DeWalt 5-HP 80-Gallon Two-Stage Air Compressor (230V 1-Phase)

I've only had my DeWalt 5-HP 80-Gallon Two-Stage Air Compressor for a couple weeks. I didn't appreciate that in order to maintain the warranty, I had to hire a "licensed Electrician" to hook it up.

The compressor is a little louder than I thought it would be. The drain valve is kinda cheap so I replaced it with a 90 degree street fitting and a 1/4" ball valve. As another review stated it could have come with a 3/4" pipe plug for the side hook up. Another minor cost and inconvenience.

Needs an hour meter to keep track of scheduled maintenance intervals.

So enough of the bad. Performance wise, it meets all my expectations. I can run my die grinder nonstop and never wait for air. I haven't given it a good work out yet but do not anticipate any problems when I start sandblasting. I really like the built in line regulator.

Very convenient when you don't need dry unfiltered air. I will be adding a drying system.

I've only had my DeWalt 5-HP 80-Gallon Two-Stage Air Compressor for a couple weeks. I didn't appreciate that in order to maintain the warranty, I had to hire a "licensed Electrician" to hook it up.

The compressor is a little louder than I thought it would be. The drain valve is kinda cheap so I replaced it with a 90 degree street fitting and a 1/4" ball valve. As another review stated it could have come with a 3/4" pipe plug for the side hook up. Another minor cost and... more

I did a LOT of research before buying this DeWalt compressor. For the money and quality you can't beat it.

I opted to purchase the Maintenance Kit which I highly recommend as it doubles your warranty out to 4 years....one of the best warranties in the business.

The compressor itself does everything as advertised. This is a great product and would recommend it to anyone. And at about 500 lbs. it is not a cheesey flimsy unit ! Heavy metal all around.

Compressor does what it's supposed to do, however it's the loudest 5-HP compressor I've had. I do body and paint work and this is my 3rd in the last 30 years due to moving shops.

Nice features on front panel with 2 quick couplers and pressure regulator for those not wanting to hard plumb the air lines. Builds pressure back up quickly and the water drain on bottom EZ to access.

Overall very pleased with performance.

I ordered the -Stage DeWALT DXCMV5048055, 5-HP 80-Gallon Two Air Compressor IN 06/2016. After about six months in service the compressor stopped working. I called the DeWALT 1-888-895-4549 for service to repair the compressor. After speaking with the customer representative I was told that it could be either a switch or motor. I was then given two different phone numbers (919-878-0357 DeWALT Factory Store & 919 856-0050 J&S Tool Repair) in my area for repairs, one was a DeWALT service center and a second was an independent operator.

I was also told that I should call the DeWALT service first because they like to handle their own warranty calls. After speaking to the DeWALT Factory Store I was told that they do not service this model and they do not make onsite service calls, however I could bring it in and they would take a look a look at it. This compressor weights 500 lbs., bolted to the floor and hard wired to the electrical system (bring it in, you got to be kidding me). I called J&S and they were glad to help me, after taking all of my information I discovered that the compressor was not manufactured by DeWALT but another company and place the DeWALT name on it. I believe this compressor is manufactured by Powermate and the warranty is covered by them. This is the reason DeWALT does not repair this item.

No where in the DeWALT product “Features & Specs” or Warranty does it mention they do not manufacture or cover the warranty on this product. I have purchased & used the DeWALT line of tools for over twenty years, this is the first item that I have had warranty work done on any item. After this problem I will now look at other brands and their warranties. I feel that I can no longer trust the DeWALT brand.

I ordered the -Stage DeWALT DXCMV5048055, 5-HP 80-Gallon Two Air Compressor IN 06/2016. After about six months in service the compressor stopped working. I called the DeWALT 1-888-895-4549 for service to repair the compressor. After speaking with the customer representative I was told that it could be either a switch or motor. I was then given two different phone numbers (919-878-0357 DeWALT Factory Store & 919 856-0050 J&S Tool Repair) in my area for repairs, one was a DeWALT service... more

I needed a 2 stage 80 gal. compressor to run my pressure blaster that my old compressor couldn't keep up with. I bought the Dewalt because of the high CFM ratings and excellent price.

So far it has performed flawlessly. It keeps up with my pressure blaster with no problems.

