Air Compressor recommendation

[shopteacher_o]

After a lot of research, including what was available in my area (Southern Ontario), I purchased an Eagle Compressor Silent Series a few years back. My wife and I needed a small portable unit for home renos, carpentry work, and inflating tires. So far, I've been really impressed with the build quality and (lack of) volume. Made in USA with a quality level of components I'm used to seeing in industry. I'd definitely recommend looking into their full line of compressors for one that matches the capacity you need since they offer their Silent Series in a wide range of sizes.

 

[Big Dog 044]

I just replace my air compressor with one from Harbor freight. Had to change bracket because I went to a larger compressor. I replaced with a 5hp compressor from a 3HP.

 

[AllenV]

I have been using the Eastwood QST 30/60 scroll compressor for about 3 years now. Previously I had the Craftsman 5HP oilless. I got to a phase in my truck project where I was doing a LOT of weld dressing and rust/paint removal with an air die grinder. Wasted a lot of time waiting for the compressor to fill. And the noise!
A new compressor needed to be FAST, SMALL, and QUIET. Fast enough to stay ahead of a medium sized paint spray gun.
The Eastwood scroll fits the need. I am no longer waiting for it. It is quiet enough when running that music and normal conversation are not impacted. And it fills quickly so it's not on very long. No need for hearing protection.
The only trouble I have had was a small oil leak at a compression fitting in the oil circulation line. An e-mail to Eastwood resulted in an entire hose assembly shipped out quickly and at no charge.
The attached photo is the only one I have including at least part of the compressor. I don't want to go out in the cold to get a new image. You can see it ( at upper right) tucks in to a small space. It is less wide than those wire storage racks.

 

[Charles scozzari]

Yup, the noise is killer. Thats why I set mine up in a storage room out the work area. I take care of it as best I can by draining it and the fact that its in a cleaner area away from over spray and solvent mists helps also. Iv'e had it for around 20+ years and so far so good.