Air Compressor

Aruffell · 28 Mar 2016 at 14:43

So after sorting through a lot of bits n bobs and tiring myself out dusting old stuff out, I'm eyeing up an air compressor.

Narrowed it down to these two (unless someone knows of better):

http://www.sgs-engineering.com/sc24h-24-litre-high-flow-air-compressor-tool-kit

and

https://www.parkerbrand.co.uk/24-li...2-5-hp-1-5-kw-230v-115-psi-with-tool-kit.html

To me they both look identical, apart from the placement of the gauges and the sticker logo on the side and the fact that the accessories are different colours.

One is £103.19 and one is £89.99 both with free delivery and both with 2 year warranties.

Am I missing something or are they identical?

Thanks,

Andy

PhillyDee · 28 Mar 2016 at 14:57

Hope you don't mind the noise. They are VERY loud.

Puzzled · 28 Mar 2016 at 15:08

What are you going to run from it?

Aruffell · 28 Mar 2016 at 15:16

PhillyDee said:
Hope you don't mind the noise. They are VERY loud.

Nah it's fine, only 90 decibels from what I remember.

MonkeyMan said:
What are you going to run from it?

It's mainly going to be for clearing out dust, having to pump up tires, spray the fence etc...

Andy

Puzzled · 28 Mar 2016 at 15:27

Those are oil less so it's more a high pitched whiny noise, an oil belt driven air compressor will be a lot quieter.

The only thing you might struggle with is spraying the fences as that can use a lot if air so a bigger tank would be beneficial. Depends how hig the fence is and if you don't mind stopping for the tank to recharge.

If you want cheap and cheerful keep on eye on aldi (or is it lidl?). They often have basic ones on offer.

Aruffell · 29 Mar 2016 at 10:45

MonkeyMan said:
Those are oil less so it's more a high pitched whiny noise, an oil belt driven air compressor will be a lot quieter.

The only thing you might struggle with is spraying the fences as that can use a lot if air so a bigger tank would be beneficial. Depends how hig the fence is and if you don't mind stopping for the tank to recharge.

If you want cheap and cheerful keep on eye on aldi (or is it lidl?). They often have basic ones on offer.

Just spoke to them on the phone and it says that you need to change the oil after 10 hours for a full flush and then keep it topped up so that means it should be quieter?

Andy

=XDC=FluphyBunny · 29 Mar 2016 at 15:43

The ones you link will be a generic Chinese made one branded by anyone that sells it. They are laud when the motor kicks in. We have a similar one in the showroom for the bikes/vans. When it kicks in you have to talk very loudly to be heard.

kaptainmarc · 29 Mar 2016 at 16:03

http://www.amazon.co.uk/24L-Air-Com...TF8&qid=1459263641&sr=8-3&keywords=compressor

same one but slightly cheaper.

Will keep an eye on this thread as looking to get a compressor for home aswell

want one for sand blasting and painting small items upto the size of a bike frame and alloy wheels

Pho · 29 Mar 2016 at 16:31

For what it's worth I called into SGS Engineering a couple of months ago to pick-up some new gas boot struts for my car - they make them there and then, and £35 for two was better than the £200 EACH Renault wanted :eek:

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Anyway, the sales people were very nice and helpful and they seemed like a very nice company. They have a little showroom with lots of cool looking gadgets in

Aruffell · 29 Mar 2016 at 16:41

=XDC=FluphyBunny said:
The ones you link will be a generic Chinese made one branded by anyone that sells it. They are load when the motor kicks in. We have a similar one in the showroom for the bikes/vans. When it kicks in you have to talk very loudly to be heard.

SGS manufacturer them in the UK. See the guy above me mention this too.

kaptainmarc said:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/24L-Air-Com...TF8&qid=1459263641&sr=8-3&keywords=compressor

same one but slightly cheaper.

Will keep an eye on this thread as looking to get a compressor for home aswell

want one for sand blasting and painting small items upto the size of a bike frame and alloy wheels

Saw that but with the kit it works out the same (the air gun etc...)

Pho said:
For what it's worth I called into SGS Engineering a couple of months ago to pick-up some new gas boot struts for my car - they make them there and then, and £35 for two was better than the £200 EACH Renault wanted .

Anyway, the sales people were very nice and helpful and they seemed like a very nice company. They have a little showroom with lots of cool looking gadgets in

Thanks for that, I placed an order and you've given me confidence in making the right choice, will be here tomorrow

Pho · 29 Mar 2016 at 17:47

If it all goes wrong and you need me to call into their office and kick off let me know

Aruffell · 29 Mar 2016 at 17:52

Pho said:
If it all goes wrong and you need me to call into their office and kick off let me know

Will do

Thanks

ha

phil675 · 29 Mar 2016 at 18:22

Would the sort of size in the OP be alright for air impact wrenches and similar things?

Whoop · 29 Mar 2016 at 21:02

Looks good for the money! I'll be interested in a review too

I'm expecting Chinese though, 90% of them in that size/price bracket will be.

(If I remember tomorrow I'll find out which factory.

savagesam117 · 29 Mar 2016 at 21:24

phil675 said:
Would the sort of size in the OP be alright for air impact wrenches and similar things?

Most likely not no, you need a big ol' tank for buzz guns, they'll suck the life right out of it. I was looking at it as an option and after speaking to some people it won't be enough. I bought an electric buzz gun instead.

Aruffell · 29 Mar 2016 at 21:27

phil675 said:
Would the sort of size in the OP be alright for air impact wrenches and similar things?

They recommend 50l for impact wrenches.

Whoop said:
Looks good for the money! I'll be interested in a review too

I'm expecting Chinese though, 90% of them in that size/price bracket will be.

(If I remember tomorrow I'll find out which factory.

They are British made. Or at least told me that on the phone.

benneh · 29 Mar 2016 at 22:30

I have the richmond one in the first post. I have 3 compressors now (cheap local buys). A tiny electric contraption for airbrushing, the richmond compressor in the OP, and a more expensive clarke 100L. I use the richmond more than either of the others tbh. For blowing out pc cases/dust blasting, airbrushing (using a more accurate regulator), for spraying degreaser/engine cleaner, tyre pumping etc. I've sprayed a car wing with it too. It's not as strong as the clarke compressor, but it's half the capacity and about 1/4 of the cost.. It's capable of spraying 2 pack paint if you're patient. Shouldn't have a problem spraying a fence.

The paint gun that comes with it is useless for anything other than laying on primer, but you'd expect that with a bundled bit. Otherwise no complaints.

Mysterae_ · 29 Mar 2016 at 22:46

I have a 50L Clarke compressor (Hunter I think) for general car stuff and wish I had gone for a 100L (didn't have the space). I've found that the air hammer, impact socket wrench and air gun take a lot of air.

It's also damn loud. I'll give you a tip - make sure you turn it off when your finished. It automatically kicks in when the air it's stored gets low, which at 2am is not amusing!

chaparral · 29 Mar 2016 at 23:54

phil675 said:
Would the sort of size in the OP be alright for air impact wrenches and similar things?

Air Impact wrench + 24L compressor

not a chance..

Puzzled · 30 Mar 2016 at 00:04

Mysterae_ said:
It's also damn loud. I'll give you a tip - make sure you turn it off when your finished. It automatically kicks in when the air it's stored gets low, which at 2am is not amusing!

You should really be emptying and draining the tank after use. It's unlikely but compressor tanks can blow, no need to put them under stress when not in use.