| 13.5 Amp 2 Horsepower 4 Gallon Oil-Free Twin Hot Dog Compressor | Thomas Compressors T-2820ST | |
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by Thomas Compressors  20 by 15.6 by 16.5; 71 pounds; 5-year warranty on electrical components Includes manual Durable cast iron 5 cfm at 100 psi; quiet 74 dB; 2-cylinder in-line design 13-1/2 amp, 2-horsepower, 4-gallon, oil-free twin hot dog compressorfound in T-2820ST's description: From the Manufacturer At (74-decibels) the Thomas T-2820ST is the quietest 2 HP contractor grade compressor on the market. Delivering 5 cfm at 100 psi it is also the highest output 2 HP compressor available.5 amps it starts effortlessly on 15 amp circuits even when extension cords are used. Like all Thomas machines it is rated for continuous use. Often called "The Cadillac of Portables" it sets the standard on what 2 HP compressors should be. found in T-2820ST's reviews: The Cadillac of portable air compressors - My new Thomas compressor, T-2820ST, is quiet enough to run in the house and is so well balanced that it is not too heavy to move around. extension cords can be used); this is the Cadillac of portable compressors. The paint job on the tanks could be better and air fittings could be included, but those are minor issues. The overall machine is well-built and runs very smoothly. |
| 14.5 Amp 2 Horsepower 4 Gallon Oiled Twin Hot Dog Compressor | Hitachi EC12 | |
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by Hitachi 60 pounds; 1-year warranty Includes DEWALT synthetic compressor oil and pressure regulator Cylinder constructed of cast iron 4.1 cfm delivered at 90 psi; shut-off valve at line and auto reset 14-1/2 amp 2-horsepower 4-gallon oiled twin hot dog compressor with carrying handlefound in EC12's description: com Hitachi’s 2-horsepower compressor is one of the hardest-working units on the market.1 cfm of free air at 90 psi--enough to easily run two tools at once. Because of its compact size and trim weight, it’s the perfect compressor for the home do-it-yourselfer, but taking into account its power and portability, contractors will love it, too.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste From the Manufacturer This Hitachi air compressor is powered by a 2 hp, 115-volt direct-drive motor and oil lube pump at 3,450 rpm.1 cfm of free air, at 90 psi. From the Manufacturer The Hitachi EC12 air compressor is powered by a 2-horsepower, 115-volt direct-drive motor and oil lube pump at 3,450 rpm. It delivers 4 cubic feet per minute of free air at 90 psi.2 cubic feet per minute of free air Specifications
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| 18 Gauge Brad Nailer Compressor Combo Kit | Makita MAC700KIT | |
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by Makita Roll bar handle for portability and added protection against harsh jobsite environments Oil lubricated for cooler running pump and an automotive style air filter for easy, low-cost maintenance Large cast iron pump with automotive style cylinder and piston deliver maximum performance The low 1720 rpm is half that of most competitive units, resulting in greater motor and pump life, and the substantially lower noise level makes it the quietest compressor in its class High rated 3.3 CFM @ 90 PSIfound in MAC700KIT's description: From the Manufacturer The new MAC700KIT-Hotdog compressor (with AF503 2 Brad Nailer) by Makita is blowing away the competition with built-in features such as a super quiet motor that draws only 12. found in MAC700KIT's reviews: High Quality Kit - Makita came through big time when they introduced this machine, I can have the thing running next to me and keep a conversation going on my cell phone with no problem. If you are looking for a small compact compressor that has the capacity of the medium sized units, this is the one. |
| 18 Gauge Brad Nailer 2 Horsepower Compressor Combo Kit | DeWalt Heavy Duty D55151BN | |
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by DeWalt Heavy Duty Electric 4 Gallon Twin Stack Air Compressor, High performance direct drive oil lubricated pump, 3.2 cfm @ 100 PSI, 120V,found in D55151BN's description: From the Manufacturer This first-ever DeWalt 2 Brad Nailer/Compressor Combo Kit (D55151BN) simplifies the purchasing process a providing a cost effective tool package that delivers maximum power and versatility on the jobsite.1 HP Continuous) 4 gallon oil lube side stack compressor (D55151), a 25 ft. vinyl air hose, fittings and pipe joint tape. The tool holds 110 nails from 5/8 to 2 long and can be used with precision on both hard and soft woods. The D51238K also features a tool-free front latch jam clearing mechanism that enables the user to save time by avoiding delays caused by jamming. A tool-free, 360 degree adjustable exhaust setting helps to channel air exhaust away from the user, creating a safe and comfortable working environment. The D55151 electric compressor is equipped with a 1. The compressor is designed with a durable cast iron cylinder, providing increased pump life. Designed to be sturdy yet lightweight, the compressor weighs only 53. found in D55151BN's reviews: Slow starting motor - However I do have a problem with my machine as it's motor will not function on a cold morning outside. Once running it a real jewel and fairly quiet. Despite the Dewalt label this is a Chinese built unit and have seen the motor/unit in other low end machines. |
