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 Aug 20 2004, 12:16 PM
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I'm looking into picking one up. What I wanted to do was get your guy's input on size, hp, brand, and do you think its worth it
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Aug 21 2004, 05:15 PM
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Person of Wisdom Group: Members Posts: 111 Joined: 9-December 02 From: Peoria, IL Member No.: 52 |
Don't read the HP ratings...they are BS. Go by the cfm and psi ratings. There is a class action lawsuit going against manufacturers of air compressor who overrate their power. I have a 110V Craftsman rated at 5HP. You can do the math and figure out it only draws ~3HP peak of electrical power, so their is no way the motor./compressor is 5HP. They are usually closer to ~2.5HP max for a 110V unit.
If you can afford a 220V model, go for it. The higher cfm/psi/gallon unit you can afford, the happier you will be long term. Marty |
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