Compressors

Choochter

Choochter

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I feel the need for a replacement compressor.
Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced, simple to use compressor, please?
I only use it for blowing up tractor tyres and occasionally for blowing crud off radiators.
Thanks, Ann
 
I am looking at the moment too, after thieves damaged the one in my outfarm trying to steal it. I am not an expert in any way, just looking for a middle of the road one that can run an airgun now and again This is the one I am looking at, might be a bit of overkill for what you want.

150L Belt Drive Air Compressor 3hp- Cast Cylinders | SAC1153B | Sealey

1 Year Guarantee - Fitted with a genuine 3hp motor. Twin capacitors and a centrifugal switch aid trouble free start up on a 13A supply.
www.sealey.co.uk www.sealey.co.uk
Would something like this be big enough?
Blowing out rads needs a fair bit of air.

Air Compressor 2hp with 4pc Air Accessory Kit | SAC5020APK | Sealey

Aluminium cylinder head with cast iron cylinder gives added resistance to wear. Suitable for general purpose workshop applications.
www.sealey.co.uk www.sealey.co.uk
 
The pictures are slightly different machines, the two outlets are just two supplies, so you can multi task :D
It's electric
 
The one I have just now is oil free.
Problem is that when it fills up the tank and switches off, it doesnt switch back on properly and I have to turn it off completely and wait.
 
Choochter said:
The one I have just now is oil free.
Problem is that when it fills up the tank and switches off, it doesnt switch back on properly and I have to turn it off completely and wait.
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There is a plastic knob beside the on off switch and pressure gauge, a bit of easing oil into this and turn it up and down a few times, may solve that issue.
 
With current H&S rules, if you buy a new compressor can you forget about getting it tested for a period or are you supposed to get it tested before you even use it?
 
deere66 said:
Below 250 bar/litres you are exempt so at 8bar (115psi) you could have a 30 litre tank by my reckoning
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So this would be exempt?
www.sgs-engineering.com

SGS 24 Litre Direct Drive Air Compressor & 5 Piece Tool Kit - 5.5 CFM, 1.5 HP

The SGS 24 litre air compressor and starter kit is ideal for DIY and trade applications such as spray-painting, tyre inflation, and nailing, stapling, sanding, drilling, cutting and grinding. Starter Tool Kit included.
www.sgs-engineering.com www.sgs-engineering.com
Quite tempted to get one at that price, to see whether it’s at all useable. My ‘current’ compressor must be over 20yo with a huge tank by comparison, but I rarely use it a lot.

Would it just be rubbish?
 
Slackjawedyokel said:
So this would be exempt?
www.sgs-engineering.com

SGS 24 Litre Direct Drive Air Compressor & 5 Piece Tool Kit - 5.5 CFM, 1.5 HP

The SGS 24 litre air compressor and starter kit is ideal for DIY and trade applications such as spray-painting, tyre inflation, and nailing, stapling, sanding, drilling, cutting and grinding. Starter Tool Kit included.
www.sgs-engineering.com www.sgs-engineering.com
Quite tempted to get one at that price, to see whether it’s at all useable. My ‘current’ compressor must be over 20yo with a huge tank by comparison, but I rarely use it a lot.

Would it just be rubbish?
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Took some finding, the actual legislation but

The Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000

www.legislation.gov.uk www.legislation.gov.uk

As for that compressor, the Clarke ones at Machine Mart seem very similar, probably just the paintwork
 
Sawdust said:
If you are trying to blow up a tyre it will take ages, and if it’s a high pressure trailer tyre, then it probably won’t even manage.
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I found it much faster than the foot pump
Obviously it's not going to compare with a big desiel road compressor
 
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