| 15 Amp 2 Horsepower 20 Gallon Oiled Wheeled Single Tank Compressor | Campbell Hausfeld VT6290 | |
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by Campbell Hausfeld Fully enclosed protective belt guard with "Directed" cooling fan. 5 HP Peak motor provides significant air flow. Operates on 120/240 volt service. Pre-wired for 120V. Unique product design from the largest manufacturer of reliable and durable, single stage CAST IRON pumps in the USA 20 Gallon ASME code tank for tough jobs. Rugged Cast Iron two cylinder pump provides up to 5,000 hours of extended life. Oil-Lubricated pump has a traditional design that is quieter and longer lasting.found in VT6290's description: From the Manufacturer The VT6290, 2 Running HP, wired for household current delivers enough air power to tackle tough jobs. The twin cylinder, oil lubricated, cast iron single stage pump runs quieter - so the compressor can be used in the same area that the work is taking place. Solid cast iron units are up to 35% quieter than aluminum units with cast iron cylinder sleeves, and dramatically quieter than direct drive aluminum compressors. These compressors are made in the US with a 3 year warranty. Product Description mfr: Campbell Hausfeld Air Products Campbell Hausfeld is a recognized leader in the home improvement and automotive industry. SINGLE STAGE AIR COMPRESSOR. Single Stage Cast Iron Compressor5 HP Peak, 20 Gallon. found in VT6290's reviews: Might work if received undamaged.......and with oil...and a few fixes - The shipping box is flimsy and cannot adequately support nor protect the compressor and parts. Mine arrived with a broken regulator, pressure gauge and air-filter assembly all of which apparently snapped off during shipment with no visible exterior box damage. As the other reviewer also mentioned the compressor does NOT come with oil so be sure to have SAE30 air-compressor oil ready when it arrives. Also, you will need to provide your choice of air outlet connector. If it wasn't for the bad shipment packaging I'd say initially that the compressor is a good buy but if Campbell Hausfeld has so little regard to protecting their product in shipment to you I question the integrity of the machine itself. UPDATE 7/15: I am updating this review a full day after receiving and can add more to the trials and tribulations of purchasing a C-H compressor. The air filter assembly is currently taped but working until I can get a replacment. All in all if you include travel time to Home Depot nearly 2-1/2 hours were spent just getting the compressor to work only to discover that there is a leak at weld where the pump mount attaches to the tank.) if using an extension cable as this compressor does draw a load when starting. IMHO I wouldn't order a product like this if you need it for an immediate job as it will take to either repair yourself or to return and await a replacement. I needed this compressor to replace my dead one and ordered it to coincide with my time at home as I could not expect my wife to unload it. |
| 4 Horsepower 4 Gallon Oiled Twin Hot Dog Gas Compressor | DeWalt D55250 | |
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by DeWalt Protected components for maximum durability Oil lubricated pump allows for long life Low oil shut off provides greater engine protection Automatic idle control for reduced fuel consumption 4 HP Honda GX gas engine provides proven reliability and durabilityfound in D55250's description: Product Description 4 HP, 4 Gallon, Gas Twin Stack Compressor, High Volume Air Output 4.5 CFM @ 100 PSI, Portable Air Power Honda 4 HP Gas, Automatic Throttle Idle Control, Direct Drive Pump For Improved Portability, Oil Lubricated Improved Compressor Life. found in D55250's reviews: Incredible cfm for weight! - I bought this compressor for use in heavy commercial construction. It is more portable than the wheelbarrow compressors and can be put in the back of a pickup truck (unit is no feather weight though --- about 70 lbs!) This compressor has the best of all features--- reliable Honda engine, reliable Emglo compressor, overbuilt protective frame and quality gauges and quick connects make this an outstanding compressor. Most compressors capable of running two frame nailers draw enough power that it will constantly trip the the breaker on a temporary service pole unless run on 240 volts. With the gasoline compressor, all you have to do is make sure it has fuel and start it up! No extension cords and no more tripped breakers! We have used this compressor to run two paslode frame nailers shooting down 5/8" plywood nailed every 3" around the perimeter (120 mph rating) and this little guy could amazingly keep up! The compressor isn't louder than the DeWalt electric counterpart when running and the Honda engine means it will run for many years to come. Go buy a lighter,less expensive compressor for the finish guns. This machine is meant to turn out a much more substantial amount of air! The only downside to this compressor is the price and its weight. That is a lot of money to shell over for a machine that does nothing more than compress air! But, then again, would you really be reading this if all you needed was an average duty Lowe's variety compressor? And if you have a pickup, leave the unit in the back and let it run. compressor up. It seems like they could have trimmed a few more pounds off the compressor and a few more dollars! If you have any questions, e-mail me (Azul005@aol. |
