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Author:  Mike OMelia [ Sun Aug 17, 2008 10:51 pm ]
Post subject:  Air Compressor
I just found a brand new Porter Cable 2 cylinder, oiled, 60 gallon compressor for $250. Its 240 volt, 9.6 cfm, 3hp.

Good deal? Way good deal??

Mike
Author:  Mike OMelia [ Sun Aug 17, 2008 11:16 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Air Compressor
Right. What makes it low end?

Mike
Author:  JimWomack [ Mon Aug 18, 2008 7:31 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Air Compressor
If it's a single stage, it's a good deal. If it's a two stage, it's a very good deal. Also check the motor RPMs. It should be either 1500 or 3450 RPM. A 1500 RPM motor will make less noise, trap less moisture and the piston seals will last longer.
Author:  Terence Kennedy [ Mon Aug 18, 2008 10:47 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Air Compressor
The other thing is what will you be using it for? 9.6 cfm might be a little low for something like a Dynabrade sander.
Terry
Author:  Bob Garrish [ Mon Aug 18, 2008 7:39 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Air Compressor
slackkey_mike wrote:
Right. What makes it low end?

Mike


A 5HP DevAir will put out over twice the CFM of a 5HP Porter-Cable, they use a much looser definition of HP than the higher-end manufacturers. On the other hand, DevAir doesn't compete in anything near that price range, either, as they're more industry-oriented.
Author:  Greg [ Mon Aug 18, 2008 11:45 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Air Compressor
Buy it.
Author:  Mike OMelia [ Tue Aug 19, 2008 5:26 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Air Compressor
If I do not buy a fuji HVLP, I may get this. The compressor offers more usefulness. I do not plan on using heavy air tools... finish spraying, filling tires ;) etc.

Mike
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