissipation for hot environments
Product Details
Built for Hot Environments
The KAC-40A is purpose-engineered for installations where ambient temperatures regularly exceed 35 °C and where no cooling water supply is available. Its oversized axial fan and enlarged radiator core reject heat faster than conventional air-cooled designs, ensuring stable operation even in desert climates and unventilated compressor rooms.

The KAC-40A is purpose-engineered for installations where ambient temperatures regularly exceed 35 °C and where no cooling water supply is available. Its oversized axial fan and enlarged radiator core reject heat faster than conventional air-cooled designs, ensuring stable operation even in desert climates and unventilated compressor rooms.
Advantage 1 — Zero Water Dependency
- No cooling tower, no water piping, no water treatment chemicals
- Eliminates risk of scale buildup and tube corrosion
- Ideal for remote sites, containerized installations, and water-scarce regions
- Reduces total cost of ownership by removing water infrastructure maintenance
Advantage 2 — Enhanced Heat Dissipation
- 50% larger aluminum-fin radiator versus standard air-cooled models
- Variable-speed axial fan adapts airflow to ambient temperature
- Designed for continuous operation at ambient temperatures up to 50 °C
- Separate oil cooler circuit prevents thermal degradation of lubricant
- 50% larger aluminum-fin radiator versus standard air-cooled models
- Variable-speed axial fan adapts airflow to ambient temperature
- Designed for continuous operation at ambient temperatures up to 50 °C
- Separate oil cooler circuit prevents thermal degradation of lubricant

Advantage 3 — Simplified Installation
- Roll-on, roll-off setup: position, connect air line, power on
- No drainage or water treatment permits required
- Compact footprint fits standard doorways for easy relocation
- Single electrical connection point — no separate dryer wiring
Advantage 4 — Low Maintenance Burden
- Fan blades are dust-resistant coated for extended cleaning intervals
- Radiator fins accessible from the front panel for quick blow-down
- Standard service intervals: 500 / 2,000 / 4,000 / 8,000 hours
- Consumables compatible with widely available aftermarket filters
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power | 30 kW (40 HP) |
| Pressure Range | 8 – 13 bar |
| Free Air Delivery | 4.0 – 5.0 m³/min |
| Cooling Method | Air-cooled (enhanced) |
| Max Ambient Temp | 50 °C |
| Fan Type | Variable-speed axial |
| Noise Level | 72 dB(A) |
| Weight | 680 kg |
The KAC-40A is trusted across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and sub-Saharan Africa for mission-critical compressed air supply in extreme heat. Contact Guangzhou Qixiang Industry Co., Ltd. for climate-specific configuration advice.
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