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OT (maybe ) Air Compressors
Dan Jechura
My 20 year old air compresser has died and the wife said it was ok to replace it. I am looking at two different Huskey compressors. They are $100 apart in price. One is cheeper, single cylinder, 110volt oilless, 75db The other is 220 or 110 volt, twin cylinder, oiled, 78db. So my question is witch is better.
Re: OT (maybe ) Air Compressors
Barry Irby
I don't have any facts for you, don't know a thing about Husky AC's, but I would bet the one that lasted 20 years was an oiled compressor and that the likely hood of an oil-less one lasting anywhere near that long is between slim and none.
This is an opportunity to up grade the compressor and think of all the things you can do with compressed air. Get a good big one.
Re: OT (maybe ) Air Compressors
Bill Howatt
Don't know about Husky compressor quality.
However, an oiled compressor is general seen as the superior unit and for the same air specifications (CFM @ some pressure) is usually quieter. You make no mention of the air specs but the fact the oiled is more expensive, has a 220V option, and is marginally louder, I'd say it can produce a higher volume of compressed air.
You need to know the air requirements of the biggest tool you wish to use (now or in future) and ensure the compressor can handle it. Normally air specs are X CFM at 40PSI and Y CFM at 90 PSI if I remember correctly. This is critical for sizing the compressor.
Oil less compressors do have the advantage that there is no chance of oil mist getting into the compressed air stream which is a bit of a bonus when spraying finishes although there are traps that can be put in the line.
Bill
Re: OT (maybe ) Air Compressors
Doug Ladendorf
The Huskies are loud as thunder and generally cheaply made. You don't mention your priorities but a two stage compressor should be quieter. A slower motor (1725) would make for less noise as well. http://www.aircompressorsdirect.com Generally has good prices delivered.
Doug
