What to Consider While Buying Diesel Engine Air Compressor?

A portable diesel engine air compressor may be the product that you need. If you are looking for an efficient and reliable power source for your pneumatic and power tools on the field. Or if your job requires you to be constantly on-the-go. When faced with the decision to buy a portable air compressor that runs on a diesel engine. You often have to choose among used, refurbished, and brand new units. Regardless of your choice, always be sure to consider the following factors while buying a portable diesel air compressor:

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  1 Your needs

  2 PSI rating

  3 The experience and reputation of the retailer

  4 Buying a used product? Make sure it comes with the right documentation

  There are portable diesel engine air compressors specifically design for business or personal use. Consider how often you will use it, the types of equipment and tools it must run. Also, if multiple users will rely on it. Once you have considered these factors, look for a portable diesel air compressor with enough cubic feet per minute (CFM) to support the most demanding tools and the toughest applications. Continuous-use tools like grinders and sanders often require high CFM compared to an impact wrench or ratchet.

• PSI rating

  The higher the rating, the more air the tank has. Refer to the PSI rating when determining the best size of the portable diesel air compressor for your needs. Single-stage air compressors are usually rate at a maximum of 135 psi and use a single stroke to compress air, and two-stage compressors have a maximum 175 pis and use two strokes to compress air. Most pneumatic tools require 90 psi.

  

• The experience and reputation of the retailer

  Look up an established and reputable seller of new, refurbished, and used diesel air compressors and choose someone with years of experience in what they do. That way, you can trust their expertise to help you pick the right product based on your needs, budget, and application.

• Buying a used product? Make sure it comes with the right documentation

  If you are buying a refurbished or used portable diesel engine air compressor, make sure it has been fully tested, inspected, and guaranteed to still be in good working condition. Reputable retailers of used diesel air compressors can provide documentation of the unit’s operating hours, model year, and previous application conditions and the specifications, too.