JimmyTheMonkey
Well-known member
So after searching through dozens of threads to try and compare noise levels of various entry level and high end compressors, I am surprised at the total lack of DB information on the internet. I think the forum here, with its proliferation of all types of users, is in the best situation to compare air compressor noise outputs in decibels.
There are a ton of free smart phone apps that enable you to read the decibel rating of your compressor with your phone. A few examples of the high rated ones for the iPhone: Decibels, Decibel 10th, Decibel Ultra.
So, if you have a smart phone (or a fancy DB reader) and an air compressor, please take a couple of minutes and take a reading and then report back on this thread. List the name and model number of your compressor and a few basic specs such as tank size, CFM, HP, etc. Also, make sure to say whether your air compressor has the stock intake, modified parts, or is located in some type of sound deadening setup.
To try and keep things uniform, let's try taking noise readings from approximately 5 feet away from the unit.
What does everyone think? I think this will greatly help quantify future discussions about noise levels, and how much of a difference those low RPM motors make.
A suggested entry based on this thread (http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?p=3281084)
Puma 6060PKV. 60 gallons, vertical v-twin pump, 3hp, 150 max PSI, 12 CFM at 90 PSI.
BBC71NOVA reported 87 DB with stock intake with compressor in utility closet on August 13, 2013.
There are a ton of free smart phone apps that enable you to read the decibel rating of your compressor with your phone. A few examples of the high rated ones for the iPhone: Decibels, Decibel 10th, Decibel Ultra.
So, if you have a smart phone (or a fancy DB reader) and an air compressor, please take a couple of minutes and take a reading and then report back on this thread. List the name and model number of your compressor and a few basic specs such as tank size, CFM, HP, etc. Also, make sure to say whether your air compressor has the stock intake, modified parts, or is located in some type of sound deadening setup.
To try and keep things uniform, let's try taking noise readings from approximately 5 feet away from the unit.
What does everyone think? I think this will greatly help quantify future discussions about noise levels, and how much of a difference those low RPM motors make.
A suggested entry based on this thread (http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?p=3281084)
Puma 6060PKV. 60 gallons, vertical v-twin pump, 3hp, 150 max PSI, 12 CFM at 90 PSI.
BBC71NOVA reported 87 DB with stock intake with compressor in utility closet on August 13, 2013.
