Air compressor died

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#1

I think the motor is fried…the thermal reset button doesn’t do anything.

Anyone know a good cheap 100V unit? We’re doing a garage teardown and house remodel soon, after which I will get a 60 or 80 gal 220V unit. But that’s at least 6 months down the line.

In the meantime, I want to use a 110V unit in the backyard to spray gelcoat and stuff. Harbor Freight had one for $99 I think. It only needs to last a year or so, then I will scavenge the tank and use it to add capacity to my air or vacuum setups in the future.

#2

Why not look for a quality used 220v compressor, with smaller tank so size is not an issue? When have the space to upgrade to a bigger unit, the smaller one will still be working fine, and can be used to add extra capacity to your bigger unit.

#3

I don’t have 220V in the backyard. I could always upgrade and add an outlet but…too much hassle in my mind.

#4

Shame I would imagine the 100v units arent a lot of good!

#5

I may try and replace the compressor motor, which still doesn’t help when I have to move it to the backyard. I guess 110V is the only way to go while the construction is going on.

It’s just minor spraying of gelcoat and pva anyway, not running any sand blasting tools, etc.

#6

That’s what i was going to suggest, replacing the motor.

I’ve used 110V compressors a lot and only had trouble with one of them. It was an oil-less type so it vibrated so hard that the copper tube that fills the tank broke at the fitting. It only took it like 3 months from new to self destruction.:eek: I think it was a Campbell Hausfeld.

#7

Again, no 220V in the backyard…so once the garage is torn down, I need to do some electrical work in order to use it. I’ve found someone to lend me their 110V compressor, so all’s good for now.

#8

Rezcar, sorry I missed your call, but I’m moving a bunch of molds to a shop to get products made from them…

Call me later today or I’ll call you! :wink: