PHATBRAT Posted April 21, 2004 Share Posted April 21, 2004 For lack of a better space to put this I am asking here. Sears is having a sale on a 150 PSi air compressor that comes with the hose and a few tools and attachments for like $279. (30 gallon tank if I remember correctly) Not sure what the CFM's where though (What the heck are CFM's anyway?) My question is what do I need to run some tools like a grinder or impact wrench without worrying about it running out of breath? I thought it was PSi's but someone said it is actually the CFMs. (What are they) I know 150 PSi is pretty good but I am not sure what a good rating for a CFM is. Anyone knowledgable about these things (In depth, not just general knowledge) Thanks, Boz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_bard Posted April 21, 2004 Share Posted April 21, 2004 CFM = Cubic Feet per Minute (darn... I knew those overclocking days would come in handy some day.) Don't ask me what a good CFM rating is for a compressor. Cooling fan for a computer case or processor, yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShawnW Posted April 21, 2004 Share Posted April 21, 2004 Off Topic forum is in testing right now and the donors are doing the testing. I am going to lock this thread and copy it to the OT forum. If you wish to help test join the donor group. I own that same compressor. I never end up using the 3/8 ratchet it comes with, and the hose I ended up replacing with a lot longer one and a Rapid Reel that I bought at Menards. A high quality RUBBER hose is worth much more than those plastic ones. Plastic is good for contractors that work outside alot but rubber is better in a garage (opinion only). The compressor keeps up with me for changing tires and grinding, sanding or using my cutoff tools. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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