I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for
their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try
some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it
would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just
as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and
98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 2:14:01 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:
HVLP use? That will depend on how often and how big of a job(s). I read that a minimum
of 10 g is needed but I've also read that if you don't mind stressing your unit out, you could
get by with a smaller one. I'm sure that there are other folks here that can speak to that in
more detail.
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 2:14:01 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for
their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try
some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it
would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just
as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and
98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
First, let's address the size issue.
The Performax is 32" L x 14 1/2" W. My 6 gallon PC pancake is 16" in diameter.
Seems like the pancake takes up much less floor space than the unit you are looking at.
Service after the sale? I'm not sure why you expect much "service after the sale"
from Menards or Lowes. *Maybe* if Menards has them in stock you might be able return it and buy new within their standard return period, but I don't think either store
provides anything in the way of repair services on low-end compressors or even
much help in finding parts or service.
I looked around a bit and there isn't much info out there on that unit. On the other hand,
parts are readily available for my PC C2002. Maybe you can find parts below as there
are a couple of other-branded compressors that look very much like the Powermax.
https://mastertoolrepair.com/air-compressor-parts-by-brand-c-271.html
HVLP use? That will depend on how often and how big of a job(s). I read that a minimum
of 10 g is needed but I've also read that if you don't mind stressing your unit out, you could
get by with a smaller one. I'm sure that there are other folks here that can speak to that in
more detail.
As far as sitting there 98% of the time, I used to say the same thing about mine - until I
made it easier to use.
I have a retractable hose reel hanging from the garage ceiling and I ran PEX from
the garage down to my basement shop. I have air in the shop for nail guns, blow
guns, etc. With the garage hose reel and a couple of extra hoses, I almost never
have to move the compressor whether I'm using it in the garage, driveway, shop,
backyard or even in the house hanging trim. I use it a lot more often than I did
when I had to pull everything out, carry it around, etc. All I have to do now is turn
it on.
My compressor sits under a counter in my garage, plugged and piped in, so it's
not in the way and readily available when I need it.
On 4/29/2022 4:13 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 2:14:01 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for
their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try
some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it
would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just
as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
First, let's address the size issue.
The Performax is 32" L x 14 1/2" W. My 6 gallon PC pancake is 16" in diameter.
Seems like the pancake takes up much less floor space than the unit you are looking at.
Service after the sale? I'm not sure why you expect much "service after the sale"
from Menards or Lowes. *Maybe* if Menards has them in stock you might be able
return it and buy new within their standard return period, but I don't think either store
provides anything in the way of repair services on low-end compressors or even
much help in finding parts or service.
I looked around a bit and there isn't much info out there on that unit. On the other hand,
parts are readily available for my PC C2002. Maybe you can find parts below as there
are a couple of other-branded compressors that look very much like the Powermax.
https://mastertoolrepair.com/air-compressor-parts-by-brand-c-271.html
HVLP use? That will depend on how often and how big of a job(s). I read that a minimum
of 10 g is needed but I've also read that if you don't mind stressing your unit out, you could
get by with a smaller one. I'm sure that there are other folks here that can speak to that in
more detail.
As far as sitting there 98% of the time, I used to say the same thing about mine - until I
made it easier to use.
I have a retractable hose reel hanging from the garage ceiling and I ran PEX from
the garage down to my basement shop. I have air in the shop for nail guns, blow
guns, etc. With the garage hose reel and a couple of extra hoses, I almost never
have to move the compressor whether I'm using it in the garage, driveway, shop,
backyard or even in the house hanging trim. I use it a lot more often than I did
when I had to pull everything out, carry it around, etc. All I have to do now is turn
it on.
My compressor sits under a counter in my garage, plugged and piped in, so it'sThank you for your reply! I will look at them side by side before I
not in the way and readily available when I need it.
make up my mind.
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 10:38:33 PM UTC-4, Bill wrote:
On 4/29/2022 4:13 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 2:14:01 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:Thank you for your reply! I will look at them side by side before I
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for
their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try >>>> some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it >>>> would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just
as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >>>> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
First, let's address the size issue.
The Performax is 32" L x 14 1/2" W. My 6 gallon PC pancake is 16" in diameter.
Seems like the pancake takes up much less floor space than the unit you are >>> looking at.
Service after the sale? I'm not sure why you expect much "service after the sale"
from Menards or Lowes. *Maybe* if Menards has them in stock you might be able
return it and buy new within their standard return period, but I don't think either store
provides anything in the way of repair services on low-end compressors or even
much help in finding parts or service.
I looked around a bit and there isn't much info out there on that unit. On the other hand,
parts are readily available for my PC C2002. Maybe you can find parts below as there
are a couple of other-branded compressors that look very much like the Powermax.
https://mastertoolrepair.com/air-compressor-parts-by-brand-c-271.html
HVLP use? That will depend on how often and how big of a job(s). I read that a minimum
of 10 g is needed but I've also read that if you don't mind stressing your unit out, you could
get by with a smaller one. I'm sure that there are other folks here that can speak to that in
more detail.
As far as sitting there 98% of the time, I used to say the same thing about mine - until I
made it easier to use.
I have a retractable hose reel hanging from the garage ceiling and I ran PEX from
the garage down to my basement shop. I have air in the shop for nail guns, blow
guns, etc. With the garage hose reel and a couple of extra hoses, I almost never
have to move the compressor whether I'm using it in the garage, driveway, shop,
backyard or even in the house hanging trim. I use it a lot more often than I did
when I had to pull everything out, carry it around, etc. All I have to do now is turn
it on.
My compressor sits under a counter in my garage, plugged and piped in, so it's
not in the way and readily available when I need it.
make up my mind.
Make it quick...that sale ends tomorrow, doesn't it?
On 4/29/2022 11:30 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 10:38:33 PM UTC-4, Bill wrote:
On 4/29/2022 4:13 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 2:14:01 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:Thank you for your reply! I will look at them side by side before I
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for >>>> their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try >>>> some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it >>>> would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just >>>> as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and
98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
First, let's address the size issue.
The Performax is 32" L x 14 1/2" W. My 6 gallon PC pancake is 16" in diameter.
Seems like the pancake takes up much less floor space than the unit you are
looking at.
Service after the sale? I'm not sure why you expect much "service after the sale"
from Menards or Lowes. *Maybe* if Menards has them in stock you might be able
return it and buy new within their standard return period, but I don't think either store
provides anything in the way of repair services on low-end compressors or even
much help in finding parts or service.
I looked around a bit and there isn't much info out there on that unit. On the other hand,
parts are readily available for my PC C2002. Maybe you can find parts below as there
are a couple of other-branded compressors that look very much like the Powermax.
https://mastertoolrepair.com/air-compressor-parts-by-brand-c-271.html >>>
HVLP use? That will depend on how often and how big of a job(s). I read that a minimum
of 10 g is needed but I've also read that if you don't mind stressing your unit out, you could
get by with a smaller one. I'm sure that there are other folks here that can speak to that in
more detail.
As far as sitting there 98% of the time, I used to say the same thing about mine - until I
made it easier to use.
I have a retractable hose reel hanging from the garage ceiling and I ran PEX from
the garage down to my basement shop. I have air in the shop for nail guns, blow
guns, etc. With the garage hose reel and a couple of extra hoses, I almost never
have to move the compressor whether I'm using it in the garage, driveway, shop,
backyard or even in the house hanging trim. I use it a lot more often than I did
when I had to pull everything out, carry it around, etc. All I have to do now is turn
it on.
