I want the cheapest one I can find but i want it to be able run any kind of air tools (spray gun, impact and ratchet wrench, grinder, etc). I know there are way cheap 3 gal, 1 hp, 2.4cfm compressors for $100 but will this be enough power to runb tools.
Ive heard that you need 5 cfm to run air tools. Is this true?
I found this craftsman one that comes with tool already too. Will this be enough.
2006-12-07 11:16:35 · 9 answers · asked by skoolsuks 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
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2006-12-07 11:19:23 · answer #1 · answered by Mad Dog Johnson 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you want a cheap one you will not be happy because you will be replacing it in a year. Stay away from the oil-less models they have half the like of an oil compressor. A 2.4 cfm 3 gal comp. will turn a quarter inch air ratchet for about 10 seconds and the tank will be empty. The smallest I would by would be 30 gal. You will even burn that up in short time if you use it on a daily basis. All decent air tools have a cfm rating on them just check the box and an good average is about 5 cfm. If you want something that will last you are going to have to spend at least 500.00 Trust me the cheap ones are junk.
2006-12-07 11:32:55 · answer #2 · answered by Danno 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need more than 5 cfm for air tools, particualarly a spray gun. This is a tool you should not try to buy the cheapest one. If you spend the money and buy a good one, you will have it when you die. You can and will spend more money buying several cheap compressors over the years than biting the bullet and buying something good now. I have a Quincy 60 gallon that is rated at 22 cfm and it runs a lot when spraying a car.
2006-12-07 11:21:42 · answer #3 · answered by jimbobb1 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are going to run a continous draw tool like a DA, grinding tool or sand blaster you should be looking for a 10 CFM @ 90 PSI compressor with a minimum 30 Gallon tank. Anything less and it will be playing catchup.
2006-12-07 11:57:49 · answer #4 · answered by Michael B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a 6hp 33 gal compressor,an the only air tool that Ive found that put lots of strain on it was the d.a. type sander(automotive use) made by Craftsman,bought it in 2000 for around $400,had no problem at all with it-use it everyday sense the time i had it.
2006-12-07 12:01:07 · answer #5 · answered by J.B.1972 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why buy a 'cheap' unit? Seriously, if you plan on using it, spend the money for a good one that will last a lifetime.
You mentioned Craftsmen; if you look on the tank it give you a listing of usage requirements. I have an older 15gal Craftsmen and it can't keep up. It's always running out of pressure, and building back up. Then new Craftsmen use motors made in China...........and I'm sorry but NO THANKS. Another problem with their units are that the 'oiless' motors warp the pistons or develop cracks that can't be repaired with any cost effectiveness
and thus are trash.
So remember what you have been told so many times before, 'you get what you pay for'.
2006-12-07 11:29:35 · answer #6 · answered by LifeRyder 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a craftsman 5hp. with a 30 gal. tank and you can run air tools basically with no problem but it runs alot if you are using it steady and it's noisy.
2006-12-07 11:22:38 · answer #7 · answered by mister ss 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't buy the cheapest one if your planning to a lot of work. A inexpensive 5hp will run about $500. Get a 220volt.
2006-12-07 11:25:55 · answer #8 · answered by R1volta 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-12-07 11:22:52 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