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   [email protected] | May 05, 2024 06:09pm | #1

   I have one and I love it. It gets light use I've never had a problem with it. The sound is quite minimal and you can have a conversation while it is running

   The only downside is that I find the location of the on/off switch to be in a hard to get to place.

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   user-3344055 | May 05, 2024 06:35pm | #2

   Ahhh, good to know. Thank you for your prompt reply. I've been looking at them for a while and the low DB's are very appealing. Also attracted to the auto drain feature. Appears to be a good upgrade for mine that gets moderate use. Thank you again.

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   Botch | May 05, 2024 06:57pm | #3

   I've got one too, albeit one of the smaller ones used just for airbrushing (it'd run a pin/brad nailer too, if I had one). Perfectly happy with it, well-made.

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   stantheman | May 06, 2024 08:10am | #4

   I have the smallest one they make and am very happy with the noise level. Dont forget to install the muffler. I dont use it that often so I cant speak to longevity.

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   bilyo | May 06, 2024 09:04am | #5

   I have the 10 gal vertical tank model. I'm very pleased with the noise level. As said, you can stand next to it and hold a conversation. Mine only gets occasional use, but puts out enough air ro run pin and brad nailers and a mall LPLV spray gun. Only complaint is the location of the tank drain valve on the bottom hard to reach. I re-piped it to a better location. And, the paint on the top of the tank soon peeled off.

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   user-3344055 | May 06, 2024 11:45am | #6

   Thank you, great info. I'm leaning in the same direction. Much appreciated.
   t.j.

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   [email protected] | May 07, 2024 10:41am | #7

   These compressors get good reviews but keep in mind your own use/needs.
   While these compressors are definitely quiet, many of them do not have a very high CFM rating. While good for intermittent tools like air nailers and other low CFM tools, they may struggle to run grinders, sanders and other higher CFM hungry tools.

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   user-3344055 | May 07, 2024 04:14pm | #8

   An excellent point. I will keep this in mind, Thank you for chiming in.
   t.j.

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   KG2V | May 08, 2024 11:55am | #9

   I have their 1ho 4.6 gal (not the smallest, but next to it) and used the smallest at a shop I mentored in. I like it. A bit small for some of my needs, but I am considering one of the big ones

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   [email protected] | May 08, 2024 03:03pm | #10

   For the OP, I'll just add that the smaller the tank, the more the compressor will cycle, regardless of how quiet it is.
   Often times it becomes a toss up between a small quiet compressor that cycles often, or a large loud compressor that cycles less often, your choice.

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   user-3344055 | May 09, 2024 12:08pm | #11

   Once again, an excellent point and one I had considered. I didn't explain my intended use because I was looking for a general idea as to the quality of the equipment. I have worked with 100-gallon and 60-gallon 3 phase compressors in the past but fortunately I'm retired and now a hobbyist. My expected use is much like some of the others where it will be pin guns and light spraying with LVLP and touch-up guns. Your points are well taken and much appreciated in helping me make my decision. Thank you for your time and energy on my behalf.
   Best to you,
   t.j.