Ingersoll rand garage mate air compressor?

[shockwave]

I have looking for a good general air compressor got the house for smaller side jobs and I saw the smaller 20 gallon ir single stage 20 gallon for about 550 at northern tool

Has anyone used one before?
Going to use die grinder,impact etc

 

[theoldwizard1]

Die grinders use a LOT of air (CFM). Same with cut off wheels, inline or DA sanders or sandblasters. Probably need 5 hp minimum.

 

[scw1991]

+1, you'll need a true 5HP compressor which would be rated at about 17 SCFM output if you plan on use DA sander, die grinder, etc.

 

[CompressorPros.com]

Figure somewhere around 12 CFM for your DA and die grinder

 

[shockwave]

Thankyou for input I will into this but prefer something of somewhat portable instead of permantly mounted

 

[CNGsaves]

^ ^ Too small for your needs, for pretty BIG money, and lackluster quality.

You WILL need two compressors in your life long-term. Settle on smaller portable for minor uses (airing tires, brad nailing, 110v portable to take to rental house, etc). You could settle on this upright IR as that "portable" compressor to get you by for a while (don't recommend).

However LONG-TERM, be on constant CL lookout for quality 5 HP 60 gal compressor for permanent shop compressor with a copper or black pipe steel airline system.

Update GJ Profile with location and other GJer's can help you locate a good one.

 

[mjordan]

I own the 2HP model and it works with some air tools, but it takes forever to air up. I hate mine....Limited to what I can do with it. might be ok to air tires up, but as far as die grinders and sanders its junk. Go bigger...