My compressor sits under a counter in my garage, plugged and piped in, so it's
not in the way and readily available when I need it.
make up my mind.
Make it quick...that sale ends tomorrow, doesn't it?Yes! ;) BTW, According to Lowes' web site, an 8 gallon compressor can
do HVLP, but surely not at "pro speeds"... I should look at the specs of actual tools at (I won't say "where"-ha). The P-C 6 gallon has
"established quality", and is $169 too! Hose extra! : ) I remember
Lew Hodgett advising not to go with a 1/4" hose. I was lining up all
sorts of "yard work" for tomorrow, I hadn't even thought about shopping. Thanks for reminding me about the sale ending.
BTW if whatever you buy comes with the wing-nut type drain valve that you have to turn 10 times to open, replace it with a quarter turn ball valve.
https://www.amazon.com/Bostitch-BTFP72327-Ball-Drain-Valve/dp/B00HXD2UZA
On 4/30/2022 12:53 AM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
BTW if whatever you buy comes with the wing-nut type drain valve that you have to turn 10 times to open, replace it with a quarter turn ball valve.
https://www.amazon.com/Bostitch-BTFP72327-Ball-Drain-Valve/dp/B00HXD2UZAThank you! I added it to my "wish list" so I can find it again.
I guess that's why I don't have an air compressor already, the search
wears me down. I noticed that the 8-gallon size (5.2 CFM at 40, 4.2 CFM
at 90) gets you into the "impact wrench" range, and some specially
designed paint guns (designed for smaller compressors). My dad used to
say "..you have champagne tastes and a beer budget."
I will say that I enjoy my power washer,
as it assisted me in repainting my deck last summer. I'm looking
forward to washing off the "new mold" (from the "trex"-like floor
boards), as part of my "spring cleaning". It's a real winner for that!
I have done it by hand in the past, and there is no comparison.
I had a PC for years and it was fine. I handed it down to my son and bought myself a California compressor. This is the best thing I ever did. It is whisper quiet. If you have to be in the same room with your compressor, trust me, it can become reallyannoying. I've had this one for several years now with no problems. I don't know what they sell for now, but I do know they're more expensive than what's available in a big box store. But I honestly believe the level of sound is well worth every penny.
Well I don't have it as well plugged in as the previous poster, I do also have the hose reel which is great.This is what I bought:
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be similar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doesn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some storessecond HF compressor for my satellite upholstery shop across town. Both are used moderately to often, for the past 5 yrs or so, and still working fine. I've never tried finish spraying with these, as I have a 25 gal. Campbell Hausfeld for that.
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-125-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an extension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directly into a socket.
On an in-house upholstery job I bought the Harbor Freight unit for such road trips. I had thought the unit was defective, didn't run properly, when I tried using an extension cord. I was later informed to not use an extension cord. I had bought the
If your purchase is used similarly as I've use the HFs, then it should last a good long time for you.tool oil from the pressure side of the coupling.
My hose fittings always developed air leaks, which bugs the heck out of me. Someone recently told me to oil my fittings, when oiling my tools.... I haven't oiled them yet. Supposedly oiling helps reduce the fitting's air leaks. Was told to apply air
Sonny
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 10:38:33 PM UTC-4, Bill wrote:You have to weigh the availability of parts vs the likelihood of
On 4/29/2022 4:13 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 2:14:01 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:Thank you for your reply! I will look at them side by side before I
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for
their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try >> >> some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it
would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just
as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >> >> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
First, let's address the size issue.
The Performax is 32" L x 14 1/2" W. My 6 gallon PC pancake is 16" in diameter.
Seems like the pancake takes up much less floor space than the unit you are
looking at.
Service after the sale? I'm not sure why you expect much "service after the sale"
from Menards or Lowes. *Maybe* if Menards has them in stock you might be able
return it and buy new within their standard return period, but I don't think either store
provides anything in the way of repair services on low-end compressors or even
much help in finding parts or service.
I looked around a bit and there isn't much info out there on that unit. On the other hand,
parts are readily available for my PC C2002. Maybe you can find parts below as there
are a couple of other-branded compressors that look very much like the Powermax.
https://mastertoolrepair.com/air-compressor-parts-by-brand-c-271.html
HVLP use? That will depend on how often and how big of a job(s). I read that a minimum
of 10 g is needed but I've also read that if you don't mind stressing your unit out, you could
get by with a smaller one. I'm sure that there are other folks here that can speak to that in
more detail.
As far as sitting there 98% of the time, I used to say the same thing about mine - until I
made it easier to use.
I have a retractable hose reel hanging from the garage ceiling and I ran PEX from
the garage down to my basement shop. I have air in the shop for nail guns, blow
guns, etc. With the garage hose reel and a couple of extra hoses, I almost never
have to move the compressor whether I'm using it in the garage, driveway, shop,
backyard or even in the house hanging trim. I use it a lot more often than I did
when I had to pull everything out, carry it around, etc. All I have to do now is turn
it on.
My compressor sits under a counter in my garage, plugged and piped in, so it's
not in the way and readily available when I need it.
make up my mind.
Make it quick...that sale ends tomorrow, doesn't it?
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for
their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try
some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it
would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just
as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and
98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
On Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 9:51:09 AM UTC-4, Sonny wrote:second HF compressor for my satellite upholstery shop across town. Both are used moderately to often, for the past 5 yrs or so, and still working fine. I've never tried finish spraying with these, as I have a 25 gal. Campbell Hausfeld for that.
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be similar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doesn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some stores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-125-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an extension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directly into a socket.
On an in-house upholstery job I bought the Harbor Freight unit for such road trips. I had thought the unit was defective, didn't run properly, when I tried using an extension cord. I was later informed to not use an extension cord. I had bought the
tool oil from the pressure side of the coupling.
If your purchase is used similarly as I've use the HFs, then it should last a good long time for you.
My hose fittings always developed air leaks, which bugs the heck out of me. Someone recently told me to oil my fittings, when oiling my tools.... I haven't oiled them yet. Supposedly oiling helps reduce the fitting's air leaks. Was told to apply air
Sonny
I run my PC on a 6' extension cord all the time. However, it's coiled up a little
so I'm really only using about 3 feet of it. Maybe that makes a difference. ;-)
On Fri, 29 Apr 2022 20:30:05 -0700 (PDT), DerbyDad03
<teamarrows@eznet.net> wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 10:38:33 PM UTC-4, Bill wrote:You have to weigh the availability of parts vs the likelihood of
On 4/29/2022 4:13 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 2:14:01 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:Thank you for your reply! I will look at them side by side before I
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for >>>>> their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try >>>>> some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it >>>>> would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just >>>>> as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >>>>> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
First, let's address the size issue.
The Performax is 32" L x 14 1/2" W. My 6 gallon PC pancake is 16" in diameter.
Seems like the pancake takes up much less floor space than the unit you are
looking at.
Service after the sale? I'm not sure why you expect much "service after the sale"
from Menards or Lowes. *Maybe* if Menards has them in stock you might be able
return it and buy new within their standard return period, but I don't think either store
provides anything in the way of repair services on low-end compressors or even
much help in finding parts or service.
I looked around a bit and there isn't much info out there on that unit. On the other hand,
parts are readily available for my PC C2002. Maybe you can find parts below as there
are a couple of other-branded compressors that look very much like the Powermax.
https://mastertoolrepair.com/air-compressor-parts-by-brand-c-271.html
HVLP use? That will depend on how often and how big of a job(s). I read that a minimum
of 10 g is needed but I've also read that if you don't mind stressing your unit out, you could
get by with a smaller one. I'm sure that there are other folks here that can speak to that in
more detail.
As far as sitting there 98% of the time, I used to say the same thing about mine - until I
made it easier to use.
I have a retractable hose reel hanging from the garage ceiling and I ran PEX from
the garage down to my basement shop. I have air in the shop for nail guns, blow
guns, etc. With the garage hose reel and a couple of extra hoses, I almost never
have to move the compressor whether I'm using it in the garage, driveway, shop,
backyard or even in the house hanging trim. I use it a lot more often than I did
when I had to pull everything out, carry it around, etc. All I have to do now is turn
it on.
My compressor sits under a counter in my garage, plugged and piped in, so it's
not in the way and readily available when I need it.
make up my mind.
Make it quick...that sale ends tomorrow, doesn't it?
needing parts. A good compressor may last 45 years without requiring a
single part. For most guys on here that's a "lifetime purchace". A
cheaper (not necessarily less expensive) unit may need parts every 5
years. And guess which one will LIKELY have parts available 10 years
from now? How about 20?
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be simi= >lar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doe= >sn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some s= >tores >http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-1= >25-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an ext= >ension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directl= >y into a socket. =20
On 4/29/2022 11:30 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 10:38:33 PM UTC-4, Bill wrote:
On 4/29/2022 4:13 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 2:14:01 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:Thank you for your reply! I will look at them side by side before I
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for >>>>> their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try >>>>> some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it >>>>> would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just >>>>> as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >>>>> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
First, let's address the size issue.
The Performax is 32" L x 14 1/2" W. My 6 gallon PC pancake is 16" in diameter.
Seems like the pancake takes up much less floor space than the unit you are
looking at.
Service after the sale? I'm not sure why you expect much "service after the sale"
from Menards or Lowes. *Maybe* if Menards has them in stock you might be able
return it and buy new within their standard return period, but I don't think either store
provides anything in the way of repair services on low-end compressors or even
much help in finding parts or service.
I looked around a bit and there isn't much info out there on that unit. On the other hand,
parts are readily available for my PC C2002. Maybe you can find parts below as there
are a couple of other-branded compressors that look very much like the Powermax.
https://mastertoolrepair.com/air-compressor-parts-by-brand-c-271.html
HVLP use? That will depend on how often and how big of a job(s). I read that a minimum
of 10 g is needed but I've also read that if you don't mind stressing your unit out, you could
get by with a smaller one. I'm sure that there are other folks here that can speak to that in
more detail.
As far as sitting there 98% of the time, I used to say the same thing about mine - until I
made it easier to use.
I have a retractable hose reel hanging from the garage ceiling and I ran PEX from
the garage down to my basement shop. I have air in the shop for nail guns, blow
guns, etc. With the garage hose reel and a couple of extra hoses, I almost never
have to move the compressor whether I'm using it in the garage, driveway, shop,
backyard or even in the house hanging trim. I use it a lot more often than I did
when I had to pull everything out, carry it around, etc. All I have to do now is turn
it on.
My compressor sits under a counter in my garage, plugged and piped in, so it's
not in the way and readily available when I need it.
make up my mind.
Make it quick...that sale ends tomorrow, doesn't it?
Yes! ;) BTW, According to Lowes' web site, an 8 gallon compressor can
do HVLP, but surely not at "pro speeds"... I should look at the specs of >actual tools at (I won't say "where"-ha). The P-C 6 gallon has
"established quality", and is $169 too! Hose extra! : ) I remember
Lew Hodgett advising not to go with a 1/4" hose. I was lining up all
sorts of "yard work" for tomorrow, I hadn't even thought about shopping.
Thanks for reminding me about the sale ending.
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be similar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doesn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some stores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-125-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an extension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directly into a socket.
On an in-house upholstery job I bought the Harbor Freight unit for such road trips. I had thought the unit was defective, didn't run properly, when I tried using an extension cord. I was later informed to not use an extension cord.
I had bought the second HF compressor for my satellite upholstery shop across town. Both are used moderately to often, for the past 5 yrs or so, and still working fine. I've never tried finish spraying with these, as I have a 25 gal. CampbellHausfeld for that.
If your purchase is used similarly as I've use the HFs, then it should last a good long time for you.air tool oil from the pressure side of the coupling.
My hose fittings always developed air leaks, which bugs the heck out of me. Someone recently told me to oil my fittings, when oiling my tools.... I haven't oiled them yet. Supposedly oiling helps reduce the fitting's air leaks. Was told to apply
Sonny
On 4/29/2022 1:13 AM, Bill wrote:
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for
their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try
some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it
would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just
as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and
98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
Maintenance free. It's a throw away unit when something goes wrong.I burned one out installing my hardwood flooring (less than 300 aq ft
And it will likely be noisy. And what will you use it for? Pool toys?
A nail gun? It is not even large enough to blow our your shop with
out running continuously.
On 4/30/2022 10:51 AM, DerbyDad03 wrote:second HF compressor for my satellite upholstery shop across town. Both are used moderately to often, for the past 5 yrs or so, and still working fine. I've never tried finish spraying with these, as I have a 25 gal. Campbell Hausfeld for that.
On Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 9:51:09 AM UTC-4, Sonny wrote:
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be similar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doesn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some stores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-125-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an extension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directly into a socket.
On an in-house upholstery job I bought the Harbor Freight unit for such road trips. I had thought the unit was defective, didn't run properly, when I tried using an extension cord. I was later informed to not use an extension cord. I had bought the
tool oil from the pressure side of the coupling.
If your purchase is used similarly as I've use the HFs, then it should last a good long time for you.
My hose fittings always developed air leaks, which bugs the heck out of me. Someone recently told me to oil my fittings, when oiling my tools.... I haven't oiled them yet. Supposedly oiling helps reduce the fitting's air leaks. Was told to apply air
My "shop compressor" in the garage had trouble starting on the 20
Sonny
I run my PC on a 6' extension cord all the time. However, it's coiled up a little
so I'm really only using about 3 feet of it. Maybe that makes a difference. ;-)
No, you are using all 6' LOL. That is likely not long enough to
present any voltage drop at the compressor.
My larger 25 gal compressor will not run on a long extension cord but
runs fine on a 6' 12 gauge extension cord.
On Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 9:51:09 AM UTC-4, Sonny wrote:second HF compressor for my satellite upholstery shop across town. Both are used moderately to often, for the past 5 yrs or so, and still working fine. I've never tried finish spraying with these, as I have a 25 gal. Campbell Hausfeld for that.
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be similar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doesn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some stores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-125-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an extension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directly into a socket.
On an in-house upholstery job I bought the Harbor Freight unit for such road trips. I had thought the unit was defective, didn't run properly, when I tried using an extension cord. I was later informed to not use an extension cord. I had bought the
tool oil from the pressure side of the coupling.
If your purchase is used similarly as I've use the HFs, then it should last a good long time for you.
My hose fittings always developed air leaks, which bugs the heck out of me. Someone recently told me to oil my fittings, when oiling my tools.... I haven't oiled them yet. Supposedly oiling helps reduce the fitting's air leaks. Was told to apply air
A #14 cord less than 25 ft long should be a non-issue. Better yet, a
Sonny
I run my PC on a 6' extension cord all the time. However, it's coiled up a little
so I'm really only using about 3 feet of it. Maybe that makes a difference. ;-)
On 4/30/2022 10:53 AM, Clare Snyder wrote:
On Fri, 29 Apr 2022 20:30:05 -0700 (PDT), DerbyDad03
<teamarrows@eznet.net> wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 10:38:33 PM UTC-4, Bill wrote:You have to weigh the availability of parts vs the likelihood of
On 4/29/2022 4:13 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 2:14:01 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:Thank you for your reply! I will look at them side by side before I
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air >>>>>> compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for >>>>>> their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about >>>>>> $130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try >>>>>> some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes >>>>>> doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it >>>>>> would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just >>>>>> as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >>>>>> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
First, let's address the size issue.
The Performax is 32" L x 14 1/2" W. My 6 gallon PC pancake is 16" in diameter.
Seems like the pancake takes up much less floor space than the unit you are
looking at.
Service after the sale? I'm not sure why you expect much "service after the sale"
from Menards or Lowes. *Maybe* if Menards has them in stock you might be able
return it and buy new within their standard return period, but I don't think either store
provides anything in the way of repair services on low-end compressors or even
much help in finding parts or service.
I looked around a bit and there isn't much info out there on that unit. On the other hand,
parts are readily available for my PC C2002. Maybe you can find parts below as there
are a couple of other-branded compressors that look very much like the Powermax.
https://mastertoolrepair.com/air-compressor-parts-by-brand-c-271.html >>>>>
HVLP use? That will depend on how often and how big of a job(s). I read that a minimum
of 10 g is needed but I've also read that if you don't mind stressing your unit out, you could
get by with a smaller one. I'm sure that there are other folks here that can speak to that in
more detail.
As far as sitting there 98% of the time, I used to say the same thing about mine - until I
made it easier to use.
I have a retractable hose reel hanging from the garage ceiling and I ran PEX from
the garage down to my basement shop. I have air in the shop for nail guns, blow
guns, etc. With the garage hose reel and a couple of extra hoses, I almost never
have to move the compressor whether I'm using it in the garage, driveway, shop,
backyard or even in the house hanging trim. I use it a lot more often than I did
when I had to pull everything out, carry it around, etc. All I have to do now is turn
it on.
My compressor sits under a counter in my garage, plugged and piped in, so it's
not in the way and readily available when I need it.
make up my mind.
Make it quick...that sale ends tomorrow, doesn't it?
needing parts. A good compressor may last 45 years without requiring a
single part. For most guys on here that's a "lifetime purchace". A
cheaper (not necessarily less expensive) unit may need parts every 5
years. And guess which one will LIKELY have parts available 10 years
from now? How about 20?
Good points but for a $130 compressor it is likely that repairs would be
more than replacement.
On Sat, 30 Apr 2022 00:10:34 -0400, Bill <nonegiven@att.net> wrote:Even painting a bicycle it's a problem - - - It will handle an air
On 4/29/2022 11:30 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 10:38:33 PM UTC-4, Bill wrote:
On 4/29/2022 4:13 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 2:14:01 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:Thank you for your reply! I will look at them side by side before I
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air >>>>>> compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for >>>>>> their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about >>>>>> $130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try >>>>>> some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes >>>>>> doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it >>>>>> would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just >>>>>> as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >>>>>> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
First, let's address the size issue.
The Performax is 32" L x 14 1/2" W. My 6 gallon PC pancake is 16" in diameter.
Seems like the pancake takes up much less floor space than the unit you are
looking at.
Service after the sale? I'm not sure why you expect much "service after the sale"
from Menards or Lowes. *Maybe* if Menards has them in stock you might be able
return it and buy new within their standard return period, but I don't think either store
provides anything in the way of repair services on low-end compressors or even
much help in finding parts or service.
I looked around a bit and there isn't much info out there on that unit. On the other hand,
parts are readily available for my PC C2002. Maybe you can find parts below as there
are a couple of other-branded compressors that look very much like the Powermax.
https://mastertoolrepair.com/air-compressor-parts-by-brand-c-271.html >>>>>
HVLP use? That will depend on how often and how big of a job(s). I read that a minimum
of 10 g is needed but I've also read that if you don't mind stressing your unit out, you could
get by with a smaller one. I'm sure that there are other folks here that can speak to that in
more detail.
As far as sitting there 98% of the time, I used to say the same thing about mine - until I
made it easier to use.
I have a retractable hose reel hanging from the garage ceiling and I ran PEX from
the garage down to my basement shop. I have air in the shop for nail guns, blow
guns, etc. With the garage hose reel and a couple of extra hoses, I almost never
have to move the compressor whether I'm using it in the garage, driveway, shop,
backyard or even in the house hanging trim. I use it a lot more often than I did
when I had to pull everything out, carry it around, etc. All I have to do now is turn
it on.
My compressor sits under a counter in my garage, plugged and piped in, so it's
not in the way and readily available when I need it.
make up my mind.
Make it quick...that sale ends tomorrow, doesn't it?
Yes! ;) BTW, According to Lowes' web site, an 8 gallon compressor can
do HVLP, but surely not at "pro speeds"... I should look at the specs of >>actual tools at (I won't say "where"-ha). The P-C 6 gallon has >>"established quality", and is $169 too! Hose extra! : ) I remember
Lew Hodgett advising not to go with a 1/4" hose. I was lining up all
sorts of "yard work" for tomorrow, I hadn't even thought about shopping.
Thanks for reminding me about the sale ending.
You can do it for a bit until the tank runs down, then have to wait
for pressure to build back up. Whether this is an issue depends on
what you are working on. Small boxes, not really an issue. Doing the
whole house it's a problem.
On Sat, 30 Apr 2022 06:51:06 -0700 (PDT), Sonny <cedar...@aol.com>
wrote:
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be similar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doesn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some stores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-125-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an extension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directly into a socket.
On an in-house upholstery job I bought the Harbor Freight unit for such road trips. I had thought the unit was defective, didn't run properly, when I tried using an extension cord. I was later informed to not use an extension cord.What kind of extension cord were you using? I've never had any
problem with any kind of 110v wall-plug power tool with my 10 gage 100
ft cord. But most people don't have 10 gage extension cords, they
have 14 or 16 gage.
On 4/30/2022 10:51 AM, DerbyDad03 wrote:second HF compressor for my satellite upholstery shop across town. Both are used moderately to often, for the past 5 yrs or so, and still working fine. I've never tried finish spraying with these, as I have a 25 gal. Campbell Hausfeld for that.
On Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 9:51:09 AM UTC-4, Sonny wrote:
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be similar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doesn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some stores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-125-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an extension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directly into a socket.
On an in-house upholstery job I bought the Harbor Freight unit for such road trips. I had thought the unit was defective, didn't run properly, when I tried using an extension cord. I was later informed to not use an extension cord. I had bought the
tool oil from the pressure side of the coupling.
If your purchase is used similarly as I've use the HFs, then it should last a good long time for you.
