JimB
Member
Until now I have had a compressor without a tank so it was just used for shop cleanup and blowing up tires. I have bought a pancake compressor and will be getting some air tools for light work. In the instructions for the compressor it says I should add the following before the hose:
1. Ball shut off valve
2. Filter for dirt and condensation
3. Regulator to adjust air pressure to tool. This one really confuses me because I thought that was what the knob and gauge on the compressor did. Doesn't that just duplicate what I'm already adjusting?
So, my questions.
Do I really need all of the above?
Do I use quick connects for them or do I connect them differently such as with a 'permanent' coupling?
If you are still reading along, a couple more general questions.
Is there an advantage or disadvantage to the 1/4" hose vs 3/8" hose? I know they need to have the 1/4" connectors.
Do you drain the air from the tank at the end of every day or do you leave it pressurized if you are going to use it the next day.
Thanks for the help!
1. Ball shut off valve
2. Filter for dirt and condensation
3. Regulator to adjust air pressure to tool. This one really confuses me because I thought that was what the knob and gauge on the compressor did. Doesn't that just duplicate what I'm already adjusting?
So, my questions.
Do I really need all of the above?
Do I use quick connects for them or do I connect them differently such as with a 'permanent' coupling?
If you are still reading along, a couple more general questions.
Is there an advantage or disadvantage to the 1/4" hose vs 3/8" hose? I know they need to have the 1/4" connectors.
Do you drain the air from the tank at the end of every day or do you leave it pressurized if you are going to use it the next day.
Thanks for the help!