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[avator]

Might even put a cover over the start switch that you have to flip open. Paint it bright red or yellow to remind you to turn on the water. Or you could put both on a power strip. Leave the pump turned on. When you turn on the power strip to be able to operate the compressor, the pump turns on.

[shultz]

For you guys/ gals that have the yong heng compressor, is there a way to hookup the water pump when you turn on the compressor? Just wish that the water pump  was inline  with the on off switch so I will not forget  to plug in the water pump?

Ken,

Several ways this could be done. Here's one that's dead simple.

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Just leave the compressor and pump plugged into the splitter. when you're ready to compress, plug the splitter in. Once done, unplug the splitter. This way, the pump will always be running when the splitter is plugged in, even if the compressor is switched off.

[Gertrude]

Ron.... don't forget your lost shooting time for taking the tanks to be filled... lol

Haha, true that, and the gas too, right ?
 But Tim did just recently move his shop which is much closer now (7.5 miles), and JoeB is also very close too.
 I have long wanted my own compressor, but current lack of funds will certainly not allow such a purchase. 
 after reading what you guys have been saying about this set-up,.... and with the current price drop to below $300, it sure has me thinking I may need to sell some stuff that doesn't get used very often.

 If I had a semi-portable compressor,
 there would really be no justification in having THREE 60 minute tanks, as well as my little guppy tank.
 I'm thinking if I sell one of the 60 minute tanks, and maybe a couple of my frankenguns, that would probably cover the costs of the compressor with all the filters/mods/upgrades.

Ron I have not noticed a significant increase on my electric bill and I use this compressor almost daily to fill the air cylinder on the gun.  If my electric bill was high I sure would notice it. Since owning this compressor since April, I had not have anything major go wrong the the compressor. I had minor issues such as the temp probe coming out of the head and replaced the gauge not returning back to zero. I would not hesitate to buy another as in my opinion the prices are starting to come down. I have a backup compressor an omega super charger that now sits in the corner of my workshop. I use it if I am filling scuba tanks from empty with this compressor is good for. Other than that , I use this compressor as it is compact doesn't weight as much as the omega and portable. I can top off scuba tanks guppy tanks and of course the airgun cylinder.
At the time I bought the omega, this compressor was not on the market. Paid $1900 for the omega 😳 That hurts. I could have saved $1500 by buying this and I would have bought it too late now. For me I would buy again😎

All good info here, Thanks !
All of my non-regged PCP's are 3000psi max/2500 sweet spot,.... (except for my bottled XS60c conversion), which is a 1500psi max fill. My regged guns are all bottled  22XX based "Franken-builds", so they also get a 3000 psi fill in the Ninja bottles.
 So that means my SCBA tanks basically never go down below 2000/1800 before getting topped off.

Keep the good info coming guys !
 It's stuff like this that makes this place a great place to learn.

looking forward to seeing results of costs using the Kill-A-Watt (Please, Please, Please)       

[gendoc]

For you guys/ gals that have the yong heng compressor, is there a way to hookup the water pump when you turn on the compressor? Just wish that the water pump  was inline  with the on off switch so I will not forget  to plug in the water pump?

ken,
liked we talked earlier, the switch contacts are at max rating when the compressor motor is operating. a pilot duty relay can be added in that loop to operate the pump through the relay contacts. its a simple circuit design..but care must be taken.
i can send you drawings for this upgrade and a pilot relay can be obtained through
your local radio-shack or even an appliance repair shop.
also note that a 120v hourmeter can run in parallel with the pump to give you operating hours.
thanks,
john

[Sprungout]

Ken, thanks for the piston ring durability test . The water pump only cools the cylinder, so worse case scenario a new cylinder/piston/rings. I'm guessing you probably did some ring damage at least, the water lines popped off from steam pressure...she was HOT. Keep an eye out for trouble reaching 4,500psi, excessive fill times, or tripping breakers.

[kzz1kaw]

Oh forgot to mention, the other day had a brain fart. Going inside to have lunch so I unplug the water pump while I take my lunch. After lunch I was filling a hatsan air cylinder that was i setting the regulator. I turn on the compressor. I have a flow indicator inline on the pump hose that spins to let me now that the pump is circulating the water. I forget to plug in the water pump and I didn't pay attention to the temp gauge. Compressor is filling the cylinder to 200 bar. I'm plinking while the cylinder is filling. I smell something was burning. I look over at the compressor and  realize I forgot to plug in the water pump. My cylinder did fill to 200bar. I look at the temperature gauge reading 100c😳 I plugged in the water pump and the lines blew right off in the compressor😳 I reconnect the hoses and this time the lines stay on. I felt the water and it was very hot so I replaced the water with fresh cool water. I watch the temp go down down to around 20c. I thought for sure I burn up the compressor. Thinking I did I was ready to buy another. the compressor cooled down, I turn on the compressor and water pump and filled the gun I was filling it to 200bar  no problem 😳 I'm still using the compressor.  This is one tough compressor 😳

Ken

Thanks for posting this story. When running these compressors, constantly watching them is key. Let this be a reminder for all of us.

