ONKUJALA@GMAIL.COM Report post Posted September 18, 2023 I'm just looking for a small compact air compressor to keep my tires at recommended pressure. Does anyone have a good recommendation for a tool like that? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fagnaml Report post Posted September 18, 2023 I have the small Porter-Cable 150 psi air compressor that works well and is relatively inexpensive versus other options --> https://www.amazon.com/PORTER-CABLE-CMB15-Oil-Free-Shrouded-Compressor/dp/B006CVXGR0/ref=sr_1_5?adgrpid=1331509144723937&hvadid=83219560664843&hvbmt=bp&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=73309&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=p&hvtargid=kwd-83219665374666%3Aloc-190&hydadcr=1673_13458132&keywords=porter+cable+150+psi+air+compressor&qid=1695058385&sr=8-5 I use this "lock-on" air chuck with the air compressor which allows the compressor to continually run while "topping off" a tire --> https://www.amazon.com/Haltec-CH-350-LO-1-Dual-Foot-Chuck/dp/B01938M520/ref=asc_df_B01938M520?tag=bingshoppinga-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80470562648773&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4584070147706798&psc=1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rayin Report post Posted September 18, 2023 I have the setup Mike described, but with a Fini brand compressor from Menards. If you don't want to spend that much money, check out this 150 psi 12V compressor from Harbor Freight: https://www.harborfreight.com/search?q=12V 150psi air compressor I've owned one for about 20 years now and it still performs like it when I bought it, although it is slower to add air than the 120V 150 psi Fini pancake unit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
five Report post Posted September 19, 2023 (edited) I have an older version of the Porter Cable noted above. Works fine and certainly faster than a 12 volt unit. Mine was on sale for $100. Edited September 19, 2023 by five Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted September 19, 2023 I have a Viair 45053 and a pancake 120 V one that travel with us. One thing I have found is with the Viair if you use a larger diameter air hose it works better/faster. I have seen some with a small axillary air tank and I am considering adding one. Having a tank is why the pancake works so well. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rayin Report post Posted September 20, 2023 IMO the Viair brand is vastly over-priced, mine from Harbor Freight performs well and cost $59. Now if a Viair is used continuously for 6-8 hrs. yes it will outperform the HF copy, but what is the projected longest continuous-use? I've run my HF copy for 20 minutes continuous without apparent damage, I can't imagine longer use. You're right wildbill; I added a 150G tank to my shop compressors 80G tank and even though the compressor CFM is not great I don't run out of 90 psi shop now when using a impact gun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
