A portable compressor can make your life around the house much easier. Along with allowing you to easily fill up such things as car tires, footballs and rafts, a portable compressor can also operate many air tools including nailers, spray guns, and staplers.
A portable compressor may cost more than an inflator, but it will also work much more quickly. That means you’ll be able to finish more projects in a shorter amount of time, which is great. Take blowing up car tires, for instance. If you’re using an inflator, it might take up to 20 minutes to reach the correct pressure, whereas a portable compressor will have the job done in no time at all.
Portable compressors are also – you guessed it – portable. Many are light enough to be picked up and carried around, and those that aren’t have wheels that make moving them from one location to another a real breeze.
Before buying a portable compressor, there are a few things you should consider. First and foremost, you should think about the types of projects you’ll be carrying out. By doing so you’ll be able to determine which air tools you might be using, and thus which type of portable compressor to buy. In any case, a portable compressor with a 6-gallon tank should be able to handle most air tools used around the house.
You should also think about what type of power source you would like your new compressor to have. Some portable compressors are gas-powered, whereas others are powered electrically. If you won’t be working within reach of an electrical outlet, a portable compressor that’s powered by gas is, obviously, your only option. However, most people, or at least those that plan on using their portable compressor around the house, opt for on that’s electrically powered.
These are only a few basic tips on selecting a portable compressor. Many manufacturers and retailers employee fantastic customer service agents that are more than happy to help you select the best portable compressor to meet your needs.
