Husky air compressor question...voltage??

[burgie]

Happy Thanksgiving folks...

I am interested in a new air compressor and have been eyeing this one: http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1vZ1xhf/R-100665781/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053 from Home Depot.

It says "140 Volts"?? I have 120V and 240V in the shop but is this a misprint or is it really rated for 140V? Just never heard of that particular voltage before??

Does anyone have this one in their shop? Reviews?

Any insight would be appreciated!!!

Thanks folks...

Burgie

 

[Travis E.]

Misprint. Maybe its a dual voltage motor and someone got confused. Have you been to a store to see for yourself?

 

[burgie]

Hi Travis...

Unfortunately this particular model isn't available in my local stores...or I would. I am quite at home reading motor spec nameplates...

Looks like a good system though...but like everyone else some good, honest feedback on an expensive purchase is always appreciated...

Thanks Travis

 

[dwm]

That's a typo, it should say 240V.

At that price point, you may want to consider an IR SS5L5.

 

[burgie]

DWM...

I am looking for something to keep up with my pressurized sandblaster, shown here:

http://www.chevyc60.com/sand_blaster/san01.JPG

I am also seriously considering this big fella:

http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200318501_200318501

Though cost is always a concern, I will be buying something that will last me for quite some time...and will be receiving quite a bit of use sandblasting...

I am not worried about name... just reliability, longevity and parts availability...

Thanks...

 

[briggsguy17]

I have had this one for about 5 years, http://www.tractorsupply.com/tools/...tage-air-compressor-5-hp-3496129#BVRRWidgetID

I would certainly advise a look at it anyways. I run a semi-pro and very busy lawn and garden repair shop on the side. We use air powered lift tables and an air powered fluid evacuator, both draw a lot of air in addition to all of the standard air tools that we use, this thing has performed flawlessly. It is pretty loud though.

 

[dwm]

DWM...

I am looking for something to keep up with my pressurized sandblaster, shown here:

http://www.chevyc60.com/sand_blaster/san01.JPG

I am also seriously considering this big fella:

http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200318501_200318501

Though cost is always a concern, I will be buying something that will last me for quite some time...and will be receiving quite a bit of use sandblasting...

I am not worried about name... just reliability, longevity and parts availability...

Thanks...

If an IR Type30 is in your price range, I'd definitely choose it over a Husky or the SS5L5! Different league. Parts are readily available for them, they've been around for a very long time.

I don't have anything against the Husky, since I've not owned one. But I do know how the big box stores tend to deal with problems; they either farm out the repair (and you don't get treated very well due to not buying from the place they farm it out to) or you wait for a complete replacement. Not a big deal on something small, but 80-gallon compressors aren't something you want to be moving very often, especially if downtime equals lost money. I've seen so many people screwed buying lawn and garden tractors from the big box stores that I'd be cautious if the objective is reliability and longevity under heavy use. I looked pretty hard at the Kobalt and Husky compressors before I bought an IR. In the end there was no discernible benefit to me; I still had to get it to my home on my own dollar (so it ends up costing more), and the pumps looked pretty rough. But maybe someone with some long-term experience with one will chime in.

The CFM rating of the SS5L5 is higher than the Husky you posted, for the same price (with free freight shipping, and it can be rolled into a garage on a handtruck; I've done it). That's why I mentioned it. Donwside is reed valves (will not last as long but aren't difficult to replace) and inline cylinders (cooling is less effective versus a V configuration). Upside is price and size (60-gallon takes up less space than an 80 gallon, obviously). But if you've got money for a Type30 and it makes long-term sense for you, that's where I'd aim. I'd be looking at the Quincys too, their pumps are very high quality. And of course checking the local craigslist; if you're not in a hurry, you can do very well with a used IR or Quincy, assuming you or the seller have a means of moving it.

 

[dwm]

Also, I'm assuming that blaster is in the 7 to 15 CFM range from 80 to 125 PSI or so? Any plans for a blast cabinet later? A decent-sized cabinet would justify stepping up to a Type30 or a Quincy.

 

[burgie]

Yo DWM...

All very good points; thanks for the informative post. I have also been thinking about this Craftsman Pro unit:

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00916477000P?prdNo=16&blockNo=16&blockType=G16.

I currently own a Craftsman 5HP, 30 Gallon unit that I bought brand new in 1986 and it has performed exceptionally for the past 25 years...so I am OK with staying with what works.

Does anyone have experience with this unit?

Thanks...

 

[burgie]

PS: Plus there are several Sears stores near me...so if I did have to return it...I could load it onto my trailer and bring it to Sears. I have no Northern Tool, TSC or any other vendor close by...so any returns would require shipping...

