[TheForge] Compressor options

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Dave I thought of "oilless" compressors as being on the small side.
Don't know if that's what you need but,
I did a lot of research a few years back and found that this PUMA
compressor bought through Harbor Freight but made in the good=20
ole' USA. There are 3 or 4 of these in use in our local area that are=20
running Kinyon style air hammers.
here are the specs:

5 HP, 175 PSI, 80 GALLON ASME AIR COMPRESSOR=20
This industrial compressor outlasts the competition.=20
It also delivers some of the highest air capacities on the market.=20
Features a heavy duty motor, pressure switch, safety valve, cast iron =
pump,=20
copper tube after-cooler and a magnetic starter. ASME coded tank.=20
  a.. Horse Power: 5=20
  b.. Stage: two=20
  c.. Power supply: 230V=20
  d.. Phase: single=20
  e.. Maximum pressure: 175 PSI=20
  f.. Air Delivery:=20
    @ 100 PSI: 19.5 CFM
    @175 PSI: 18 CFM

  g.. Tank size: 80 gallon=20
  h.. Tool weight: 550 lbs.
PUMA TK5080V   ITEM 5730-0VGA    $999.99

dave m



> All,
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> Oilless compressors?  Are they worth the extra $$$?
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> Needing to replace my current weak compressor, I'm looking at various=20
> compressors at the local Big Box stores.  Some are oilless and some =
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> the more common oil reservoir for the crank.  I may want to use the =
air=20
> supply for a positive pressure mask for sand blasting.  Is oil=20
> contamination of the air a big concern?  Are there oil traps or =
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> like the water traps? etc...etc...
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> Any and all thoughts appreciated.
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> Dave Brown


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