Tools, Sharpening and Power Machinery - Westward DP5618 Air Compressor

ANny good - new seem to be about $800 - i can get a gently used one for $300 - i want to use air tools and spray with it ?

here are the specs



1-Stage



Westward
Cast-iron, oil-lubricated pumps.
80/20 duty cycle.



Thermally protected motors do not require a starter

Single Stage Compressor, Motor Running HP 5, Free Air CFM @ 90 PSI 15.8, @ Max Pressure 14.2, Volts 230, Phase 1, Amp Draw 21, Tank 60 Gal, Tank Type Vertical, FNPT Outlet 3/4 In, Maximum Pressure 140 PSI, Duty Cycle 80/20, Pump Type Cast Iron, Pump Oil Capacity 17 Oz, Splash Lubrication, Torxter Not Required, Thermal Protection, Stationary, For Shop or Maintenance Facility General Air Tool Operation, Length 23 In, Width 30 1/2 In, Height 71 In

Yes, that is a good unit for a great price...............I would jump on it!

Yes, that is a good unit for a great price...............I would jump on it!

got it - included a 100 ft reel of air hose too !

so it's full of water (2 pints maybe by the sound of the slosh !!!) - opening drain plug at bottom - doesn't drain it ? - any ideas ?

Does air come out when you open the plug? Trying to figure out if you might have a clog.

Open it slowly under pressure or with no pressure in the tank remove the drain valve.

Open it slowly under pressure or with no pressure in the tank remove the drain valve.

yes - i think you are right - i was opening the bleed with no air pressure - i am going to remove the whole valve and see.

I think i will do this mod - as it will be easier in the future - to get a drain pan under too !

Replacing An Air Compressor Drain With A Ball Valve For Easier Draining Of Water (http://www.hammerzone.com/archives/workshop/compressor/drain/ball_valve.htm)

That would be a good idea.
I would try though to make the horizontal run as short as possible.............A long nipple would make it very easy to knock off.