Porter cable pancake air compressor - Campbell Hausfeld VT6290, Campbell Hausfeld HL5501, Palmgren 92102, Makita MAC2200, Bostitch CPACK200, Hitachi EC10SC

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*15 Amp 2 Horsepower 20 Gallon Oiled Wheeled Single Tank Compressor* \| Campbell Hausfeld VT6290**
	$457.71 >> $409.99 by Campbell Hausfeld 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. The twin cylinder, oil lubricated, cast iron single stage pump runs quieter - so the compressor can be used in the same area that the work is taking place. 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. SINGLE STAGE AIR COMPRESSOR. Single Stage Cast Iron Compressor5 HP Peak, 20 Gallon. found in VT6290's reviews: Might work if received undamaged.......and with oil...and a few fixes - The shipping box is flimsy and cannot adequately support nor protect the compressor and parts. Mine arrived with a broken regulator, pressure gauge and air-filter assembly all of which apparently snapped off during shipment with no visible exterior box damage. As the other reviewer also mentioned the compressor does NOT come with oil so be sure to have SAE30 air-compressor oil ready when it arrives. Also, you will need to provide your choice of air outlet connector. If it wasn't for the bad shipment packaging I'd say initially that the compressor is a good buy but if Campbell Hausfeld has so little regard to protecting their product in shipment to you I question the integrity of the machine itself. UPDATE 7/15: I am updating this review a full day after receiving and can add more to the trials and tribulations of purchasing a C-H compressor. The air filter assembly is currently taped but working until I can get a replacment. All in all if you include travel time to Home Depot nearly 2-1/2 hours were spent just getting the compressor to work only to discover that there is a leak at weld where the pump mount attaches to the tank.) if using an extension cable as this compressor does draw a load when starting. IMHO I wouldn't order a product like this if you need it for an immediate job as it will take to either repair yourself or to return and await a replacement. I needed this compressor to replace my dead one and ordered it to coincide with my time at home as I could not expect my wife to unload it.
*15 Amp 2-1/2 Horsepower 8 Gallon Oiled Wheeled Single Hot Dog Compressor* \| Campbell Hausfeld HL5501**
	$169.00 >> $169.99 by Campbell Hausfeld Delivers 4 avg scfm @ 90 psi Wheels and handle for easy portability Oil-lubricated cast iron cylinder pump for long lasting, reliable performance Large, 8-gallon tank for extra storage found in HL5501's description: com An air compressor isn't one of those must-have tools for the homeowner—-that is, until you've used one. The HL5501 has plenty of power for a stapler or nailer; imagine how quickly a chair rail could go up. Because it's a smaller unit, its air delivery is lower, so make sure you check the air requirements of the tools you intend to use it with.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste From the Manufacturer Ideal for inflating balls and tires, nailing fences, stapling protective wrap, and more, this 8-gallon air compressor offers a whole new world of around-the-house convenience. A handle and wheels make this compressor highly portable for doing jobs in the basement, on the roof, and in the yard. You'll get those occasional home repair jobs done more quickly and with less expensive with this Campbell Hausfeld compressor and air tools. Compared to electric power tools, Campbell Hausfeld air tools save you both time and money. The initial cost of an air tool is significantly lower than its electrically powered counterpart, and the average life is longer. Air tools also deliver more torque and higher revolutions-per-minute than electric tools, helping you complete your jobs more quickly and effectively. FEATURES Large, 8-gallon tank for extra storage Oil-lubricated cast iron cylinder pump for long lasting, reliable performance Wheels and handle for easy portability Delivers 4 avg scfm @ 90 psi SPECIFICATIONS Delivers 4 avg scfm @ 90 psi Product Description 8 Gallon, 15A Cast Iron Air Compressor, Oil Lube Pump With 2. found in HL5501's reviews: Good lightweight compressor - Twelve pairs of pintle hinges, each leg 2"x 3/16"x 20", took a long, long time. Which brings me to my first complaint: during that job, a couple of the fittings under the protective plastic shield vibrated loose and leaked enough air that the compressor couldn't reach shut-off pressure. The second job was powering a Porter Cable palm nailer, driving nails for framing work. Using the nailer at 100psi, the compressor cycled fairly regularly, but could keep up with the nailer without any trouble. Noisy? Yes, but so is every other air compressor I've ever heard, and it cycles fast enough that for occasional use it's tolerable. My only real problem with the HL5501, other than fittings that come loose, is that the air outlet comes off the side of the manifold in such a way that by the time you've attached a water filter and a female quick-disconnect fitting, there's quite a bit of potential leverage hanging out there unprotected. I'm always worried about hitting it, or pulling the air hose too hard, or doing some such thing that bends the manifold, or tweaks the regulator, or busts the water filter. Make sure to site it so that that air outlet is protected.

