Ok... so a few people wrote that they hated this air compressor. To them I say... I am not sure what you did wrong and yes it is loud but it is an air compressor!!!
So to the others who have yet to buy it and have read the reviews and are wondering if they should...
I read the reviews before buying it but then I also looked at what I needed it for. We re-trimmed our home (doors, floors, and windows) and needed it to mount the trim. We did not want to borrow from friends (you know how that can go). We also knew that we did not want to spend a lot of money on something that we would rarely use again. So price was a big factor.
I was worried about what I read in the reviews but I bought it anyhow since I know that most people don't write reviews unless they are unhappy with something.
We got it delivered to us here in Alaska and unpacked it. WE READ THE DIRECTIONS on priming it for 30 minutes before use. We check to make sure the vents/valves were closed, and we threaded everything correctly... GUESS WHAT??? IT WORKED GREAT!!!
It is noisy but air compressors are noisy. We set it outside on the deck and let it run for the 30 mins that it called for before use and then closed the valves to let it charge with air. Once we began charging it with air pressure it only took about 5 mins to fill up. It then shut off and we probably did not use it for about an hour while we prepped the work area. It did not come on at all during that time and the PSI was still holding at the same amount we choose. It is very light and not a big deal to charge it on one room, bring it into another, nail several brads before you need to charge it up again in another room. (everyone finds what works best for them). Charging a half charged tank took almost no time at all. We even left it fully charged over night, to see what we would find in the morning. It was fine. We lost no air pressure in 12+ hours.
So... I was worried about what the other reviews said, but I am glad that I bought it. For us... it worked great. No hissing, No leaks, held PSI's overnight, it is light and easy to use.
Some people complained about the air hose... It is not an expensive air-hose but I was not something that I would have complained about. If you were going to use this compressor for air brushing I would get a more flexible hose and if I was going to do something like paint a car or want to use air actuated tools....well... I would not buy this air compressor. You need to know your job and know what tools will get your job done.
| Brand | Campbell Hausfeld |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Air Brushing, Nailing |
| Power Source | electric compressor |
| Noise Level | 93 dB |
| Special Feature | Metal Belt guard |
| Included Components | Air Compressor, Inflation Kit |
| Maximum Power | 0.36 Horsepower |
| Capacity | 3 Gallons |
| Color | Blue |
| Style | 3 gallon with inflation kit |
| Air Flow Capacity | 0.36 Cubic Feet Per Minute |
| Model Name | Air Compressor, Portable, 3 Gallon Horizontal, Oilless, w/10 Piece Accessory Kit Including Air Hose & Inflation Gun (Campbell Hausfeld FP209499AV) |
| Manufacturer | Campbell Hausfeld |
| Part Number | FP209499AV |
| Item Weight | 21.3 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 15.74 x 7.87 x 19.58 inches |
| Item model number | FP209499AV |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 30 Gallon, 10.2 CFM |
| Pattern | Air Compressor |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Special Features | Metal Belt guard |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year Limited |
