Puma 3-HP 40-Gallon Two-Stage Air Compressor (208/230V 1-Phase)

Wanted something smaller, but with some punch. Didn't need a huge tank as I don't do a lot of stuff with air quick to fill.

At a distance of 6' this Puma is 77db. This is ten times quieter than my old cheap (oil) compressor, which measured 87db.

I had to snip off a little over 1/4" of the ON/OFF lever as it would hit on the electrical service connection: I used liquid tight PVC conduit and fittings, which are a bit bulky. Puma might look to provide a little more clearance here.

Have yet to plumb everything nicely.

Looking forward to this compressor lasting me a good long while.

Wanted something smaller, but with some punch. Didn't need a huge tank as I don't do a lot of stuff with air quick to fill.

At a distance of 6' this Puma is 77db. This is ten times quieter than my old cheap (oil) compressor, which measured 87db.

I had to snip off a little over 1/4" of the ON/OFF lever as it would hit on the electrical service connection: I used liquid tight PVC conduit and fittings, which are a bit bulky. Puma might look to provide a little more clearance here.
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Item says ships factory direct in 2-5 business days, I'm on the 6th business day and no communication yet on shipping. Order ACD1408292. I'll update this review as things progress.

As promised, my order shipped from the manufacturer five business days after placed and I was provided with tracking info. Arrived about one week later from Tennessee to my North Idaho driveway by lift gate. From there, I used a light hand truck to move it into place in the shop.

Compressor shipped bubble wrapped on a small wood pallet. Arrived with minor shipping damage. Delivery driver was very helpful, documenting the fact on my invoice. Emailed ACD (thanks: Suzi Quigley post sales rep.) of the damage details with pics, received replacement parts within 2 weeks directly from Puma. Slight inconvenience but no hassles. Good as new. -/

NOW ABOUT THE COMPRESSOR:
I set the three feet on 4x4 rubber/cork vibration pads over the concrete floor. Anxious to get started using this new tool, I planned to install the floor bolts later. Broke it in per the manual and then ran for a couple of hours to test it out (read that "played with it"). It didn't move, I may not bother to bolt it down.

To check continuous pressure, I fully opened the 1/4" bottom drain and let the compressor run. Tank pressure slowly dropped from full down to 30psi and leveled off with the pump holding there. I run HVLP spray guns at 30-40psi so not likely it will ever fail to keep up. It did get pretty warm from running so hard, but not hot enough to melt plastic or peel paint.

I think I'm really going to like this compressor. Even though it's only 3hp/40gal, it's compact size and continuous duty rating is perfect for my home cabinet shop.

EXTRA INFO:
Noise meter readings: 75db @ pump / 68db @ 3ft / 50db @ 20ft
Two factory pressure relief valves, one on top of the tank another on the high pressure cylinder. Time to fill from 0-180psi/6.5min. Cycles from 138-180psi/2.0min. The safety bleeds off to 175psi at rest.

Installed on a 20amp/2-pole breaker, single circuit 40' from panel with 10/3 romex. Then wired a six foot 10/3 utility cord with male plug from the wall outlet to the pressure solenoid. FYI-Unit electrical cord from solenoid to the motor is 12/3 multi-strand. The solenoid includes a factory on/off switch lever so it's not necessary to flip the breaker for on/off.

As promised, my order shipped from the manufacturer five business days after placed and I was provided with tracking info. Arrived about one week later from Tennessee to my North Idaho driveway by lift gate. From there, I used a light hand truck to move it into place in the shop.

Compressor shipped bubble wrapped on a small wood pallet. Arrived with minor shipping damage. Delivery driver was very helpful, documenting the fact on my invoice. Emailed ACD (thanks: Suzi Quigley post sales rep.)... more

Compressor and specs are a stellar unit !! But after passing the shipping/arrival date from the said 7 to 10 business days, I called to express my concerns over NOT hearing from anyone on either the purchasing or manufacturing side. Was told the compressor was back ordered, and would not be available for another 7 to 10 days.

Arrived via Lift Gate truck and excellent service from third party handler to get it to my garage. After quick inspection of unit paperwork signed and release given. Unraveled unit from packaging, and found motor fins broken off motor housing. Should not effect use of compressor because fins are for cooling purposes, but still damage was there, and we'll see if anyone is going to replace the unit...I doubt it !!!

Compressor and specs are a stellar unit !! But after passing the shipping/arrival date from the said 7 to 10 business days, I called to express my concerns over NOT hearing from anyone on either the purchasing or manufacturing side. Was told the compressor was back ordered, and would not be available for another 7 to 10 days.

Arrived via Lift Gate truck and excellent service from third party handler to get it to my garage. After quick inspection of unit paperwork signed and release... more

Compressor came on time and was wraped up nice. No damage, i have 2 air leaks- 1 I was able to fix the other is under the on off switch which I'm not willing to try to take it apart. I did not contact Air Compressors Direct about this, I wanted to see how often it has to turn itself back on to fill up tank About 8 times a day. I wish it was factory tested for air leaks.

Very happy with my purchase. It pumps up fast and it is very quiet compared to my old 60 gallon single stage compressor.

I would recommend this for any medium duty shop or home owner. Also the appearance is very nice...good paint job on the tank.

Much quieter than expected. Spoke with factory, they answered all my ? Made in USA.

Arrived when promised (thanks for tracking info).

When I first turned it on, for a moment I thought something was wrong then I realized this thing is really quiet.

Performs great! plenty air for my needs & pumps back up fairly quickly.
For this amount of money it should be this good.

I had to pay sales tax (Illinois) even though it was shipped directly from the factory which is in a different state.

I use this in a small woodshop (24x24). It runs a 15" sander and all my nailers with ease.

It is also quiet enough that there is no need for hearing protection while it is running. In fact, it is quieter than some of my machinery.

This thing makes AIR. I was surprised to hear how quiet it is. Pumps fast and is compact.

The unit is performing well and runs quiet.

From the factory there was a small piece of plastic that made its way into the check valve used to depressurize the head after reaching pressure limit. The unit couldn't hold pressure until the contamination was removed.