The Porter-Cable C7550 80 Gallon Oil-Lube Air Compressor offers powerful 5.4 (running) HP and 175 PSI air pressure to run just about any kind of air tool. Air delivery is solid at 90 PSI - 12.9 at 175 PSI SCFM--meaning, less downtime waiting for the compressor to recharge and more time actually using your air tools. The C7550 not only boasts industrial-grade performance, but it also has many features that increase its durability and lifespan. The two-stage, oil lubricated Twin-V cast iron pump greatly increases lifespan and overall reliability, and the pump contains automotive-style pistons, rings, and connecting rods that help to extend the lifespan of the C7550.
With so many on offer these days, it is great to have a name you can trust. This item is certainly that and will be a perfect buy. The distributor have added some great touches and this equals great value.
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Design flaw?--2-23-2013 update edit
These are my initial thoughts when purchased 8-15-2007
-(review edited 2-23-2-13 below, to update and increase rating from 1 to 3 stars)
You can imagine my excitement to purchase this brand--
I was soon dissappointed.
From day one this compressor had a knocking rod noise-getting worse with pressure increase-
I also noticed quite a bit of oil in my serparator
I reported trouble -and it took 1 month to get a replacement pump.In the meantime, they had my pump on the bench at the shop.
The new pump had the same knocking noise-
I was told by the service man who disassembled my original unit, there was a large space between the rods, on the crankshaft end-they had been sliding back and forth and the pistons were slapping-
after 10 hours of use-there was 1/4" of metal shavings in the oil.
This is actually made by devillbiss--you will not even talk with a Porter Cable rep.
I was also told to repackage the old...
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Same as a devilbiss model with certified tank
Purchased only 3 weeks ago,works great. WEG 23amp motor and UnoAir full cast iron pump runs at 1200rpm and is a little loud but acceptable. The clear plastic oil sight glass on mine needed tightening but was easily readable. This compressor uses a single belt drive, no mag starter or finned after/inter coolers like more expensive models. There is only one air outlet at the top of the tank.
All this considered and with sale prices around $850 shipped this is a solid value for you gear-heads or the small/medium shop or garage. It appears to be well built to last a many, many years.
Update on compressor as of 9 18 08.
I have had this over 7 months. I did a lot of shop work and even restored and painted a car. Compressor is still working great with only 1 problem being the drive pulley came loose but was caught by the guard. It seems everything you buy these days needs an inspection before and again after some run time. I reassembled with a little lock-tite on the...
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4/04/08 I have been using c7550 compressor for a week now. I have had no problems yet. I bought it to use with my wood sander and nailers,it has no problem keeping up,and when it was delivered it had a big scratch in the tank,but it was not deep enough to hurt anything so I kept it. If I start having problems I will let you know. 4/27/08 still no problems. 8/8/08 still no problems. Today is 01/25/09 compressor still works like new. 4/04/09 The compressor is a year old today and still no problems. 8/01/09 been using the compressor hard for the last 3 months and no problems. The day i recieved the compressor i took the plug out from under the tank and put in a ball valve and extended it out from under the tank so it is easy to drain the water, i drain it every morning. 03/20/10 the compressor is almost 2yrs old now and still not a minutes trouble yet. 11/14/10 still runs and works like it did the day i got it. It is used every day. may 28,2011 still no problems,but have just about wore...
Product Features :
- High-powered air compressor with 175 PSI air pressure for consistent air flow
240 Volt capacitor start induction motor with manual thermal overload protection for easy restarts - Large 80 gallon tank keeps plenty of air on tap
- Air delivery at 40 PSI: 13.3 at 100 PSI SCFM; Air delivery at 90 PSI: 12.9 at 175 PSI SCFM
- Weighs 401 pounds
- Comes equipped with oil in the pump
Rating : 4.2
List Price : $1,920.76
