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Topic: Air Compressor
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65_302
Gearhead Posts: 265
From: Bixby, OK
Registered: Jul 2001
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posted 04-23-2003 03:58 PM
   
What size and make would be "ok" for general use around the garage. Money is a limiting factor. Something in the $150 - $200 range.
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Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 27499
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 04-23-2003 11:54 PM
Go to Sam's club and get the 1.5 HP, 20 gallon blue tank unit. I belive it is a Sanborn.
We use that one for the tack and it's great.
AQbout $140 or so at Sams.------------------
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65_302
Gearhead Posts: 265
From: Bixby, OK
Registered: Jul 2001
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posted 04-24-2003 08:27 AM
Cool. Thanks Alex.
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Scott (69Mach)
Gearhead Posts: 796
From: Walnut Creek, CA USA
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 04-24-2003 10:55 AM
If you're going to run it from one location, plumb in a dedicated electrical circuit.
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65_302
Gearhead Posts: 265
From: Bixby, OK
Registered: Jul 2001
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posted 04-24-2003 02:21 PM
quote:
Originally posted by Scott (69Mach):
If you're going to run it from one location, plumb in a dedicated electrical circuit.
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65_302
Gearhead Posts: 265
From: Bixby, OK
Registered: Jul 2001
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posted 04-24-2003 02:26 PM
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Originally posted by Scott (69Mach):
If you're going to run it from one location, plumb in a dedicated electrical circuit.
Mostly like it will be moved from place to place. I will be adding a storage/work shed. It will most likely spend most of the time in the garage, but will see duty in the shed. Why would you use a dedicated line when the compressor uses everyday 120v household current?
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BlueMule
Gearhead Posts: 1621
From: Kent Island, MD USA M&M # 2423
Registered: Sep 2002
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posted 04-24-2003 02:43 PM
When they fire up, they like to pull a lot of juice, initially. Maybe a second or two. Depending on what's on the circuit, lights will dim, etc. Not a good way to keep the peace in the household if it's the TV or computer getting surged.------------------
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Dubz
Gearhead Posts: 1935
From: Manitoba Canada
Registered: Oct 2002
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posted 04-24-2003 02:52 PM
now in the 300-400 range? looking at a coleman 7 or maybe it's 7.5 hp single stage dual cylinder 60 gal tank
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Toronado3800
Gearhead Posts: 1044
From: St. Louis, MO
Registered: Jul 2001
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posted 04-24-2003 08:07 PM
I'd recommend getting the biggest one you can afford. I got a smaller one for a Holiday a few years back. Its easy to move around and all but I have to wait for it to refill if I'm grinding on anything...if only I could remember the specs.Oh, and mine does the same thing with the lights. Over the winter when it hasn't ran in a week and I power it up I better have every other light on the circuit off  !
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65_302
Gearhead Posts: 265
From: Bixby, OK
Registered: Jul 2001
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posted 04-24-2003 11:17 PM
While it may not be a dedicated circuit, it will mostly likely be one with limited use. I think I will save my pennies and try to get something bigger. Thanks for all the advise.
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mach72
Gearhead Posts: 135
From: Bixby, Ok. USA
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 04-25-2003 01:14 AM
65_302, when comparing different compressors, be sure to look at the cfm ratings (usually stated at 40 and 90 psi). The higher the cfm rating the better. Don't bother with comparing hp ratings because these are all marketing b.s. (the hp ratings on most home-use compressors are rated at PEAK hp, not constant use hp). I also like to compare the amperage rating (the more the better). What do you plan to use the compressor for? What air tools will you be using? This will dictate the compressor size you need. Thanks, Tom
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Scott (69Mach)
Gearhead Posts: 796
From: Walnut Creek, CA USA
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 04-25-2003 09:34 AM
Ditto what Tom said. A few additional bucks can make a big difference in performance. Plus, shopping for a new toy is half the fun...If you go bigger, I reiterate what I said about a dedicated circuit. It's easy to run a 20 amp line from your box to your garage. Find a good location for it and buy plenty of air hose. That way you can use it just about anywhere you want.
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