SGS 9.6CFM 50 litre air compressor
Considering its price, this was a surprising product. It works perfectly, and while loud, was quieter than I was expecting. The meters seem accurate, and the quick release fittings are of good quality. My only complaint is the plastic handle. Quite frankly, it feels very flaky and if anything will break on this unit, it will be this. The wheels and feet need fitting by you, but anyone who has a need for an air compressor will obviously not find this a problem. The manual is good, if not amazing. The protection plugs fitted to the oil filler and air intake need removing on arrival, and they are a complete pain to get out. You need quality pliers. To NOT try to pry them out... it won't work, so save yourself some aggro and just use decent pliers. Valve cut off cuts in slightly early, but rather that than too late. Only one output is regulated. This is common on such a unit, but the ad, or website doesn't make this clear. The way it is packaged makes the plastic surround susceptible to damage, and mine arrives with a slight crack. It doesn't affect anything, and personally I was not bothered, but you should check for damage on arrival. Tank certification plate showed 2021 manufacture date. Drain plug is located bottom dead centre where it should be unlike its main competitor (the yellow one named after a wild canine ;)). Off centre ones are useless for moisture drainage, and you should remove all moisture after every use to prevent corrosion.
All in all, it is well worth the money. It just about managed to run my blast cabinet at 50psi with a 5mm nozzle, which is a worst use case scenario for a compressor of this size and price, and it has MORE than enough CFM for paint spraying and air tools. Recommended if you are on a budget.
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