[kzz1kaw]

Oh forgot to mention, the other day had a brain fart. Going inside to have lunch so I unplug the water pump while I take my lunch. After lunch I was filling a hatsan air cylinder that was i setting the regulator. I turn on the compressor. I have a flow indicator inline on the pump hose that spins to let me now that the pump is circulating the water. I forget to plug in the water pump and I didn't pay attention to the temp gauge. Compressor is filling the cylinder to 200 bar. I'm plinking while the cylinder is filling. I smell something was burning. I look over at the compressor and  realize I forgot to plug in the water pump. My cylinder did fill to 200bar. I look at the temperature gauge reading 100c😳 I plugged in the water pump and the lines blew right off in the compressor😳 I reconnect the hoses and this time the lines stay on. I felt the water and it was very hot so I replaced the water with fresh cool water. I watch the temp go down down to around 20c. I thought for sure I burn up the compressor. Thinking I did I was ready to buy another. the compressor cooled down, I turn on the compressor and water pump and filled the gun I was filling it to 200bar  no problem 😳 I'm still using the compressor.  This is one tough compressor 😳

Ken

Thanks for posting this story. When running these compressors, constantly watching them is key. Let this be a reminder for all of us.

Close call for sure😳

[kzz1kaw]

John I would like a drawing on how to wire it with the on/ off switch along with the hour meter. Wait until you get your compressor so you can have a look inside by removing the cover.

[gendoc]

John I would like a drawing on how to wire it with the on/ off switch along with the hour meter. Wait until you get your compressor so you can have a look inside by removing the cover.

will do, in the meantime, look for a 120vac coil relay with contacts rated around 5 amps or so. that has a fixed bracket mount as part of the relay housing. this is very small and similar to a bosch style automotive relay.
i can get you a supplier and part# tomorrow at work.
will let you know soon.
thanks,
john

[Mukilteo]

I got a note that shipping wasn't included in the offer I made so I cancelled the offer.

I've not received a response yet....

I had gone back to review my order because I forgot to mention I wanted a 110V plug and there was mentioned that free shipping wouldn't be available.
So go back and review your order with the shipper.

[shultz]

Just received a counter offer. $260 I pay shipping

I'll keep watching, sooner than later the prices will drop.

[kzz1kaw]

John/ bill what a great idea That away I won't forget to plug in the water pump👍🏾😎I think everyone who is using this compressor should do this to your compressor. Another thing to add is an inline water flow indicator that I bought on eBay. I don't remember who it was that was posting in this thread had a link to amazon an inline flow indicator. As you might know , I had a problem with the water pump that came with the compressor. I have had this compressor get hot but not near what it did the other day. For some reason the pump lost its prime? I simply took the pump out of the water plugit back in and it started pumping again. While I have the compressor on I can see the paddle wheel turning and I know for sure the pump is working except the other day. Had a brain fart😳 to be honest  this compressor has gotten hot twice. Good idea to have it on a strip and water flow indicator

[kzz1kaw]

John I would like a drawing on how to wire it with the on/ off switch along with the hour meter. Wait until you get your compressor so you can have a look inside by removing the cover.

will do, in the meantime, look for a 120vac coil relay with contacts rated around 5 amps or so. that has a fixed bracket mount as part of the relay housing. this is very small and similar to a bosch style automotive relay.
i can get you a supplier and part# tomorrow at work.
will let you know soon.
thanks,
john

John the power strip would be the simpler but I would interested adding an hour meter

[avator]

Man... If that thing got hot twice and is still plugging away it's a real trooper. I would certainly keep an eye one it. Make sure your not pumping oil into your guns.

[Jman2311]

Watching with great interest.
I did not make it ALL the way through this thread, but I did read the first 5 or 6 pages, and then the last 5 or 6 pages.

If you don't mind, would you guys be so kind as to save me from pages and pages of reading though all the sidebar stuff, and answer some questions for me ?

From what I can tell, it seems you guys that have these compressors, are pretty happy with them ?

