Craftsman WLB1982713 Professional Portable Air Compressor
Boasting of an SCFM delivery of 5.8 at 90 PSI, you can run multiple pneumatic tools such as air nailers or paint spray guns at the same time with the Craftsman WLB1982713 Professional Portable Air Compressor, thus living up to its billing as “professional”.
The compressor features an upright hotdog tank that is finished in shiny black. It can hold up to 27 gallons of compressed air with a maximum pressure of 150 PSI, further reinforcing its claim as a powerful equipment that exceeds most do-it-yourselfers’ typical requirements.
Sitting atop the tank is a metal platform on which the air pump and motor are mounted. The pump is a single stage type that is made of aluminum with cast iron cylinders. It is oil-lubricated to keep friction among its moving parts down and thus minimize wear and tear. The oil also has the added function of dampening noise generated by the pump.
The motor is electrically powered, and it can be plugged into either 120- or 240-volt outlet. With its running horsepower of 1.9, it can effortlessly drive the air pump to produce the compressed air needed to run high-consumption pneumatic tools as grinders and sanders. Power from the motor is transmitted to the air pump via a belt drive. This is covered with a shroud to prevent accidental contact that can lead to serious injuries.
Also on the platform is the pressure switch that turns the motor on when air pressure inside the tank falls and, conversely, turns it off when the maximum pressure is reached. Flanking the switch are the tool and tank pressure gauges.
The Craftsman WLB1982713 Professional Portable Air Compress stands of a pair of pneumatic wheels making it easy to move the machine. A pair of ergonomic handles is mounted on the air pump and motor platform which assures convenient maneuvering.
Dimensions of the air compressor are 27″ W x 24″ D x 48.5″ H. It weighs 162 lbs.