Recent content by Bob_McBob

I recently set up a DV 7.5hp compressor, which is used primarily to run an abrasive blast cabinet. The "issue" I'm having is that even with the largest nozzle option the manufacturer offers and a high pressure setting, the compressor has no problem whatsoever keeping up with the output, so it...

I ordered the compressor last week, so it should hopefully be here in another 2-3 weeks, which gives me a bit of time to continue digesting all the great advice here. I'm thinking now I might try the DIY radiator and drain setup to start and see how things go. I've also decided it really should...

When I talk about "DIY" aftercoolers I primarily mean the ones that seem to be popular on Youtube with long runs of pipe mounted on the wall. I always assumed the radiator style ones were an actual product meant to be used as a compressor aftercooler since they obviously exist commercially, but...

Thank you for all the replies so far, I really appreciate the insight from more experienced users and have been doing further research based on this thread. Like MacMcMacmac said, Ontario is quite humid in the summer, so I'm concerned about nozzle clogs and other poor performance with the...

I'm putting together a brand new air setup for sandblasting. I decided on a Skat Blast cabinet from TP Tools, and a DV 7.5hp HDI compressor since they seem to be one of the best on the market here in Canada. I'm now trying to figure out what equipment I actually need to obtain suitably dry air...