GMC Power Equipment SYCLONE 4610A GMC SYCLONE 4610A Ultra Quiet & Oil-Free Air Compressor (Twin Aluminum Tank)

I live in a shared housing situation, and really needed a quiet compressor to avoid annoying my house mates. This one certainly fits the bill. I got it in and turned it on for the first time, half expecting to be disappointed by the loudness. But I was actually pleasantly surprised at how quite is. The only downside is the somewhat low CFM rating, but it still produces enough air for what I need.

Overall, highly recommended if you are looking for a compressor, and want to keep your hearing intact!

As of 7/17/10, I will have purchased and used this compressor to install a rooms worth of baseboard, toe molding and window trim, so I cannot speak to the longevity of it, but it is rated for 3000 hours.

I had never heard of GMC Power Equipment, but while visiting a local hardware store someone was purchasing this model. When the clerk fired it up, I could not believe how quiet it was, so I walked over to find out what kind of compressor the gentleman was buying.

When I arrived home, I checked the 'net for reviews, but could not find any. I did find out that GMC Power Equipment made an aluminum tanked version, which made the compressor even more tempting. The only negative I could find, and the reason I gave it four stars, is the relatively low CFM at 90 PSI. I'm splitting hairs here though, because my ultra-loud and heavy pancake compressor only manages 2.6 PSI at 90 PSI, which is plenty for finish trim nailers. Also, with this model being so quiet, you...Read more

Purrs like a kitten. I use it on my Tormach PCNC Mill power draw bar. Charge from ambient pressure for me was 1 minute 35 seconds. Recharge from kick in pressure 23 seconds.