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If you ever shop at Home Depot, you’ve probably seen Husky brand tools and air compressors on display. They offer hand tools with a lifetime warranty, but they also offer power tools as well. These are generally made for home use, but you can bet that some contractors use Husky tools on a daily basis. …
Of all the many uses of an air compressor, one of the most common is tire inflation. Many homeowners would agree that this alone is reason enough to have a compressor on hand. But before you go out and buy a compressor for inflating your tires, you want to be sure you get a model …
When shopping for an air compressor, it’s important to know what kinds of tools you’ll be using with the compressor. This is how you determine whether a given compressor will be adequate for your needs. After all, not all compressors will provide enough airflow and/or pressure for every air tool. And some of the most …
An airbrush can be a valuable – if not indispensable – tool for craft painting or art projects. But one thing you need to use an airbrush is compressed air. Of course there are air compressors made specifically for airbrushing, but these can be pretty expensive. And if you already have a regular shop compressor …
Makita is a tool company that you’ve probably heard of before. They’ve been responsible for some impactful inventions that have brought convenience and innovation to the tool world. And while their air compressors aren’t the cheapest out there, they are considered some of the best and most reliable. So let’s dive in and tell you …
If you’re looking for a new compressor, or perhaps even your first one, you probably have a list of brands in mind. There are several well-known names in the business of making and selling air compressors. But just because a brand is well known doesn’t mean it’s good. And to take it a step further, …
Air compressors can be divided into two broad categories – oil-lubricated and oil-free. Oil-lubricated air compressors have been around longer and tend to be used most in industrial and professional settings. Oil-free compressors, on the other hand, are the type that most people have in their garages or tool sheds. But despite how common they …
If you’ve shopped around for an air compressor, you’ve probably seen the term “duty cycle” come up a time or two. The duty cycle rating is an important factor in terms of your compressor’s longevity and what you intend to use it for. But there’s a fair amount of confusion surrounding just what a duty …
There are many styles of air compressors to choose from on the market. They range in size from very small and portable to very large and stationary. With such a wide range of styles and sizes, it can be hard to know which is best for your needs. One of the most popular air compressor …
