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1 verse 2 stage compressor

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mokicker

12-10-2007 03:57:00




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I need a larger compressor and have the opportunity to buy two practically new ones cheap. One is a single stage and one is 2 stage. Any thoughts on which is better for general tool power and tractor painting?




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Gene Davis (Ga.)

12-11-2007 18:01:00




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 Re: 1 verse 2 stage compressor in reply to mokicker, 12-10-2007 03:57:00  
A quick rule of thumb. Single stage= more CFM but lower final pressure. Two stage=lower CFM with higher final pressure.



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markiz41

12-10-2007 12:15:13




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 Re: 1 verse 2 stage compressor in reply to mokicker, 12-10-2007 03:57:00  
Not knowing the specifics, I'll say this - buy the one that weighs more.



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TimV

12-10-2007 10:50:35




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 Re: 1 verse 2 stage compressor in reply to mokicker, 12-10-2007 03:57:00  
mokicker: Lot of unknown variables here, but in general you're better off with a 2-stage compressor. To make a sweeping generalization, two-stage units tend to be better built and more efficient. Like any generalization, there's plenty of exceptions to prove the rule, but two-stage units tend to be more "industrial" quality, while the smallish single-stage units tend to be "homeowner" quality. Probably the best thing to do is post the specifics of both units here, so some of the compressor experts can comment on the pros and cons of the exact units you're looking at. Be very wary of comparing "nameplate" horsepowers, CFMs, etc. on compressors--many units (and most of the homeowner-type compressors) have VERY optimistic ratings, to the point where they're useless for making an informed decision.

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circus

12-10-2007 06:17:53




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 Re: 1 verse 2 stage compressor in reply to mokicker, 12-10-2007 03:57:00  
No brainer. The two stage is more efficient, higher pressure and built better.



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Bob Farrell

12-10-2007 06:00:31




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 Re: 1 verse 2 stage compressor in reply to mokicker, 12-10-2007 03:57:00  
Buy them both. You indicated the price was right (cheap). Use both for a while and determine which works best for your needs. Sell the other for a reasonable price. You will probably wind up keeping both. bob f.



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Will- Tx.-Mn.

12-10-2007 05:42:03




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 Re: 1 verse 2 stage compressor in reply to mokicker, 12-10-2007 03:57:00  
I would opt for the two stage,as it has "volumes" of air just like in obtaining more horsepower in an engine nothing does it like "displacement" and in air it is usually spoken of in cubic feet

~Will



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John T

12-10-2007 04:48:10




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 Re: 1 verse 2 stage compressor in reply to mokicker, 12-10-2007 03:57:00  
If you wanna use higher pressure on a regular basis, say in the 150 PSI range Id opt for the 2 stage. However, if you run more like 90 to 125 PSI the single stage will get you by. Of course, painting dont require high pressure so if thats the most of the operation plus air up some tires now n then and NOT run higher pressures a lot, the single is again fine.

John T



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