I have the same compressor and use it for a misting system were it runs continuously for extended periods. There is a one component on these compressors that will cause problems: the unloader valve. Unlike most compressors that use a mechanical valve integrated with a pressure switch, these compressors use a discrete solenoid valve that close when the compressor is running and opens when power is removed. It's a poorly made piece of crap that will leak after a little use which dramatically reduces the compressors efficiency. Other than the unloader valve, I have been extremely happy with the compressor. It's exceptionally quiet, and does a great job supplying air for my misting system. I'm not sure that I would use it for anything else. Unless your misting system uses very little air, I doubt that this compressor would be adequate for it and a spindle tool changer. If a tool changer does not get sufficient pressure, it will not release and that will cause some real problems.
Thanks for the review! I'm looking for a compressor to run some small pneumatic system. Just a observations is the chuck key in the lathe chuck behind you? First lesson in fitting and machining don't leave the key in the chuck!!
@Squid Person I have two of the units he uses in the video> amzn.to/2RPmmtf However I use mine for laser air assist and airbrush purposes. That being said, these are rated for constant duty unlike CA airtools units which will burn them up over time, I've confirmed this through many reports of feedback through my DIY Laser Builders Guild group on facebook. These little units are exception for the money and have dual mode power switch operations, one mode for both constant and the other is for intermittent duty to 60+psi.
With the current configuration, is that something you think could run for 3-4 hours continuously ? with the fans that is ? I'm looking for a compressor that could provide 30 psi non stop for 45 min out of every hour. Thanks great content!
According to the linked Amazon listing: "In the secondary switch position, the compressor runs continuously, when maximum output is desired (up to 85 psi). " So it's not supposed to get above 85psi.
This compressor behaves consistently with the specs I encountered for it. I found it has two modes, 1: auto stop at 4.5 bar and 2: Continuous running to mantain a max pressure of 6 bar
that compressor set up is almost identical to a O2 concentrator for people that need oxygen. i was given one my a neighbor after her husband passed and she had no use for it. i disassembled it and converted it for the mister spray system on my cnc mill similar to what you have going on. it had fans already installed on tops of the pump heads and the plastic enclosure made for it was packed full of foam no wonder there so quiet . so if you happen to see one for cheap or someone giving one away and need a small quiet type compressor grab it
Nowhere in this video did you tell us the make/model of this compressor. I guess I'll have to run through the links to find out. Thanks for not just telling us.
Which fans did you buy and where from? I have a small compressor that i need to run beyond its recommended duty cycle that id like to add some fans to.
Look at Harbor Freight (Yes I'm serious) Fortress air compressors. 57db for the 1gal, 60db for the 2gal @ 135psi. Built better than the California air tools variants. Both are dual piston and under $150.
Interesting, I'll have to check that out. I have a California Air Tools for other stuff, and it's a LOT quieter than other compressors I've owned, but the airbrush compressor is still quite a bit quieter. I'll have to check these out, thanks!
How do you mean? Just on adding the fans? Here's the video I think you're referring to: ruclips.net/video/EVxyDyuJXNw/видео.html&ab_channel=RobertCowan
An interesting kit with a wimzercal touch but I wonder what's going to happen with the copper head and plus we haven't seen the new design of copper head yet so we'll have to wait and see what happens next
I'm a hobbyist. I will use it maybe an hour or two every other weekend. This gives me ~52 hours of usage a year. Double that... 100 hours. That gives me 30 years worth of use. I'll check back then and let you know if it's still working. I wouldn't run this in a production shop, they'd have air plumbed in.
Tbh, this one is garbage compared to the TC 828 Master Airbrush compressor, same spec but it didn’t goe hot while this compressor from PointZero got hot freaking fast even just start 10 mins. Don’t waste your money on this guys,
@@RobertCowanDIY me lo aspettavo visto che sei in grado di sviluppare programmi cad per far funzionare un a fresa a controllo numerico... Non capisco perché non hai raffreddato il vero punto di surriscaldamento che he il motore non le membrane di compressione
I have the same compressor and use it for a misting system were it runs continuously for extended periods. There is a one component on these compressors that will cause problems: the unloader valve. Unlike most compressors that use a mechanical valve integrated with a pressure switch, these compressors use a discrete solenoid valve that close when the compressor is running and opens when power is removed. It's a poorly made piece of crap that will leak after a little use which dramatically reduces the compressors efficiency.
Other than the unloader valve, I have been extremely happy with the compressor. It's exceptionally quiet, and does a great job supplying air for my misting system. I'm not sure that I would use it for anything else. Unless your misting system uses very little air, I doubt that this compressor would be adequate for it and a spindle tool changer. If a tool changer does not get sufficient pressure, it will not release and that will cause some real problems.
Thanks for the review! I'm looking for a compressor to run some small pneumatic system. Just a observations is the chuck key in the lathe chuck behind you? First lesson in fitting and machining don't leave the key in the chuck!!
