compressor help

[footprintsinconc]

i posted a thread a couple of weeks agos about compressor and the types, what do you think of this compressor at $280:

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...id=00916728000

vs

ridgids at $250

http://ridgid.com/Tools/OIL-FREE-AIR-COMPRESSOR

thanks for the help,

regards,

[sweensdv]

From the looks of the specs, the Craftsman looks like it will give you more options. If you don't plan on hauling your compressor around a lot the larger tank on the Craftsman is another plus but for mobility the Ridgid would be a good choice. One point to bear in mind is that in the past Craftsman/Sears have also misrepresented such things as HP and SCFM ratings so believe what you will as far as those go.

[LCHIEN]

I'd take the Craftsman in a minute.
You get the wheels, the much bigger tank, and the tools and accessories for $30 more.

I question the air flow capacity difference. The C'man rated at 6.4 vs.
5 for the Ridgid. But they both have about the same sized motor (2 HP vs 1.8). Which is right at the limit for typical 115V@15A operation.

Actual amperage and voltgae specs are lacking. I assume they both run off 115V at 15amps, maybe up to 20. If up to 20 you should check you circuit breaker.

Both of course could be pretty noisy but should be mainteneance free except for draining moisture.

The only advantage the Ridgid might have is if you need to save vertical space or be portable. The footprint will be about the same. OTOH, if you don't actually have to lift it, the wheels of the C'man might actually make it easier to move, IMO.