My hose fittings always developed air leaks, which bugs the heck out of me. Someone recently told me to oil my fittings, when oiling my tools.... I haven't oiled them yet. Supposedly oiling helps reduce the fitting's air leaks. Was told to apply air
Sonny
I run my PC on a 6' extension cord all the time. However, it's coiled up a littleNo, you are using all 6' LOL.
so I'm really only using about 3 feet of it. Maybe that makes a difference. ;-)
That is likely not long enough to
present any voltage drop at the compressor.
My larger 25 gal compressor will not run on a long extension cord but
runs fine on a 6' 12 gauge extension cord.
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be similar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doesn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some storesHmm.. I noticed someone was having trouble operating the Husky brand of
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-125-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an extension cord to power the Performance.
Sonny <cedarsonny@aol.com> writes:
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be simi= >> lar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doe= >> sn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some s= >> tores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-1= >> 25-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an ext= >> ension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directl= >> y into a socket. =20
If you have a 12AWG extension cord, it will work just fine.
On Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 1:39:25 PM UTC-4, J. Clarke wrote:
On Sat, 30 Apr 2022 06:51:06 -0700 (PDT), Sonny <cedar...@aol.com>
wrote:
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be similar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doesn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some storesWhat kind of extension cord were you using? I've never had any
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-125-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an extension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directly into a socket.
On an in-house upholstery job I bought the Harbor Freight unit for such road trips. I had thought the unit was defective, didn't run properly, when I tried using an extension cord. I was later informed to not use an extension cord.
problem with any kind of 110v wall-plug power tool with my 10 gage 100
ft cord. But most people don't have 10 gage extension cords, they
have 14 or 16 gage.
I have a couple of 12 g extension cords. Except for a couple of indoor lamp cord style, all the other "tool related" ones are 14.
Well, I have one 10 g, but that's for my generator inlet.
The 12 g ones were basically free. When my son was a teenager, he was
helping some guy with more money than brains clean out his garage. When
I went to pick him up I saw a 25 ft 12 g extension cord, on a reel, in the garbage
pile. It looked brand new. I asked my son about it and he said that it was cut. I
told him to grab it.
A couple of hours later, shopping included, I had a 6' 12 g extension cord and a
19' 12 g extension cord. I still use them all the time.
On 4/29/2022 1:13 AM, Bill wrote:
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for
their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try
some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it
would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just
as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and
98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
Maintenance free. It's a throw away unit when something goes wrong.
And it will likely be noisy. And what will you use it for? Pool toys?
A nail gun?
out running continuously.
On 4/30/2022 9:51 AM, Sonny wrote:
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be similar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doesn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some stores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-125-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an extension cord to power the Performance.Hmm.. I noticed someone was having trouble operating the Husky brand of
the same compressor with an extension cord, and that was one of the
reasons I ruled it out. I think it's time to consult the owners manual--before the purchase! Thanks.
On 4/30/2022 12:14 PM, Leon wrote:
On 4/29/2022 1:13 AM, Bill wrote:
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for
their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try >> some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it
would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just
as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
Maintenance free. It's a throw away unit when something goes wrong.The first application is "inflating tires". Sandblasting would be cool,
And it will likely be noisy. And what will you use it for? Pool toys?
A nail gun?
but surely demands more air.
Sonny <cedarsonny@aol.com> writes:
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be simi= >> lar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doe= >> sn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some s= >> tores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-1= >> 25-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an ext= >> ension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directl= >> y into a socket. =20
If you have a 12AWG extension cord, it will work just fine.
On Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 11:08:59 PM UTC-4, Bill wrote:
On 4/30/2022 12:14 PM, Leon wrote:
On 4/29/2022 1:13 AM, Bill wrote:The first application is "inflating tires". Sandblasting would be cool,
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for
their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try >>>> some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it >>>> would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just
as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >>>> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
Maintenance free. It's a throw away unit when something goes wrong.
And it will likely be noisy. And what will you use it for? Pool toys?
A nail gun?
but surely demands more air.
I have used my 8 gal to “sandblast” using walnut shells from Harbor Freight and this homemade device. You do have to pause for it to refill
quite often, but it works.
https://youtu.be/k6L_ArXCbYs
On 4/30/2022 1:16 PM, Scott Lurndal wrote:
Sonny <cedarsonny@aol.com> writes:
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to
be simi=
lar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor
Freight doe=
sn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in
some s=
tores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-1=
25-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use
an ext=
ension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged
directl=
y into a socket. =20
If you have a 12AWG extension cord, it will work just fine.
I looked at the "Owners Manual".
It said, "Avoid extension cords whenever possible, but if one must be
used it should be a minimum wire size 12AWG and no longer than 30-feet. Whenever possible, use a longer air hose instead of an extension cord".
It also mentioned that you "shouldn't spray flammable liquids in a
confined space" as sparks from the compressor could cause problems (I
forget the exact words). I confess, I'm a sucker for a good owners manual! ; )
On Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 1:00:06 PM UTC-4, Leon wrote:second HF compressor for my satellite upholstery shop across town. Both are used moderately to often, for the past 5 yrs or so, and still working fine. I've never tried finish spraying with these, as I have a 25 gal. Campbell Hausfeld for that.
On 4/30/2022 10:51 AM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 9:51:09 AM UTC-4, Sonny wrote:
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be similar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doesn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some stores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-125-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an extension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directly into a socket.
On an in-house upholstery job I bought the Harbor Freight unit for such road trips. I had thought the unit was defective, didn't run properly, when I tried using an extension cord. I was later informed to not use an extension cord. I had bought the
tool oil from the pressure side of the coupling.
If your purchase is used similarly as I've use the HFs, then it should last a good long time for you.
My hose fittings always developed air leaks, which bugs the heck out of me. Someone recently told me to oil my fittings, when oiling my tools.... I haven't oiled them yet. Supposedly oiling helps reduce the fitting's air leaks. Was told to apply air
No, you are using all 6' LOL.
Sonny
I run my PC on a 6' extension cord all the time. However, it's coiled up a little
so I'm really only using about 3 feet of it. Maybe that makes a difference. ;-)
I hope you didn't think I was serious.
That is likely not long enough to
present any voltage drop at the compressor.
14 g, works fine,
My larger 25 gal compressor will not run on a long extension cord but
runs fine on a 6' 12 gauge extension cord.
On 4/30/2022 1:16 PM, Scott Lurndal wrote:
Sonny <cedar...@aol.com> writes:
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be simi=
lar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doe= >> sn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some s=
tores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-1=
25-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an ext=
ension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directl= >> y into a socket. =20
If you have a 12AWG extension cord, it will work just fine.I looked at the "Owners Manual".
It said, "Avoid extension cords whenever possible, but if one must be
used it should be a minimum wire size 12AWG and no longer than 30-feet. Whenever possible, use a longer air hose instead of an extension cord".
On Sat, 30 Apr 2022 00:10:34 -0400, Bill <nonegiven@att.net> wrote:
On 4/29/2022 11:30 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 10:38:33 PM UTC-4, Bill wrote:
On 4/29/2022 4:13 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Friday, April 29, 2022 at 2:14:01 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:Thank you for your reply! I will look at them side by side before I
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air >>>>>> compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for >>>>>> their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about >>>>>> $130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try >>>>>> some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes >>>>>> doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it >>>>>> would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just >>>>>> as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >>>>>> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
First, let's address the size issue.
The Performax is 32" L x 14 1/2" W. My 6 gallon PC pancake is 16" in diameter.