Those little compressors are pretty damn good, I considered them. I ended up going with the Californa Airtools 8010 ultra quiet.
@Squid Person I have two of the units he uses in the video> amzn.to/2RPmmtf However I use mine for laser air assist and airbrush purposes.
That being said, these are rated for constant duty unlike CA airtools units which will burn them up over time, I've confirmed this through many reports of feedback through my DIY Laser Builders Guild group on facebook. These little units are exception for the money and have dual mode power switch operations, one mode for both constant and the other is for intermittent duty to 60+psi.
With the current configuration, is that something you think could run for 3-4 hours continuously ? with the fans that is ? I'm looking for a compressor that could provide 30 psi non stop for 45 min out of every hour. Thanks great content!
chuck key left in the lathe !!! your fired lol
I ended up getting a California Air Tools 2010A which is 2 gal 1 hp and it is great. Quieter than my mill. $180 on sale. Very portable and lightweight
According to the linked Amazon listing: "In the secondary switch position, the compressor runs continuously, when maximum output is desired (up to 85 psi).
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So it's not supposed to get above 85psi.
Got ya. The manual and the label aren't as clear. So it is just an upper limit safety switch.
Fantastic video Robert!
This compressor behaves consistently with the specs I encountered for it. I found it has two modes, 1: auto stop at 4.5 bar and 2: Continuous running to mantain a max pressure of 6 bar
Nice.
that compressor set up is almost identical to a O2 concentrator for people that need oxygen. i was given one my a neighbor after her husband passed and she had no use for it. i disassembled it and converted it for the mister spray system on my cnc mill similar to what you have going on. it had fans already installed on tops of the pump heads and the plastic enclosure made for it was packed full of foam no wonder there so quiet . so if you happen to see one for cheap or someone giving one away and need a small quiet type compressor grab it
Nowhere in this video did you tell us the make/model of this compressor. I guess I'll have to run through the links to find out. Thanks for not just telling us.
My apologies, it doesn't really have a 'name'. There's a SINGLE link in the description to the exact one in the video.
seems to be Fengda AS-196
Which fans did you buy and where from? I have a small compressor that i need to run beyond its recommended duty cycle that id like to add some fans to.
Robert! You're killing me leaving the t-handle in the lathe chuck. OSHA shows lots of folks get hurt very year doing just that! Please be careful!!!
Noted.
Hi Robert! Have you already, or do you have any plans to implement any type of vacuum table functionality, with your CNC?
Do you have a link for the fans or were they just laying around the shop?
Mine is very loud same specs as yours...is it normal for these bigger tanks to get loud..?
Very good review. Thanks.
Look at Harbor Freight (Yes I'm serious) Fortress air compressors. 57db for the 1gal, 60db for the 2gal @ 135psi. Built better than the California air tools variants. Both are dual piston and under $150.
Interesting, I'll have to check that out. I have a California Air Tools for other stuff, and it's a LOT quieter than other compressors I've owned, but the airbrush compressor is still quite a bit quieter. I'll have to check these out, thanks!
do you have a video on the FANs ?
How do you mean? Just on adding the fans? Here's the video I think you're referring to: ruclips.net/video/EVxyDyuJXNw/видео.html&ab_channel=RobertCowan
An interesting kit with a wimzercal touch but I wonder what's going to happen with the copper head and plus we haven't seen the new design of copper head yet so we'll have to wait and see what happens next
Stay tuned.
@@RobertCowanDIY plus well done Robert I'll look to watching the new copper head this year on battlebots and thanks for watching ✅👍🐍🐍
Even with a 60cm FAN at full speed, it is overheating. that's a great compressor for playmobiles nothing else
eh, I've had it for years and run it for multiple hours at a time and it's been fine. It gets warm, but levels off after a bit.
Most diaphragm pumps are good for about 3,000 hours before they need to be rebuilt. I guess you know that by now.
I'm a hobbyist. I will use it maybe an hour or two every other weekend. This gives me ~52 hours of usage a year. Double that... 100 hours. That gives me 30 years worth of use. I'll check back then and let you know if it's still working. I wouldn't run this in a production shop, they'd have air plumbed in.
That thing makes a racket
Tbh, this one is garbage compared to the TC 828 Master Airbrush compressor, same spec but it didn’t goe hot while this compressor from PointZero got hot freaking fast even just start 10 mins. Don’t waste your money on this guys,
qualcuno gli spieghi che in quelle testate non scorre nessun pistone 🤣🤣🤣
qualcuno gli spieghi che so tradurre i commenti.
@@RobertCowanDIY me lo aspettavo visto che sei in grado di sviluppare programmi cad per far funzionare un a fresa a controllo numerico...
Non capisco perché non hai raffreddato il vero punto di surriscaldamento che he il motore non le membrane di compressione
Please:Why a compressor: like that it heats up.
What can be done to eliminate overheating. Tnx.
A bigger compressor. You cannot 'eliminate' overheating. Most shops just use a bigger compressor that's made for longer run times.