Altaros compressor booster mini review

[GLPalinkas]

I've been following this thread and think I have the main points but I do have a question for the gurus.

Is there a way to test the output of the booster to determine if the pre-input filters are doing the job (besides the desiccant color).

What I mean is, can I dump air into some container (much like filling an pcp airtube) that can identify water in the system before I actually put it in my gun? Maybe holding the filled cf bottle upside down and opening the valve with the hose pointed at a wall or some similar procedure?

[KnifeMaker]

Hum, don't know. I do know that if the cf bottle is a SCBA there is a two inch pipe in the valve that protuded into the bottle to prevent exactly that.  so no, holding it upside down won't work, until the pipe is removed.

It is there to prevent any water entering the breathing line of a fire fighters mask. And they use the bottles up side down. 

I removed the tube, and pre purge my bottles in exactly this way. As if there is any water,it will appear as a cloud of mist if cracked open quickly and shut quickly. HOLD the end of the fill line if you do this. !!!!!!!!!! 

Knife

[GLPalinkas]

Hum, don't know. I do know that if the cf bottle is a SCBA there is a two inch pipe in the valve that protuded into the bottle to prevent exactly that.  so no, holding it upside down won't work, until the pipe is removed......

Knife

Does anyone know if there is a similar pipe in a steel scuba tank or a Benjamin 90ci cf tank?

[KnifeMaker]

Gary, I would not think so. a SCUBA tank isn't used up side down like a SCBA bottle, so a water intake prevention tube would have no reason to be there, as it would not do anything to prevent water intake in the air stream. The Bengi tank, is not a breathing air tank, so again, it would serve no purpose.

Knife

[cilami]

Gary, I would not think so. a SCUBA tank isn't used up side down like a SCBA bottle, so a water intake prevention tube would have no reason to be there, as it would not do anything to prevent water intake in the air stream. The Bengi tank, is not a breathing air tank, so again, it would serve no purpose.

Knife

Some scuba valves have dip tubes and some don't. The dip tube is there to prevent any particles in the tank from getting into the regulator when the diver is head down. Easy to remove/install.

[KnifeMaker]

Thanks, Now we know! 


I blew a seal somewhere in the altaros last night, It is listed in the troubleshooting guide, but not in the exploded drawing. So I have a Email into them for guidance.
It was my fault entirely, as I didn't follow proper shutdown procedures. GRRRRR!.  It is not covered in the manual, but is shown on the vids. Sometimes I get tired,and just don't pay attention!

Knife

[GLPalinkas]

Some scuba valves have dip tubes and some don't. The dip tube is there to prevent any particles in the tank from getting into the regulator when the diver is head down. Easy to remove/install.

Ok thanks for the heads up guys.

Knife, keep us posted on the repair options....

[DocMortal]

Hiya knife sorry to hear about your pending repair. I just ran mine 3 hrs a few days ago still loving it.. I just added another stage dessicant filter for a total of 3 stages. Super dry air for sure

What is the procedure for shutdown? I just bleed the air and put it away. Also seen all the Altaros vids. But I dont want to miss anything if you got extra info. Thanks Buddy

[KnifeMaker]

Doc, I was so tired when I was shutting down the shop, that I don't have a clue what I did wrong. But I knew it was wrong at the time. LOL!

Went back out the shop a few minutes ago, and found that it had blown the clear line going from low-side to Hi-side.  Re installed line, and thought, this should be fine! . Uh, no. meter on side not showing any movement at all. and no air to tank. Found no leaks, so obviously blew a seal somewhere.

The kit comes with a hi-side seal, and requested a full kit with it, but they did not send a low-side seal.  Hope like H that it is not the low-side seal. I don't' feel like waiting a week to repair it. And--------I have a new Atlon Argos First Focal Plane 6x24x50mm that is supposed to be here tomorrow. Grrrrrrr!!! Was really looking forward to trying it out.

The compressor filled to 4500 and stopped. I had it set to 4700 psi with their permission. We'll see what happens as customer service is everything. Especially at such long distances.  . 

Knife

[DocMortal]

If you find the bad oring you can size it. I think its theoringstore.com just need some calipers to measure it.

Just throwing an idea out there something i would do.

Keep us updated bud...

[straightshooter]

Could a high pressure check valve be installed in the Altaros unit to guard against this kind of mishap? Knife any way you could post pics? Hope it is a easy fix.

[KnifeMaker]

Well Guy's, panic averted. LOL!!!

The clear/white tube was partly out of a fitting, as I did not push it in enough. Additionally, the fitting was loose and I tightened it.

In an email back from Michal at Altaros, he said NOT to tighten it over finger tight, and then 1/8th turn more. If over tight, it will prevent the valve from operating.

Michal J. At Altaros answered all questions quickly, and precisely, with clear instructions.

Actual Customer service in this day and age! I very much appreciate such professionalism and common courtesy, in today's world.

Knife

[oldpro]

Your not kidding. Customer service is not what is use to be and it's refreshing to know there are still companies that care. I bought one to test but it's still setting in it's box and will likely stay there a while sadly. It does look well made though

[KnifeMaker]

OLDPRO

Your Getting that same type of reputation your self!

If I were not disabled,(with the usual drain of finances this incurs) I would have been fighting to be one of the very first in line for one of your creations. Had the game plan to get one all figured out, until the Gov'mnt  was kind enough to step in and cut benefits! Grrrrr!!!

Knife

[zoominx55]

Got an email from Altaros on Tuesday saying the booster was expected to ready to ship in 14 - 17 days.

Got an email this morning (Thursday) saying my booster was ready to ship. They increased the prices by $10 to add a connector. From the included picture it looks like a male foster to male foster that goes in the female foster output hose. Possibly for filling to tanks that have a female foster quick disconnect only.

Paypal invoice received and sent. Looks like I might get to stop pumping before Christmas!

[Scubajeeper]

Me too!

[KnifeMaker]

Congrats Zoo! You're gonna Love it!!!

I use mine near daily, and it runs like a Swiss Watch!

Knife

[KnifeMaker]

Man, this Altaros is like the energizer bunny. It just keeps going and going. I love that I can walk off and it will stop on its own, and if any small leaks are present it will turn its self on and maintain the pressure indefinitely. Just really impressed with this unit. Very Impressed!!! 

[Scubajeeper]

The more you post about it, the longer my wait gets😩. Knife, you and Hoot are the main reasons I ordered one. My shooting buddy just got an F 10, but I decided to go with the Altaros, it just seemed like the better option. I've got my pipe loop dryer built and my dman filter will be here tomorrow. My 45 minute Scba has about 4000 in it according to the Joe b gauge, that should last me until it gets here.

[KnifeMaker]

Congrats Sir!

I wish 4000 psi would last me more than maybe 30 min' on the bench. I fill to slightly over 4500 psi, and shoot down to 3800 before filling.This will usually last me for a couple of hours of shooting slowly.

The .257 really likes its air!

For the first time, I can shoot for a couple of hours, attach the bottle to the Altarose, and go in for lunch or breakfast.
With my old Shoe Box, I was done for the day.
But with the Altaros, when I come back, I'm back at the bench again! WOO-HOO!!!

No baby sitting, or worrying I missed something. Just eat, relax for a little bit, and enjoy shooting again. No worries. No Stress!!!

Knife