What is the best compressor to buy?
Best Air Compressors for 2021
- Rolair VT25BIG Air Compressor.
- Best Pancake Air Compressor: Metabo HPT “The Tank” Pancake Compressor EC914SM.
- Best Inflator: Ridgid 18V Digital Inflator R87044.
- Makita Quiet Series 3 Gallon Air Compressor MAC320Q.
- Makita 5.5 HP Big Bore Gas Air Compressor MAC5501G.
What is the best affordable air compressor?
Comparison of the best air compressors for 2021
| Make | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Best big air compressor | Industrial Air | $1,689 |
| Best affordable air compressor | Craftsman | $450 |
| Best pancake air compressor | Craftsman | $149 |
| Best hot dog air compressor | California Air Tools | $231 |
What size compressor is good for home use?
There is a wide range of reservoir capacities on the market ranging from small but efficient 1-gallon models up to large commercial 80-gallon products. For your home garage, a compressor size in the 2.6-gallon to 20-gallon range should do nicely.
What compressor size do I need?
To determine the correct size of the air compressor for your needs, check the highest value CFM and PSI of your tools. Multiply the CFM by about 1.5 to get the best margin CFM required for better and safe use. Once you get the value, find an air compressor that meets the requirement.
How do I choose a compressor?
Determine which one requires the highest CFM at the highest PSI. Add 50% to the required CFM for a margin of safety, and look for a compressor that meets the requirement. For example, if a tool requires 3 CFM at 90 PSI, select a compressor that delivers at least 4.5 CFM at 90 PSI.
How big of a compressor do I need?
Determine which one requires the highest CFM at the highest PSI. Add 50 percent to the required CFM for a margin of safety, and look for a compressor that meets the requirement. For example, if a tool requires 3 CFM at 90 PSI, select a compressor that delivers at least 4.5 CFM at 90 PSI.
What is the average life of air compressor?
SGS Engineers states that reciprocating air compressors can have a life expectancy of 10 to 15 years (Source). However, our field experience at VMAC suggests that reciprocating air compressors rarely last this length of time, and 5-10 years is a more realistic estimate with appropriate maintenance.
What size air compressor do I need for a shop?
To get a feel for how much air (CFM) you will need, you can figure roughly 4-5 CFM per person in an automotive shop and 12-15 per person in a body shop. Once you determine the CFM you need, take that figure times 1.25 and use that total CFM to choose your compressor.