steve_connell@ingerrand.com on fri 18 jul 97
Jeff:
Saw your note on air compressors and just wanted to offer Nancy the
web address of I-R air compressors http://www.air.ingersoll-rand.com.
The site doesn't have prices, but it does have a zip code search for
your nearest distributor and a list of used equipment.
Steven Connell
Webmaster
Ingersoll-Rand
Susan Cline on sun 6 jun 10
Thank you Larry, for explaining that. As I said, I don't know much of
anything about compressors and I was hoping someone like you would
elucidate. I'm glad I didn't let myself fall for the offer.
Sue Cline
Cincinnati, OH
On Jun 6, 2010, at 10:40 PM, Larry Kruzan wrote:
> That compressor will work to fill a low tire or
> basketball,.....................
>
> Larry Kruzan
> Lost Creek Pottery
> www.lostcreekpottery.com
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>
>
> -
Larry Kruzan on sun 6 jun 10
That compressor will work to fill a low tire or basketball, but it is WAAAY
to small for any spraying except for an airbrush. Even then it will run
continuously, loudly and hot. A headache in a box.
To spray a even coat of any finish (glaze in our case), you need a
compressor with a tank that is large enough to dampen out the pulse from th=
e
pump. The larger tank will also allow the person spraying to keep spraying
longer before draining the tanks pressure. Forcing you to stop working unti=
l
the pressure recovers.
Our glazes are not as fussy as paints are but a constant pressure is a must=
.
A pressure regulator is a requirement - I don't see one with this kit so yo=
u
will need to buy one - cost is around $30.
The bigger a compressor tank is - the less amount of time the pump has to
run. The smaller a pump is, the faster it will run - the faster it runs, th=
e
quicker it will wear out. A small pump like this just might be worn out in =
a
couple glaze sessions.
If you want some suggestions about what to look for, here goes;
Minimum 30 gallon tank, I use a 60 gallon. I think high speed oil-less
compressors are a waste of money. Buy a two cylinder compressor pump - the
cast iron pumps will outlast the aluminum pumps by a big range - mine is 15
years old. Make sure you have oil on hand and check the oil level often. Bu=
y
a good pressure regulator, price is a indicator. A 1/4" rubber air hose has
very good flexibility and will be less tiring during a long glaze session.
I'm very happy to talk about spray guns if this heads that way.
Larry Kruzan
Lost Creek Pottery
www.lostcreekpottery.com
-----Original Message-----
From: Clayart [mailto:Clayart@LSV.CERAMICS.ORG] On Behalf Of Susan Cline
Sent: Sunday, June 06, 2010 2:53 PM
To: Clayart@LSV.CERAMICS.ORG
Subject: Air compressor
In view of the current discussion about spraying glaze and air
compressors, I just wanted to note that there is -- NOW, 3:50 p.m.
EDT, USA -- a Campbell Hausfeld small 100 PSI air compressor available
for $46 under Amazon "Today's Deals." This will expire in just over an
hour, so if anyone is interested, take a look.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BOCBAM/ref=3Dxs_gb_A2APGCO6RR0Z3W?_encoding=3D=
UTF8&
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I don't know much about air compressors, but would be interested in
hearing opinions of the pros on the list.
Sue Cline
Cincinnati, OH
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Susan Cline on sun 6 jun 10
In view of the current discussion about spraying glaze and air
compressors, I just wanted to note that there is -- NOW, 3:50 p.m.
EDT, USA -- a Campbell Hausfeld small 100 PSI air compressor available
for $46 under Amazon "Today's Deals." This will expire in just over an
hour, so if anyone is interested, take a look.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BOCBAM/ref=3Dxs_gb_A2APGCO6RR0Z3W?_encoding=3D=
UTF8&smid=3DATVPDKIKX0DER&pfRdReplace=3D1
I don't know much about air compressors, but would be interested in
hearing opinions of the pros on the list.
Sue Cline
Cincinnati, OH
Murry Gans on fri 11 jun 10
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I have this air compressor and like it. I only spray underglazes and clear=
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glaze with an inexpensive airbrush and it works just fine. Yes=3D2C it is=
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compressor since I am only a hobbiest potter. The noise you will get used =
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to since you will be using it outside anyway. As for vibrations I can't fi=
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gure out what problem is. The hose is long and dampens out all vibrations=
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. It is not an issue. One problem is that it comes with a semi-rigid coil=
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ed air hose that is terrible. I replaced it with a much better flexible ho=
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se from Lowe's.
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I would say that if you can afford a better compressor buy it. But for occ=
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asional work on a small scale this little compressor is just fine.
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> Date: Sun=3D2C 6 Jun 2010 15:52:54 -0400
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> Subject: Air compressor
> To: Clayart@LSV.CERAMICS.ORG
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