*HipShot 2 Amp Tankless Shoulder Strap Compressor* \| Palmgren 92102**
	$129.00 >> $39.99 by Palmgren Auto shutoff/restart Operates at 115 PSI Weighs 7.5 lbs Use with pneumatic nailers & staplers found in 92102's reviews: utterly useless - We use a standard Porter-Cable* 18 gauge brad nailer. We'll continue to use a reliable Porter Cable compressor for our jobs and return this piece of junk.*
*2 HP Oil-less Air* Compressor \| Makita MAC2200**
	$558.00 by Makita Anodized teflon cylinder and teflon/bronze-based piston ring for improved compression and reduced friction Easy to maintain, reusable foam intake filter Dynamically balanced counterweight crankshaft for reduced vibration Durable cast aluminum components for lightweight and fast heat dissipation Specially designed for use in the construction industry found in MAC2200's reviews: Do It Yourselfer's Compressor - This is a compressor for the serious Do-It-Yourselfer. I ran the Porter Cable 350 framing nailer, Senco SFN40 finish nailer, and a Porter Cable brad nailer, and haven't had any problems yet.
*2-1/2" 16 Gauge Finish Nailer / Compressor* Combination Kit \| Bostitch CPACK200**
	$560.00 by Bostitch Kit also comes with a 25-foot airline kit with all fittings and teflon tape 1.5 hp, 5.8-gallon oil-less compressor with wheels for portability 1000 2-1/2-inch finish nails, tool oil, tool carrying case Combo pack includes a 2-1/2-inch 16-gauge finish nailer found in CPACK200's reviews: A Bostitch satisfied customer - I needed a compressor and the combo packs offered the best value for the money. That combo was my choice, and after using them for several Months now, I am very satisfied with both the nailer and compressor. I did add a Porter cable narrow crown stapler and am now about to purchase a Porter Cable 1 1/4 brad nailer. Between these three tools and compressor, my projects can all be accomplished with ease. Quality for the $ - I wanted to get a compressor and gun for myself. This is the first Bostitch compressor I have used, and I find it is quieter and smoother than our Porter-Cable and Devilbis compressors of the same horse power and capacity. This is the only small sized compressor I have seen with wheels. I just put a roof on last week using the compressor.
*1-1/2 Horsepower 5.8-Gallon Air* Compressor \| Hitachi EC10SC**
	$306.99 by Hitachi 30-day satisfaction guarantee and a limited one-year warranty on parts and labor Exceptional air delivery 5.8 gallon tank handles a wide range of applications Line regulator with gauge 3.6 CFM at 90 PSI found in EC10SC's reviews: A GOOD LITTLE COMPRESSOR - THIS IS A GOOD COMPRESSOR FOR THE HOMEOWNER/DIY-ER WHO WANTS THE POWER TO RUN NAIL GUNS, BUT DOESN'T NEED THE SIZE REQUIRED BY A PRO. I HAVE USED MINE TO RUN A CONSTRUCTION NAILER (PORTER-CABLE FR-350), A COIL-ROOFING NAILER (BOSTICH), ALONG WITH OTHER TOOLS. A GOOD VALUE ESPECIALLY WHEN BUYING THE PACKAGE DEAL (COMPRESSOR,NAILER,HOSE). ( NONE OF WHICH MATTERS IF YOU LEAVE IT IN THE GARAGE AND ADD EXTRA AIRHOSE INSTEAD.