Seems like the pancake takes up much less floor space than the unit you are
looking at.
Service after the sale? I'm not sure why you expect much "service after the sale"
from Menards or Lowes. *Maybe* if Menards has them in stock you might be able
return it and buy new within their standard return period, but I don't think either store
provides anything in the way of repair services on low-end compressors or even
much help in finding parts or service.
I looked around a bit and there isn't much info out there on that unit. On the other hand,
parts are readily available for my PC C2002. Maybe you can find parts below as there
are a couple of other-branded compressors that look very much like the Powermax.
https://mastertoolrepair.com/air-compressor-parts-by-brand-c-271.html >>>>>
HVLP use? That will depend on how often and how big of a job(s). I read that a minimum
of 10 g is needed but I've also read that if you don't mind stressing your unit out, you could
get by with a smaller one. I'm sure that there are other folks here that can speak to that in
more detail.
As far as sitting there 98% of the time, I used to say the same thing about mine - until I
made it easier to use.
I have a retractable hose reel hanging from the garage ceiling and I ran PEX from
the garage down to my basement shop. I have air in the shop for nail guns, blow
guns, etc. With the garage hose reel and a couple of extra hoses, I almost never
have to move the compressor whether I'm using it in the garage, driveway, shop,
backyard or even in the house hanging trim. I use it a lot more often than I did
when I had to pull everything out, carry it around, etc. All I have to do now is turn
it on.
My compressor sits under a counter in my garage, plugged and piped in, so it's
not in the way and readily available when I need it.
make up my mind.
Make it quick...that sale ends tomorrow, doesn't it?
Yes! ;) BTW, According to Lowes' web site, an 8 gallon compressor can
do HVLP, but surely not at "pro speeds"... I should look at the specs of
actual tools at (I won't say "where"-ha). The P-C 6 gallon has
"established quality", and is $169 too! Hose extra! : ) I remember
Lew Hodgett advising not to go with a 1/4" hose. I was lining up all
sorts of "yard work" for tomorrow, I hadn't even thought about shopping.
Thanks for reminding me about the sale ending.
You can do it for a bit until the tank runs down, then have to wait
for pressure to build back up. Whether this is an issue depends on
what you are working on. Small boxes, not really an issue. Doing the
whole house it's a problem.
On Sat, 30 Apr 2022 11:14:17 -0500, Leon <lcb11211@swbelldotnet>
wrote:
On 4/29/2022 1:13 AM, Bill wrote:I burned one out installing my hardwood flooring (less than 300 aq ft
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for
their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try
some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so it
would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just
as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >>> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
Maintenance free. It's a throw away unit when something goes wrong.
And it will likely be noisy. And what will you use it for? Pool toys?
A nail gun? It is not even large enough to blow our your shop with
out running continuously.
of prefinished ash) What a noisy piece of crap that thing was - can't remember what name it had on it but it was an american brand name on a
chunk of Chinese crap.
On 4/30/2022 12:14 PM, Leon wrote:
On 4/29/2022 1:13 AM, Bill wrote:
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for
their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try
some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so
it would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just
as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >>> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
Maintenance free. It's a throw away unit when something goes wrong.
And it will likely be noisy. And what will you use it for? Pool
toys? A nail gun?
The first application is "inflating tires". Sandblasting would be cool,
but surely demands more air.
It is not even large enough to blow our your shop with
out running continuously.
On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 4:01:16 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:
On 4/30/2022 1:16 PM, Scott Lurndal wrote:
Sonny <cedar...@aol.com> writes:I looked at the "Owners Manual".
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be simi=
lar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doe= >>>> sn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some s=
tores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-1=
25-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an ext=
ension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directl= >>>> y into a socket. =20
If you have a 12AWG extension cord, it will work just fine.
It said, "Avoid extension cords whenever possible, but if one must be
used it should be a minimum wire size 12AWG and no longer than 30-feet.
Whenever possible, use a longer air hose instead of an extension cord".
So, riddle me this:
Does the manual saying anything about the house wiring?
Why is OK to run the compressor on a 50'+ run of 14 g Romex (from the
panel to the receptacle) but not on a 50'+ 14 g extension cord from a receptacle that's 1' from the panel?
Essentially all sources discuss the size and length of extension cords,
but they don't discuss the house wiring. Without knowing anything about
size and length of he house wiring, how can they set a spec for the size
and length of the extension cord?
On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 4:01:16 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:
On 4/30/2022 1:16 PM, Scott Lurndal wrote:
Sonny <cedar...@aol.com> writes:I looked at the "Owners Manual".
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be simi=
lar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doe= >> >> sn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some s=
tores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-1=
25-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an ext=
ension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directl=
y into a socket. =20
If you have a 12AWG extension cord, it will work just fine.
It said, "Avoid extension cords whenever possible, but if one must be
used it should be a minimum wire size 12AWG and no longer than 30-feet.
Whenever possible, use a longer air hose instead of an extension cord".
So, riddle me this:
Does the manual saying anything about the house wiring?
Why is OK to run the compressor on a 50'+ run of 14 g Romex (from the
panel to the receptacle) but not on a 50'+ 14 g extension cord from a >receptacle that's 1' from the panel?
Essentially all sources discuss the size and length of extension cords,
but they don't discuss the house wiring. Without knowing anything about
size and length of he house wiring, how can they set a spec for the size
and length of the extension cord?
On 4/30/2022 10:08 PM, Bill wrote:
On 4/30/2022 12:14 PM, Leon wrote:
On 4/29/2022 1:13 AM, Bill wrote:
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for
their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try >>>> some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so
it would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just
as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >>>> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
Maintenance free. It's a throw away unit when something goes wrong.
And it will likely be noisy. And what will you use it for? Pool
toys? A nail gun?
The first application is "inflating tires". Sandblasting would be cool,
but surely demands more air.
I'm going to say both operations will likely take quite some time with
an 8 gallon tank.
Tires typically hold more air than an 8 gallon tank. If the tire is
flat, with a slightly fast leak, GOOD LUCK. Sand blasting probably not.
8 gallons of air at 120psi is about 24 gallons of air at 40 PSI or 36
It is not even large enough to blow our your shop with
out running continuously.
On Sun, 1 May 2022 09:41:42 -0500, Leon <lcb11211@swbelldotnet> wrote:
On 4/30/2022 10:08 PM, Bill wrote:8 gallons of air at 120psi is about 24 gallons of air at 40 PSI or 36
On 4/30/2022 12:14 PM, Leon wrote:
On 4/29/2022 1:13 AM, Bill wrote:
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for >>>>> their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about
$130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try >>>>> some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes
doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so
it would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just >>>>> as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >>>>> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
Maintenance free. It's a throw away unit when something goes wrong. >>>> And it will likely be noisy. And what will you use it for? Pool
toys? A nail gun?
The first application is "inflating tires". Sandblasting would be cool, >>> but surely demands more air.
I'm going to say both operations will likely take quite some time with
an 8 gallon tank.
Tires typically hold more air than an 8 gallon tank. If the tire is
flat, with a slightly fast leak, GOOD LUCK. Sand blasting probably not.
