How to Pick the Perfect Twin-Stack Compressor
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Model: DH550000AV
$68.00
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Features
Grade
Contractor
Style
Twin Stack
CFM
3
Tank Size
4
- Professional Grade
- Perfect for air brushing, inflation, stapling, or other tasks
- 4-Gallon Twin Stack Tanks
- Convenient and efficient air storage system
- User Friendly Design
- Easy to read gauges allow for convenient monitoring
- Induction Motor
- Longer life compared to universal motor designs
- 13 Amp Electric Motor
- Plug into any 120V outlet
- Oil-Lubricated Cast-Iron Cylinder
- Quieter & longer lasting than oil-free designs
Specifications
EC89
Engine
HP
1
Engine Low Oil Shut-off
No
Motor
Voltage
120 Volt AC
Phase
1-Phase
Magnetic Starter
Magnetic Starter
The Magnetic Starter is the "thinking cap" for the motor of the air compressor. Magnetic starters are electromagnetically operated switches that provide a safe method for certain motors to be started under a large motor load.
No
Pump
CFM
CFM
Cubic Feet Per Minute, which indicates the compressor's flow rate - or the amount of air that a compressor can produce at a given pressure level. Typically compressors that have higher CFM ratings are able to provide more air, which makes them ideal for larger applications
3
CFM Rated @
90 PSI
Pump Material
Aluminum w/ Cast Iron Sleeve
Max PSI
Max PSI
PSI, or Pounds Per Square Inch, measures the amount of pressure placed on a square inch of space. In compressor terms, PSI is the amount of force that an air compressor can deliver
135 PSI
Oil Sight Glass
No
Pump Type
Single-Stage
After Cooler
After Cooler
An aftercooler is a mechanical heat exchanger designed to remove the heat and moisture of compression from a compressed air stream so the air is cool and dry enough for use in air-operated equipment. A compressed air aftercooler has three primary functions: Cool the air discharged from the air compressor
No
Pump Drive
Direct Drive
Oil Type
Oil Lubricated
Pump Low Oil Shut-off
Pump Low Oil Shut-off
Prevents the air compressor from operating or restarting without an adequate amount of oil in the compressor
No
Tank
Tank Size
4 Gallons
Tank Outlet
1/4 Inch
Electronic Drain Valve
Electronic Drain Valve
The inexpensive and reliable electric drain valve (EDV) automatically removes condensate from your air system. It has an integral strainer to prevent clogging and saves time and money by eliminating the need for manual draining
No
Tank Orientation
Horizontal
Overview
Weight
57 Pounds
Consumer Warranty
1 Year
Power Type
Electric
UPC
717709015173
Reviews
(4)
Hitachi EC89 Reviews & Ratings
Not enough CFM
By A.K.
Massachusetts
Review Posted 05/22/2012
Bought this compressor and got rid of my pancake compressor, I'd been doing more jobs on my own so I wasn't using my foreman's compressor. Anyway, I got this thinking I was buying the same one I'd used on other job-sites....... Nope, this sucker can't keep up if your productive using a framing gun. This model can't keep up, it just has to run non stop it seems, and then cause of loss of pressure my nails need to be finished off by hand.
I was really baffled by this 'cause some of the other ones Id used worked great, even with two guys working off of it. Upon researching I realized I didn't have the ec 12. wish I'd known, I would of spent the extra 50-70 bucks gladly. So just cause it looks the same....... it isn't. I don't have time to wait for this compressor to recover.... time is money. If your just shooting finish guns with this, or need one to tinker around the house with, it's fine. But it's not jobsite worthy.
I was really baffled by this 'cause some of the other ones Id used worked great, even with two guys working off of it. Upon researching I realized I didn't have the ec 12. wish I'd known, I would of spent the extra 50-70 bucks gladly. So just cause it looks the same....... it isn't. I don't have time to wait for this compressor to recover.... time is money. If your just shooting finish guns with this, or need one to tinker around the house with, it's fine. But it's not jobsite worthy.
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Expert Response
The important thing to look at when you're buying an air compressor is whether the CFM rating of compressor supports the CFM rating of your tools.
This unit produces 3 CFM at 90 PSI; the Features recommend it for light duty tasks like stapling & air brushing. It's made of pro-grade components, but it won't produce the air power needed for a larger air tool.
A framing nailer uses around 4-5 CFM at 70-120 PSI, so this model air compressor does not support that style tool.
Please see our Buyer's Guide for other suggestions on choosing the right Air Compressor for your needs.
This unit produces 3 CFM at 90 PSI; the Features recommend it for light duty tasks like stapling & air brushing. It's made of pro-grade components, but it won't produce the air power needed for a larger air tool.
A framing nailer uses around 4-5 CFM at 70-120 PSI, so this model air compressor does not support that style tool.
Please see our Buyer's Guide for other suggestions on choosing the right Air Compressor for your needs.
Melissa C.
Air Compressor Expert
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2/5
Handles all my needs so far
By john
Texas
Review Posted 01/31/2012
bought this compressor and so far no problems , handles all my needs so far
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4/5
4/5
4/5
4/5
Works well
By JP L.
Cabou, Maine
Review Posted 05/04/2011
Works well with my pneumatic tools.
Needs wheels or dolly, though- the weight was surprising.
Needs wheels or dolly, though- the weight was surprising.
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3/5
3/5
3/5
Bought Two - Kept Zero
By Joseph
West Memphis, Tennessee
Review Posted 03/01/2010
The first one was returned due to the fact that it constantly tripped and took 10-15 attempts to reset.
I got a replacement and got it home, took it out of the box, started it up and the trip switch vibrated loose and the plastic holding bracket broke into pieces. I returned it and bought an Ingersoll Rand for more money but better quality.
I got a replacement and got it home, took it out of the box, started it up and the trip switch vibrated loose and the plastic holding bracket broke into pieces. I returned it and bought an Ingersoll Rand for more money but better quality.
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