Makita Air Compressors http://aircompressorsreview.com/store/categories/3/makita-air-compressors/1.html Makita Air Compressors Makita MAC700 The Hotdog 12.4 Amp 2 Horsepower 2.6 Gallon Oiled Single Hotdog Compressor
This one's a bit of a paradox: The do-it-yourselfer might pass by this compressor in favor of an oil-free, no-maintenance model, but it's actually one of the best on the market for the homeowner, hobbyist and weekend warrior.

There are three factors that made us form this opinion. First, it's the quietest compressor we've ever encountered. It's a remarkable departure in a genre of tools that normally force you to suspend conversation while it's cycling. The MAC700 puts out 80 decibels, according to the folks at Makita, and when you compare that to the 90 and up you get from most units, that's practically a hum. So we like this for household use, especially in a basement shop.

Next on our list of pluses for the DIY-er is the low-amp draw, and with that, fewer trips to the breaker box and less chance of premature motor failure. The other feature that won us over is the easy-on-the-hand lever handle ball valve that saves your knuckles when you drain the tank. It's also got a really fast cycle, so by the time you take a sip of water, you're ready to work again.

It's made like a champ, with a roll-bar handle that protects your investment, a cast-iron cylinder for durability and an oil sight glass that makes maintenance a breeze.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste

What's in the Box
Oiled single hot dog compressor with handle; 1/4-inch brass Makita universal coupler


Price=$159.94
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CFM at 90 PSI: 4.2, Max. PSI: 130, Volts: 115, Amps: 12.3, HP: 2.5, Air Tank Size (gal.): 4.2, Tank Description: Twin-Stack, Pump: Single phase, cast iron cylinder, oil-lubricated, Portable or Stationary: Portable
Price=$248.00
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Power and performance to run two framing nailers. Contractor air compressor features a low profile for easy storage (with handle folded), rugged wheels for jobsite portability, cast iron cylinders, industrial air filter, thermal overload protection and more. CFM at 90 PSI: 6.9, Max. PSI: 140, Volts: 115, Amps: 13.8, HP: 3, Air Tank Size (gal.): 5.2, Tank Description: Horizontal, Pump: Cast iron cylinder, oil-lubricated, Air Outlet Size (in.): 3/8, Portable or Stationary: Portable
Price=$339.99
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High output compressor with cast iron pump, Big Bore cylinder and piston, combined with greater bore and stroke, delivers maximum performance. Brad nailer uses standard 18-gauge brads from 5/8in. to 2in. CFM at 90 PSI: 3.3, Max. PSI: 130, Volts: 115, HP: 2, Air Tank Size (gal.): 2.6, Tank Description: Horizontal, Pump: Cast iron cylinder, oil-lubricated, Air Outlet Size (in.): 5/8, Portable or Stationary: Portable
Price=$518.00
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Price=$346.00
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This Makita 2-horsepower oilless compressor is a serious tool that lends itself to operating in a variety of conditions with little maintenance. Oil-free operation means no daily oil checks, no oil changes, and no worrying about making sure it's placed on a perfectly level surface before going to work.

We like this tool's simple yet rugged construction. Dual air tanks hold 8.3 cfm at 40 psi, and they are situated in a way that seems to help the tool maintain steady balance. Along with the tanks, the pump, motor, on/off switch, air regulator, and gauges are encased in a roll cage to withstand the hard knocks job sites can deliver. The well-balanced motor is made of lightweight aluminum that dissipates heat quickly and efficiently. The compressor boasts a quick nine-second recovery time, which is the time the motor must run to fully recharge the air supply in the tanks. In other words, it's plenty fast enough to nail sheathing without letting up. If you're searching for an easily transportable, dependable source of air for pneumatic tools, this could be your saving breath. --Justin Paul
Price=$558.00
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