It is not even large enough to blow our your shop with
out running continuously.
gallons at 30 psi
On 5/1/2022 3:28 PM, Clare Snyder wrote:
On Sun, 1 May 2022 09:41:42 -0500, Leon <lcb11211@swbelldotnet> wrote:
On 4/30/2022 10:08 PM, Bill wrote:8 gallons of air at 120psi is about 24 gallons of air at 40 PSI or 36
On 4/30/2022 12:14 PM, Leon wrote:
On 4/29/2022 1:13 AM, Bill wrote:
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air >>>>>> compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for >>>>>> their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about >>>>>> $130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try >>>>>> some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes >>>>>> doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so >>>>>> it would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just >>>>>> as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and >>>>>> 98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
Maintenance free. It's a throw away unit when something goes wrong. >>>>> And it will likely be noisy. And what will you use it for? Pool
toys? A nail gun?
The first application is "inflating tires". Sandblasting would be cool, >>>> but surely demands more air.
I'm going to say both operations will likely take quite some time with
an 8 gallon tank.
Tires typically hold more air than an 8 gallon tank. If the tire is
flat, with a slightly fast leak, GOOD LUCK. Sand blasting probably not. >>>
It is not even large enough to blow our your shop with
out running continuously.
gallons at 30 psi
Assuming the compressor does not come on until it gets to those lower >pressures. But on a very low tire or flat the compressor will likelyWith no compressor a 25 lb prpane tank used as an "air pig" will
run continuously, and fill slowly.
On 5/1/2022 9:34 AM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 4:01:16 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:
On 4/30/2022 1:16 PM, Scott Lurndal wrote:
Sonny <cedar...@aol.com> writes:I looked at the "Owners Manual".
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be simi=
lar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doe= >>>> sn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some s=
tores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-1=
25-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an ext=
ension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directl=
y into a socket. =20
If you have a 12AWG extension cord, it will work just fine.
It said, "Avoid extension cords whenever possible, but if one must be
used it should be a minimum wire size 12AWG and no longer than 30-feet.
Whenever possible, use a longer air hose instead of an extension cord".
So, riddle me this:
Does the manual saying anything about the house wiring?
Why is OK to run the compressor on a 50'+ run of 14 g Romex (from theProbably because you have 50' of unusable extension already. If you
panel to the receptacle) but not on a 50'+ 14 g extension cord from a receptacle that's 1' from the panel?
could move your receptacle to anywhere, that might be OK. In many cases
the larger compressors suggest using 20 amp receptacles. Technically
you are actually running 100' of 14 gauge with a 50 14 gauge extension.
The length is important. If you have a 14 gauge in very close
proximity of the breaker, you might be able to use a 14 gauge extension
cord.
Essentially all sources discuss the size and length of extension cords,Manuals probably assume you have already got 50' of romex/extension to
but they don't discuss the house wiring. Without knowing anything about size and length of he house wiring, how can they set a spec for the size and length of the extension cord?
start with.
On Sun, 1 May 2022 16:00:12 -0500, Leon <lcb11211@swbelldotnet> wrote:
On 5/1/2022 3:28 PM, Clare Snyder wrote:With no compressor a 25 lb prpane tank used as an "air pig" will
On Sun, 1 May 2022 09:41:42 -0500, Leon <lcb11211@swbelldotnet> wrote:
On 4/30/2022 10:08 PM, Bill wrote:8 gallons of air at 120psi is about 24 gallons of air at 40 PSI or 36
On 4/30/2022 12:14 PM, Leon wrote:
On 4/29/2022 1:13 AM, Bill wrote:
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air >>>>>>> compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for >>>>>>> their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On the positive side, it's price is competitive (on sale for about >>>>>>> $130), and it has a 2-year warranty.
Mainly I want it for inflating car tires, but if I owned it I might try >>>>>>> some HVLP painting or other uses.
I was planning to accompany it with a 3/8" rubber hose (~$30).
Note: "Husky" is the same price range, Kobalt is higher (and Lowes >>>>>>> doesn't stock them in the store, since the arrival of Craftsman--so >>>>>>> it would be difficult to get "service after the sale").
Performance wise, the 6 gallon pancake style would probably work just >>>>>>> as well, buy they look like they occupy more (valuable) floor space, and
98% of the time it will just be sitting there doing just that.
TIA!
Bill
Maintenance free. It's a throw away unit when something goes wrong. >>>>>> And it will likely be noisy. And what will you use it for? Pool >>>>>> toys? A nail gun?
The first application is "inflating tires". Sandblasting would be cool, >>>>> but surely demands more air.
I'm going to say both operations will likely take quite some time with >>>> an 8 gallon tank.
Tires typically hold more air than an 8 gallon tank. If the tire is
flat, with a slightly fast leak, GOOD LUCK. Sand blasting probably not. >>>>
It is not even large enough to blow our your shop with
out running continuously.
gallons at 30 psi
Assuming the compressor does not come on until it gets to those lower
pressures. But on a very low tire or flat the compressor will likely
run continuously, and fill slowly.
inflate a 225/70 16 inch tire to almost 30PSI if you start with the
pig at 125 or 150 psi as long as the bead isn't unseated.
Make it quick...that sale ends tomorrow, doesn't it?
On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 10:58:22 AM UTC-4, Leon wrote:
On 5/1/2022 9:34 AM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
The manual for my PC pancake says: "If an extension cord must be used,
be sure it is no longer than 50 feet, 14 gauge (AWG) or larger."
What length of house wiring did PC use when they granted me another 50'?
On 4/29/2022 11:30 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
Make it quick...that sale ends tomorrow, doesn't it?
DerbyDad, You are a good salesman! Comparing one admittedly "low-end" compressor to another, the 8-gallon, 150-PSI, Performax at $133 seemed.
to me, the best bang for the buck at this time. I picked it up, on the last day of the sale, the first thing this morning. I haven't put it
together yet, but so far I learned the difference between an
"Industrial", "Automotive" and "Universal" coupler--or, rather, at least
I've learned the distinction! : )
Sonny, I bought some "(air) tool oil" on your recommendation. But the
couple of references to it I have seen suggest it goes into the tool
(and not the coupler). Maybe I just misunderstood what you wrote when I read it the first time.
A question I don't know the answer to is if *filters* are the norm for typical tool use--I wouldn't expect it to helpful for general inflation. Besides keeping water out of paint being sprayed, I perceive that the
idea is to keep water out of the the tool (which is related to the
reason to use a little oil).
Ah, Like a moth, I've always been attracted to "potential energy"! : )
On 5/2/2022 12:33 AM, Bill wrote:
A question I don't know the answer to is if *filters* are the norm for
typical tool use--I wouldn't expect it to helpful for general inflation.
Besides keeping water out of paint being sprayed, I perceive that the
idea is to keep water out of the the tool (which is related to the
reason to use a little oil).
A filter will be helpful if you run the compressor a lot. Hot air
inside the tank will tend to blow the humid air through the hose rather
than let it, the moisture, build up/settle at the bottom of the tank.
On 4/29/2022 11:30 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
Make it quick...that sale ends tomorrow, doesn't it?
but so far I learned the difference between an
"Industrial", "Automotive" and "Universal" coupler--or, rather, at least
I've learned the distinction! : )
DerbyDad03 <teama...@eznet.net> writes:
On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 10:58:22 AM UTC-4, Leon wrote:
On 5/1/2022 9:34 AM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
The manual for my PC pancake says: "If an extension cord must be used,
be sure it is no longer than 50 feet, 14 gauge (AWG) or larger."
