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Monday, October 13, 2014

Iron Horse IHHD103L-AK 3.2-Gallon 125 PSI Max Hot Dog Air Compressor

Iron Horse IHHD103L-AK 3.2-Gallon 125 PSI Max Hot Dog Air Compressor
  • Hand Carry Model
  • Direct Drive Air Compressor
  • Comes with a 25-foot air hose
  • Comes with a 20-piece accessory kit
  • Easy to use and move

We bought this air compressor to power a piece of equipment that we use at our candy company. First off, this was the cheapest and smallest model that we could find that would provide 5.1 CFM at 90 PSI; we chose it over others simply for that reason. When it got here though, you'd have thought we bought the top of the line model. It was packaged very well and came with all the accessories that you could need. Setup was very simple; we were using the compressor less than 45 minutes after we took it out of the box.

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Purchased product in September (not from Amazon)and used it approx 4 times to blow off a radiator in a tractor, used just blowing compressed air onto hay/straw chaff, for less that 30 minutes each time. Also used to inflate four passenger truck tires. Unit quit working abruptly (seems electrical, would not start). Returned to store, they gave me a replacement I was happy. Used replacement to fill up another four truck tires. Took it to use to help my brother do some framing as his compressor was busy at another job site, this thing wouldn't start up again on me, returned to the store for full refund. Lost time is very expensive. If anybody has any suggestions of a small portable compressor good for blowing off rads, blowing up tires and light carpentry pneumatic work please send me your suggestions. It will not be another of these units.

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The size, rated CFM, cost, and accessories combination is really attractive in this unit. If it really does put out 5.1 CFM it can run a reasonable number of air tools making it more than a tire and ball filler. It comes with a real 25 ft hose rather than one of those little plastic coiled things which are not very useful and tangle in everything. So, because of this I ignored all the warnings about bad packaging and arriving damaged rationalizing that people are more apt to leave a review when they are unhappy with the product. The product is shipped in the vendors box which means that Amazon really can't do much about it besides simply stop selling it. The box was mildly damaged but upon removing everything, here is what I found. The inside of the box and the unit were covered with oil. The bottle of oil that is supplied was not leaking. It seemed to be oil from the unit that maybe residual from when they operated it at the factory to see if it worked and then drained it. The oil cap on the compressor was very loose so oil definitely could have leaked out. One of the pressure gauges was broken, the pressure regulator fell apart in my hand when I tried to adjust it, and the tank drain valve also broke when I tried to operate it. In this state it is inoperable and a candidate to simply return to Amazon. So why did I give it three stars rather than one you ask? Because I fixed all the broken stuff and it now seems to work pretty well and is not too loud for a small direct drive compressor. So, if you really aren't very handy with tools and such I would recommend that you do not purchase this unit. It very likely will be broke when it arrives. If you are willing to take a chance and make some repairs ie spend another $30 on parts, then you may really like this unit. Even though I just went down to the local building supply store and purchased parts, I still plan to call the vendor to see if they will send me replacement parts. At least then I will have some spare parts.

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As others have reviewed the compressor is not bad, although packing of unit is the most uncaring I've seen. If you order this I can assure you that pressure gauges will be destroyed and possible plastic cover will be cracked as mine was. I needed to use the compressor and did not return it like I should have. I could have picked up a unit at a local auto parts store for less money and be assured item was not damaged. Once I replaced gauges and tightened all fittings (teflon tape was included in massive amounts) filled with oil and being thankful that the requlator and pressure switch was undamaged in shipment, the unit ran well and strong.

Like many customers, I read the reviews on this item and discovered that I should have paid more attention to these reviews. The air compressor arrived and the box was oil-soaked and damaged. The box lid was open and the UPS delivery person stayed and had me look inside the box to check for other damage. The entire unit was covered in oil and the packaging was non-existent as the compressor was sitting loose in the box without any support. I notified Amazon.com and they have been very helpful in addressing the issue, so no complaints with them at this time. It is frustrating to receive an item that is damaged, especially when you need the item to complete a job.

Monday, July 14, 2014

RapidAir Compresed Air Piping System 10-Piece Tubing Clamps

RapidAir Compresed Air Piping System 10-Piece Tubing Clamps
  • 12 tubing clamps per package
  • Molded tubing clamp holds nylon tubing
  • Keep tubing out of the way against wall or ceiling
  • Mounting hole for clean installation appearance

Works well for what they are intended to do. Nothing high tech here, I know you can buy them at Lowe's or HD, I did not compare the price though. When using a power screwdriver it is easy to overtighten these and cause them to twist. After the first couple you get the feel for how much torque is enough.

