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07-03-2011, 08:55 PM
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Running the 1/2 inch line would be an noticeable improvement if the fittings on the compressor were 1/2 inch as well. I think you'll find the biggest restriction is the fittings themselves. You might take drill out the fitting slightly to improve the flow out of the compressor if you cant change it to 1/2".
07-03-2011, 10:26 PM
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hey thanx for all the replies and info. sounds like my biggest issue might be the volume of the system to act as a buffer/reservoir.
running larger pipe with multiple outlets is more than overkill in my attached doublecar home garage. i have the 50' reel and it will reach well beyond the confines of the garage and back again easily . . .
in looking at multiple commonly used airtools - the inlets are mostly 1/4 NPT anyway (which seems to be the standard coupler thread size for 3/8). so. that being said, i will stick with a 3/8 run of hose as it is easiest/cheapest and requires less fittings for chance of leaks.
i will run the 3/8 for now and if i find i am 'under-aired' i will add an additional tank and plumb it in to the system for a bigger buffer reservoir.
does this plan sound unreasonable - based on the fact that the buffering would be my biggest issue?
running larger pipe with multiple outlets is more than overkill in my attached doublecar home garage. i have the 50' reel and it will reach well beyond the confines of the garage and back again easily . . .
in looking at multiple commonly used airtools - the inlets are mostly 1/4 NPT anyway (which seems to be the standard coupler thread size for 3/8). so. that being said, i will stick with a 3/8 run of hose as it is easiest/cheapest and requires less fittings for chance of leaks.
i will run the 3/8 for now and if i find i am 'under-aired' i will add an additional tank and plumb it in to the system for a bigger buffer reservoir.
does this plan sound unreasonable - based on the fact that the buffering would be my biggest issue?
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