Brand | DEWALT |
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Voltage | 120 Volts |
Recommended Uses For Product | Nailing |
Power Source | 120 Volts |
Noise Level | 78 dB |
Special Feature | Silent Operation, Portable |
Included Components | Manufactuered Brand Product |
Item Weight | 80 Pounds |
Maximum Power | 1.6 Horsepower |
Capacity | 4.5 Gallons |
Color | Factory |
Product Dimensions | 33.5"L x 23"W x 15"H |
Style | portable |
Air Flow Capacity | 5 Cubic Feet Per Minute |
Motor Horsepower | 1.6 Horsepower |
Model Name | GID-298478 |
Manufacturer | DEWALT |
Part Number | GID-298478 |
Item Weight | 80 pounds |
Item model number | GID-298478 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Special Features | Silent Operation, Portable |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | One Year Free Service Contract, One Year Warranty |
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Brand | DEWALT |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Recommended Uses For Product | Nailing |
Power Source | 120 Volts |
Noise Level | 78 dB |
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- 225 PSI max tank storage pressure provides a user with 80% more usable air than the industry leader; Tool Length : 33.5 inches
- 5.0 SCFM at 90 PSI allows the compressor to recover quickly after its initial tank charge is exhausted
- vertical stand feature and collapsible handle allows a user to save space by transporting or storing the compressor in a vertical position
- 78 dBA operational noise level for a quieter work environment
- HORSEPOWER: 1.6 HP
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ASIN | B000HZJLV2 |
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4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #500,942 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #390 in Portable Air Compressors |
Date First Available | July 2, 2004 |
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Vertical stand feature and collapsible handle allows user to save space by transporting or storing the compressor in a vertical position. 5. 0 SCFM (standard cubic feet per minute) @ 90 psi (pounds per square inch) allows the compressor to recover quickly after its initial tank charge is exhausted. 78 dB (decibel) operational noise level for a quieter work environment. Efficient high pressure technology allows for longer pump and motor life. Oil-free, maintenance free pump for convenient use. Efficient high pressure motor allows the compressor to be run with an extension code (12 gauge or heavier, 50 ft. or less) due to consistent amp draw requirement of the compressor. High flow coupler allows for maximum nailer performance. Metal console panel provides a display area as well as protects the gauges, couplers, and regulator. High flow coupler allows for maximum nailer performance. 2" gauges allow for an easy to read surface. 1 year limited . Vertical stand feature and collapsible handle allows user to save space by transporting or storing the compressor in a vertical position. This product is manufactured in United States. This product meets customer requirement.
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DEWALT built the D55146 Heavy Duty 4.5 Gallon, 225 PSI, Heavy Duty Hand Carry Compressor with Wheels is quiet, efficient and solidly built; constructed to withstand harsh jobsite conditions. Its dual connections allow users to simultaneously operate up to 3 framing nailers or 2 roofing nailers. This versatile compressor is useful to both small framing carpenters & remodelers and large trim carpenter crews & remodelers alike. The unique, patented high efficiency motor and high pressure pump provide a maximum pressure of 225 PSI with 5.0 SCFM @ 90 PSI so you never lose pressure. The D55146 is convenient, with an oil free, maintenance free pump and is easy to move & store with pneumatic wheels. It’s the perfect compressor to choose if you need a lot of power and a low maintenance tool.
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The D55146 is a heavy-duty, 225 PSI, 4.5 gallon, 120 volt electric, hand-carry with a mobility kit that is built to stand up to the toughest conductions on a jobsite. The D55146 produces the air necessary to support up to three framing nailers or two roofing nailers simultaneously. Additionally, the innovative design of the unit provides professional contractors with increased durability and versatility. Designed for small framing crews, trim carpenters, deck builders and remodelers, the D55146 is built to handle the most demanding nailing and stapling applications such as sheathing and decking but, is versatile enough to handle the needs of a large trim carpenter crew, or remodeler. The D55146 features DeWALT patented high efficiency motor and high pressure pump that allows users to take advantage of the additional performance provided by 225 PSI, while at the same time allowing a user’s productivity to be enhanced by a pump that produces 5.0 SCFM (Actual) @ 90 PSI and results in a quick compressor recovery time.
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Maneuverability | 4.4 | 4.5 | — | 4.5 | 4.4 |
Portability | 4.4 | 4.5 | — | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Noise level | 4.2 | 3.6 | — | 3.7 | 4.1 |
Light weight | — | 5.0 | — | 4.4 | 4.4 |
Sold By | — | Fleet Tool | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
capacity | 4.5 gallons | 6 gallons | 60 gallons | 6 gallons | 1 gallons |
power source | 120 Volts | Corded Electric | electric-powered | electric, Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
air flow capacity | 5 cubic feet per minute | 2.6 cubic feet per minute | 18.5 cubic feet per minute | 2.6 cubic feet per minute | 0.75 cubic feet per minute |
voltage | 120 volts | 120 volts | — | 0 volts | — |
maximum power | 1.6 horsepower | 0.2 horsepower | 5 horsepower | 0.2 horsepower | — |
noise level | 78 decibels | — | — | 78.5 decibels | 69 decibels |
model name | GID-298478 | C2002-ECOM | C5160V1 MA | CMEC6150K | D55140 |
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Customers like the size, noise, quality and portability of the air compressor. For example, they mention it's quiet, easy to move around and the best compressor for portability. They also like the pressure capacity, value, and power. That said, some complain about the damage it gets.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the air compressor. They mention that it performs without a hitch for all uses, is very pleased with its performance, and is a very solid product. Some say that the valve on the bottom of the tank works easily and closes tightly. Overall, most are happy with the performance and durability of this garage compressor.
