Compressor Comparison
Cargo Master
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From: Over Yonder, MN
I vote Quincy, we’ve run one (10 or so HP QR-25 something, I think) 12 hours a day non stop every week day for the last 30 years, and sure it’s needed maintenance along the way, but not much. We also have another modern 10HP Quincy next to it, but that one spends most of it’s time on standby.
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I'd go with Quincy too, if you do a lot of work. We use them for HVAC pneumatic controls. Also start your compressor out on synthetic lube, you'll have no carbon rings at the top of your cylinder walls, and less energy used. I'd also look into a refrigerated air dryer. Do you have 3 phase availible? The motors are a lot cheaper and more reliable. I've had really good fast replacement service out of this company, even though they use Curtis, http://www.air-compressor.com
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How about a Saylor Beall? I am lookin at the VT 235 80 5 HP 2 stage 80 gal tank 230 1 phase. I have had a few people mention them and well I am doing some research, Worth Comparing to Quincy?
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WELL, Just to update. I made a decision on Saylor Beall and the unit was around 2100.00 with the bells and whistles. As i was getting ready for that I found and bought!
CHAMPION 5HP RV series with the Reed Valves, but a Cast Iron Cylinder on a 80 Gal Verticle tank. Unit is 11 years old and was used maybe 40 hours at MOST. so for less than half the cost of my new SB unit I got a Champion. It makes pressure well and is very quiet.
CHAMPION 5HP RV series with the Reed Valves, but a Cast Iron Cylinder on a 80 Gal Verticle tank. Unit is 11 years old and was used maybe 40 hours at MOST. so for less than half the cost of my new SB unit I got a Champion. It makes pressure well and is very quiet.
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