6.5 CFM delivered at 100 PSI enables quick recovery
Twin cylinder, cast iron, oil lubricated pump with Emglo-feets 50 years of proven durability and reliability
Low profile design allows for easy maneuverability
On/Off constant run design for reduced breaker tripping
Fully-pneumatic tire improves worksite mobility
Product Review
Amazon.com Product Description
Power your pneumatic tools with this handy, yet dynamic 4.7 amp, 1.5 horsepower dual-tank compressor. This compressor features an innovative motor that supplies 6.5 cfm at 100 psi, providing a speedy recuperation and Emglo’s demonstrated dependable twin cylinder, cast iron, oil lubricated pump. Designed with rugged pneumatic tires and low-profile construction, this unit is convenient to transport on the job. Other innovative features include fast and complete drainage with the ball drain valve and to on/off continual run feature, which decreases the chance of tripping the breaker.
This review is from: DEWALT D55170 7.5-Amp 1-1/2-Horsepower 8-Gallon Wheeled Oiled Twin Pontoon Compressor (Tools & Home Improvement)
PROS: Portable. Plugs in to normal household outlet. Decent capacity. Good CFM - almost enough to do continuous DA sanding. Enough for painting a car. Sound is moderate.
CONS:
Could have more capacity for the floor space it eats. Could be a touch quieter. Would like a stronger compressor with just a bit more CFM, but with 110AC, 1.5hp is about the best you are going to see.
Opinion:
If you need an electric compressor for fairly high-consumption applications but do not want to spend a ton of money or rewire your life, this is it. You can always put it in parallel with another compressor or just a tank, to increase the stored air.
If you pay more than $400, you are getting shanked.
Personally, I suggest getting this and one of those big vertical jobs, link them together, and you get the output of this compressor (good) plus a little more from the other one (probably not...Read more
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews