jacko
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| posted on 14/3/10 at 09:20 PM |
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Aldi compressor
Hi all my old compressor has just broke [ motor ]
so i was thinking of getting a new one can any one tell me if the Aldi one is any good.
I have lots of air tools ie impact wrench /cut off tool / air hack saw etc.
Also if i connect my old tank to the new compressor would it be better for using the above tools
Thankyou
Jacko
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austin man
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| posted on 14/3/10 at 09:22 PM |
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for the air tools you need 9cfm plus and I would say a 100 plus litre tank ideally
Life is like a bowl of fruit, funny how all the weird looking ones are left alone
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zilspeed
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| posted on 14/3/10 at 09:26 PM |
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I was using mine today.
Using the cutoff saw, it struggles to keep up. Really struggles.
For a short burst on the impact driver, it's fine, but continuous use, no.
A few people have a couple of them doubled up, but the volume must be a bit fierce because one is noisy enough.
A bigger receiver would be a very good thing indeed.
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GRRR
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| posted on 14/3/10 at 09:31 PM |
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zilspeed, dammit i just bought one, don't tell me they're poo!
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zilspeed
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| posted on 14/3/10 at 10:04 PM |
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They're not.
I'm delighted I have mine - had it about 3 years now.
All I'm saying is that short bursts rather than continuous use is what it's best at.
My impact driver was invaluable today, the cutoff saw struggled a bit with extended use.
It's still well worth having.
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jacko
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| posted on 14/3/10 at 10:43 PM |
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What pressure do they go up to 150lbs ?
Jacko
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adithorp
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| posted on 15/3/10 at 08:47 AM |
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The problem with all these small/hobby compressors is the volume of the cylinder. Fine for inflating tyres or short bursts on an air wrench, but they
don't like spray guns, cut off tools, grinders, etc. Think they're all rated to 150psi.
Of all the Aldi compressed air kit, the hose reel is probably the best value. At under £40 it's the identical thing (painted blue instead of
red), Sealey are selling for £90+vat trade. It's cheaper than the same length of hose from anywhere else... and it's good hose. I've
got 2 in daily use in the workshop for the last 2 years; One small spring broke but was easily replaced.
For the price we treat it as disposable kit anyway; I can buy and break 10 Aldi air ratchets for the price of one quality one.
adrian
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imp paul
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| posted on 15/3/10 at 08:50 AM |
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I went out to aldi and got the air cut off saw and the air nibbler cutter all are just fine and got 3 years warranty how cool is that  very locost
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sucksqueezebangblow
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| posted on 15/3/10 at 10:11 AM |
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I'm running two Aldi compressors linked together, gives me double the capacity and double the power. I've not had any problems with them.
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skydivepaul
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| posted on 15/3/10 at 11:40 AM |
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got one yesterday with the air gun, cut off saw and air ratchet all for £115.00.
going back for the hose reel today (thought i had enough hoses)
good value and o.k. for hobby / occasional use i would say
the air ratchet and gun both come with a set of sockets as well!!!
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adithorp
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| posted on 16/3/10 at 10:29 AM |
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Be aware that the Aldi warrenty is only any good if you have the reciept AND the original packing, so keep the box.
adrian
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JoelP
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| posted on 16/3/10 at 08:32 PM |
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i need me a new air hose actually, i think more leaks out the holes than makes it to the tool!
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