05-07-2014, 07:17 PM
(05-07-2014, 07:02 PM)arvidj Wrote: Minor correction from their website ... It may be assembled in Minnesota but "This air compressor includes components that are made overseas. It is assembled in the USA."
Claims to have an after cooler but I do not see one where I would expect to see one in the picture. Their definition of 'after cooler' may be different than what I think it should be.
They say "Operates at slower RPM" but do not say what the compressor RPM actually is. Slower is usually quieter.
The motor is a Leeson which is a good thing in my opinion.
2 stage, 175 PSI, 80 gallon tank, cast iron, 100% duty cycle, rebuildable (assuming you can get the parts) are all good things, again in my opinion.
Be sure to add filters, dryers, regulators, automated drains, plumbing, wiring for a dedicated 30 amp outlet, etc. to your budget.
Just my thoughts,
Arvid
All valid points Arvid. I know the pump is sourced from Italy but the rest is a crap shoot, I guess. The video shows them making some of the parts in their manufacturing facility in Minnesota but they don't say how much is actually manufactured in Minnesota. I don't think it really matters though since you generally get what you pay for and I'm not expecting a top of the line compressor. Just one better than the $350 dollar Sanford that I was thinking of getting. This is why I've been procrastinating so long on getting a compressor. Too many variables and decisions to make. I don't want to get one that's not adequate but can't justify a top of the line compressor with the accompanying costs.
Ed