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02-13-2004 03:34 PM #4
Three most important things for the tools you listed= volume, volume, volume. When you run an air tool such as a sander, grinder, sand blaster, etc. it's like cutting the end off the hose and letting the air flow. Pressure is almost worthless after 100psi.
Air compressors are sold like a lot of things where numbers games are played. People will fudge their HP numbers, volume numbers, pressure numbers.
Generally, cast iron pump, and honest higher hp = less noise. Oilless, or oil free pumps are very noisy. Here's a link to a company that makes a very good product for the money, and their site will give you some guidelines that are useful no matter where you buy.
http://www.eatoncompressor.com/page/page/504413.htm
Also, if you're unfamiliar with compressor useage, you'll always need more air than you think.
When you're done deciding on the compressor, then you need to learn about trapping the water that's condensed so that it doesn't ruin your tools or any painting you might decide to do.Your Uncle Bob, Senior Geezer Curmudgeon
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