What length of house wiring did PC use when they granted me another 50'?Do you think, perhaps, that PC was perfectly aware that there
is house wiring between the service entrance and the point at
which the extension cord is plugged in? And took that into
account when making their recommendation?
You can determine the resistance of your extension cord for
the particular AWG involved, and calculate the voltage drop
at the compressor, it's pretty simple math.
On Monday, May 2, 2022 at 9:55:30 AM UTC-4, Scott Lurndal wrote:
DerbyDad03 <teama...@eznet.net> writes:
On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 10:58:22 AM UTC-4, Leon wrote:Do you think, perhaps, that PC was perfectly aware that there
On 5/1/2022 9:34 AM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
The manual for my PC pancake says: "If an extension cord must be used,
be sure it is no longer than 50 feet, 14 gauge (AWG) or larger."
What length of house wiring did PC use when they granted me another 50'?
is house wiring between the service entrance and the point at
which the extension cord is plugged in? And took that into
account when making their recommendation?
How can you even ask that question after reading *my* question?
"What length of house wiring did PC use when they granted me another 50'?"
Isn't it obvious that I "think" PC took house wiring into account?
I see that not only didn't you address that question, you snipped the rest of >my post. Did PC take my 30', 60', 100' or 120' into account? I have receptacles
at all of those distances from the panel.
Totally irrelevant to this discussion. I'm asking about the *recommendation* of
a maximum of a 50' extension cord without any reference to the location of the >receptacle relative to the panel.
Bill <nonegiven@att.net> writes:
On 4/29/2022 11:30 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
Make it quick...that sale ends tomorrow, doesn't it?
but so far I learned the difference between an
"Industrial", "Automotive" and "Universal" coupler--or, rather, at least
I've learned the distinction! : )
I've found Milton 'M'-style couplers to be the best.
On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 4:01:16 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:
On 4/30/2022 1:16 PM, Scott Lurndal wrote:
Sonny <cedar...@aol.com> writes:I looked at the "Owners Manual".
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be simi=
lar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doe= >>>> sn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some s=
tores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-1=
25-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an ext=
ension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directl= >>>> y into a socket. =20
If you have a 12AWG extension cord, it will work just fine.
It said, "Avoid extension cords whenever possible, but if one must be
used it should be a minimum wire size 12AWG and no longer than 30-feet.
Whenever possible, use a longer air hose instead of an extension cord".
So, riddle me this:
Does the manual saying anything about the house wiring?
Why is OK to run the compressor on a 50'+ run of 14 g Romex (from the
panel to the receptacle) but not on a 50'+ 14 g extension cord from a receptacle that's 1' from the panel?
Essentially all sources discuss the size and length of extension cords,
but they don't discuss the house wiring. Without knowing anything about
size and length of he house wiring, how can they set a spec for the size
and length of the extension cord?
DerbyDad03 <teama...@eznet.net> writes:
On Monday, May 2, 2022 at 9:55:30 AM UTC-4, Scott Lurndal wrote:
DerbyDad03 <teama...@eznet.net> writes:
On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 10:58:22 AM UTC-4, Leon wrote:is house wiring between the service entrance and the point at
On 5/1/2022 9:34 AM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
The manual for my PC pancake says: "If an extension cord must be used,
be sure it is no longer than 50 feet, 14 gauge (AWG) or larger."
What length of house wiring did PC use when they granted me another 50'? >> Do you think, perhaps, that PC was perfectly aware that there
which the extension cord is plugged in? And took that into
account when making their recommendation?
How can you even ask that question after reading *my* question?
"What length of house wiring did PC use when they granted me another 50'?"
Isn't it obvious that I "think" PC took house wiring into account?
I see that not only didn't you address that question, you snipped the rest ofWhy don't you call their consumer line and ask them rather than speculate endlessly?
my post. Did PC take my 30', 60', 100' or 120' into account? I have receptacles
at all of those distances from the panel.
Clearly they cannot measure every single household in their
target market(s). So they figure an average, lowball the in-house
wiring (12AWG is more common for an outlet circuit than 14AWG,
for example) by assuming some above average length of 14AWG
from the service entrance to the receptacle and hence the suggestion
of no more than 50' of 14AWG extension cord.
Totally irrelevant to this discussion. I'm asking about the *recommendation* ofThen the only way you'll get an answer is to ask the entity
a maximum of a 50' extension cord without any reference to the location of the
receptacle relative to the panel.
making the recommendation. Call them: 1 888 848 5175
I was thinking about buying the following "Performax" 8 gallon air
compressor from Menards. Unfortunately, users can't post reviews for
their products. Maybe someone here has bought one?
https://www.menards.com/main/tools/air-compressors/performax-reg-8-gallon-150-psi-portable-electric-horizontal-air-compressor/300811/p-1444423541383.htm
On 5/1/2022 9:34 AM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 4:01:16 AM UTC-4, Bill wrote:
On 4/30/2022 1:16 PM, Scott Lurndal wrote:
Sonny <cedar...@aol.com> writes:I looked at the "Owners Manual".
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to be simi=
lar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor Freight doe= >>>>> sn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in some s=
tores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-1=
25-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use an ext=
ension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged directl=
y into a socket. =20
If you have a 12AWG extension cord, it will work just fine.
It said, "Avoid extension cords whenever possible, but if one must be
used it should be a minimum wire size 12AWG and no longer than 30-feet.
Whenever possible, use a longer air hose instead of an extension cord".
So, riddle me this:
Does the manual saying anything about the house wiring?
Why is OK to run the compressor on a 50'+ run of 14 g Romex (from the
panel to the receptacle) but not on a 50'+ 14 g extension cord from a
receptacle that's 1' from the panel?
Essentially all sources discuss the size and length of extension cords,
but they don't discuss the house wiring. Without knowing anything about
size and length of he house wiring, how can they set a spec for the size
and length of the extension cord?
Another consideration, an extension cord adds at least one more
connection that is a slide fit on both ends. That might introduce
another source for resistance.
On 5/1/2022 3:01 AM, Bill wrote:
On 4/30/2022 1:16 PM, Scott Lurndal wrote:
Sonny <cedarsonny@aol.com> writes:
I'm not familiar with the Performance compressor, but it appears to
be simi=
lar to Central Pneumatic 8 gallon, which I own 2 of. Harbor
Freight doe=
sn't have this unit listed any more, but units are probably still in
some s=
tores
http://www.shopaircompressors.com/product/central-pneumatic-2-hp-8-gallon-1=
25-psi-portable-air-compressor
The only thing I can add to other's comments, you likely CAN NOT use
an ext=
ension cord to power the Performance. It likely has to be plugged
directl=
y into a socket. =20
If you have a 12AWG extension cord, it will work just fine.
I looked at the "Owners Manual".
It said, "Avoid extension cords whenever possible, but if one must be
used it should be a minimum wire size 12AWG and no longer than 30-feet.
Whenever possible, use a longer air hose instead of an extension cord".
It also mentioned that you "shouldn't spray flammable liquids in a
confined space" as sparks from the compressor could cause problems (I
forget the exact words). I confess, I'm a sucker for a good owners
manual! ; )
No spraying of flammable liquids in a confined space. DAMN!!!!
Earlier this year I bought a small, rechargeable battery, pruning shears.
The instructions explicitly said to not "grill" the batteries. I have
to say I was disappointed. I was looking forward to some grilled
veggies and rechargeable batteries for dinner. ;~)
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