Another compresser query? Noise?

[OLD]

You sure that outer part is metal and not just a cover for a internally threaded welded on sleave and the vid does not play for me.

 

[wizer]

you might have to save the vid locally and play in windows media payer or vlc

 

[George_N]

I tried playing the video and all I got was a few flashing images of the compressor with the sound of it running, then just a green screen.

 

[wizer]

Just spoke to axminster service dept who say I should return it.

I now need to work out whether I want to change it for the smaller one or straight swap.

hmm

 

[wizer]

I tried playing the video and all I got was a few flashing images of the compressor with the sound of it running, then just a green screen.

Must be the way I encoded it.. Doh :roll:

 

[OLD]

It sounds fine the thing with the key ring is to release pressure for maintenance no air should escape normally use soap solution to find leaks.

 

[Digit]

The hexagon in the centre is to take an Allan key. If the fitting is plastic it would normally be replaced by a fitting for an air line, for example, leaving the regulated supply for tools and oiling bottle.
Mine has an on/off valve in it.

Roy.

 

[George_N]

Just spoke to axminster service dept who say I should return it.

I now need to work out whether I want to change it for the smaller one or straight swap.

hmm

The only reason I would go for a smaller unit was if portability was absolutely essential. A bigger capacity compressor is just so much more versatile and will run a wider range of air tools.

 

[OLD]

Digit has found your problem remove the bung apply ptfe tape and reseal.

 

[WellsWood]

That looks more like a torx head bolt to me rather than hex (allen) socket, Ive got one or two keys if you want to see if they'll fit to tighten it up. Failing that my advice would be to take the excuse for a drive to Bobbing and exchange it, you never know what else you might be able to justify once you're there :twisted:
I'd echo what others have said about keeping the large one. Smaller won't necessarily equate to quieter, and it'll run for longer anyway for any given task because of the smaller reservoir. Why not build a sound deadening enclosure for it, I'm sure it's well within your capabilities.

 

[wizer]

To be honest I think as it's so new then it should work out of the box, I think i'll take another drive down there next week and get it sorted.


I was thinking about building an enclosure for it. I take it the top needs to be vented? Then either foam insulation or some sort of rubber to absorb the sound?

 

[Digit]

Be careful with the insulation, compressors produce a lot of heat!

Roy.

 

[andycktm]

Although more expensive, the belt drive model's are quiet.Mine just seems to chug,chug,chug

 

[Rich]

I have promised to build a greenhouse for LOML on the end of the workshop, (block wall, 900 high, 3 sides with gap for sliding door already done) guess where my compressors going, have'nt told her yet.
Here's hoping, Rich. :roll: :roll:

 

[NeilO]

Wizer, its your call at the end of the day, but I would break the paint seal :lol: (or not as the case may be..) and nip the plug up with an allen key, and possibly put some PTFE tape on the threads just to make it air tight .....seems a shame to go to all that trouble for something so simple, if all else fails and it still doesnt work as it should, then return it to Axminster for a replacement, but as I said your choice,

I would personally keep the larger (existing) model in preference for a smaller unit, like I said large compressors can do the small jobs , but small compressors cant do the big jobs..


HTH

 

[Digit]

Rich, explain that the heat from running the compressor will help heat the place!

Roy.

 

[Rich]

Thanks Roy, I'll also explain that the ear defenders will keep her ears warm. :lol: :lol: :lol:
Regards, Rich.

 

[BradNaylor]

I was thinking about building an enclosure for it. I take it the top needs to be vented? Then either foam insulation or some sort of rubber to absorb the sound?

I've got a big compressor as I do a lot of spraying - they do get noisy!

I've built a breeze-block bunker for it outside the workshop with a sloping 1" thick plywood roof which I felted and flashed. Access is via 2 ply doors at the front. It is vented simply by leaving a couple of vertical morter gaps in the blockwork on the side where noise reduction is least important.

I've also bolted the compressor down to the ground (concrete in my case) with pieces of rubber acting as 'washers' to absorb vibration.

I can't now hear the compressor at all from inside the shop, and even from right outside the 'bunker' it is nothing more than a low rumble.

Cheers
Dan

 

[OllyK]

so what do you use your compressors for?

Nailing
Blowing things clean
Blowing up the car / bike tyres
Also use the impact wrench for some mechanical bits like dismantling an old lathe or taking the wheels off the car
I have some sand blasting to do to get the paint off the front wall coping stones.
I'll be building SWMBO a potting shed in the garden, hopefully this summer so the nailer will come in handy for that, if only for attaching the shilap

and so the list goes on!!

 

[Adam]

so what do you use your compressors for?

I built the workshop with it (nail gun) - Main Use (also the fence out the back)
Pumping tyres
Blowing dust out of the pores of wood - invaluble and a revelation when you give it a go!

Adam