Tuesday, December 24, 2013

Rockworth RW1504ST 4-Gallon Factory Reconditioned Portable Electric Air Compressor

Rockworth RW1504ST 4-Gallon Factory Reconditioned Portable Electric Air Compressor
  • 1.5 HP electric engine provides power and consistency
  • 155 PSI maximum pressure
  • Delivers 2.8 SCFM at 90 PSI to run multiple finish nail guns or 1 framing nail gun
  • Twin-stack tank configuration has 2 air outlets for running multiple tools
  • Oil-free pump means no maintenance

Well I recently had a job to do and had to pick between a porter cable and this RW1504ST. I looked at em both and this one ran smoother, quieter, and had .2 more CFM's so i went with the Rockworth (Same as the husky at home depot) Yeah its not built like a brick house and franky i dont care if the wheels fall off. It is light enough i can carry it across my yard with no problem. I was using a framing nailer and it did a fine job. When i had a helper setting planks and i was rapid nailing it could usually keep up but a few times it droped below 90lbs. Its a quick lever to drain the tanks individually and the regulator is easy to control. It will keep two different PSI's. One will stay at 155 and the other is the one you set yourself. Extra pressure in the back ground helps it from cycling it every time you use it while keeping a 120psi constant(or what you choose less 155). I see no problem worth noting so far.

Sure a $300 pump may be able to supply a crew of workers but this should be fine for less demanding situations and well worth its weight!!!!

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Rockworth in the states is not to common. A little back ground check revealed that Rockworth is sold in the U.K and Europe. In the states it is known as Husky. I read all the reviews and don't know about some of these folks. I have not had my unit to long, but it runs every day all day, no problem as of yet. Packaged real good,after opening and taking unit out,it looked like it just came off the line. No dents,scratches,broken parts or the like. Unit runs good, I use for finish nailer and it sets a 1" crown x 5/8" corrigated fastner. For my face frames. It did have plastic wheels which are round and they do roll.For the $"s spent and what i got, no complaints thus far.Iv'e been in carpenter trade for 50+ yrs. Used all kinds of compressors,from the big boys down to this little guy, and I'm glad i bought this Rockworth.Youall have some fun and be BAD.. Smoothbore00. Just for the record AMAZON price wise and customer follow up beat the H--l out of the big box stores,thats why i check with AMAZON before i spend to much... Just give them one chance you won't be sorry....l

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I only have used it to air up tires and air clean equip. but I've had it 6 months and it's worked fine.

bought it as a refurb. so it had some dings on it, but the price was right, came with a full set of accessories

(even though the ad stated no accessories included)so that was a bonus.

refills fast, safety valve and overfill shutoff work. control valves are accurate, fairly light weight.

Loud, so I wear ear plugs. (all these small units are noisy)

As good a unit as I expected to get....no complaints

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This compressor seemed fine at 1st. Then it started acting up and finally conked out after only 3 uses. Never sounded good. I wasn't able to return because too much time passed. Very poor product.

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This came straight out of a barn put in the box its gross. Refurbished should still mean at least clean the dam thing. Wow Ill never buy refurb from Amazon again. Why not just be honest and say "USED"

Sunday, December 15, 2013

All Power America APC4016-A 3.5 Horsepower 6 Gallon 115 PSI Air Compressor With 15 Accessories

All Power America APC4016-A 3.5 Horsepower 6 Gallon 115 PSI Air Compressor With 15 Accessories
  • Oil lube pump for longer life
  • Thermal overload protection for safety
  • Compact, lightweight, and mobile
  • 25 foot coil hose
  • Heavy-duty rubber tires

There is a pattern. The packaging is not well done. The top plastic shroud came cracked and broken. OK, I could live with that. I assembled it, and ran it for the 10 or 15 minutes break-in period stated in the instruction manual. When I unpluged it after that the power switch gave out a big puff of smoke. The contacts had literally had melted the plastic relay switch. I called the manufacturer who said thed would send out a new switch. A week and a half later no switch. Meanwhile I found a better compressor at a lower price. Amazon was great about the return (it was about 30 days). Funny thing: About 6 weeks after I called the manufacturer I got the switch in the mail. WOW speedy customer service.

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Ordered The All Power aircompressor #APC4016A on 11/09/2011 and received it eight days later.After reading other posts of the same compressor being delivered damaged,I dreaded seeing UPS drive up to my house knowing it most likely was damaged.I was literally shocked when two UPS employees carried it to the front of my garage undamaged.I thanked them and they waved back and drove off.Then I took the package inside and opened it up to find everything there as was stated on the box.I put oil in it and it started right up and broke itself in.I hit the jackpot with this compressor and could not be any happier with Amazon and UPS.I have never had to this date a bad experience with Amazon,they are top's in my book and will continue to order from them in the future.

