Typhoon Pro Blow Gun

This is a great product. I bought the pro version to get the all-metal design (the product picture is wrong), and I'm glad I did. Super high-quality design, feels just right in the hand. The amount of air this thing puts out is awesome, just shy of leafblower status. It is quieter, smoother operating, and in my opinion safer than conventional blow guns because it doesn't have a single orifice. Totally worth the $27 I paid including shipping, and I would recommend the pro model.

Stanley Bostitch CAP1512-OF 1.2 Gallon Oil-Free High-Output Trim Compressor

• High-output oil-free pump delivers 2.8 CFM @ 90 PSI and 150 PSI max operating pressure for multiple finish tool operation
• 2.0 HP (Peak), 1.5 HP (Running) motor draws 12 amps for easy start up without tripping circuit breakers
• 1.2 gallon compact design weighs 23.5 lbs. for easy portability
• Integrated control panel with roll cage protects gauges from jobsite damage
• LED ON/OFF switch lets you know when the compressor is on to eliminate low-pressure misfires

Here are a few measurements comparing this Bostitch to the Porter Cable 6 gallon pancake compressor it's replacing:

Bostitch / Porter Cable

Time to charge: 0:47 (@150 psi) / 2:31 (@135 psi)

Decibels @ 3ft: 90 dB / 92 dB

Weight: 26.8 lbs / 33.8 lbs

Air blower @ 90 psi (time before pressure falls below 90 psi): 9 seconds / 11 seconds

Pressure after 1 minute of air blower: 35 psi / 50 psi

Equilibrium pressure leaving air blower open: 35 psi after 30 seconds / 35 psi after 2 minutes

The Bostitch is faster to charge, quieter, and lighter. Both motors produce about the same amount of compressed air.

The smaller tank on the Bostitch provides slightly less air, but the fast recovery mostly offsets this concern.

The Bostitch earns five stars from me.

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I purchased the Bostitch CAP1512 compressor due to its light weight and compact size. I wanted an alternative to my 70 lb. Dewalt/Emglo (which works perfectly, but without wheels is too cumbersome to carry around). The Bostitch worked right out of the box. It was easy to set up and use. I used it to with my brad nailer to install the shoe moulding in my recently remodeled kitchen and it worked flawlessly.

Likes: compact size, portability, on/off switch, air pressure, price, control panel, ease of use

Dislikes: none noted

I am satisfied with the compressor and would reccommend it to others who are in the market for a compact compressor.

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I use a compressor for brad and finish nailing, inflating tires, and blowing sawdust off my tools (I also energize some effects at a haunted house at Halloween, but that's another story). One of my main uses is to trim out sets at a local community theater, so easy portability is a must. This compressor fits the bill perfectly.

The 1.2 gallon tank is small, but the fact that it goes to 150 PSI means it performs like a larger tank, and it also means that 100 PSI tools will always be operating at full pressure. Also, the pump is fast and fairly quiet as these things go. It takes 45 seconds to charge from 0 to 150 PSI. The pump cuts back in 125 PSI and takes 10 seconds to charge back up. This is enough to get about 5 shots out of my 16 gauge finish nailer, and of course I could get at least twice that before the tool actually lost pressure. I don't have a framing nailer, but I'd guess you'd get about half that, so it would work in a pinch, but you wouldn't use it for serious jobs. It will run the blower attachment flat out at 50 PSI.

I'm replacing a 4 gallon pancake compressor that was a bit heavy and awkward to carry. This compressor is light and the handle is well positioned. Also, all the plumbing is well protected, which was another issue with my old compressor, which had pipes and gauges sticking out just asking to get knocked off.

Finally, since my old compressor once tipped over and dumped oil all over my car, I *really* appreciate the Oil-free, no maintenance motor.

Most low end compressors have visibly shoddy construction, but this at least appears well built. Of course, only time will tell how it actually holds up.

So, bottom line: obviously, this isn't for serious framing, roofing, paint sprayers, or air sanders, but for trimming and other light duty, where portability is important, it's absolutely perfect.

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I really like the ergonomics of this air compressor. The dials are large and easy to read. All of the controls are on the front of the unit. This compressor is very light weight, making it extremely portable. I am amazed at how quiet this compressor is, and the tank fills quickly reducing the run time of the engine.

So far, I've only used this compressor to fill the air in the tires of my SUV, motorcycle, lawnmower and bicycle. No more trips to the gas station I should have made this purchase a lot sooner. I can say without hesitation that you will be delighted with this air compressor from Bostitch.