The only thing I changed was the drain valve on the bottom of the tank. It's a small light duty knob. I replaced it with a ball valve which works well.

The built in control panel is a great feature.

Ordered the DeWalt 80 Gallon 5 HP compressor because of:

1) Price
2) Rated CFM
3) Quality of Compressor Pump (it is actually made by Kellogg Compressor if you look at parts list)

The compressor is great and you can see it is well put together and quality job done (no missing or loose parts anywhere, even the shipping box and pallet are very well designed and put together).

The compressor is somewhat nosier than others of same class,not because of the compressor pump (rotates at around 600 RPM), but because there is a 3450 RPM instead of a 1750 RPM electric motor installed. The unit fills fast and the listed CFM is pretty much on the money and the compressor does not really vibrate much compared to other higher priced units I have compared.

The ONLY issue I have had with ordering this Air Compressor is the way shipping was done. That plus that lack of influence that Air Compressors Direct had on the shipping company ABF to complete the shipment as per contract with Air Compressors Direct. I had checked off the option and paid the extra $75.00 for lift gate service to my residence and understood it would be dropped off at the point on my property closest to the public street (curb side delivery).

The freight company called and we setup up a day for them to come by (they would not give any specific time just a day) and confirmed the address. The semi Truck arrived and did not have a tail gate PLUS the driver refused to drive down the PUBLIC street to drop off the compressor curb side ( I have had flatbed Semi Trucks dropping off bulldozers come down the street with no issues and no one parks on the street so it has more room than normal streets do). The driver said he would drop off my compressor on the side of a HIGHWAY (which is illegal) over 300 yards away or have to come to the depot and pick it up there.

So I called Air Compressors Direct and was told sorry about that they would refund the $75.00 that I already paid for lift gate service I did not receive. I stated the delivery was not completed as per contract (curb side) and had to drive 60 miles round trip and rent a truck, load it onto the truck and off load it and that cost over $200.00 total and wasted several hours of my time. Then I was told they would give a additional $25,00 off but that was all that they would do, even thought the price was to include curb side delivery of the air compressor.

SO while DeWalt Compressor itself is very nice I have been soured by the shipping experience to not want to do business with Air Compressors Direct. I will be buying future Air Compressors locally because even though it costs more it actually comes out cheaper after the shipping problems I experienced.

Ordered the DeWalt 80 Gallon 5 HP compressor because of:

1) Price
2) Rated CFM
3) Quality of Compressor Pump (it is actually made by Kellogg Compressor if you look at parts list)

The compressor is great and you can see it is well put together and quality job done (no missing or loose parts anywhere, even the shipping box and pallet are very well designed and put together).

The compressor is somewhat nosier than others of same class,not because of the compressor pump (rotates at around... more

Haven't actually put it to a real test yet but have to say I'm pleased with the quality and workmanship of this unit...

Overall, this is the best compressor for the money in this category. Shipping was decently quick and the entire process was easy.

Only complaint was the two really weak and nearly broken pallets the compressor came on. Trying to get that heavy thing off the pallets without toppling the compressor or killing myself was tough. I'd buy again from here though.

Did a lot of reasearch before the purchase. I own a 2-cycle racing outboard engine business, and use die grinders everyday. I relocated my shop. The new owner wanted my old standby compressor left with the sale of the shop so I went shopping for a high CFM compressor the DeWalt fit the bill, and the A rating with the great price sold me.

Ordered it, and within 2 weeks it arrived in great shape, set in place. Wired it up and she fired right up. In the morning, I will go through the first 30 minute break-in period, then the torture begins ... The Power Equipment Direct people we great, and I will use them again, Thanks for the great service and product!!

Did a lot of reasearch before the purchase. I own a 2-cycle racing outboard engine business, and use die grinders everyday. I relocated my shop. The new owner wanted my old standby compressor left with the sale of the shop so I went shopping for a high CFM compressor the DeWalt fit the bill, and the A rating with the great price sold me.

Ordered it, and within 2 weeks it arrived in great shape, set in place. Wired it up and she fired right up. In the morning, I will go through the first 30... more

This compressor is everything I was hoping for. It came when promised, looking good, and works great. I was concerned that it might be loud, but it's noticeably quieter than the smaller unit that it is replacing.

The drain petcock is difficult, I will be changing it over to a gate valve... it is a little loud but I am putting it outside the shop.