Campbell Hausfeld Air Compressor TQ3101

[TC007]

Looking for an air compressor for my shop (in Canada).
I liked the Sears 14.1 SCFM @ 90lbs compressor but for $1299 a ripoff.
I emailed them and said the price (in Canada) was about $300 too much.
They emailed me back and said I could wait for a sale (basically they didn't care) KMS is a tool supplier here in Canada, and they had a CH compressor 16 SCFM @ 90 lbs on for $999. This is a deal in Canada, so I think I may pick one up.

http://www.kmstools.com/campbell-hausfeld-16-cfm-60-gallon-compressor-5861

Is this a good compressor? What do you guys think?

 

[R6 Racer]

How close are you to the border? There are a lot of compressors that will have no duty on them at all. For a thousand bucks you can get way more compressor south of the border.

JMO
Steve

 

[dankicksass]

In the states, a CH 60 gal compressor is less than half that price.

 

[TC007]

3 1/2 hr drive to the border, so 7 hrs both ways. Then order to a border pickup site take it across customs. Gas for the truck, I don't think I'd save much in the long run.
Not just a 60 gallon tank but 16 CFM?
The price isn't that far out?

http://www.aircompressorsdirect.com/Iron-Horse-IHD7160V1-Air-Compressor/p5490.html

 

[Canadian Cowboy]

That model is only a single stage compressor keep that in mind if you are going to use air hungry air tools or a blast cabinet.The working pressure is most likely around 130 psi mark.

CC

 

[TC007]

That model is only a single stage compressor keep that in mind if you are going to use air hungry air tools or a blast cabinet.The working pressure is most likely around 130 psi mark.

CC

Thanks just a small two bay backyard garage with no hoist.
Was just looking for a 5HP 17 amp 208-240v 16CFM@90. Thought this is just what I am looking for. Cast iron compressor 4cyl single stage max 140lbs. Don't need a 2 stage don't have the electrical for it.

 

[Canadian Cowboy]

Dual stage compressors do come with single phase 230v motors.

CC

 

[TC007]

Most 5HP dual stage compressors take at min. 30 amps at 208-240v that I have seen. Too much power draw for my small garage.

 

[Canadian Cowboy]

I realize you dont need one but All the 208-230 motors I have seen have been around the 20-23.5 amp range.
Here is a example and it is 20.6 amps,

CC

 

[matthew]

For your application do you really need 16 cfm, or will 11cfm be adequate - this one seems like a better deal to me - rebuilt, but maybe worthwhile???

 

[TC007]

Thanks Matthew
I seen that one but 10.3 CFM @90 is a bit low for some of my body work tools and a small blast cabinet (needs 12 CFM @90 minimum).

All I asked if that particular compressor is good if others have it.
Never really asked for what compressor to use? I have been a mechanic for over 40 years so don't really need the advice on what to pick but thanks anyway.

 

[TC007]

I realize you dont need one but All the 208-230 motors I have seen have been around the 20-23.5 amp range.
Here is a example and it is 20.6 amps,

CC

Start up for your motor is 22.7 Amps so would need a minimum circuit of 30 amps just for the motor. What about the rest of the garage? What point are you trying to make?

 

[Canadian Cowboy]

Start up for your motor is 22.7 Amps so would need a minimum circuit of 30 amps just for the motor. What about the rest of the garage? What point are you trying to make?

The original O.P was asking about a compressor,the quality,Etc.
I only was offering advice,Chime in if you are knowledgeable on the subject.

CC

 

[Canadian Cowboy]

Start up for your motor is 22.7 Amps so would need a minimum circuit of 30 amps just for the motor. What about the rest of the garage? What point are you trying to make?

Since you are so knowledgeable share and explain to the membership in detail how you arrived that a 30 amp circuit breaker would be required and not lets say a twenty five amp breaker.
Give your theory as well.

CC

 

[TC007]

Since you are so knowledgeable share and explain to the membership in detail how you arrived that a 30 amp circuit breaker would be required and not lets say a twenty five amp breaker.
Give your theory as well.

CC