This is exactly true.



Standard 120Vac house outlet can not possibly supply enough current for the horsepower a lot of compressors claim to put out.



For example CT sells a CH 5hp/120vac compressor that says 20 amps. They also have a IR compressor 2hp/120vac that says 15 amps. The Ingersoll Rand ratings make sense, the Campbell Hausfeld is impossible unless they've discovered a 155% efficient motor that no one else uses.



I would suggest choosing the tools you want to use before choosing the compressor. The tools should have a rating on them, make sure the compressor can cover it. Get the biggest tank you can fit / afford.

 

get a screw compresor if you ahev about £8000 . it works liek a super charger and is compleetly silent

 

Campbell Hausfeld BUSTED!!!!



http://aircompressorsettlement.com/index.php3

 

Called the wife, asked her to look for me. It's a CH, "5.5 hp" 22 gallon. Damn!



I'm gonna try to make a claim.

 

Most HVLP spray guns require ALOT of cfm, the low pressure part

of HVLP doesnt mean it consumes less air, they actually use more

CFM then conventional guns. Alot of those compact compressors

cant keep up with a HVLP gun

 

wow, glad none of my compressors are on that list, lol

 

u let the wife doing the shopping?

 

I didnt know that about CH. We have one in my garage, but its a big 220v CH compressor. Ive never had nay problems, but its loud as hell. The compressor is in our workshop in one corner of the yard, and the house is centered. My room is on the opposite end of the house, and I can hear the compressor come on in the workshop when Im in my room.

 

i guess this el-cheapo Harbour frieght air comp isn't going to cut it eh?



4-1/2 HP 21 GALLON CAST IRON VERTICAL COMPRESSOR





Two Built-in Universal Quick Connect Couplers for Convenient Air Hose Connection

Long-life oil lubricated compressor with precision machined cast iron sleeve

Twin capacitor motor with thermal overload protection

Wheel kit with 6'' wheels and ergonomic for smooth portability

Oil level indicator window for easy maintenance

Reduced vibration with rubber foot stabilizers

4-1/2 peak horsepower; 120 volt, 60Hz

125 PSI max; 4.4 CFM @ 90 PSI; 11.1 CFM @ 40 PSI

Shipping weight: 152 lbs.





=(



it was only 159 dollars.

 

My HVLP set-up runs off its own turbine(AKA vacuum motor)