An Air Inlet Valve Piston resides within the air inlet valve housing, located on the compressor's intake manifold. It's a machined part that slides within the housing, sealing the intake passage when closed. The piston is actuated by system pressure and spring mechanisms, allowing air intake only when pressure falls below a specific threshold.Attributes:• Provides a tight seal to prevent air leakage from the intake system• Quickly opens and closes based on system pressure changesApplications: An Air Inlet Valve Piston controls airflow into the compressor air end assembly by opening and closing in response to system pressure. It regulates the volume of air entering the compressor, affecting its efficiency and output pressure.