davisj4 Posted September 6, 2017 Report Share Posted September 6, 2017 So I need to buy a compressor for mechanical work/winterizing an outdoor water line. Trying to buy once and right and thinking about future hvlp use. Is a turbine better/more economical or do compressors work well. I am just getting started in woodworking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric. Posted September 6, 2017 Report Share Posted September 6, 2017 They can work but you need a ginormous tank. Low pressure, high volume. Research guns and what they require before buying the compressor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..Kev Posted September 6, 2017 Report Share Posted September 6, 2017 There's a lot of thinking that goes into compressor decisions. Tank size, recovery time, noise, portability, etc. I have a portable compressor for the nail guns and general use and an HVLP for the shop. Not sure I'd want it any other way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drzaius Posted September 6, 2017 Report Share Posted September 6, 2017 I have a 60 gal, 3HP compressor & it's much larger than I need for the shop, but it was a killer deal when I got it. It is large enough to blow out my irrigation lines, but just barely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkinneb Posted September 6, 2017 Report Share Posted September 6, 2017 21 minutes ago, drzaius said: I have a 60 gal, 3HP compressor & it's much larger than I need for the shop, but it was a killer deal when I got it. It is large enough to blow out my irrigation lines, but just barely. I agree I have a similar set up and as stated it works to blow out my irrigation lines but just barely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gee-dub Posted September 6, 2017 Report Share Posted September 6, 2017 Sounds like it makes sense to rent a massive compressor to blow out your irrigation lines every now and then and buy a compressor that suits your workshop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric. Posted September 6, 2017 Report Share Posted September 6, 2017 You can also look into LVLP if you're determined to run off a compressor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceHoleInOne Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 Get the air-compressor, you'll kiss me on the lips later. The turbines are "one trick ponies" that only spray. -Ace- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodger. Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 1 hour ago, AceHoleInOne said: Get the air-compressor, you'll kiss me on the lips later. The turbines are "one trick ponies" that only spray. -Ace- I'm surprised to hear this from you ace - I thought you were a fan of hvlp. I love the "kit" that has the appropriately matched turbine and gun - can start shooting finish right out of the box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 I can spray for hours on end with my turbine. No air compressor you can afford will keep up. Plus the turbine heats up the air and waterbourne finishes dry a bit faster. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
estesbubba Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 Turbine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceHoleInOne Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 40 minutes ago, rodger. said: I'm surprised to hear this from you ace - I thought you were a fan of hvlp. I love the "kit" that has the appropriately matched turbine and gun - can start shooting finish right out of the box. HVLP and LVLP also come in compressed air. -Ace- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodger. Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 7 minutes ago, AceHoleInOne said: HVLP and LVLP also come in compressed air. -Ace- Haha - yes I guess that is true! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crashcup Posted September 19, 2017 Report Share Posted September 19, 2017 If you're going to spray off a compressor, don't forget that you'll also need a good filter and some way to remove moisture from the air. Personally, I wouldn't want to be without a compressor in my shop for air tools, but for finishes I'm looking at HVLP so I don't have to mess with drying the air. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceHoleInOne Posted September 19, 2017 Report Share Posted September 19, 2017 Filter This is all you need. The replacement filter element is simply a roll of one ply toilet paper. -Ace- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted September 19, 2017 Report Share Posted September 19, 2017 That looks like an ingenious filter ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceHoleInOne Posted September 19, 2017 Report Share Posted September 19, 2017 2 hours ago, Crashcup said: If you're going to spray off a compressor, don't forget that you'll also need a good filter and some way to remove moisture from the air. Personally, I wouldn't want to be without a compressor in my shop for air tools, but for finishes I'm looking at HVLP so I don't have to mess with drying the air. More importantly, it's the oil mist mixed in the air along with the water. Just like a car engine, you get blow-by past the compressors piston rings. The M-60 filter in the link above takes care of both. -Ace- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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