| 3HP/ 4 Gallon Oiled Twin Hot Dog Compressor | Stanley Bostitch CWC200ST | |
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by Bostitch 5.1CFM @40 and 4.0CFM @90 Synthetic pump oil for low temp operation Dual air outlets Cast iron pump cylinder for extreme durability 3 peak HP 15 amp induction motorfound in CWC200ST's description: From the Manufacturer 3HP Oil Lube Stack Tank Compressor. Product Description Portable, electric powered compressor with 3 HP, high output, heavy-duty induction motor. found in CWC200ST's reviews: Bostitch CWC200ST Compressor - What a great machine. Compressor head is OK but the extra parts are of low quality - I bought one of these compressors a couple of months ago after doing carefull research and actually going to a repair facility here in AZ that handles warranty repairs for a variety of brands. I estimate that the compressor has about 15 (fifteen) hours of use by now. You will have to tilt the compressor down and rock it side to side to get the water out, furthermore when tilted the lower drain hits the floor impedig drainage so you actually have to lift this rather heavy machine and tilt it and rockit at the same time in order to drain. Shortly after purchasing the unit one of the Quick Disconnects on the compressor will not seal itself after the hose is taken off and will merily leak all the air out in about one minute, I had to replace that so I could use the machine. For about the last five hours of use I started to notice that if left pressurized overnight the air was gone in the morning upon closer inspection I could hear a faint hiss comming from somewhere behind the regulator It was not much just enough to leak and turn the machine on about every 15 minutes even if I did not use air. Yesterday the manual regulator prooved to be the culprit as when I started the compressor for the first time it would not hold air at all. It looked like vibration had caused the two parts to came undone. I put my head next to it to listen for the noise of air escaping and sure enough there was a faint hisssss. While I was trying to figure out where the noise is caming from The back of the manual regulator popped loose again suddenly letting all the air escape in an instant startling me and prompting my wife to ask from the kitchen some ways away: "did you do that on purpose?" Well NO. The machine is unusable untill I get a replacement hopefully of beter quality. Overall the tech was right the actuall compressor is well done I believe he said it was Italian made the rest is rather sloppy and not thought out well. |
| 15 Amp 1 Horsepower 3 Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor | Thomas T-100SP | |
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by Thomas Compressors All-steel/aluminum construction (no plastic shrouds) for optimal durability Life-Guard Dirt Deflector for cleaner, cooler operations Quiet-running (75 decibels) for reduced operator fatigue 3.1 cfm @ 100 psi output for supporting up to two nailers simultaneously 1,700 rpm motor keeps up with the fastest nailersfound in T-100SP's description: From the Manufacturer Designed for continuous, multiple-gun operation, the Thomas Model T-100SP Renegade is a high output, 1-horsepower compressor tough enough for a wide variety of applications.1 cfm at 100 psi, this three-gallon pancake tank compressor supports one to two nail guns simultaneously. High overall tank pressure (135 psi) supports longer hose runs, which means greater air-storage capacity, too. The patented "Life Guard Dirt Deflector" extends compressor life by eliminating dirt and improving cylinder cooling. A slow-turning (1700 rpm) motor reduces noise level and extends compressor life. FEATURES
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| 15 Amp 3-1/2 Horsepower 20 Gallon Oil-Free Wheeled Single Hot Dog Compress | Porter-Cable CPFC2TV3520W | |
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by Porter Cable found in CPFC2TV3520W's description: 5 HP 20 Gallon Compressor. found in CPFC2TV3520W's reviews: Great compressor! Top Notch! - This compressor comes with a 4-port air regulator, which lets you run 4 tools at once from the compressor. (most cheaper compressors do not even come with a regulator, let alone a 4-port connection) It is very well built and easy to maneuver. So, you may pay more for this compressor, but you get a better machine! If you are a contractor or a homeowner, this is a great compressor. |
