What is the cfm consumption for this sander and at what psi should it operate at?
1531748
It uses 17cfm@90psi. 90psi is the operating pressure. You would need at least a 60-80 gallon 2 stage 175 psi air compressor.
1425153
That would depend on the desired result. I added a shut off valve for the air and operate typically @ 35psi.
883369
I operate it at about 2200 psi. But, I have no idea about the design limitations.
1918903
I run mine @ 90 PSI. I use a Porter Cable pancake at home and a Senco PC1010 on the jobsite. The gun works great with either compressor.
1280316
Yes you need an air compressor with a minimum of 16 cfm to run this tool. I would however recommend even more cfm than that as this tool is a bit of an air hog.
1529568
Cfm is an ambiguous rating and it's difficult to say. I would say 38 would be better as it accounts for compressed volume of air. However if you are using power tools or anything that needs more air I would look much higher or you will see significant pressure drops. Something in the 100's at least or 200's would be ideal. I bought this and switched to a 200+ scfm and I only get a drop of 2-3psi. With this unit I experienced 20-30psi drop at full load.
389446
I would think if you needed to run a drill at this pressure to provide required performance, you should be looking at a 1/2" or electric. At every plant I've worked in, house air usually runs ~90psi (at tool). Higher pressures regulated at the compressor may be needed to facilitate working pressure (to the tool), normally due to plumbing long runs, leaking or too restrictive piping/connections. But running any 3/8" hand drill at 140-150psi is going to dramatically reduce the life of the product.
1650635
The sander is a double insulated, 120V 3.0 amp. & has orbits per minute of 7000/12000 with a 5in Dia. pad.
1574373
Jeff, I got one of these and use on a 2200 PSI Washer and it works very well.
2070522
I believe the manual stated 70. I found it to be ok but I get a cleaner cut when using 75 psi for 3/16 to 1/4. Speed, distance of tip to metal, clean tips, type of metal, etc. also play an important role. I set my compressor regulator to 90 and adjust the plasma cutter regulator to desired setting. Looking at buying an inline regulator on Amazon and eliminate the plasma cutter regulator and set the compressor's regulator to max (110) for quick easy adjustments for the cutter or my other air tools versus going back and forth.
2070520
70-75 psi seems to work well. more pressure does not appear to have any greater effect. Hands down, one of the best purchases I have made in some time. I only use 110 volts. It has been more than adequate for my needs.
983800
It uses very low PSI 25-35 depending on your needs. I have a similar compressor and it is more then adequate. It is very easy to clean and does excellent work.
904614
CFM need is 6.1, Most 1/2 inch impacts require around 5-7 CFM. You might need to go with a 3/8 drive for lower CFM.
2102281
I've seen specs on the Sealey VS0042 air lift equivalent tool say: Air pressure 90psi. Air consumption 12cfm. Hope that gives you some idea.
798765
The manual states a minimum psi to use which I believe is 1800psi. I use a electric 1600psi pressure washer and works just fine.
279966
I run mine At 90 psi or less. A small compressor is perfect for this nailer. The pin nails are small and hold well. I use it for finish work on small items and to hold items when I am gluing.
2108249
"Average air consumption 6.2 cfm - Actual air consumption 25 cfm", (??) according to CP's website. All I know is it's never bogged running off of my old, oil-free 120 volt, 4HP DeVilbiss that's rated for 6.9 CFM @ 90 PSI. I run it with 30' or more of 3/8" line, no special high flow fittings or anything, and it's broken some pretty gnarly fasteners with no struggle at all. I wrench DIY, not pro, and I believe the DeVilbiss draws about 14 amps.