New Dewalt 60-gallon setup

[buswedg]

I just purchased a new Dewalt 60-gallon two stage (DXCMV5076055), which I'm picking up next week. This is my first proper compressor, and not overly familiar with the space. So, I'm looking for some recommendations of a decent (but not overly prosumer) air filter + regulator. Wanting something reliable, but again reasonably priced. For context, I'll use the unit for sand blasting, cerakote spray painting, powering some handheld pneumatic tools, etc. I'll be the only one using it at any one time.

Perhaps something like the PneumaticPlus SAU420T-N06G-MEP?
Amazon.com: PneumaticPlus SAU420T-N06G-MEP Compressed Air Filter Regulator Combo 3/4" NPT -T-Handle, Manual Drain, Metal Bowl : Industrial & Scientific

 

[Ing3018]

I like the Master Pneumatic brand that TP Tools sells. USA made and good performance. I like that their regulator goes up to 200 psi. You can use their 1/2" size and it won't hamper your system.

 

[ZX3ST]

I put this on my setup and so far am happy with the performance. I have similar equipment and usage OP.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JNCUG0Y/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[micromind]

Milton stuff is pretty good too.

Always put a filter ahead of a regulator. If you don't, all sorts of guck will get in the regulator and it'll leak and not work well.

 

[johnre]

I have a PneumaticPlus setup that looks like the one @ZX3ST recommended, except it lacks the coalescing filter. It’s pretty good.

You should get at least the 3/8” outlet size, or maybe even 1/2”, considering the capacity of this compressor. And get the metal bowl, not plastic, on the air dryer. That two stage Dewalt will top out at 175 PSI, which exceeds the rating of the plastic bowl.

 

[buswedg]

Ok, thanks all. I think I'll go with the below. Its 1/2" with a good PSI rating. Probably go with the manual drain version.

https://www.amazon.com/PneumaticPlus-SAU430-N04DG-MEP-Particulate-Coalescing-Regulator/dp/B01JNCUTW4/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[johnre]

Also - don’t attach it to the compressor outlet; bolt it to a wall or similar next to the compressor where it’s handy to access it, and connect a short whip between the compressor outlet and this filter / regulator. It will do better away from the vibration, and it’s easier on the air fittings.

 

[buswedg]

Got it -- I did see others mention something similar. Also try and keep it elevated above the outlet?

Also, I ended up buying these as I noticed the outlet was actually 3/4:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JNCW46I?tag=atomicindus08-20

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DRMFBXZ?tag=atomicindus08-20

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C5313SMT?tag=atomicindus08-20

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DQQPXDN?tag=atomicindus08-20

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FW3DY14/?tag=atomicindus08-20

https://www.amazon.com/Flexzilla-Fittings-Lightweight-Hybrid-ZillaGreen/dp/B001C6NC7O?tag=atomicindus08-20

Feel like I've learnt a fair bit about compressors over the past 24 hours.

 

[buswedg]

I'm also curious if anyone has seen a dolly/ transporter which suit these three legged compressors? I've seen some which work for four legged options. But not three.

If nothing is out there, I may need to make something custom like the below. Or just put casters directly on the legs.

https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachments/img_4322-jpg.271772/

 

[johnre]

If I may ask, why do you want to move the compressor? It’s top heavy and a tipping hazard, and your power mains is likely fixed. You can accomplish portability much easier by leaving the compressor fixed and instead piping the air around your shop walls to where it’s needed, and for just general purpose use, put in a hose reel at one of the drops.

 

[buswedg]

I could probably get away without it. But it would be helpful for managing the space I have. That dolly I linked looked pretty solid, but it is a full custom job.

 

[ZX3ST]

I'm also curious if anyone has seen a dolly/ transporter which suit these three legged compressors? I've seen some which work for four legged options. But not three.

If nothing is out there, I may need to make something custom like the below. Or just put casters directly on the legs.

https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachments/img_4322-jpg.271772/

Don't put casters on the legs. Far too top heavy.

