Name: California Air Tools 8010A
Brand: California Air Tools
Price: 249.99 USD

3.2/5#9 of 20 in portable air compressors
3.2

A quiet, rust proof garage compressor for nailing, inflating and occasional painting where a big tank matters more than airflow.

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Pros

The 8 gallon tank gives long blow gun and spray bursts before the motor kicks in
Quiet enough to hold a conversation next to it
Aluminum tank will not rust and keeps the weight to about 37 lb with wheels
Low 8.5 A draw is easy on household circuits

Cons

2.2 CFM at 90 PSI is too little for impact wrenches, sanders or continuous air tools
120 PSI maximum is lower than most pancake compressors, so less stored air per gallon
One year warranty

How it scores

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Specifications

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