| - Ingersoll Rand Electric Stationary Air Compressor - 3 HP, 10.3 CFM @ 135 PSI, 230 Volt, Model# SS3 | |
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by Ingersoll Rand Tank Size: 60 gallon vertical Max PSI: 135 PSI PSI: 11.3 CFM @ 90 PSI; 10.3 CFM @ 135 PSI Volts: 230 Volts Motor: 3 HP with thermal overload and manual reset - single phase motorfound in SS3L3's description: Product Description Maximum air power! More delivered air (CFM) gives you the power to do the job right and in less time. found in SS3L3's reviews: A cheap way to get more CFM... but its still cheap. - This air compressor is identical to my Ingersoll Rand SS3L3 compressor that I purchased through Northern Tool in the early summer of 2005. This is the first air compressor that I have ever owned, so it was a learning experience from the start. It is recommended that you purchase the IR SS3L3 startup kit as the compressor is delivered to you without any oil in it. When I plugged in the compressor to test it out, I found that the motor continued to run even as the gauge on the tank passed 130 psi. I ran the compressor off and on for several months without any major issues. I used it for several things. a little bit of die grinding, I rotated the tires on my car using the impact wrench and air ratchet, I used it to blow dust off my work bench and check the air in my tires on a routine basis. I bought the compressor because I have several project cars, and I would like to begin the serious work of restoring them. Recently, I have been looking at plans for a sandblasting cabinet, and I am starting to doubt that this compressor will stand up to the task of sand blasting for extended periods. Things I have learned about the compressor since its purchase that have led me to this conclusion: 1. (I swap between my compressor and my dryer on the only 230V outlet in my house). This borderline false advertising is similar to peak and RMS power ratings in audio amplifiers, though it is fairly standard operating procedure to rate motors in this fashion. Though it is quieter than a direct drive unit like the 30 gallon compressors sold at most hardware stores, 3450 RPM is still quite fast. With the pulley ratios, the compressor crank spins at 1200 RPM. Heavier duty systems might have the AC motor running at 1200-1750 RPM with the compressor running at ~700 RPM or less, resulting in a much quieter setup. There is apparently no available rebuild kit for the compressor itself, according to the local IR dealer, though they do sell gaskets and the oiling kit. It is a two cylinder, single stage compressor. The "valves" in the head are what I believe are called "reed valves", which are simply spring loaded "fingers" that cover holes in the cylinder head, and they move with the blowing/sucking of air as the pistons move in the cylinders (no mechanical actuation of the valves). The crankshaft is cast iron machined at the journals, and the aluminum rods rotate on the crank without any rod bearings. The compressor can run fairly hot, especially when pressurizing the tank from zero pressure. I would like to add an intercooler in line to the tank as the compressed air is quite hot, and I think the compressor itself could use some more cooling. I bought some copper to fab up a larger heat sink for the compressor housing, though I haven't made it yet. The flywheel on the compressor is designed to move air over the unit, but I still think the design needs improvement. This makes me want to install a condensor between the compressor and tank). It seems to me that a lot of the fittings on the system are kind of cheap, though I am used to the Swagelok fittings that I use at work, which are expensive and well worth the price. Copper tubing is used to route compressed air from the compressor to the tank, and I think some improvements could be made there, as well. One could remove the compressor to change the oil, but a better soultion would be to insert a ball valve in the oil drain plug for easy draining. IR sells the SS5L5, which uses the same 60 gallon tank, but a 5 HP split phase 3450 RPM motor running a different two piston single stage compressor. My biggest complaints are the use of the split phase motor, the relatively cheap design of the compressor (aluminum rods and lack of rod bearings), the flimsy pressure switch, and the cheap fittings used all over the machine. I will continue to use this unit for some time, but I am already considering either building my own low RPM, true 4-5 HP air compressor from various parts suppliers, or just purchasing a new one from a company like Eaton Compressor. Like houses, I think good advice for someone looking to buy an air compressor is "buy the most you can afford". I for one like the idea of a compressor running at a quiet 750 RPM at a mere 73 dBa, as opposed to my high revving 1200 RPM SS3L3. Meanwhile, my criticisms of this unit are based on what I'd like to see in a compressor, that is all. |