On Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:45:03 -0400, "Eisboch" wrote:


"Wayne.B" wrote in message
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On Tue, 20 Jun 2006 19:38:25 -0400, Harry Krause
wrote:

Thanks. I'm looking at a couple of different DeWalt compressors. The
differences between them seem pretty minor in terms of output.

No one ever complains that their compressor has too much capacity. If
you have the space and electric power, I'd get the biggest within
reason. If you get one with a good sized tank (= 30 gallons) and
upwards of 8 or 9 cfm, there are some really nifty air tools available
at quite reasonable prices.


I gave up on the little 2 gallon jobs and got a 16 gallon at Sears which was
the biggest that would still run on a 15 amp, 120 outlet. It came with a
air driven ratchet set that makes life simple. Also the smaller units come
with those little 1/4 inch "slinky" air lines that limit flow. The bigger
one has a much larger rubber air hose.

Eisboch

www.eisboch.com


It's a toss up... you really want the largest one reasonable, but it's
also nice to have a small one at times.

Last week I needed to use my air nailer upstairs, and I only have a
medium-sized compressor. I had to carry the large one up on the deck,
then use two hoses to extend the air supply upstairs. A small pancake
compressor would be just fine for that use.

But for air tool use, the larger one is barely sufficient. Over the
next few weeks, I'll be hooking up a two-stage, 220v, 5hp unit in my
new shop that delivers 120psi at 18.5cfm. I'll need it to use a blast
cabinet, spray paint, and use DA air sanders.