Re: [AMC-List] Compressors

["Swygert, Francis G MSgt 436 CES/CECM" <Francis.Swygert3@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Art, you will need a 45 gallon or more compressor to do a lot. The nail
gun doesn't take a large amount of air. You might want to get a small
portable compressor for it. A little 2 hp 2 gallon will be fine unless
you're doing framing for a living, but a 3-5 gallon will be a bit
better. That won't run any air tools though. I have a 20 gallon 120 psi
compressor and it's barely big enough for an impact wrench. Other
things, like my die grinder or air drill, run it down to fast. I have to
wait a lot to use those -- hardly worth it! I can paint, though I do
have to wait a few minutes on occasion. Not enough wait to worry about
when painting. 

Lowe's has a 45 gallon now for $419, 60 gallon for $499. You'll need
hose and such too! Lowe's has the rubber hose for $30 (50'), and expect
to spend another $30-$50 for quick disconnects. Harbor Freight has
compressors has some, but prices are about the same as Lowe's -- add
shipping and they're more. A 30 gallon MIGHT be enough, but you're
better off with a bit more capacity.

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Date: Thursday, November 2, 2006 09:45 PM
From: Arthur Litchfield <artl@xxxxxxxxxxx>

Good evening all.  I am in the market for a new air compressor.  I have
about $500 to spend.  I will run a few air tools such as am impact
wrench, DA sander and an occasional nail gun or stapler.  I would
appreciate recommendations anyone on the list might have.

Thanks in advance.
Art in Idaho


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