Compressor with no tank

[fishEH]

Thoughts on using a Viair(or similar) compressor by itself with tank for filling up tires?
Is it bad to run it for short periods with bo demand for air, basically dead-heading it?
I have a PUMA compressor with 2gal tank. Been thinking about divorcing the two and just mounting the compressor for filling tires, but want to damage it.
I also have a tiny, smaller than a Nalgene bottle size, tank I could plumb into it to run a pressure switch from but I'd rather not if I don't have to.

 

[PHeller]

No need for a tank. The Puma is essentially an ExtremeAir Magnum with a tank.

See my post for more details.

 

[ducktapeguy]

A lot of compressors come without tanks, but you'd probably want to use a flow through chuck instead of the standard self sealing valve found on most air chucks. Without a flow through chuck I imaging a 12V compressor would build pressure very quickly and damage seals or the motor unless they had some sort of pressure relief valve.

 

[Ducky's Dad]

Solution depends on whether you want to use your current compressor or get a new one. The ARB portables come with a pressure switch. The old (discontinued) big Warn compressors came with a pressure switch. I'm pretty sure that some of the current Viairs come with a pressure switch. Probably lots of other choices, too.

 

[Stumpalump]

Small compressors like my Viair 440 are slow. A tiny leak around the chuck makes a big difference. Ever since I got away from the cheap China chucks and installed this brass one my fill times have been dramatically reduced. This is the best free flow chuck and a major improvement to cheap leaky ones the compressors come with.
https://www.extremeoutback.com/product/62/Flow+Thru+Air+Chuck+(Open)+Part#+002-098.html

 

[fishEH]

Of course, a free flow Chuck!!! Ya know sometimes the answer is cheap and simple and right in front of your face; it just takes someone pointing it out.
Thanks guys!

I'd like that fancy ARB dual compressor but really can't justify the $500.

 

[JandDGreens]

I am a big advocate of my Large Smitty Built compressor ($159). It is rated the largest CFM (1/3 H.P. or 5.65 cfm.) than any other compressor in it's class. It is built like a tank too. I am sure a person could hard mount it into a rig, But I like that it is portable and I can easily loan it to another rig to air their tires up while I through my disconnects back on.

 

[kmlacroix]

I am a big advocate of my Large Smitty Built compressor ($159). It is rated the largest CFM (1/3 H.P. or 5.65 cfm.) than any other compressor in it's class. It is built like a tank too. I am sure a person could hard mount it into a rig, But I like that it is portable and I can easily loan it to another rig to air their tires up while I through my disconnects back on.

I have one of these also. works fine.

 

[LandCruiserPhil]

I have run a PUMA in my 80 series for 10 trouble free years so it was a no=brainer what to use for our LX470. With the LX all I needed/wanted was air and no air tools. So I divorced the factory PUMA set up and went with a 100% live PUMA compressor only with zero controls.

 

[RoyJ]

I am a big advocate of my Large Smitty Built compressor ($159). It is rated the largest CFM (1/3 H.P. or 5.65 cfm.) than any other compressor in it's class. It is built like a tank too. I am sure a person could hard mount it into a rig, But I like that it is portable and I can easily loan it to another rig to air their tires up while I through my disconnects back on.

While it's a nice compressor, the ratings are highly inflated (no pun intended). My buddy has one, and at best it's equal to my Puma (1.3 cfm @ 90 psi).

Puma is best bang for the buck, in terms of performance, duty cycle, and longevity. You get a quality compressor, plus tank, plus regulator, plus industry standard hose fitting, for $230.

The next step up would be the ARB twin or Extremeaire Magnum. Despite similar looks, the Magnum more than double as powerful as the Puma - 2.6 cfm @ 100 psi vs 1.3@90. With double the amp draw...

 

[TernOverland]

another vote for Puma

 

[MOguy]

My inexpensive little MV-50 has served me well for years. But if you want to run one on a converter this is a portable compressor I use. It is pretty fast but takes 9.5 amps to run. It does have a small tank. I got it on sale at lowes for about $75.00.

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Fini-1-2-Gallon-Portable-135-PSI-Electric-Hot-Dog-Air-Compressor/50385522

•Includes: one 25-ft air hose and one 25-ft inflation hose
•Use only UL approved grounded 3-prong outlet
•Steel tank construction for strength
•Delivers 135 PSI max pressure and 1.7 SCFM at 90 PSI, ideal for fast compressor recovery time, only 15 seconds
•Premium air hose with industrial quick-connect fittings, ideal for general purpose applications around the worksite
•Built-in inflation hose allows for quick inflation of car and truck tires
•On-board storage for air hose, power cord, and accessories
•Compact size and lightweight is ideal for projects on any level
•Includes 2 year limited warranty

 

[LandCruiserPhil]

My inexpensive little MV-50 has served me well for years. But if you want to run one on a converter this is a portable compressor I use. It is pretty fast but takes 9.5 amps to run. It does have a small tank. I got it on sale at lowes for about $75.00.

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Fini-1-2-Gallon-Portable-135-PSI-Electric-Hot-Dog-Air-Compressor/50385522

•Includes: one 25-ft air hose and one 25-ft inflation hose
•Use only UL approved grounded 3-prong outlet
•Steel tank construction for strength
•Delivers 135 PSI max pressure and 1.7 SCFM at 90 PSI, ideal for fast compressor recovery time, only 15 seconds
•Premium air hose with industrial quick-connect fittings, ideal for general purpose applications around the worksite
•Built-in inflation hose allows for quick inflation of car and truck tires
•On-board storage for air hose, power cord, and accessories
•Compact size and lightweight is ideal for projects on any level
•Includes 2 year limited warranty


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What are you powering with?

 

[MOguy]

What are you powering with?

I use it home and take it with me where I know I will have electric. I use an MV50 in my vehicle.