Campbell Hausfeld 1-Gallon Pancake Air Compressor w/ Inflation Kit

One spring day last year I decided I was going to screen in my 26' long deck using 1x2's along the screen edging for a better more even hold. Everything was going good till i got to the bottom part of the screen. My Deck railing which I used the screen behind it had one more plank on it un-screened to the final edge and there is only about 6 or 7 inches under the deck where i was pulling the screen from.

Because I have to be somewhat fancy I did not want the bottom part of the screen (1x2's as well) to show on the front and I couldn't swing a hammer under there for the life of me to get the 1x2,s and the screen in place.

Then my compressor kicked on and so I grabbed my air brad nailer and was able to get it up underneath to make all the nailing done with ease even though the wife didn't think it was big enough to work. Bah! I love my little save the day compressor.

One spring day last year I decided I was going to screen in my 26' long deck using 1x2's along the screen edging for a better more even hold. Everything was going good till i got to the bottom part of the screen. My Deck railing which I used the screen behind it had one more plank on it un-screened to the final edge and there is only about 6 or 7 inches under the deck where i was pulling the screen from.

Because I have to be somewhat fancy I did not want the bottom part of the screen (1x2's... more

It's OK for it's size. I don't care for the coil hose, it needs a straight end so you can air a tire with out kinking the hose.

Bought this at a chain hardware store. The unit runs very, very, very loud!

I called Campbell Hausfeld customer service, and they said it runs at "about 90 decibels, not one of their quietest models."

You can not run it in a closed room indoors, it is deafening!

ACD RESPONDS: If a quiet air compressor is what you need, just enter "quiet" into the white search box in the top right corner of the web site- there are several models to choose from!

Placing this compressor on a rubber or neoprene pad may also help quiet it down.

Bought this at a chain hardware store. The unit runs very, very, very loud!

I called Campbell Hausfeld customer service, and they said it runs at "about 90 decibels, not one of their quietest models."

You can not run it in a closed room indoors, it is deafening!

ACD RESPONDS: If a quiet air compressor is what you need, just enter "quiet" into the white search box in the top right corner of the web site- there are several models to choose from!

Placing this... more

Purchased this unit 3 days ago and will be returning it my 1st chance. This unit is too loud to use in the garage without ear plugs, outside it too is loud for the neighborhood.

In spite of what customer service say's the decibel level is way over 90! It may work well and have extra adapters but if destroys your hearing and you cannot have a conversation any where near it, wha's the point?

Air compressor is too noisy and runs out of air too quick but, I still like it because of its size.

ACD RESPONDS: A larger air compressor would provide more air & run quieter; but in some applications the smaller size can't be beat.

It is impossible to hook the coil hose up as the fittings are not right. I'm taking the piece of junk back to the big box store where I bought it.

You have to turn the coiled hose which gets in the way of the motor- you can't even get it started.

ACD RESPONDS: Before you take the unit back you may want to give the folks at Campbell Hausfeld Tech Support a call, toll free, at 800-330-0712. If it turns out you are missing a connector they will be happy to send you one at no charge.

Please be sure to have the serial number of your unit handy when you call them.

It is impossible to hook the coil hose up as the fittings are not right. I'm taking the piece of junk back to the big box store where I bought it.

You have to turn the coiled hose which gets in the way of the motor- you can't even get it started.

ACD RESPONDS: Before you take the unit back you may want to give the folks at Campbell Hausfeld Tech Support a call, toll free, at 800-330-0712. If it turns out you are missing a connector they will be happy to send you one at no charge.
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I've only used it once, but it did what I wanted it to do... inflate car and motorcycle tires.

It's easy to use and doesn't require a lot of maintenance. I'm not sure yet how accurate the gauge is, but will write another review after a few more uses.

Performed nicely over two days use stapling insulation.

Despite the enclosed space, my work environment was NOT as noisy as anticipated as the cycle time for recharge was brief and the 1 gal tank capacity for this type of work was more than adequate for many staple shots.

(Perhaps the previous reviewer did not check his lines for small leaks leading to more run time...)

1. Was unable to connect the coiled air hose to the regulator. Called Technical Assistance, there was a missing male connector that the coil air hose is connected to, that is to be inserted into the end of the regulator (female). They will send one out.

2. The Pre-Operation, Break-in Procedure is incorrect. I followed the instructions 3 times, the compressor is supposed to run for 30 minutes. It didn't, once it reach its fill capacity it shut off. Called Technical Assistance and was informed that the Tank Drain Valve should be opened for this one time Break-in Procedure, so the compressor can run for 30 minutes. Opening the Drain Valve is not in the Pre-Operation instructions. Suggested they have their instructions review and rewritten to include this.

3. LOUD operation, Tech Assistance states there is nothing that can be done. It is the nature of the smaller oil-free compressors.

1. Was unable to connect the coiled air hose to the regulator. Called Technical Assistance, there was a missing male connector that the coil air hose is connected to, that is to be inserted into the end of the regulator (female). They will send one out.

2. The Pre-Operation, Break-in Procedure is incorrect. I followed the instructions 3 times, the compressor is supposed to run for 30 minutes. It didn't, once it reach its fill capacity it shut off. Called Technical Assistance and was... more

I am not impressed with this product. It is way over priced and is like having a kid's toy.