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Dec 15, 2009 | 05:13 AM

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AC compressor

Here is my question:

Can you use a standard AC compressor from a typical motor to supply an air supply to tanks?

Let me know if you have done this before. Thanks!!!

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No you can not.

Compressor needs lubrication which it gets from recirculating oil in the refrigerant.

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NO but they make air pumps that work on 12 volts that can supply you need for preasure. I have ones that build 100 psi of WIND.

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NO but they make air pumps that work on 12 volts that can supply you need for preasure. I have ones that build 100 psi of WIND.

WIND you say, huh????

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