My current compressor is a Coleman powermate premium, oil less, 11 gallon, 1.5 hp, 6cfm at 40 psi, 4 cfm at 90 psi. For the most part it does the job needed, however it's louder than our 80 gallon Quincy at work. I've looked at Quincys but i have a hard time spending 650 dollars for a little 20 gallon. Do you guys have any other suggestions? I'd rather not go smaller, and I want to buy new.
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looking for a new compressor.
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FMC1959
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Your compressor does the job, the big issue is noise? Going oil vs. oil-less would be the biggest thing. Oil-less always louder.
mlittle29
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Makita and California Air Tools are some if the quietest on the market. Look for deck all ratings and pick the lowest.
CompressorPros.com
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Oiless compressors can be crazy loud. If the compressor is giving you enough air, you could find a similar sized one that is oil lubricated and it should be quieter. Most compressors that size turn pretty fast, which definitely contributes to the noise.
purplezr2
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Look for some older used iron, I picked up my T30 IR for 300 bucks.