hi folks any advice on what size comp to get the one i have is crap and has packed up
i only want one for a single workshop 240v mains not to big it fills the place but not one that runs out of puff every 2 mins whan useind a die grinder ect
thanks

to run a die grinder or any air powered tools i would go for at least a 100l tank, i have a small 50l 3hp compressor it cant really cope with my 1/2" impact gun, not really enough pressure there. depends how much space and money you got.

rob

Die grinders and cut off saws will make anything grunt, they use a lot of cfm. I have a 3hp 12cfm unit and don't use the die grinder because it runs the motor all the time. They ice up in this weather as well so now I use a dremel lookalike, it uses less electricity than a compressor.

i need it to be up to runninig all my tools air ratchet impact gun grinder

You want to be looking for one with at least 14 cfm, larger tank the better. Also check the bore size of your air line , small bore/longer pipes will restrict air flow. I make it a point to use 10mm airline

[Edited on 6/2/09 by rusty nuts]

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