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I bought this because it is the lightest and smallest compressor that fit my needs. I primarily use it with finish guns and staplers and it works exceedingly well. I don't know how long it will last but I think for the price and what I have already been able to complete it has paid for itself. Great design. I highly recommend this for small jobs.

New Air Pneumatic ANGLE DIE GRINDER - Air Tool Tools

• Air Die Grinder
• angle grinder

Now this is why I don't look too deep into the reviews. The only other review for this item and seller is negative and only 1 star.. What gives? I'd have to say for the price I paid for this it's none other than a steal. The item arrived at my local post office about the same time I would have assumed it would be and my first experience with it was very acceptable. I figured it would be slow and weak but it is the exact opposite. All my coworkers fail to believe that I indeed only paid less than twenty dollars for it. So 4 outta 5 stars for you sir.

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I bought this tool knowing it would be cheap and hoping it would last for a month or so to finish a project I'm working on polishing small bronze statues. What I received was a non-functional tool in a package that had already been broken open. The rivit holding the handle of the tool on had been drilled at an angle making it not hit the trigger. What kind of seller puts a useless tool in a broken package into a box and ships it to a customer?

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The first time I tried to use this product I plugged it up to the air and it immediately started rotating, it started rotating so fast it slung the blade off, something with the trigger mechanism is messed up and it is brand new. I do not advise for anyone to buy this product.

Powermate PM0497000.04 8,750 Watt 389cc 13HP Honda GX390 Gas Powered Portable Generator

The generator was shipped and delivered quickly. Instructions for handle and wheel kits were accurate, and everything we needed was in the box.

Although I hadn't planned to do so, I purchased and installed a six-circuit transfer switch. This generator has more than enough power to have gone with a larger transfer switch, as it turns out.

I love Honda products. Once I put in the gas and oil, I anticipated having at least a little difficulty with the first start-up, but to my delighted amazement, the first pull on the starter rope resulted in a smooth-running engine cadence. A beautiful sound.

I highly recommend this item, and Amazon had the best price.

Best of luck to you all.

After an easy assembly and filling with gas and oil, a quick pull on the cord and it started up first time. It ran smooth and quiet. A small part was missing from the handle so I emailed customer service at powermate and told them the part number that was missing. To my surprise they emailed me back and shipped the part out to me the next day so that I could assemble the generator handle properly. Perfect product and superb customer service....Who could ask for anything more!

I fitted a transfer switch and wired a remote outdoor socket then stored my generator in the shed....All ready for the next power outage.

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The price seems to fluctuate between $1,200 & $1,300, so wait it out if you're able (depending on your likelihood of a blackout). Obviously, after Hurricane Sandy, this and other power-related goods have been long sold out.

My house, along with most others in Northeast NJ, had a prolonged blackout during Hurricane Sandy from downed power lines across the state. While mine was "only" 2.5 days (some coworkers didn't have power for 2 weeks), I'd found that a blackout causes not only inconvenience, but a morbid sense of vulnerability. It doesn't matter if you have a shack or a mansion; you NEED a generator "just in case". It proved to be the case for me within 5 months of owning a home. Ideally, you'd have something like a 20KW Generac standby generator that runs on natural gas (like the typical stove-top) which is automatic and can power the entire house, but it is quite expensive ($10K range) and takes up a lot of outdoor space.

Instead, I have this high capacity gasoline generator with a garage 240V receptable and basement 2 transfer switches for my main & sub electrical panels (10 toggle switches total to manually flip between grid & generator power). Otherwise, you'd need to run a LONG 120V power extension cord (or upto 4 multiple) from the generator to a power strip for each of your appliances, while risking a cord overload fire hazard and leaving upstairs unpowered.

The "accessories" assembly probably took an hour, with most of the time spent looking for the correct size tools and bricks to prop up the generator for wheels, grounding, and handle assemblies. Do the assembly as soon as you receive the generator, since it may take longer than assumed, especially in the dark.

This gasoline generator is compact in comparison to a natural gas standby generator, but bigger than the typical cheap gasoline generator that you can lug in a car. You'd need more than 2 people to load this generator into an SUV or a truck (definitely won't fit in a sedan). Its 7,000W running / 8,750W peak capacity is probably overkill for most homes, but the large 8 gallon gasoline tank and efficient engine powered for roughly 15 hour stretches my large refrigerator (spoiled/no food = bad), Zoeller 1/2 HP sump pump (flooded basement = bad), Fios router (no WiFi = suicide), outlets for multiple laptops & smartphones, stovetop hood (as needed), kitchen lights, hot water boiler (hot water in fall/winter? Yes please), and master bed lights & TV/cable box (WTH's going on out there?). I didn't need to worry about each watt an item used AND had a long time between fill-ups. If you don't need the generator running non-stop at moderate load, you can easily go 24 hours on one 8-gallon fill-up.

