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Support Equipment For PCP/HPA/CO2 and springers ,rams => Support Equipment For PCP/HPA/CO2 => Topic started by: YEMX on May 02, 2019, 01:10:26 PM
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I ordered a Day Tripper valve assembly from Best Fittings UK a while back- not even sure how long ago.
https://www.bestfittings.co.uk/shop/airgun-charging-equipment/cylinder-accessories/mini-cylinder-vale-assembly-day-tripper-valve/ (https://www.bestfittings.co.uk/shop/airgun-charging-equipment/cylinder-accessories/mini-cylinder-vale-assembly-day-tripper-valve/)
Anyhoo, the plan was to put the fill valve on a CF 68 cu in 4500 psi paintball tank to use as a field tank. Small field tanks like this were going for a pretty chunk- nearly $400 at the time. Maybe the prices are lower now- not sure. I assembled this set up for under $300.
(https://i.imgur.com/kB9Z5qj.jpg)
I have a second valve assembly to make an even smaller travel tank for pistols. I think I'll use a 500cc 4500 psi CF tank. Or maybe a 48 cu in 4500 psi tank. Not quite sure yet. I'm leaning towards the buddy bottle though.
There is a push button bleeder valve, and it functions fine, not too stiff either. The line is short, so not too much wasted air when filling. You will have to get a quick connect with male threads though, so remember to add one when you order. I happen to have one in my parts bin, but I'll have to get one for the other valve assembly.
Overall, I like this little valve assembly. The field tank is much handier than the Great White I have (no, I'm not getting rid of it, I LOVE my Great White and am thinking of getting a second one!), and it was assembled for much less than what is available commercially. Not knocking them- this is just a cheaper option for those that have a way to fill your own tanks. I just thought y'all would like another option for air in the field.
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Nice lil set up.
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Nice lil set up.
Thank you!
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I have one of those too Tom, really handy if I just want to go and shoot a session in the backyard. The push button bleed is functional, but is a bit hard to push once pressurized. Makes a good loud PHFFF so be prepared! Was $120 shipped iirc.
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I have one of those too Tom, really handy if I just want to go and shoot a session in the backyard. The push button bleed is functional, but is a bit hard to push once pressurized. Makes a good loud PHFFF so be prepared! Was $120 shipped iirc.
Oh I know! ;D It startled me, since today was the first time using it... I don't find the button too hard to push, but considering there's 3k psi or so in the line, that's not unexpected. Yeah, it's $99 before shipping- but I think you're right- $120 with shipping. I think I might get a tank cover for it. Not sure yet. I wish those 500cc buddy bottle tanks were more popular in paintball, I'd like to get a neoprene tank cover for one, but no one makes it... I may just have to make my own.
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I think there is a kit that replaces the push button with a screw type bleed valve. Dang early onset arthritis giving me grief, so may be why it is hard to push for me. :-\
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I'm fine with the set up for now, but I just wish there were a gauge on the valve to show tank fill... That's about the only thing I'd change with this valve. Other than that, for the price its fine.
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Yes, agreed. It is cumbersome plugging the line and opening the valve, then pressing that button ;) but I am happy with it.