Compressor For A Blow Gun?

Compressor For A Blow Gun?

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neenaw

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1,212 posts

196 months

Monday 17th February 2014
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I've got a SIP compressor in the garage at the moment, the same as this one:

http://www.sipuk.co.uk/direct-drive-air-compressor...

The problem is that it's too noisy for what I want!
The only thing it gets used for is with a blow gun to dry off the drivetrain on my bike after it's been washed so I'm looking for something a bit smaller and quieter.

Would something like this be capable of running a blow gun properly?

http://www.makitauk.com/product/fastening/air-comp...

If not, has anyone got any better suggestions for a quiet compressor that doesn't cost a fortune?

paintman

7,765 posts

197 months

Wednesday 19th February 2014
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Direct drive small compressors are generally noisy.
There may be some quiet ones around, but you'd be best asking for a demonstration at the shop to be sure its quiet enough for you.
Belt drive compressors are usually much quieter but are more expensive & you won't want to buy a screw compressor for the odd DIY job!