 Has ANYONE had a serious mechanical failure with one yet ?
Yes, http://www.talonairgun.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=52&t=35895&start=220 This dude had one straight blow up. page 12.
 Has ANYONE had to do a rebuild/reseal yet ?
I have on mine.  Burst disk blew, on/off switch fail, rear motor mount broke in transit, on my 2nd set of 2nd stage rings... but it still works (sort of)  Currently I need to get another 18amp push button breaker so it will fill to a full 4500psi.  It trips at 3900-4000 right now due to a tired breaker.
I see that several of you have also added the Gold Colored filter from AliExpress,... and then MODIFIED the filters to perform better.
Havent used any auxillary driers yet.  Probably need to...
Is this proven to be working better for those of you who have done it ?
cant say if it works better but I have inspected the inside of my bottle twice since I got my compressor in april, I see no signs of corrosion.
  I bleed the HP side ever 2 minutes.
There was also some chatter about a Black filter on LOW pressure side. is this also proving advantageous ?

What other details of pertinent or critical info do I need to know ?
even though I have the tuxing, the inner workings are the same.  I have had several problems.  It's like a catch 22.  If you don't maintain it, you may have issues.  If you mess with it even to clean it, you may have issues.
Has anyone looked into feeding the input side with shop air pressure ? (100-125 psi) or is it even necessary ?
Haven't tested it but someone said they did and it couldn't do the job, even feeding it as low as 25 psi.  I'll try to find the source on that one since I am going off of the top of my head but I think it is in this thread
What is the total cost for those of you with the Compressor, Filters, Modifications, etc. ?

Has anyone hooked up a kill-a-watt meter to see what it costs to run one of these on the 110v ?
I haven't but I should have just gotten a 220V model.  I will likely get another on that is 220V.  Half the amps for the same power output.
 Won't make your power bill cheaper but I think the motor will have better longevity.
If everything is positive on these little compressors, I may have to put a few AG's, a Hill pump, and maybe even one of my (3) 60 min tanks, on the chopping block classifieds to fund one of these compressors ! ! !   


Thanks for any replies to my questions.

[kzz1kaw]

Bill I did check oil level and it is still full. I am going to change out the oil and see how it's looking. 10-4 on checking the black filter. Going to do that tomorrow.

[Bizill]

kzz1kaw, you have the flow meter and still ran it without flow???  As Scooby or Shaggy would say, "Zoiks"!  Hope your longevity doesn't take a hit.  Keep us all posted. 

I don't ever leave my compressor while it's running.  I sit next to it and bleed it every couple of minutes.  No, I don't stop the compressor to bleed, I just crack each bleed screw on mine and tighten it back up and keep on rockin' on. 

I did have a slow leak with my male to male foster fitting I use to fill through the fill whip on my tank from the fill whip from my Gold HP filter.  Actually, I think it's the Chinese female foster adapter rather than the male/male fitting.  Even still I filled my 2.17 liter tank from completely empty to 4500 psi in what, 23 minutes?  Lots of bleeding during the run to keep the moisture from getting out of control.

Hit the dude up on fleabay for $200 offer knowing it'd be declined but I wasn't serious anyway.  He came back with $260 and that would be shipped.  A whopping $8 off his auction price. 

[kzz1kaw]

Biz yeah it happened even with the flow meter. Sh#% happens when you have a brain fart😳 The compressor was right next to me on my the deck as I was sitting plinking away. A quick glance between shots i look at the gauge. It was towards the end of the 200 bar fill when I smelled something hot by then it was too late. Never say never as it can happen😳 The power strip is a great idea which I will use. From now on. For now the compressor is still pumping away. I will have to monitor the oil level and black filter more often. If she dies on me well I'll just buy another since the prices are dropping and keep this one for spare parts. I have to say this is a tough little compressor 😳

[kzz1kaw]

Pulled out the tampon in the black inline filter. A  dark discoloration from the input side none on the output side. I estimate 12 fills since the incident. I replaced the tampon with a new one. Changing the oil  before i start plinking and buying a power strip.

[avator]

To me this is kind of a confidence builder. I'm sorry you had to be the "lab rat" but it sounds like this little compressor can survive an (oops).
However... Since I was fortunate enough to have the AirMax Extreme MKII dropped in my lap (Thanks again for making that happen GTA), I'm looking at the portable 12v systems. Very compact and powered by your 12v vehicle batteries, whether it be your truck or 4-wheeler/atv/utv.... whatever. The also have an a/c adaptor for campground/cabin/home use. The price is up there but, like anything else, it will begin to come down soon enough.