WARNING: when you shut off the generator using its power switch, you may get a loud & bright backfire from the opposite side of where the power switch is (the other wide side). Aside from being scary, it's a fire hazard. Instead of using the power switch first, turn the fuel regulator valve to off (you would've turned the valve to on the during startup sequence per the chassis's stickererd directions), prior to switching off the generator.

With (this or another) generator, you should also purchase:

1. Quality power cable: I have a 20' 30-Amp 14-gauge 240V power cable ($64 in 7/2012, $100 in 11/2012) that connects to the relay switch adapter, but even if you don't have a 240V adapter, you'll want a quality 120V cable. Last thing you want during a storm & power outage is an electrical fire.

2. At least two 5-gallon No-Spill gasoline cans, even if you don't fill them (87 Octane gasoline; higher's fine, but a waste of $ for this generator). Gasoline cans were sold out days before the hurricane hit, and you'll want to stock up on gasoline to avoid crazy long lines, or at least BE able to get gasoline. My experienced neighbor has 6x 5-gallon cans; I have 4x 5-gallon & 2x 2.5-gallon cans. Of them, I have 2x 5-gallon Eagle cans, which are almost double the price of the plastic No-Spill 5-gallon cans, but the Eagles' shape/size/weight are impractical for short-term use (but great for long-term storage of gasoline).

3. Synthetic 10W-30 motor oil & FUNNEL: Generator comes with one quart, but you'll need to top off the oil after about 10 hours of runtime. Recommended change is after every 50, but many people recommend first change at 20 hours or so (assuming non-synthetic); color of used oil confirms the adage. Generator will automatically shut off if oil's low. Synthetic lasts much longer than traditional for very minimal premium.

4. Head Lamp: Like a miner's flashlight. You may look dorky, but having 2 free hands while setting up and filling gasoline/oil into the generator will prove essential. Besides, trying to hold a flashlight between your teeth looks much dorkier.

5. Sta-bil: Gasoline stabilizer for longterm storage (1 year). 8oz should be sufficient (1oz for 5 gallons of gasoline); Sta-bil itself is only good for about 2 years after opening.

6. Shaker tube: Transfers liquids between containers by shaking the tube. Pouring 8 gallons of gasoline into a generator takes a LONG time (at least 30 minutes?) and is VERY tiring. This tube (or the like) can instead quickly do all the work.

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7. Cable Lock: I figured I didn't need one in a nice neighborhood, but after days of others' power loss and apparent desperation, I feared finding out my generator got stolen the hard way. Buy a 25' lock cable & 2 locks for peace of mind.

8. Storage cover: Just a decent elastic canvas-type cover should do to keep off dust, bugs, etc., assuming it's stored in a garage or a shed. You wouldn't want electrical or intake/exhaust ports clogged by dust or spiders at an inconvenient time.

My friends got berated by their wife for not being prepared for the power outages. Don't be one of them (Happy Wife = ...), especially if you have children. At least get a darn flashlight... (better yet, a Coleman LED Quad Lantern).

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I have read the other reviews so I'll try not to repeat what has already been said, most of which I'm in agreement with. The assembly is pretty straight forward and the instructions on how to do this could be done better. My main gripe about this unit is the wheels. There is no straight shaft running the length of the unit and the wheels on mine tilt inward because (let's face it) with 8 gallons of gas, a generator, and Honda motor, this thing is very heavy. I'm quite certain I will be looking to re-engineer this problem after the wheels fall off, but until that time comes, I'll live with it.

For those of you who don't know this is not an "inverter" generator. Inverters are king of the hill when it comes to generators and they can cost you more than what you want to pay. Honda makes smaller inverters that run quieter because the engines can run variably to the amount of power needed through electronic control. The downside to inverters are their cost and repair cost if that would be needed. In the future I can see inverters being the norm for generators when they get cheaper.

I installed a transfer panel (Reliance) in my home to compliment my new generator. Some tips on transfer panels: make sure if you are thinking of running (and I don't know if this is a good idea for load balance issues) your central AC that you get a transfer panel that has a two pole 30 amp breaker or something similar to that. I didn't realize it at first but the transfer panel I bought didn't have enough 15 amp breakers for my use and too many 20 amp breakers that I didn't really need and NO 30amp breakers. In other words do your homework and check out what you have in your fuse panel to match the right transfer switch that you may need and you'll be OK.

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Northern Industrial Tools Air Tool Accessory Kit - 18-Pc. Set

I bought this to replace a similar tool that had been borrowed from me--yeah, yeah, I know--because it had the rubber nozzle end for the blower. I really like having that soft end, and this unit also came with other attachments that made it seem like it was going to be wonderful. WRONG! When I attached it to the compressor, the rubber nozzle blew off the end and now it won't go back on securely. The threads on the various parts are stiff and tightening them makes you nervous because you feel like maybe they won't be able to be removed if you use the force necessary to attach them. Bad machine work is all that is. I usually think of Northern Industrial as a quality supplier. This piece gave them a black eye in my book.

Mintcraft FDQ910 Air Inflation Kit 4 Piece

• "MINTCRAFT" INFLATION KIT
• Air Inflation Kit Piece of 4
• Kit contains inflation adapter, tapered inflation nozzle, inflation needle, tire nozzle.

I purchased this set for the tapered inflation nozzle. It fits nicely into a pilates ball. The nozzle and the basketball needle are the same size. You should note that, when using this with a standard bicycle pump, you have to push down the lever on the pump to lock them into place. It looks as though these pieces screw in, but they do not on my pump. I have tried to measure these as accurately as possible and will list them in order that they appear in the picture.

Basketball needle: 1/4 inch

Tapered nozzle: 1/4 inch

Inflation adapter: 5/16 inch both ends

Tire nozzle: 5/16 inch

Hitachi 19210B Air Compressor Synthetic Oil 8oz SAE 5W50

• Synthetic Oil- SAE 5W50

If you are interested in 5W50 do not buy this product. They will send you Hitachi 19210 which is 10W30. This oil has totally different parameters then 5W50. I called them couple of weeks ago letting them know about the mix-up and they told me this is the only oil they have and still keep the same description of the product. I guess the company has an overstock of 10W30 and just wants to sell it. They do not care that it can damage your compressor.

One good thing about it is that they did not mind accepting the product back. Just remember to request the return lable for the shipment. Money for the product was refunded, but the cost of initial shipment was not (and in my case it was almost $10). It was them who sent the wrong product, so they should refound my entire costs, not only for the product.

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I am writing this review in effort to clarify what the difference is between Hitachi 19210 compressor oil verses Hitachi 19210B compressor oil. The short answer is they are both one of a kind, 5W-50 synthetic compressor oil. Hitachi added the "B at the end designating Bulk.

For those who are interested in the long version, read on. I ordered a 12 pack of Hitachi 19210B compressor oil through Amazon and received a 12 pack of Hitachi 19210 compressor oil as labeled on the bottles.

I called Hitachi's 1-800-706-7337 (USA Power Tool) number that Friday evening and asked the rep to please tell me what is the difference between Hitachi's 19210 and 19210B versions of this compressor oil is.

The response was the 19210 has been discontinued and replaced by the 19210B version. The rep had no further information spec wise and suggested I speak with Hitachi's Tech Support team but unfortunately they left for the evening and would not be back until next Monday.

That night after reading the two reviews, I too had the same concerns expressed in both of the reviews, is this a 10W-30 oil or seeing the 19210 has been discontinued, how old is the oil I received? I did not want to risk using this oil in three Hitachi compressors I own.

Convinced that there is a difference, I contacted Amazon that night and explained my issue. The Amazon rep was very polite, sympathetic and helpful. My original order was reordered with the expectation that I will receive 12 bottles labeled 19210B. I receive shipment today and on the sealed box there was a label stating "Hitachi 19210B 8 ounce synthetic compressor oil 12 bottles". The box was opened and all 12 bottles are labeled 19210.

I called Hitachi and asked to speak with a Tech Support rep. I asked the Tech Support rep what is the difference between 19210 and 19210B. The answer was there is no difference. Hitachi changed the model number by adding a "B" to indicate bulk. The silk screen label on the bottle was never changed and will read 19210 and further stated that this compressor oil is synthetic 5W-50 compressor oil.

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i bought 2 tubes og this and found it its false advertizing its not the B model its the really old standard number.the viscosity is probably all broken down by now and will burn out my compressor.dont trust this guy i think it was LLc enterprises or similar.buy from ebay at least i get protection from these bums that selll junk but not here.