A gas storage tank is a specialized device used for storing gases, also serving the purpose of stabilizing system pressure. It can be categorized into high-pressure, low-pressure, and atmospheric pressure storage tanks based on the pressure they can withstand. Additionally, they can be classified by material, such as carbon steel, low-alloy steel, and stainless steel storage tanks. A gas storage tank (pressure vessel) typically consists of components like the cylinder, end caps, flanges, connecting pipes, sealing elements, and supports. Furthermore, it is equipped with safety devices, meters, and internal parts designed for various production processes.

Air compressors are one of the crucial large fixed power equipment in coal mines, widely used both underground and on the surface, primarily to supply air hammers, air drills, and rock drills for mining operations. The air storage tank is a配套设备 for the air compressor, installed outdoors, where air enters the compressor, is pressurized, and then sent to the storage tank. From there, it is distributed through pipelines to various points of use. The main function of the storage tank in the air compression system is to ensure a stable supply of air. The compressed air in the storage tank settles and collects water, regulating the air pressure fluctuations caused by不平衡in air consumption, enhancing the pressure stability of the equipment, or storing a portion of the compressed air for emergency use in the event of a compressor failure, to provide immediate treatment for pneumatic equipment or pneumatic control systems.