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Opened the box and found out a broken pump cover and a broken power switch box. Motor didn't start due to a cut capacitor wire. Fixed the capacitor wire and it started ok. Had to duck tape the power switch box and pump cover.

Missing a quick connect coupler in the fitting set.

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Shouldn't even get 1 star. Well ok so I got in a week.

Compressor came broken and missing parts. The parts bag was included, however the parts were not put in it. The ziplock baggie was still sealed and hadn't been opened. They just tossed it in the box with the washers and nuts. Obviously I ended up losing a couple of washers. Luckily, I had a bunch and managed to get the wheels on.

However the biggest problem was that the plastic, electrical casing had been smashed to pieces. I inspected the electrical and determined it was locked in the on position and would not shut off on its own. You would have to unplug it to shut it off. While I was doing the inspection the glass top and O ring to the pressure gauge fell off. Quite comical by this point...lol. So I managed to get it going....and to my surprise the cheap ass plastic hose had multiple holes in it. What a piece of crap. If you gotta get one of these gems...go to the store and pick it up along with a hose. Never mind just look for another model. This one just sucks.

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The air compressor did not work as expected. I put the oil in as suggested before running and ran it for 5 min. The motor started smoking and would not run after that. I would like to return it and go another way.

Saturday, December 14, 2013

Fuji 3003 Q3 PRO Quiet 3-Stage HVLP Spray System

Fuji 3003 Q3 PRO Quiet 3-Stage HVLP Spray System
  • Quiet, portable, and powerful HVLP turbine and spray gun system
  • Professional finish with lacquers, enamels, polyurethane, latex, water-based coatings, and more
  • 3-stage HVLP turbine with patented soundproofing design; approximately 6 PSI
  • Non-bleed XT spray gun with stay-cool nylon handle and stainless steel fluid passages
  • 25-foot highly flexible hose provides increased maneuverability and reach

I recently purchased a Fuji Q3 and it has certainly lived up to my expectations. As a professional painter I finish trim for new houses. I bought a Campbell-Hausfeld HVLP sprayer and it served me fine for small jobs. It was portable but incredibly loud and difficult to set a fine enough spray for varnish. Not so with the Fuji sprayer. I used it for 8 hours straight today and I couldn't be happier. It was easy to adjust the material and pattern and keep a fine enough particle spray to do an excellent job from door casing to full doors. The turbines are also so quiet that I could still hear the radio playing in the background with out having to turn it up. The gun is so light weight that even after a full day of spraying my hand and arm are not tired. I bought and fully recommend the 6 foot whip hose. When needing to manuver the gun into tight spaces or to follow the pattern on a six panel oak door it was nice that I didn't have to drag around the heavier hose. Over all this outfit is first rate and a joy to use. Fuji is to be commended for such a fine product.

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I got the Fuji with the hopes of satisfying a large range of projects (and paint types). The Fuji's different nozzle sizes are very helpful for me. Lately, I have been refinishing a 33 foot boat. I have used thick exterior hull paints (epoxy) and thin interior finishes (varnish). It has taken some experimenting to get the right coverage. But, the more I use it the quicker I am able to dial into the right combo or air, value opening and nozzle size.

The compressor is amazingly quiet. My home vacuum is louder. Moving the compressor around (for the boat painting) was easy. It is light and can be set down on uneven ground. I do wish the power switch was a bit bigger or easier to hit. With gloves, mask and glasses on, I sometimes have to search for it while holding the sprayer level in my other hand. This too is getting easier with practice (ya, I know I could hang up the sprayer first, but when you are pushing to get something big painted without a crew, you give up some luxuries).

The spray unit seems to be well built. The spray trigger gives the same response every time which makes getting an even pattern only an operator issue.

Clean up is easy. Just about all surfaces are reachable with a rag so I haven't had too much buildup of crud in hard to reach places. The only 'trick' for my clean-up is getting the nozzle rebuilt with the spring pushing the locking-ball-washer out of alignment before you can screw the nozzle on. Just like the other elements, it is getting easier the more I do it.

I like my Fuji. I can't decide if the cost is good or just okay. But the turbine system is 100 times better than getting a bulky compressor, air tank, 220 volt electrical outlet and low portability pneumatic sprayer.

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I justified the cost of this equipment on a commission for 1200 feet of solid cherry baseboard molding and chair rail. It sprayed six coats of various finishes flawlessly. Sanding sealer, alcohol dye, stain, sealing shellac and two coats of water based urethane went on without a hitch.