 

[dodge610]

Yo DWM...

All very good points; thanks for the informative post. I have also been thinking about this Craftsman Pro unit:

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00916477000P?prdNo=16&blockNo=16&blockType=G16.

I currently own a Craftsman 5HP, 30 Gallon unit that I bought brand new in 1986 and it has performed exceptionally for the past 25 years...so I am OK with staying with what works.

Does anyone have experience with this unit?

Thanks...

I have this unit have had the craftsman pro for years i do bead blasting and powdercoating with it has served me very well change the oil at intervals runs as good today as the day i brought it home and parts are readily available from sears parts shipped right to the house other than oil changes and air filter changes that is about it and it keeps up fine with my beadblast cabinet.

 

[dodge610]

Happy Thanksgiving folks...

I am interested in a new air compressor and have been eyeing this one: http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1vZ1xhf/R-100665781/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053 from Home Depot.

It says "140 Volts"?? I have 120V and 240V in the shop but is this a misprint or is it really rated for 140V? Just never heard of that particular voltage before??

Does anyone have this one in their shop? Reviews?

Any insight would be appreciated!!!

Thanks folks...

Burgie

Also that husky one you were eying also says refurbished from factory I am always a little leary of that my friend bought a refurbished one he had the factory rep out there numerous times cause the motor kept on blowing something inside that caused it not to start when it needed to you had to hand spin it to get it going.

 

[dwm]

My 30-gallon Craftsman oil-free portable has worked flawlessly for me for about 15 years, other than a recent pressure switch replacement which was $75 (from Sears Parts Direct, as mentioned by dodge610). So I understand staying with what works.

I personally wouldn't want to deal with hauling an 80-gallon compressor in for a return. Verticals are very top-heavy, and one tip-over means buh-bye warranty. I typically want to bolt it down and not move it until I vacate the facility. Repairs done in-place. And that's an advantage with IR or Crafstman, if you're comfortable doing your own repair (which should be a _long_ time from now). Parts are easily ordered online and shipped to your door, quickly. In the case of IR, the local service place here is helpful and efficient for troubleshooting over the phone and parts, but I imagine that varies by location. When I know what I need to replace, I typically order online out of convenience of ordering at, oh, say 9:30PM on Thanksgiving Day.

 

[dodge610]

My 30-gallon Craftsman oil-free portable has worked flawlessly for me for about 15 years, other than a recent pressure switch replacement which was $75 (from Sears Parts Direct, as mentioned by dodge610). So I understand staying with what works.

I personally wouldn't want to deal with hauling an 80-gallon compressor in for a return. Verticals are very top-heavy, and one tip-over means buh-bye warranty. I typically want to bolt it down and not move it until I vacate the facility. Repairs done in-place. And that's an advantage with IR or Crafstman, if you're comfortable doing your own repair (which should be a _long_ time from now). Parts are easily ordered online and shipped to your door, quickly. In the case of IR, the local service place here is helpful and efficient for troubleshooting over the phone and parts, but I imagine that varies by location. When I know what I need to replace, I typically order online out of convenience of ordering at, oh, say 9:30PM on Thanksgiving Day.

That is a big 10-4 on that Sears Parts Direct ships to your door and if you need they have repair guys that will come to you at a price of course but you dont have to take the compressor any where.Sorrry about the 10-4 thats the trucker comin out in me.

 

[burgie]

I agree with all above. Nice to hear that the Craftsman is working ou so good Dodge610!! Having rebuilt gas and diesel engines, trannies and various pumps and various types of electric motors, I am familiar with maintenance should any be necessary...but I hope that won't be necessary...

Plus, as I said earlier, I have had great success with all of my Craftsman products and local presence is a big plus...

 

[dodge610]

I agree with all above. Nice to hear that the Craftsman is working ou so good Dodge610!! Having rebuilt gas and diesel engines, trannies and various pumps and various types of electric motors, I am familiar with maintenance should any be necessary...but I hope that won't be necessary...

Plus, as I said earlier, I have had great success with all of my Craftsman products and local presence is a big plus...

Nice to hear i have rebuilt the same my true passion is restoring old mopars so we are in the same boat as far as rebuilding

 

[burgie]

Dodge610...

Thanks...

I have rebuilt many old woodworking tools as well. Can't wait to build a blasting cabinet for my 1964 Chevy C60 parts as well as tools and such...

I haven't worked on my blog in months...but have some good projects shown there. It is located on my small biz website: http://www.creativelandscapeaccents.com