I bought one of these, and used 2 layers of 3/4" plywood to mount the compressor on. Works great. I utilized it in it's largest possible length/width configuration. Worked great for my drill press too.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B010HWCWOW?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[buswedg]

Finally got the compressor delivered after a long delay.

Oddly, it looks like the oil is way overfilled from factory. I can only 'just' see an air bubble at the top of the sight glass if I rock the compressor side to side. I still ran it for the 30 minute break in. Hoping that might balance it out a bit. But that didn't help at all.

Seems like there's an issue with a gasket on the front of the pump too, which had a damp pool of oil that must have been sitting for some time. When I touched it with my finger, the black paint on the pump just fell away. And I could also see that oil has leaked from the fill port, but that is possibly because it was overfilled.

 

[buswedg]

Dupe

 

[buswedg]

 

[MongoTA]

It shipped with oil in it from the factory? That's surprising to me.

Regardless, before running it more, I'd drain it down to the correct level, which is the oil level touching the red dot in the site glass.

I have a 60G two stage Quincy, I hope your Dewalt works out for you as well as the Quincy has for me.

 

[buswedg]

Yeh, the manual states that its filled from factory. They obviously weren't paying much attention when filling this one though.

The gasket on the front of the pump is a bit more of a concern. I just checked it again after giving it a wipe and its already moist in the spot I photographed.

 

[The Cobbler]

if the gasket is leaking without running it, it sounds compromised for sure .
I'd call the place you bought it from or Dewalt itself .
it could possibly be a porous casting too

 

[buswedg]

Yeh, I'm thinking the same -- it's from Lowes, so imagine they'll be good to sort it out.

 

[micromind]

I know this sounds completely stupid but did you tighten the bolts around the leaking area?

 

[The Cobbler]

^^^ Being a brand new unit, I would talk to dewalt or the store before doing that. I'd hate to find out by doing that they void warranty because it has been tampered with .

 

[jonesg]

^^^ Being a brand new unit, I would talk to dewalt or the store before doing that. I'd hate to find out by doing that they void warranty because it has been tampered with .

obviously don't tell them you snugged the bolts.
i'd run it, see what you get.

 

[buswedg]

I'll see if Lowes puts up a fight first. If they do, then I'll start exploring.

I did also note what might be a potential leak coming from the rear of the pump at the connecting cog which drives the belt. The rod itself was covered in oil after break-in and seemed to form a small running leak on its underside. But its pretty tough to get in there for a good look.

All this might just be due to the overfill too, I assume.

 

[The Cobbler]

obviously don't tell them you snugged the bolts.

but they could tell by marks on the heads from a socket .

 

[TxSteve]

but they could tell by marks on the heads from a socket .

It's a 2 stage 60 gallon compressor. Don't you think they expect the guy who buys it to snug up bolts thinks might be loose to fix a small issue?

In any case, I don't think they'll look that closely at bolt heads.

 

[MongoTA]

I'm not sure what running it with too much oil will do damage-wise. But yeah, I'd carefully drain it proper. I'd snug anything that needed snugging carefully, so as to not mar any paint. Give it a run. If it's still leaking, start working on a return or a warranty claim.

Any chance some knucklehead bought it, filled it with too much oil, ran it, damaged it and caused the leaks, returned it, and it ended up on your doorstep?

 

[jonesg]

I'm not sure what running it with too much oil will do damage-wise. But yeah, I'd carefully drain it proper. I'd snug anything that needed snugging carefully, so as to not mar any paint. Give it a run. If it's still leaking, start working on a return or a warranty claim.

Any chance some knucklehead bought it, filled it with too much oil, ran it, damaged it and caused the leaks, returned it, and it ended up on your doorstep?

foam the oil, put oil in the tank, make a mess.

 

[Chaznsc]

How’d this turn out?

 

[buswedg]

How’d this turn out?

Asked if I should just drop the oil, but they said to not and instead sent out a replacement. New one came and was also overfilled. But at least no leaks. I dropped the oil to the right level and all is well thus far.

 

[Chaznsc]