| XPower Powerpack 300 Plus Portable Backup Power Source | Xantrex 852-1840 | |
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by Xantrex Technologies  Built-in emergency light for illumination at home or on the road Vehicle jumper cables 250 psi air compressor for inflating tires and sports equipment Operates 115-volt AC or 12-volt DC products anywhere Provides up to 300 watts of AC powerfound in 852-1840's reviews: Doesn't hold a charge! - The manual said, if the light was amber, wait 15 mins and press a button on the unit that would reveal the charging level. Does what it was made to do - They put a small compressor on it and it works fine for emergencies, but it's not meant to inflate tires all the time like a Campbell-Hausfield 10-hp dual-stage compressor with 50-gallon tank, it's an emergency convenience, and that's the point that should be remembered. If you want to run your TV, air-conditioner, hot-water heater, well pump, washer/dryer, dishwasher, home theater system, or refridgerator, then buy a gasoline powered generator instead. |
| 2 HP Oil-Lubricated Stack Tank Air Compressor | Bostitch CAP2045ST-OL | |
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by Bostitch Baja style metal gauge guards protect gauges from job site damage Innovative integrated control panel with dual air outlets for the ultimate in user convenience Full-roll cage and patented skid plate protection for extreme job site durability Oil lubricated pump with cast iron lined cylinder for long life Powerful high performance 2.0 HP induction motor for fast pump up and recovery timesfound in CAP2045ST-OL's reviews: Oil ? - I have had this compressor for a couple of years now, never had a problem with it so far. I would say it's not exactly the lightest portable compressor out there, and most of the time I wish it had wheels. I have another larger more stationary compressor that is a different brand that gets used more out in the main shop. There are a few minor flaws that could be fixed relatively easily with this compressor. One starting with the OPERATION and MAINTENANCE MANUAL. The air filter sticks out of the cage a little too far, looks like it's prone to bumps. And last but not least, the control panel, nice easy access and readability, and I like the dual air outlets, but they stick out of the roll cage after you install a pair of female couplers. |
| 3 HP, 4-Gallon Pancake Compressor | Porter-Cable CPF23400P | |
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by Porter-Cable One Year Warranty Supports use of all brad and finish nailers and moderate use of framing and roofing nailers High-flow regulator allows more work at higher pressures 3 hp induction motor for quieter operation High-pressure technology provides more usable air for longer run timefound in CPF23400P's reviews: Maybe a good compressor, but beware of shipping - I ordered my P-C 3HP/4GAL compressor from Amazon, and their tool supplier, Tool Crib, shipped the unit to me via UPS. When I unpacked the compressor there was a broken piece of plastic in the bottom of the box. After reading the Owner's Manual and starting the break-in procedure I realized the plastic piece was the on/off switch! Using plastic for such a high-use piece like the on/off switch is a very poor design. I took the compressor to the local Porter-Cable service center and they tell me the boxes the P-C compressors come in are NOT designed to handle the rigorous treatment of UPS shipping. The compressor is very heavy and the support inside the box is just flimsy cardboard, so the unit will shift alot during UPS shipment. Be advised about this shipping problem with this compressor. |
| Job Boss 4.5 Gallon, 150 PSI, Oil-Lube Compressor | Porter-Cable C3550 | |
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by Porter-Cable Includes 1 year limited warranty on parts and accessories Two pole, 3450 RPM capacitor start induction motor for maximum air delivery 150 PSI tank pressure for longer run time, 83 dBA- quiet operation, 120 V/ 60 hertz/ 1 phase Cast iron oil-lube air compressor for maximum durability 2.5 HP (peak)/ 1.3 HP (running) 4.5 gallon, contractor-style, single tank air compressorfound in C3550's reviews: Great product, check for needed accessories - My one complaint is that the manual is not very helpful for those of us who have not used air tools before. It's like getting a toy without the batteries, if you do not have all the required atachments when the compressor arrives. |
| 3 HP, 4-Gallon Side Stack Compressor | Porter-Cable CPF23400S | |
