Quiet compresser
Quiet compresser Hey guys I'd REALLY like to get an Air compresser but I live in a townhome. Ideally it would be relatively quiet. Doesn't have to have a whisper mode or anything I just remember my Dads big one in his shop and I don't think my neighbors would appreciate that.
Also are there good ones that run off 110 that would be ideal a relatively quiet compresser that runs off 110. Mostly just for wrenching I'm not going to be building a paint booth or anything.
Thanks for any suggestions!
Bobby
Also are there good ones that run off 110 that would be ideal a relatively quiet compresser that runs off 110. Mostly just for wrenching I'm not going to be building a paint booth or anything.
Thanks for any suggestions!
Bobby
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From: Ashburn, VA
Any compressor which uses a piston style air pump instead of a diaphram style should make about 1/2 as much noise. Also, dual-phase compressors tend to be quieter as well. My Husky 33gallon, 6hp unit is noisy as hell because it uses a diaphram style air pump & is single phase.
A good indicator of "piston style" is a flywheel & pronounced cylinders- it looks like a 5hp lawnmower motor for a compressor. You should hear a very "bass" thump thump- when you turn the flywheel. Most diaphram units have a much smaller compressor and lack a flywheel. Ask the sales clerk if you can read the owners manual- or call the manufacturer- they should be able to tell you the exact style.
Expect to pay more for this type of compressor as well. But, they are also the more "professional" units, so it will last longer as well. (my friends is 34 years old)
A good indicator of "piston style" is a flywheel & pronounced cylinders- it looks like a 5hp lawnmower motor for a compressor. You should hear a very "bass" thump thump- when you turn the flywheel. Most diaphram units have a much smaller compressor and lack a flywheel. Ask the sales clerk if you can read the owners manual- or call the manufacturer- they should be able to tell you the exact style.
Expect to pay more for this type of compressor as well. But, they are also the more "professional" units, so it will last longer as well. (my friends is 34 years old)
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From: Farmingdale NJ
Originally Posted by z28hokie
Any compressor which uses a piston style air pump instead of a diaphram style should make about 1/2 as much noise. Also, dual-phase compressors tend to be quieter as well. My Husky 33gallon, 6hp unit is noisy as hell because it uses a diaphram style air pump & is single phase.
A good indicator of "piston style" is a flywheel & pronounced cylinders- it looks like a 5hp lawnmower motor for a compressor. You should hear a very "bass" thump thump- when you turn the flywheel. Most diaphram units have a much smaller compressor and lack a flywheel. Ask the sales clerk if you can read the owners manual- or call the manufacturer- they should be able to tell you the exact style.
Expect to pay more for this type of compressor as well. But, they are also the more "professional" units, so it will last longer as well. (my friends is 34 years old)
A good indicator of "piston style" is a flywheel & pronounced cylinders- it looks like a 5hp lawnmower motor for a compressor. You should hear a very "bass" thump thump- when you turn the flywheel. Most diaphram units have a much smaller compressor and lack a flywheel. Ask the sales clerk if you can read the owners manual- or call the manufacturer- they should be able to tell you the exact style.
Expect to pay more for this type of compressor as well. But, they are also the more "professional" units, so it will last longer as well. (my friends is 34 years old)
The best thing to do is find one that operates at lower RPM. Many true "industrial grade" compressors run at 1750 motor RPM or even lower. That seriously cuts down on the noise. Of course, the only way to really know is to try it. I doubt you'll find many 110v compressors that are "quiet" though, at least not inexpensively.
Thanks for the info guys at least I have a little to go on. I might have an electrician come by and see if its possible to get a 220 in the garage (besides the AC and the furnace) Only problem is my circuit box is on the third floor 
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From: Farmingdale NJ
Originally Posted by 93TAWicked1
Thanks for the info guys at least I have a little to go on. I might have an electrician come by and see if its possible to get a 220 in the garage (besides the AC and the furnace) Only problem is my circuit box is on the third floor
Also, depending on the setup of your townhome, he may just be able to run a seperate service to the garage from your outside line directly to the garage. If your panel is full, that may be the only way to go about it.
Of cousre you will have to check with your local code first about doing so but a qualified electriction would know about that sort of thing as well.
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From: Lakeland, FL
I just got this one and it is working well for my LS1 needs
http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...id=00919541000
Its pretty quiet too. When I am inside the house it kinda sounds like the dryer is on.
Not irritating at all.
http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...id=00919541000
Its pretty quiet too. When I am inside the house it kinda sounds like the dryer is on.
Not irritating at all.
Staging Lane
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From: Grammar Nazi Regional Headquarters; Arlen, Texas, U S of A
Originally Posted by Mike K.
I just got this one and it is working well for my LS1 needs
http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...id=00919541000
Its pretty quiet too. When I am inside the house it kinda sounds like the dryer is on.
Not irritating at all.
http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...id=00919541000
Its pretty quiet too. When I am inside the house it kinda sounds like the dryer is on.
Not irritating at all.
Haha, that looks exactly like the Craftsman one I got at a garage sale for $75, except mine's ~25 years old (but runs perfectly), though mine is appliance avocado green in color, and that new one may have slightly better pressure ratings.
Don't forget to run an in-line filter on the output side to protect your air tools.
Originally Posted by Mike K.
I just got this one and it is working well for my LS1 needs
http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...id=00919541000
Its pretty quiet too. When I am inside the house it kinda sounds like the dryer is on.
Not irritating at all.
http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...id=00919541000
Its pretty quiet too. When I am inside the house it kinda sounds like the dryer is on.
Not irritating at all.
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From: Lakeland, FL
damn this thing is more popular than I thought haha. Shoot Hank you got yours for 75 dollars!!!! damn thats awesome. and ditto on the filter. I run one of those and it collects a crapload of moisture.
Staging Lane
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From: Grammar Nazi Regional Headquarters; Arlen, Texas, U S of A
Originally Posted by Mike K.
Shoot Hank you got yours for 75 dollars!!!! damn thats awesome. and ditto on the filter. I run one of those and it collects a crapload of moisture.
I changed the oil in the thing right after I bought it, and it's been running like a champ for 2-3 years now...
Yeah, the line filter thing is a great way to protect your air-tool investment.
