Sears.com has the Craftsman 3 gal. Air Compressor, 1 hp, Horizontal Tank for $100 - $5 coupon code SEARS5OFF50 = $95 + shipping. Shipping is $18; Free in-store pickup in most locations. This 2 gauges and air regulator, 17 pc. kit with a 1/4" x 25 ft. coiled nylon air hose, blow gun. [Compare]
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#1
papeluv - Posted 6:40 am PDT 07/5/09 (426 Posts)
i have 6 of these in series for my tire inflation needs.
#2
smartadze - Posted 7:13 am PDT 07/5/09 (246 Posts)
These are the cream of the crop compressors when it comes to low-volume, inflation-type tasks. The included accesory kit is a real bonus, as well. Just don't expect to run any air tools or do any sandblasting, etc.
For upgraded tasks, Home Depot is running a special on a Rigid 4.5-gallon portable compressor, 175 psi, 4.9 scfm@90psi, for $264. Killer deal on a very capable rig, but still small enough for garage use. Use an HD or Lowe's (they accept) 10% coupon that are floating around (apply on HD or Lowe's site on "moving" page).
http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&productId=100654939
For upgraded tasks, Home Depot is running a special on a Rigid 4.5-gallon portable compressor, 175 psi, 4.9 scfm@90psi, for $264. Killer deal on a very capable rig, but still small enough for garage use. Use an HD or Lowe's (they accept) 10% coupon that are floating around (apply on HD or Lowe's site on "moving" page).
http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&productId=100654939
#3
jeffreyross5 - Posted 7:54 am PDT 07/5/09 (22 Posts)
These are normally $100-- not a deal. Not a bad compressor, but Sears also has a "pancake" style for the same price that does not require you to add and change oil. Anyway, good for a nail gun or airwrench or inflating you kids' toys.
#4
blayne - Posted 8:33 am PDT 07/5/09 (220 Posts)
2&3 are both spot-on. This is a great compressor for lower-volume needs; it will run most air tools, nail guns, etc just fine, but can't do sandblasting or other high-volume tasks. However, while the price is "regularly" 129 or whatever, it takes no effort to routinely find it <100, so this isn't a "jump now or regret later" kind of deal...
#5
Enduro - Posted 9:40 am PDT 07/5/09 (872 Posts)
#6
RKLE - Posted 12:35 pm PDT 07/5/09 (6100 Posts)
small tank
#7
naj99 - Posted 2:22 pm PDT 07/5/09 (37 Posts)
If I am looking for something to strictly maintain the air pressure in my car's tires (<50psi) periodically is this a good choice? Thanks!!!
#8
whitebreadhonkymofo - Posted 2:26 pm PDT 07/5/09 (144 Posts)
#7, Good choice for that or most household compressed air needs. You might want a little more/better hose.
#9
nedflanders - Posted 4:40 pm PDT 07/5/09 (186 Posts)
this compressor is neither here nor there, it's overkill for inflating tires but not enough capacity for doing any sort of serious work with a nailgun
#10
AELITA - Posted 5:23 am PDT 07/16/09 (150 Posts)
Not enough power and small tank for serious home improvement job.





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