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by Porter-Cable One Year Warranty Convenient control panel has regulator, gauge, and two quick connect outlets Higher tank pressure provides more usable air per tank re-charge New high-pressure design keeps tank pressure between 110 and 135 PSI 3 HP induction motor delivers 7.7 SCFM at 40 PSI, 5.5 SCFM at 90 PSIfound in CPF23400S's reviews: Heavy Duty versatility - First off I am a homeowner, not a contractor and have been using this compressor in my house to do renovation trim work for over two years. It is a fantastic compressor for my purposes. I run one in to my garage for airing my tires, and one in the shop for projects. Yes you do need to break the machine in but that is all in the owner's manual. When I move the compressor in to a room I am renovating, the two outlets also let me have two tools going at the same time, i. I will tell you it is LOUD but so are all compressors in this class, and this one is not as loud as my last old Campbell-Hausfeld. So if you are planning on moving your compressor around a lot, this is the WRONG compressor for you. But if you want a relatively stationary compressor with greater than ordinary capabilities, you may agree this is the ticket. Frustrated with the technical assistance - I received my compressor and unpack it. So, I took the manual to see if they have some instructions about this kind of problem. The first thing I've read on the manual was: "DO NOT RETURN THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT TO THE RETAILER". I went there with the compressor and they took it and said to leave it there for one day, and on the next day they should call me to pick it up. Ohhh! Come on!!! I can't believe that! The most common and cheap part of a compressor they don't have in stock!? Is that kind of technical assistance we have from Porter Cable when we just buy a brand new compressor and need it working??? I think I should send it back and bought another from another company, because, now, I'm just waiting and I can't do my job. Don't know yet - I spoke with the owner of the company, Kim Allen, and he said that I would need to have it repaired under the warranty. After several calls to the toll-free number in the manual to the factory, I was put in touch with a repair facility an hour away and was told they don't stock the part but could order it and get it back to me in a few days. Hopefully, PC will come though without me spending four round trip hours and a week without a compressor. |
| 6 HP, 25-Gallon Oil Lube Compressor | Porter-Cable CPL6025 | |
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by Porter-Cable One-year warranty Provides 8.6 SCFM at 40 PSI and 6.8 SCFM at 90 PSI High-flow regulator for more efficient operation of pneumatic tools Tank pressure is maintained between 110 and 135 PSI for more usable air High-pressure technology provides the equivalent of a 32-gallon air supplyfound in CPL6025's reviews: Great Compressor!! - I use this compressor in a wood shop and it provides enough air pressure for all my needs. The output pressure valve is convenient and easy to use so you don't have to spend a lot of time trying to set the proper air pressure for the tool you are using. All in all, this is a great compressor that can handle a large variety of jobs. Be sure to read manual before operating the machine it offers very good advice that should be followed. |
| 6 HP, 25-Gallon Oilless Vertical Air Compressor | Porter-Cable CPF6025VP | |
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by Porter-Cable One-year warranty Provides 8.3 SCFM at 40 PSI and 5.8 SCFM at 90 PSI High-flow regulator for more efficient operation of pneumatic tools Tank pressure is maintained between 110 and 135 PSI for more usable air High-pressure technology provides the equivalent of a 32-gallon air supplyfound in CPF6025VP's reviews: Some problems, poor service policy, impressive specs - Be warned, the Porter Cable service policy as stated in the manual is essentially: Don't return a defective unit to the retailer. You pay the shipping(not cheap on a 130 pound compressor). |
| 2 HP, 4-Gallon Side Stack Compressor | Porter-Cable CF2400 | |
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by Porter-Cable One year warranty/30 day performance certification 8.3 scfm at 40 psi, 6.1 scfm at 90 psi Two gallon tanks provide four gallons of air supply Oil-free design-no spillage or work contamination 15 amp, 2 hp induction motor starts and runs on household currentfound in CF2400's reviews: A terrific value - The instruction manual is well thought out and very understandable. I have had no problems increasing the length of air hose, it keeps up no matter what. I cannot testify to it's capacity as a commercial unit, but if you need a dependable, moderate use compressor, this is the one. |