Since purchasing two months ago, I have also sprayed acrylic latex paint on victorian gingerbread and railings, deck preservative on railings, primers on custom made windows and other various finishes on cabinets. This machine does it all and the other reviews accurately cover the features I like, too.

Thought I would give some tips I've learned using it. Buy the whip hose and mini-cup set. I use one cup for oils, another for alcohol based shellacs and dyes and the last for water finishes. This prevents contamination of non-compatible finishes on the small pieces of furniture I make.

Clean the gun right after use. Lower the cup then squeeze the trigger to get liquid remaining in the gun to drain. Spray solvent through it until clear. Its that simple. Latex paint will build up on the nozzle and can be peeled off while in use but should get a complete cleaning afterward. I unscrew the nozzle and clean it in an ultrasonic cleaner. This is the only finish that seems to require this treatment.

The viscosity reccomendations and cup they provide are right on. Don't use old finish or, if you do, be sure to filter it through 190 micron filters from Home Depot or Lowes. I didn't and plugged the gun but cleared it by spraying solvent through it (got lucky).

For oil and waterbourne finishes leave the air valve on the hose open fully and adjust the amount of fluid at the gun. Alcohol based finishes use slightly less air but not much. If you don't mess around with the air flow you get the hang of the gun performance quickly. There is little overspray even with full air flow.

This gear has exceeded my expectations and the customer service is great. I called to double check on cleaning the gun because it seemed too simple. No "Your call is important", "Press 4", "Press 1" BS but a real live human!

Hope this helps. I am completely happy with this equipment.

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I have always had my furniture professionally sprayed. To save some money, I decided to learn to do this myself. The Fuji rep was very helpful and gave me several suggestions. So far, I've only used it to spray latex paint on a cabinet I made, but it worked great. I'll mostly be using it for spraying lacquer or varnish. I have tinnitus, and am extremely pleased with how quiet the turbine is--no louder than my vacuum cleaner. My only problem is that I live in Indiana and won't be able to use it again until it warms up. I spray outside rather than in my shop. I did purchase the optional flexible whip hose. It makes it easier to manuver the sprayer in tight places. I love my new sprayer.

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I own an older model Q3 system. I finally broke down and bought the large orifice needle setup from Fuji and this system sprays my laquer perfectly now. I'm a hobbiest cabinet maker and like spraying laquer. I bought the optional cap liner which allows me to angle the gun greatly while spraying without letting the laquer get into places in the gun that you don't want it. The customer support of Fuji spray equipment is the best I've dealt with. I give them two thumbs up. I love that this produces dry air as well. I live in Indiana and if it's warm enough to paint, their is humidity in the air. What a great investment.

Thursday, December 5, 2013

Amico Silver Tone Duster Cleaning Tool Nozzle Air Blow Gun

Amico Silver Tone Duster Cleaning Tool Nozzle Air Blow Gun
  • Product Name: Air Blowing Gun
  • Material: Aluminum. Color: Silver Tone, Gold Tone
  • Long Nozzle Size: 4.75"/12cm L x 0.6"/0.2" D.Connect Nozzle Diameter: 1cm.Input Pip Diameter: 1.1cm
  • Gun Dimension: 10.5cm/4.1" L x 14cm/5.5" W x 2cm/0.8"T. Nozzle Interior Diameter: 3mm
  • Weight: 178g. Package Content: 1 x Air Blowing Gun, 1 x Extendable Nozzle

Terrible product and terrible seller. I believe that this seller (Uxcell) is located in Hong Kong. But they are either too dumb or too dishonest to properly describe the product. This product is sold in the U.S., but they don't tell you that it does not have our normal 1/4 NPT threads. It has a finer thread and which is not compatible with our fittings. A total waste of time and money. Once you open the package and discover that it has the wrong threads, I'm not sure that you can return the item (because you opened the package). So you are stuck with a piece of equipment that you cannot use. I'm surprised that they are allowed to sell this crap on Amazon. This is one of the pitfalls of buying things on Amazon.

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I have not yet been able to get this on my compressor. If I eventually do, I will update. I should have sent this back, but did not realize that I wouldnt be able to get a coupler/adaptor.... The extensions dont fit any of my other tools either. I will not buy from this company again.

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The one I received looked like someone had opened it and the trigger handle rivet was broken. Like the other reviewer mentioned the threads are too fine for any hose adaptor. I kept the extension and tip that came with it. Don't bother buying this it's a waste of money and not worth returning for another useless one.

