Tank Air

How big of an air tank would be needed to put out 800 psi?

What size air tank would I need, no matter how riduclously huge, in order to put out 800 psi with room for reserve air space. Even if the tank were HUGE I still want to know. PLEASE HELP thanks!

Since pressure and volume go hand in hand, how much air at 800psig are you looking for?
Ideal gas law: PV=nrT

Standard 115v 20 gallon compressors deliver about 120psig. Some 220v 30+ gallon compressors go up to 200psig. To get to 800psig even at low CFM volumes would require a decent high pressure compressor pump.

Volume is negligible, like the others have already stated. A SCUBA tank is your best bet. You dont need a compressor, get them filled, they have 2200 to 3000 psig!

Are you making a spud gun?

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