air compressor filters

[Doc1976]

getting ready to pull the trigger on a new compressor and I am looking for some suggestions on a filter/regulator setup. In the past Ive used whatever cheap general purpose filter that depot or whoever had on the shelf. This time though I am looking for a little better quality. I think a general purpose filter will do the job something like this

https://www.aircompressorsdirect.com/Ingersoll-Rand-FA40IG/p14488.html

Anyone have any experience with these or something similar to these? Also any suggestions on plumbing them? I am planning on mounting the filter and regulator on the wall behind the compressor and running a flexible line of some kind from the compressor to the filter. any help will be greatly appreciated.

 

[joe_padavano]

I've got the Devillbiss FinishLine filter for general use and have been happy with it. The "best" filter depends on your planned use. I've also got a different filter setup with dessicant for painting and a coalescing filter for media blasting.

 

[Doc1976]

the majority of my usage will be hand held air tools, with occasional use of a benchtop sandblaster. I have no issues oiling my tools each day before use, so a lubricator is not necessary.

 

[u3b3rg33k]

I like to pick compressors that have pipe thread inlets - then i can attach a filter/silencer to it without making adapter plates and threading holes in them.

filters on the pressure side go by drops - i don't bother for tools.

 

[Doc1976]

I think I have figured out what I am going to use, but I would like some opinions before I make the order. Ingersoll rand regulator and filter. regulator model R37341-600, and filter model FA40IG. Compressor stats are 15 CFM at 175 psi. I plan to use 1/2 hose from the compressor ball valve to the reg and filter mounted on the wall. From there, I will use either 3/8 or 1/2 hose to run tools. Does this sound about right? opinions welcome.