UPDATED: I guess the only good outcome of purchasing this product was that the seller refunded my money without asking for the product back. I still wouldn't buy this product unless they re-engineer this to work with American NPT thread standards.

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This came with an air fitting that I"m not familiar with. It doesn't fit the style of air fittings that I've used all my life here in the Midwest U.S.A. From the pictures, it really looks similar, but it's not. I'm gonna see if I can find a bushing at the hardware store that'll let me put a U.S. style fitting on it. The only fitting I have to change is the one for the air hose, and I should be in business. Otherwise, it looks like a good air nozzle.

Well finished and good quality product. Heavier than similar products on its class.

Long nozzle helps to get to difficult to reach spots.

Saturday, July 20, 2013

Porter-Cable CMB15 150 PSI 1.5 Gallon Oil-Free Fully Shrouded Compressor

Porter-Cable CMB15 150 PSI 1.5 Gallon Oil-Free Fully Shrouded Compressor
  • 2.0 SCFM at 90 psi allows for quick compressor recovery time, per ISO1217
  • 1.5 gal tank in shroud is easy to carry, includes water drain valve and rubber feet
  • 150 psi max tank pressure stores more air in the tank for longer tool runtimes
  • Durable oil-free pump for long life and no maintenance
  • Low Amp 120V motor starts easily in cold weather or with extension cord

a plumber for 35 years i am always looking for the perfect tool to replace what used to be the perfect tool in my truck. this thing is beyond fabulous. lightweight and well balanced when you grab and go it is also well protected by its case. it is as light and compact as all the truck compressors i've used but didn't have the tank to build up pressure for the air gun for blowing out lines. adjustable pressure delivery dial and a cord wrap that actually works. rubber feet let it stay put while in use instead of "walking around."

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Good value for the price. The air hose is chintzy, but easily replaced, when necessary, with standard 1/4" NPT hose from any major hardware store. The air flow rate is far greater than tankless air compressors, so this is a much better choice for automotive, truck, bus or RV tires. It would be over-kill for smaller tires. I didn't think it was too noisy, unless you have it very close to your ears when operating. There is an easy cure: get more hose. I don't think pulling on the ring of the relief valve to bleed off tank pressure is a good idea. It is noisy and will wear out the valve prematurely. It is also hard on your finger. Install a trigger-operated inflator instead and bleed off at the hose end instead of at the relief valve. I have only used it a few times, but am very pleased with performance so far. Durability remains to be seen. Bear in mind that the manufacturer recommends tank replacement in 10 years, regardless of how often it has been used during that time. It should last much longer if used infrequently and if the tank is ALWAYS drained after each use.

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I ordered this product for my husband. He is absolutely pleased with its performance and portability. Would recommend getting this brand if you are thinking of purchasing. As far as we are concerned,it is a great buy, made very sturdy, and by far better than other brands that we have looked at or purchased in the past.

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I received the compressor as an early X-Mas gift less than a month ago. My expectation was that the compressor would serve me well as a portable unit ideal for occasional home-use, primarily for adding air to car and bike tires, and pumping up basketballs, soccer balls, etc. While the hose and accessories included with the unit seemed very cheap, I was hoping the compressor itself was not cheaply constructed. However, on the 4th time using the compressor (to add air to a car tire), the unit failed. In particular, there's a massive internal air leak (inside the case) that renders the unit unusable. The compressor runs and the tank builds pressure to 150psi, but when the regulator dial is turned clockwise to provide working pressure, there's a massive leak inside the case and pressure is immediately lost, most likely behind either the regulator itself or perhaps at the connection to the pressure gauge. In any case, I've repeatedly checked the safety valve on the side and relief valve on the bottom, which are both fine. And the leak is not coming from the hose or the hose connection, but is definitely inside the case. I'm very disappointed with the poor quality control that let this defective unit reach the customer. It may be simply be a loose internal connection, o-ring, etc., but I'm left with nothing more than an industrial paper weight in my garage, which I'll not likely return since it was bought as a gift (off Amazon.com), and because I tossed out the original box the week after I received it, making it a hassle to ship back.

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For the uses I bought it for this is a great little unit. I will use it to inflate bike tires, trailer tires, car tires, winterize my travel trailer and clean bike parts with a pistol gun. It is compact and light enough to take along on a road trip. The coiled hose has had some complaints but for my purposes it is fine. I do not intend to run any tools with it, but it probably would handle a small job. I looked at several other compressors and even brought one home that I was not happy with. After a lot of research this one is perfect and fairly priced. I did buy a few quick connect fittings that make changing from one use to another much faster.