PCP Compressor???

[txrpls]

Congrats on the AV!  I really like mine.  "If you are not making mistakes, you are not doing anything".

Thanks, Seems like a really well-built machine. Already thinking about adding an hour meter and an automatic drain valve. Just can't leave it alone.

[triggertreat]

Congrats on the AV!  I really like mine.  "If you are not making mistakes, you are not doing anything".

Thanks, Seems like a really well-built machine. Already thinking about adding an hour meter and an automatic drain valve. Just can't leave it alone.

Yes, it is a well-built machine and I like the dead head, adapters, filters and parts kit that is included.  I put an hour meter on mine, but mainly just use my phone timer and take notes.  I added the molecular sieve from PA, but can't really tell much difference.  I did have a burst disc to blow out after approximately 4 hours of use.  It was noneventful and there where a few extras in the parts kit. It is very simple to swap out and I have not had any issues since.

I don't really see the need for an auto drain.  It tops off a 88 CF tank from 3000 to 4500 in 20 minutes.  I manually drain every 5-10 minutes while monitoring.  This way I can control how much air is released and can possibly reduce compressor runtime.

[txrpls]

I don't really see the need for an auto drain.  It tops off a 88 CF tank from 3000 to 4500 in 20 minutes.  I manually drain every 5-10 minutes while monitoring.  This way I can control how much air is released and can possibly reduce compressor runtime.

You are probably right but seemed like another project that might be fun. Did you use one of the vibration meters or did you wire an hour meter into the machine? Also, have you added a high side filter as well?

[triggertreat]

Vibration meter.  No, I'm just using the supplied filter.  I notice, at least in these cooler temperatures, that the only real moisture I see when manually purging is when the warmer compressed air hits the cooler metal parts of the compressor in the first 5 minutes of operation.  After a little runtime, a lot less to none to speak of.

[txrpls]

FYI: I just received the AV dry air intake filter add-on. In the manual, there is an all-caps note that states,"keep the filter off the compressor while in use. Vibration from the compressor can break the media into small particles that can clog the filter hose and damage the internals of your compressor." I may be sending mine back. I have the compressor on a cart and now I am afraid to leave the filter on the cart because of this note.

[Doug Wall]

"I notice, at least in these cooler temperatures, that the only real moisture I see when manually purging is when the warmer compressed air hits the cooler metal parts of the compressor in the first 5 minutes of operation.  After a little runtime, a lot less to none to speak of."
There is the same amount of moisture. It's just going into your tank/gun to condense there.

[triggertreat]

"I notice, at least in these cooler temperatures, that the only real moisture I see when manually purging is when the warmer compressed air hits the cooler metal parts of the compressor in the first 5 minutes of operation.  After a little runtime, a lot less to none to speak of."
There is the same amount of moisture. It's just going into your tank/gun to condense there.

No, not true.  This is water I purge before the HP filter.  No water is going into the tank.

[Weiand]

I went with

Air Venturi Air Compressor, Electric, 4500 PSI/310 Bar, 110V
with
Benjamin Carbon Fiber Tank, 90 cu in, Gauge, Hose w/Female Quick-Disconnect  (4500 psi max)

Keeps my Benjamin Marauder PCP Air Rifle, Synthetic Stock .22  QUICKLY filled all the time.

I've not had it long, so as far as how long it will last etc., I'm not sure.
But really, with proper care no reason it won't last as long as my shop compressor has.
Quick fill time for tank and gun to me, seems like less run time, less run time should equal less "wear"

[txrpls]

Woot! First 4500 fill with the AV. I'm really pumped up!