Portable

Portable Air Compressor

Wide Variation of Portable Air Compressors

The advent of the portable air compressor was a most welcome development for contractors who need to move their equipment from one place of work to another. Traditional industrial types of this machine were often too bulky and unwieldy to transport that when their smaller siblings arrived on the scene, [...]

Husky

Husky Air Compressor

The Popular Husky Air Compressor for Sale

One of the most popular machines used by workers who use pneumatic tools to power such equipment is the Husky air compressor. The name has been around for over 50 years and it continues to maintain its reputation as an excellent provider of tools and equipment.
There are 10 models [...]

12V

12V Air Compressor

Small Useful 12V Air Compressors for Sale

A 12v air compressor is a small portable device designed to be powered by a vehicle’s batteries. It can be connected directly to the battery poles or through the cigar lighter.
This piece of equipment is useful for 4×4 enthusiasts who need to inflate or deflate their tires depending on [...]

Campbell Hausfeld

Campbell Hausfeld Air Compressor

High Pressure Campbell Hausfeld Air Compressors for Sale

The machine Campbell Hausfeld air compressor is manufactured by a company that used to produce horse-drawn wagons and agricultural equipment as early as 1836. By the early 70s it had started experimenting with this type of machine and in 1974, it started manufacturing them.
Today, this tool comes in [...]

Ingersoll Rand

Ingersoll Rand Air Compressor

High Quality Ingersoll Rand Air Compressors for Sale

An Ingersoll Rand air compressor carries the name of a company that has a reputation for producing high-quality and reliable tools and machinery. The brand was born when two drill companies merged, after which they diversified their operations and began producing equipment related to transportation, construction, manufacturing, and [...]

DeVilbiss

DeVilbiss Air Compressor

Different Types of DeVilbiss Air Compressors for Sale

If you find a DeVilbiss air compressor, it is probably an old model because the company of the same name that used to produce them has been absorbed into a tangle of corporate acquisitions. The machines that it continues to manufacture are now marketed under the brand name [...]

Electric

Electric Air Compressor

Advantages of the Electric Air Compressor for Sale

A gas and an electric air compressor have their own advantages over each other. Gas-powered machines are the only option when operating in a place where there are no power lines, such as in a building in the starting stages of its construction. They also eliminate the need [...]

Industrial

Industrial Air Compressors

Heavy Duty Industrial Air Compressors for Sale

Industrial air compressors are the titans of their world. They are the biggest not only in terms of dimensions, but, more important, in their engine horsepower, tank capacity, PSI, and CFM. For this reason, it is not unexpected that their prices can easily reach 20 times, if not higher, [...]

 





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DeWalt D55154 Heavy-Duty Air Compressor

DeWalt D55154 Heavy-Duty Air Compressor

Ideal for the installation of roofing materials, framing and trimming projects, and other finishing works on wood, the DeWalt D55154 Heavy-Duty Air Compressor delivers compressed air at a pressure of 90 to 125 PSI flowing at 4.0 SCFM. A 1.1 horsepower induction motor coupled with a durable direct drive oil-lubricated air compressor pump assures [...]

Porter Cable C6110 Air Compressor

Porter Cable C6110 Air Compressor

The large tank of the Porter Cable C6110 Air Compressor is positioned vertically to minimize the machine’s footprint and storage space requirements. The air compressor stands on two rubber wheels and two feet. With the help of a tubular hand grip wrapped in cushion, it can thus be moved around your work area like a [...]

Oil Lubricated Vs Oil-Free Air Compressors

Oil Lubricated Vs Oil-Free Air Compressors

One of the major decisions you have to make when buying an air compressor is whether to buy an oil-lubricated or oil-free kind. In order to be able to make an informed decision, you need to understand and compare how these two different machines operate, and how they affect the work you intend to use [...]

Senco PC0968 Air Compressor

Senco PC0968 Air Compressor

Measuring only 15″ W x 13.5″ H x 16″ D, the Senco PC0968 Air Compressor is definitely one of the smallest air compressors in the market. Perhaps the only smaller compressors are those that are limited to inflating tires or air furniture.
In spite of its compact design, the PC0968 delivers its maximum output of [...]

Save, Shop and Buy Air Compressors for Sale


A few clicks on your mouse and you are sure to encounter hundreds if not thousands of websites advertising air compressors for sale, whether it is brand new, used, or refurbished. In the face of all these bewildering range of options, you will need to consider a few things about your needs before deciding which unit to buy.

The very first thing to think about is why you need the equipment. If you are a DIY enthusiast who will only use it for your personal projects you can probably settle for the direct drive type. On the other hand, if you are a professional and you expect heavy use of the machine for your work, the belt-driven model would be better suited for you. Direct drives generally last for about 500 hours of use, while belt drives can last three times as much. An advantage of the former is that it does not require oil to run. The latter, however, requires engine oil which you will need to change every 500 hours of operation. A quick survey of air compressors for sale will show that direct drives are generally less expensive than the belt drives.

The tools that you need to operate will dictate the power output of your equipment. Nail and staple guns usually require a high volume of output. Sanders and drills can settle for lesser volumes but the flow should be steady to maintain their spin. You will have to familiarize yourself with the concepts of horsepower, tank size, pounds per square inch (PSI), and cubic feet per minute (CFM) to fully understand engine power.

You need not purchase a brand new unit if budget is an issue. There are used and refurbished air compressors for sale both in hardware stores and on the Internet. These are either brand new units that were returned but could no longer be sold as brand new, or reconditioned machines that had their worn out parts replaced. Either of these will save you a good amount of money, and at the same time provide you with the benefits of a good piece of machinery.