This Compressor says 4.1 CFM but will it run a nail gun that requires 4.5 ?
1196397
I own several Hitachi NR83A3 framing nailers and this compressor keeps up. If one takes the cfm of air per cycle needed for that nailer and divides it into 4.1 you get 64 cycles per minute. I do not know of anyone who can keep that up. The CFM rating of 4.1 is at 90psi and not 120 which I run my framing nailers at. I bought this compressor because I wanted a compressor I could use in conjunction with another when I needed more CFM like when I texture drywall. I like the idea that this compressor is 100% duty cycle. None of these compressors I am aware of are all that good at starting in freezing weather but this compressor seems to be the best of its type. I have other compressors which are belt driven with more power and they are much better in freezing weather but they cost a lot more and are much heavier. When the compressor first starts with no air in the tank it has a check valve at the top of the compressor that allows air to bypass the tank until it has been running for a short time. This seems to help it start when it is cold and the air compressor has not run all night. Once there is some air in the tank you never hear it again until after you drain the tank. Before I bought this compressor I looked for one with a 100% duty cycle rating and found that there are very few available. While this compressor may look like most others it is my favorite hand carry compressor. After a short time I started using synthetic compressor oil because I think that helps a compressor start easier in cold weather and helps it to last longer. Before I changed the oil I spoke with someone at the company and they were great about helping me.
1918904
Manufacturer's usually state that the PSI should be between 80-120 PSI in almost all nail guns. I usually have my compressor set not to go below 90 PSI. A lot depends on the gun and what you are nailing into. The harder woods sometimes it is nice to bump up the PSI to 100+ and not let it go below that.
1194103
I have used this gun on my porter cable 2 gallon compressor and just recently purchased a husky 8 gallon and the nail gun works fine on both. The regulators on the compressors work fine but I did purchase an inline filter for the husky compressor because I plan to use it for painting. For just nailing I would think as long as you oil the gun a filter shouldn't be required but then they are not expensive and does give your gun added protection.
1281298
CFM is not going to be a problem, unless you're a heck of a lot faster than I was. I used 90psi (the max for my compressor) nailing red oak flooring and had no problem as long as I paid attention and made sure the nailer was tight and square to the boards.
474256
The manual requires 80 - 100 psi. I am running this on a large compressor, but I see no reason why the tank you are looking at wouldn't work. My BOSTITCH PN50 Mini Impact Nailer can drive a 3-1/2" hot dipped deck framing nail into a 6"x6" post in less than 2 seconds. Don't know how I got along without it.
1425365
Yes. The compressor takes the standard hose adapters for pneumatic tools, spray guns, tire inflators etc. Most nailers do not consume that much air anyway.
939171
Yes. Something that closely matches the suggested rating (CFM and PSI). I bought a Husky Pro compressor on sale 3 years ago. It has a cast iron pump, 2 HP motor, 30 gallon tank and runs very quietly compared to other, smaller units I've owned/rented/borrowed. It can reach a maximum of 135psi and 6.5 CFM (cubic Feet per Minute) at 40 psi, 5.5 at 90 and does very well for my home projects (refinishing firearms, painting, among other things). If you got the sand blaster, I'd look into renting a compressor first until you know if you can justify the expense of investing in a larger compressor. Yes. Something that closely matches the suggested rating (CFM and PSI). I bought a Husky Pro compressor on sale 3 years ago. It has a cast iron pump, 2 HP motor, 30 gallon tank and runs very quietly compared to other, smaller units I've owned/rented/borrowed. It can reach a maximum of 135psi and 6.5 CFM (cubic Feet per Minute) at 40 psi, 5.5 at 90 and does very well for my home projects (refinishing firearms, painting, among other things). If you got the sand blaster, I'd look into renting a compressor first until you know if you can justify the expense of investing in a larger compressor.
110100
I run mine on a 3.0 SCFM compressor (4 gallon tank) and have had NO problems - not a single jam. This is a home DIY nailer so it does not get heavy use...this is a good nailer for me, an excellent value.
1485854
Probably....... I used my last one to paint my fence. The Spec on the Compressor Reads: SCFM at 40 PSI of 4.8 cu and a Standard Paint Gun Operating Pressure found on Amazon is found to be 29 to 51 PSI Avg. Air Consumption: 4.2 to 7.1 CFM. I found another that read "Requires 43-58 PSI inlet pressure for proper operation" but doesn't reference how many cubic feet per minute.
1701359
For occasional and light duty work I would say yes. The compressor is very quiet and yet has quick recovery and holds good pressure. I would not agree to professional or prolonged use with a spray gun or any high cfm consumption tools. This handles my nail guns and airs an occasional tire with ease.
1730537
I can't answer this question because my compressor is 8.1 @40 and 6.3 @ 90. I can say it woked well at this output. It is designed for Low Volume at Low Pressure so I would go to the sights and check out the specs. http://www.californiaairtools.com/spray-guns/sp-33000/
1848963
i wouldn't use it for spray painting unless spraying a small area its only 2.8 cfm sprayers use more than that... I use it for nail guns wouldn't use it for high cfm tools like angle grinders, sand blasters, air snips, hvlp or chisels. its a great compressor but still has limitations
1347036
I think i set mine between 40-60psi. You really need an air compressor with volume...not a small pancake style meant for a nailer but a full size version.
398084
Yes. This gun is a high volume low pressure gun. Small projects like your talking about is perfect for the air compressor your using.
583447
I'm not sure but the machine more than keeps my engraving tools that use 1 cu. at 90 psi., So far I am very happy with this compressor and keep it right by my work bench while it is runing
1088811
I can't say about the cfm, but as long as you're under the max psi it will flow whatever your compressor will put out. My compressor is a Camp/Haus 7HP, 4 Cylinder, 135 psi unit. No problem with big air tools or a sand blaster. I hope this helps.
1982193
Don't no the answer to the cfm question, but I run my air compressor at 100psi.