In the market for a new compressor

[Nozzle]

I have now found the useful limit of my Hunter 55 (Clarke, 2.5HP direct drive 50 litre) compressor and considering upgrading to something quieter! So that'll be a belt-drive job. Axminster seem to have a keenly priced unit though it's "only" an 8 bar unit http://www.axminster.co.uk/axminster-air-awbd30100-compressor I also came across this cheapie brand "Wolf Air" whose main website is a TV shopping channel. http://www.ukhs.tv/Workshop/Air-Com...essor-150-litre-Air-receiver-MWP-150psi-10BAR You get "a lot" of compressor for ya money, but is it a case of buy cheap buy twice - does anyone have any experience with this brand? I'll expect some bits to break on it, or need re-engineering but for the saving it's likely worth it providing none of the big ticket items need replacing. Machine Mart have issued me with a 15% off token, so their prices are a little more comparable.

Has anyone out there figured out the actual difference between all the machine mart compressor ranges? It looks like a load of duplication to me.

Nozzle

 

[foxhole]

Would be better posted in Tools and Materials forum.

 

[Norcon]

If you want to cut out the Chinese crap then go for Ingersoll Rand.
Something like the "Garage Mate".

 

[Burnerman]

It really does depend on what you need it for.....if its for windy tools, 14 CFM, 100 litre tank and 3HP motor is for you.
Your air line needs to be a minimum of 10mm internal diameter too.
At least with Machine Mart, you can get spares and accessories etc.
John