Air tools question (compressor)

[benyl]

So I want to get some air tools.

I went to Canadian Tire and bought this:

http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortments/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=1408474396669738&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474396670271&bmUID=1151352107726&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524443286300&assortment=primary&fromSearch=true

It is a good deal, but I don't think it has enough ooomph. Maybe I am using it wrong, but it couldn't even get my lug nuts of the wheel.

It does 4.0 SCFM @ 90 psi and like 6 SCFM @ 40psi. The impact wrench that it comes with is rated at 5.0 @ 90 psi.

The wrench barely moves at 40psi. At 90, it hammers but doesn't move. The instructions help fuck all.

Do I just crank it to 125 psi? One of my air tools say don't exceed 90 psi. Is it safe to go beyond that?

I think I might return the POS and get an upright tank @ costco for another $100 that gets 5.7 SCFM @ 90 psi.

thanks.

[Weapon_R]

That compressor is too gutless to do any serious work. It would probably be good enough for a nail gun and an air pump for your tires, but taking off your lugnuts and operating a spray gun need a little more juice.

[legendboy]

you need at least 6 or 7 cfm minimum at the upper psi range for impacts and air wratchets...etc...

also, don't get an oil less compressor, pure garbage

try a coleman or craftsman

[Crymson]

youre link sends me to the "gift registry"

But if it's that AC that looks like a propane can on a trolley, that comes with all the air tools. I was thining about buying it as well i think it was under 200$.

I like buying stuff like that from Home Depot, because they have a very lax return policy. I bought one of their "multi tool" packs of cordless stuff, took it home for about and the jigsaw was too underpowerd to cut through 3/4 MCF for more than 5 minutes, so i took it back no questions asked.

I'm sure Canadian Tire has the same policy, just say you were expecting a bit more power, so you'll have to upgrade to a stronger system.

[BerserkerCatSplat]

http://images.canadiantire.ca/media/images/Assortments/PrimaryAssortments/Tools/CompressorsAirTools/Compressors/0587992_450_CC_50131.jpg

That's the item, looks like crap to me. Don't waste your money on it, it's useless for anything but inflating tires. Get a beefier unit if you want to use impact wrenches and whatnot.

[benyl]

yeah, that is the one.

It is a POS... haha. Going to return it today.


6 or 7? Fawk, those compressors are like $700.

[Weapon_R]

Check Princess Auto for great deals on compressors. You won't regret buying something good because it will last forever and serve you for a long time for any purpose.

[speedracer]

This should be good for your use.


http://www.sears.ca/gp/product/B000FJLT7Y/qid=1151358833/ref=sr_1_1/102-0531544-5224119?%5Fencoding=UTF8&searsBrand=core&mqnodeid=15858301

Then you'll need at least a 450lb + Impact wrench (get a nice one - PA has one that will get you by... But I do recommend a good one if you intend to keep it)

[benyl]

that is oil less and LegendBoy says those are garbage.

But then again, it isn't like I am using it for work or anything...

[legendboy]

you want something like this, however you probably have to go instore to find it (this is the usa page)

[speedracer]

I agree.

Then again if your not using it everyday then it's cheaper alternative and less maintenace.

I think this is the same model.. I can't find it on the Canadian site either.

http://www.sears.ca/gp/product/B000FJN44K/qid=1151361140/ref=sr_1_5/102-0531544-5224119?%5Fencoding=UTF8&searsBrand=core&mqnodeid=16361931

*edit* not the same

[benyl]

I went to the dt sears and they had one that was similar, but it was $699!

If I am going to pay that much, I will get one that is upright and doesn't move.

[blitz]

Oil less compressors are noiser and can wear out faster, but they can be rebuilt for not too much money. I think they're are better for portable units, but If you're getting one to mount in your shop I'd go for oil lube.

[rc2002]

I believe you can get a 7cfm (or was it 9cfm) one from Costco. It's a pretty high quality unit.

[benyl]

yeah, that is the one I am thinking of. Plus Costco has a killer return policy/warranty policy.

[SC2]

Air tools and compressors are expensive :|

At work we have a 90CFM @ ~175 max psi with 2, 200 Gal Tanks. Its freaking huge.

Sorry that is no help, just interesting.


Talking to the guys there, one guy was telling me about his air tools - if you want them to last, you can be spending about 300-400 per tool (i.e drills, etc.) - Keep maintaining them and they will last forever. Oiling etc.

He had a 15 year old drill, properly maintained, worked beautifully.

Anyway -
http://www.dewalt.com/us/products/tool_detail.asp?productID=13667

CFM @100 PSI 10.3 CFM

[BerserkerCatSplat]

Those DeWalt compressors are nice, but not everyone wants a gas-powered unit!

But, as you said, tools are like cars - they'll last a lot longer if you do proper routine maintenance.

[djfob]

I have the devillbiss from costco, for 299 its works really well. Runs my impact without any problems. My only complaint would be it's just plain loud but nothin unbearable.

[SC2]

Originally posted by BerserkerCatSplat
Those DeWalt compressors are nice, but not everyone wants a gas-powered unit!

But, as you said, tools are like cars - they'll last a lot longer if you do proper routine maintenance.

didn't know if we were talking gas/electric. - sorry!

[barbarian]

When you get one that works, don't forget to use torque sticks when tightening the bolts.

[BerserkerCatSplat]

Originally posted by SC2


didn't know if we were talking gas/electric. - sorry!

Haha, no worries! Gas units are pretty much indispensable out at the jobsite, but the electrics are much better suited to home/shop use.

[Khyron]

I just bought a craftsman 30G, cause it was on sale and I had free gift cards... if I buy a 100' hose from Princess, I can reach anywhere in my house, for something like a nailer. But does using such a long hose have any penalties when using a impact wrench for car stuff? Do I need to buy 2 hoses? I don't mind having it coiled up while using it.

Khyron

[FiveFreshFish]

If I didn't already have have an impact wrench, I'd buy this one.
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140048158951

http://i20.ebayimg.com/02/i/05/06/b7/50_1.JPG

[zhulander]

I'm looking to purchase an air compressor soon.
Looking for something like these:

Crafstman Professional 25Gal (http://www.sears.ca/gp/product/B000FJN1UM/sr=1-6/qid=1166416110/ref=sr_1_6/102-5817194-2581720?ie=UTF8&searsBrand=core&mqnodeid=16361931)

Husky Pro (http://www.homedepot.ca/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CatalogSearchResultView?D=944643&Ntt=944643&catalogId=10051&langId=-15&storeId=10051&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntx=mode+matchall&recN=0&N=0&Ntk=P_PartNumber)

Main thing I'm looking for is that it stand verticals, wheels for portability, relatively quiet. Anybody have any other models that are comparable to the one above?

[Whitetiger]

-1 C.T. compressor, I almost bought that one this weekend too... until the sales clerk kid told me the nail gun was only 1.5 inch instead of 2 inches (needed to do flooring)

[frozenrice]

I've been thinking/looking for a compressor for a while now. I got a Home Depot gift card for Christmas and thought that this would be my chance to pick up a compressor. I'll front the extra cash since I was going to buy one anyways. Right now with their "clearance sale", I'll get a $100 gift card back to boot. So far the this is the only one that I seem to keep going back to:
Husky Pro - Home Depot (http://www.homedepot.ca/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CatalogSearchResultView?D=944644&Ntt=944644&catalogId=10051&langId=-15&storeId=10051&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntx=mode+matchall&recN=0&N=0&Ntk=P_PartNumber)
I've been looking at misc. tools like ratchets and impact wrenches and I'm thinking that this one will do the job for what I need.