
Why Does Air Hose Size Affect My Compressor Airflow? | …
For example, a 100 foot, 1” hose delivering 100 CFM at 90 psi will result in a 3.35 psi pressure drop. If that same hose is tripled to 300 feet, the pressure drop is 10.1 psi, which means the air is now pressurized to only 80 psi. As a result, your compressor is working harder and using more power than it should to keep up with your air