Thinking of a New Compressor

[Contract_Pilot]

Time for a Compressor that can handle my current requirements and go above and beyond possible future requirements. Prefer made in the USA Quincy is known to be USA Made but the FS-Curtis? local distributor says yes, FS made in usa but a web search give conflicting info. I can get the FS-Curtis locally for $100.00 less than the Quincy.

Space limits me to about a 60Gal size unless some how a larger shop appears on my lot.

1st One is the Quincy 2V41C60VC

2nd Choice is the FS-Curtis CT5 05C55V6XX-A2D

Any other Recommendations? for the $1,300 Price Range!

 

[matt_i]

I don't think you can go wrong with either one. With reasonable use you will probably be passing it along to someone in the next generation.

 

[Kevin54]

Ingersoll-Rand 2 stage 80 gallon. You can get one for around $1000. And IR has a good reputation

 

[pattenp]

Don't laugh... but I think the Harborfreight 60gal 2 stage is a decent compressor and is on sale. http://www.harborfreight.com/5-hp-60-gallon-165-psi-two-stage-air-compressor-93274.html

 

[52wrench]

What do you have now and what do you need? No need to buy a whole new tank, etc. Buy a pump and motor for the add'l SCFM you need and run parallel into the existing tank. I have a 5 HP Campbell Hausfeld with 60 gal, picked up a 5HP GE three phase for $100 off CL and a new 11 SCFM pump at HF for $40 ( clearance sale) and I run it into the 60 gal tank only when I need the add'l SCFM for the blaster. I'll have about 22-23 SCFM @ 90 when I need it. Takes a little work but is well worth it. I built a rotary phase converter to run my lathe, mill, grinder so went with three phase for this but not a requirement. Used three phase motors are CHEAP and much more robust than a single phase. This 5 HP three phase weighs 85#. The heavier the motor the better it is.

 

[larry_g]

If you get into Oregon then check at Coastal Farm store. They have the low end Quinceys and on Tuesdays they have a 10% senior discount and no sales tax. They were able to beat the mail order places on price.

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[md21722]

Harbor Freight recently changed their 5HP compressor to a single stage. The high ratings are for the old compressor.

Both are the low end of the spectrum for their respective brands. The Quincy uses a 3450 RPM motor and spins the pump at 1310 RPM. I am not sure of the specs on the Curtis. This is a cheaper place:

http://www.portlandcompressor.com/s...hp-60-gallon-2-stage-230v-air-compressor.aspx

I know the local Curtis, Champion, and Sullair distributor in my town sells a ton of Curtis 7.5 HP CT series. They say all the shops in town use them because of the price point. We also are at 6,000-6,500 feet where a 7.5HP is downrated about 20-25% due to altitude so its closer to the way a 5HP would work at sea level. They will sell you a Champion but move more of the Curtis because of price.

 

[Contract_Pilot]

If you get into Oregon then check at Coastal Farm store. They have the low end Quinceys and on Tuesdays they have a 10% senior discount and no sales tax. They were able to beat the mail order places on price.

lg
no neat sig line

Checked they only have an 80 gal and I only have room for a 60

 

[SweetD]

For $100 difference over your lifetime, go with the Quincy...no?

 

[Contract_Pilot]

New to me 1.5 years old Quincy Qt-54 got for a good price locally.

I Have to poor a pad make a lean-to shed and finish wiring the sub panel. Busy till next week....

Now the Hunt for a Blast Cabinet. Thinking of the TP Tools 960 or the 970.