12 Month limited warranty Easy turn drain valves on each tank Rugged roll cage design and recessed gauges mean jobsite durability Compact Sturdy size and Lightweight at only 37lbs! 2hp (peak) Oil-free Pump with 2 gallon Air Tank Capacity
found in GR152CM's description:Compare with Bostitch CAP2560OL, Porter-Cable CPFAC2600P, Thomas Compressors T-617HDN.
12-Month limited warranty Electric direct drive and oil splash lubricated for longer life Contractor grade, heavy duty pump with cast-iron cylinder Industrial grade motor with ball bearings provides greater durability 4.3 gallon capacity twin tanks, 2.5 HP (peak)
found in GR254CTS's description: These same principles are now built into Grip-Rite's line of professional quality tools and compressors. The design of this unit was intended to minimize the footprint while still offering enough air to handle almost any job. Compare to: Hitachi EC119, Porter Cable Job-boss Model #C3551, Porter-Cable CPLDC2541S, Porter-Cable CPLDC2540S, Rol-Air The Bull.
12-Month limited warranty Electric direct drive and oil splash lubricated for longer life Superior Quality Speroni?® pump Life expectancy of up to 8,000 hours Contractor grade, 3 HP (peak), 4.2 gallon capacity
found in GR2500's description: These same principles are now reflected in Grip-Rite's line of professional quality tools and compressors. The pontoon-style tank design of this unit was intended to minimize tip over while still offering enough air to handle nearly any job. Compare to: Hitachi EC119, Porter Cable Job-boss Model #C3551, Porter-Cable CPLDC2541S, Porter-Cable CPLDC2540S, Rol-Air The Bull.
20 by 15.6 by 16.5; 71 pounds; 5-year warranty on electrical components Includes manual Durable cast iron 5 cfm at 100 psi; quiet 74 dB; 2-cylinder in-line design 13-1/2 amp, 2-horsepower, 4-gallon, oil-free twin hot dog compressor
found in T-2820ST's description: Often called "The Cadillac of Portables" it sets the standard on what 2 HP compressors should be.
found in T-2820ST's reviews: The best portable compressor availible - We use these compressors everyday. We came to like the low weight (lighter than any of our single cylinder compressors) and the fact that it is quieter than out pancake compressors. The Cadillac of portable aircompressors - extension cords can be used); this is the Cadillac of portable compressors. The paint job on the tanks could be better and air fittings could be included, but those are minor issues. This is a keeper! - I've used it for air guns, various types of light and heavy duty nail guns, and shop tools. Very quiet compared to other compressors of the same size, but compressors will never be mistaken for a 'silent' partner.
Fully enclosed protective belt guard with "Directed" cooling fan. 5 HP Peak motor provides significant air flow. Operates on 120/240 volt service. Pre-wired for 120V. Unique product design from the largest manufacturer of reliable and durable, single stage CAST IRON pumps in the USA 20 Gallon ASME code tank for tough jobs. Rugged Cast Iron two cylinder pump provides up to 5,000 hours of extended life. Oil-Lubricated pump has a traditional design that is quieter and longer lasting.
found in VT6290's description:From the Manufacturer
The VT6290, 2 Running HP, wired for household current delivers enough air power to tackle tough jobs. Solid cast iron units are up to 35% quieter than aluminum units with cast iron cylinder sleeves, and dramatically quieter than direct drive aluminum compressors. These compressors are made in the US with a 3 year warranty.
Product Description
mfr: Campbell Hausfeld Air Products Campbell Hausfeld is a recognized leader in the home improvement and automotive industry.
Contractor quality machine - rated for continuous use. Lightweight and portable - only 26 lbs. Low 4 amp draw - will operate anywhere Will operate any (1) finish gun or brad nailer The quietest finish/trim compressor on the market
found in T-617HDN's description: Additional uses include, airbrushing, inflating tires, air mattresses, sports equipment, and winterizing RV's and motor homes.
found in T-617HDN's reviews: When Quality & Quiet Matter More Than Price & Power - I researched compressors carefully around town and on the Web. Compressors available at the Borg and various local tool shops are gawdawful loud, heavy, and look to be made of cheap plastic and pot metal. The unit is light enough to carry around easily, and its shape rides comfortably beside your walking legs (unlike pancake compressors). It really doesn't put out or hold much air. Great little compressor! - I have several compressors - from a commercial "giant" model - down to this newest addition. I only needed this to air up the tires (75 psi on the trailer and 85 psi on the fronts of the truck) and the occasional "blow gun" for clean up.
Long life, contractor quality machine - rated for continuous use Low amp draw - works on 15 amp circuits and with extension cords Versatile - offers framing, roofing or finish gun capability 3/4 Horsepower - delivers 1.7 cfm at 100 psi. Lightweight and portable, only 26 pounds
found in T-635HD's description: Other uses include, tire inflating, painting, airbrushing, small air tools, and winterizing water lines and RV's.
found in T-635HD's reviews: Compressors/Thomas T-635HD - and this is why I specifically went looking for Thomas Compressors.Since then I have been waiting for my Emglo to get retired so I too can be a proud owner of a Thomas T-635HD
One thing that I did not like when my Thomas T-635HD arrived was a real lack of directions to assemble the few parts that did need to be put on before operation, but anyone with common knowlege of compressors will figure it out. Your search has ended here !
Don't get fooled by tool packs that come with nail gun, air-hose and compressor in one deal you will be looking for a new compressor soon. Its a blessing - Spare your back one less heavy thing to pick up all the time and get one of these wonderfully engineered compressors. Light weight professional grade compressor for small jobs - I was looking for a portable and not overly loud air compressor, for my low air-volume tools. Although it hardly qualifies as "quiet", it isn't nearly as noisy as other compressors I've heard. I installed a 16" stainless steel braided faucet plumbing hose on the compressor's air-outlet port; routed the hose out the back under the motor support, and screwed on a quick disconnect coupling. Because the tank is only 2 gallons (to keep weight/bulk down), the pump comes on more often than on larger units, but when it does, it's only on for about 12 seconds (if you're not using air). Some compressors have only a 50% duty cycle, which means you shouldn't run it more than 30 minutes for every hour used, as that could cause excessive wear on the pump and/or motor.
You'd want a bigger unit if you had two roofing or stud-nailers going, but for low-air-volume requirements such as trim work, this little Thomas unit is just about perfect.
September 2006 update:
While working on a home renovation project, the compressor's low air pressure switch clicked, but the motor didn't start.
Long life, contractor quality, rated for continuous use. Low 10 amp draw - works on cords.
Quiet running - use indoors or out
Lightweight and portable, only 43 lbs
1 HP - 2.5 cfm @ 100 psi