Tools and Compressors

Thanks for the quick reply, It does only happen when the compressor has air in the tank. When it first comes on (to fill the tank initially) no problems at all, I will take a look at the check valve. Thanks again man.

 

Phillyguy this is a fantastic thread!

One thing I have been meaning to ask someone for a while is, what type of hose should I get that will remain flexible in cold weather? I am not sure what type I have now but it is very stiff in cold weather and even in the summer. I don't need anything super heavy duty since I mainly only use it for running an a cheap impact gun for rotating my tires. Thanks again for starting this thread!

 

I'm glad you find some of my rambling a little useful! Well flexibility is all relative, isnt it? What one person might thinks is stiff, another might think its pretty flexible...

Do you take the hose outside alot or is it a garage only hose?
How long is the hose?

I recommend several different things with most of my customers...
1) a swivel fitting (see image attached). This gives almost limitless movement with your tools.

2) Sometimes recommend whip hoses. Instead of connecting the tool directly into the hose which is directly into the air compressor, buy a 3' hose (whip) that is much more flexible than your current airline and connect that from the tool to the end of the your current airline. Essentially adding another joint, but you do not have to fight the heavy hose as much. Instead of disconnecting the tool from the main air hose every time, you disconnect the end of the whip hose to the airline, keeping the whip hose on the tool at all times (basically pending preference of the operator).

If you combined both 1 and 2, you will notice a significant difference in mobility/flexibility. These are used quite often in major factories where ergonomics is a huge play. It reduces fatigue on arms and wrists.

It is sometimes hard to find the perfect hose because the more durable the hose, the less flexible it becomes. Adding a whip and swivel can help get the best of both worlds, just have to be careful or piercing the whip.

In terms of actual hoses, coil hoses tend to be much more flexible than standard heavy duty lines. If you have a grainger/fastenal account, you can find ones there (brand called "Coilhose").

 

what viscosity? air compressor pump oil comes in 10,20 and 30WT. maybe wrong oil for your particular comp.?

possibly a bad pressure switch?

 

I was wondering if you could give me some advice. I'm looking at this compressor

$424 Twin-Stack P1IU-A9 2 HP 4 Gallon Portable Air Compressor

http://www.amazon.com/Ingersoll-P1I...ressor/dp/B0035HYJN4/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top and was wondering if it'd suit my needs.


I'm looking for a compressor for the garage to help with car repairs, mainly an impact gun/air ratchet, and various other tasks, like blowdowns, brad nailers, etc. Would this compressor be able to keep up and be somewhat portable for the home mechanic? A little bit of recycle time is fine, but I don't want to wait 5 minutes every time I take off a wheel, if that makes any sense. Also, could it run this impact gun without any problems?

$126 Ingersoll Rand 231C 1/2” Drive Air Impact Wrench – Lightweight, Max 600 ft-lbs Torque Output, Adjustable Power, Twin Hammer, Silver, 3.4 x 8.2 x 8.8"es

http://www.amazon.com/Ingersoll-Ran...pact/dp/B0002SRM3I/ref=tag_dpp_lp_edpp_ttl_ex

 

I'm sorry, I know this thread is ancient and Phillyguy hasn't even been on here in a year and a half. I just thought this was an appropriate place to post vice starting anew. I emailed him as well to see if maybe he'd respond that way.

I appreciate and welcome any advice any one could shed on the subject as well, thanks.

 

Ok, ok, I get it, I shall post elsewhere!

Did some more research and that's not the right compressor for my needs anyhow.

 

It should be alright for home projects, etc. Not sure that it'll keep up with a thirsty impact gun though. Maybe try to find some air tools with a lower CFM consumption.

A 20-30 gallon, single stage, 5 horse belt drive with an oil bathed pump is the smallest that I would recommend for garage duty. They cost a little more, but as the saying goes...."better to have and not need....." .

 

I wanted something a little more portable, I was looking at these two as mentioned in another thread. I think it's going to be a compromise either way, look to have good size/cfm, but 2hp vice the 5hp you recommended.

This one for the price, seems to be pretty good considering cfm/psi/size, and weight.
http://www.craftsman.com/shc/s/p_101...=1302273867272


Then this one, it's a little more money, has more CFM, but a little less PSI, same size and weight.
http://www.northerntool.com/shop/too...7527_200347527
cheaper here
http://www.aircompressorsdirect.com/...m=shop+portals

 

Those both look to be a good compromise. Is there a local Chicago pneumatic dealer where you can get parts/service? I know there are Sears everywhere...but have heard their service can be sketchy on equipment. I bring this up because even if you are under warranty and something goes wrong, you need a place to be able to get it serviced.

Either of these two will most likely meet your needs. Now its just a matter of parts/service for the unit you choose.

Edit: are there any mom & pops places near you that sell equipment? you may be surprised to find they have just the compressor for you and service to back it up.

 

Ques.

Any dis-advantages to running 2 lines, one with an auto-oiler, one with a dryer(4 paint), off the same compressor?

Nothing that I can think of, but you know better than I.

 

nope. I'd just put a tee in right out of the tank to the filter and to the separator, with independent ball valves. That way you can shut down the oiled line when not in use to avoid contamination. Don't use the same hose!

 

There's a Northern Tool not too far away, and they carry them, not sure on how their service would be, but I guess on par with Sears. I've lived here for about 6 months, don't know of any mom n pop tool/equipment places that would carry Chicago Pneumatic. Zipcode is 23323 though.

 

I have Craftsman 33 gallon tank. 1.5hp compressor i love this thing.

 

Ended up finding a Central Pneumatic on ebay $200 cheaper because the belt cover had to be replaced because of shipping, free shipping too, deal.