Porter-Cable compressors are compressors artificial by Porter Cable Corporation. Although Porter-Cable compressors are mostly used for homes/small businesses, the maker provides a large range of compressors, each one with its very own characteristics.
First of all, Porter-Cable compressors furnish horsepower ranging from 0.8Hp up to 7.5Hp. The majority of Porter-Cable compressors furnish 1 to 2Hp.
Regarding the external characteristics of Porter-Cable compressors, they all come with a built-in red tank, and they are equipped with wheels or extra frames in order to furnish best mobility solutions. The smallest compressors do not occupy more volume than a mini-table does, while the bigger ones are of the same size as a general table or a medium-sized refrigerator.
Another characteristic among the assorted Porter-Cable compressors that has great impact on the final size of the compressor is tank size, which is measured in gallons. The smallest tank size is four gallons (~15.4 liters), while the largest is 80 gallons (~302.9 liters). There are three major categories of tank sizes. The first one is 4 to 6 gallons (~15.4 to 22.72 liters), the second is 15 to 20 gallons (~56.79 to 75.72 liters) and the third is 60 to 80 gallons (~227.17 to 302.9 liters).
An important distinguishing characteristic of Porter-Cable compressors is whether they are oil-lubricated or oil-free. Although most Porter-Cable compressors are oil-free, the ones with the top capacity and horsepower are not. To be specific, all compressors that have a capacity greater than 60 gallons are oil-lubricated. Smaller tank capacity compressors come in both oil-lubricated and oil-free models.
Finally, the compressors come with thorough tool such as mobility kits, Asme security valves, air regulators and gauges, carrying out manuals, frames (for increased mobility), and oil.
Porter Cable Compressors
