Air compressors are very popular tools these days. In fact, air compressors are becoming more popular than electric tools. This surge in popularity means prices are being slashed – and that means that consumers reap all the benefits. One of the biggest advantages that air compressor tools have is that there is no internal engine. Electric tools, however, have a built in motor and weight much more than do the lighter compressor tools.
Air compressor power tools are much faster than electric tools, capable of more torque and faster RPM’s. Any job you do with an air tool will be faster than if you tackle that same job with an electric tool.
If air compressor tools are properly maintained, they can last a very long time and are fairly indestructible. Unlike electric tools, there is no engine to burn out. Maintenance for compressor tools is basically restricted to oiling. Another advantage air power tools have is that they don’t overheat. Changing tools is easy enough – you simply use a special tool called a quick coupler.
Now there are many types and sizes of air compressors, ranging from mini air compressors to industrial sized compressors. For actual types of compressors, you can choose between rotary screw air compressors, gas air compressors, and electric air compressors.
As for the actual air compression tools, there are many. Probably the two most popular tools are the inflation kit and impact wrench. The inflation kit allows you to inflate various objects – tires, mattresses, toys, balls, etc. The impact wrench is used for construction purposes. It’s good for tightening and loosening bolts. The blow gun is another useful tool – great for cleaning grime from harder to reach areas.
Some other useful air compressor tools are the air nail gun, the sandblaster, and the air hammer.
Air nailers are a very efficient way of nailing drywall or shingles. Sandblasters are good for removing paint or rust. A lot of sandblasters have a conversion kit that allows them to double as a power washer. The air hammer is good for masonry work or chiselling.
There are a wide variety of tools you can use with air compressors.
The best place to buy air compressors is online. Take a look at some of the large online retailers to see what sort of prices is offered. The prices will vary depending on the size and type of the compressor, but you can often find air compressors for sale for cheap.