"...Still running strong. The motor and pump make the same low pitch hum as before. More importantly, the tank pressurize in about the same time...." Read more
"...I did use the compressor once to run a nailgun, and it worked pretty well. Not as quiet as some, but certainly not as noisy as others...." Read more
"...Worked like a charm. Plenty of air to remove all 5 lugs and then some...." Read more
"...The weight of the compressor indicates that it is made of abundant amounts of steel and is not a problem ordinarily since it has wheels that allow..." Read more
Customers like the portability of the air compressor. They say it's easy to move around, has an ergonomic handle that makes moving it around effortless, and is compact. The wheels make it convenient to get around, and it'll store upright. Some customers also mention that it'd be easy for one person to move about by themselves.
"...Although this machine weighs in over 80 lbs, it is easy to move and roll around with the handle provided...." Read more
"I like the fact that this compressor can store upright, but the listing had mislead me because the compressor has two 3-in-1 couplers that only..." Read more
"...The compressor is very mobile but the black handle used to roll the compressor doesn’t lock in the extended position so you can’t push the unit, you..." Read more
"...The unit is also heavy, weighing 80lbs. But it is surprisingly well balanced, not much worst than lifting my twin tank "cube"...." Read more
Customers like the noise level of the air compressor. They say it's quieter than most, easy to move, and does not take up much space.
"...When I turned the unit on I was struck by how quiet it was. Much more so than any other oil-less compressor I've had...." Read more
"...This compressor is the most quiet I have heard. I can stand next to it and carry on a conversation easily, really impressive...." Read more
"...But, this DeWalt can be operated on a 15amp line. Also, the compressor is much quieter and has a higher tank pressure..." Read more
"...Don’t get me wrong, the unit seems good In other aspects; powerful, quiet, good regulator control, etc...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the air compressor. They mention that it is worth the money, has great features for the price, and is a great buy. Some say that the unit is fairly quiet and does not disappoint.
"...The valves sit on a replaceable gasket. It is not expensive either.5) The gauges and outlet are connected to a casted manifold...." Read more
"Not as advertised!!! Received pneumatic vs. foam non-flat tires. Great price, but was shipped an early/old model before before DEWALT redesigned and..." Read more
"...I feel like they are a great value when you consider quality and price...." Read more
"We've only used this once and it works like a charm. Great value for the price but Amazon needs to get their shippers to up their game in how they..." Read more
Customers like the pressure capacity of the air compressor. They say it develops enough air pressure to operate an impact wrench and similar tools, and it maintains almost all of the load pressure. It's quiet and has a higher tank pressure. Some customers say it delivers all the air they need and is quiet. It comes to pressure very quickly and maintains PSI very easily. Overall, customers are satisfied with the pressure capability of the product.
"...Worked like a charm. Plenty of air to remove all 5 lugs and then some...." Read more
"...Also, the compressor is much quieter and has a higher tank pressure (the compressor doesn’t have to run as often) so you can actually have it in the..." Read more
"...The solid tires are nice in that they don't require air and won't go flat as air filled tires will...." Read more
"...I use it in my home shop, it has plenty of capacity to run my 5 CFM @ 90 PSI torque wrench and air nailers...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the air compressor's power. They mention it has huge power, is solid, portable, and has enough house power to run two framing nailers at the same time. Some say it's more than adequate for what they intended to use it for and has good capacity and recovery.
"...Don’t get me wrong, the unit seems good In other aspects; powerful, quiet, good regulator control, etc...." Read more
"...Lots of power and was much more quiet than my previous compressor which was not a DeWalt. Great price for what you get...." Read more
"...It has enough house power to run two framing nailers at the same time. I love it and look forward to many years of performance." Read more
"...This is a powerful compressor and easy to get around, however I believe there is a design flaw on the outlet tube and compression nut assembly that..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the size of the air compressor. They mention that it's pretty quiet for its size, compact, and fits in a small space. The 4.5 gallon tank is large enough for small jobs with nailers or using as a tire filler. The tires are big and the wheels are large making it easy to move around.
"...Mobile. The tires are big. They are soft run-flat...." Read more
"...It is compact and fits in a small space. It pumps up to 200 psi quickly and efficiently...." Read more
"...One of the nicest parts are the large wheels making it easy to move around with one person...." Read more
"...I wanted a new one to keep in my in-town garage. It takes up less room standing up and is very easy to move around...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the damage of the air compressor. They mention that it was damaged upon receiving, with one wheel axle badly bent. The roll cage was bent into the motor, and the motor mount was damaged. The rims were very bent and the wheels had broken bearings. The plastic disc inside had deformed.
"...ours arrive with torn up box and steel badly bent-roll cage was bent into the motor which concerned us but Amazon said they will stand behind the..." Read more
"...It arrived with the motor broken off its mounts and one wheel axle badly bent. The damage had nothing to do with shipping...." Read more
"...Thick and flexible cord. Heavily shielded - 14 gauge but looks like 10. Around 6ft long.4) Nice gauges/outlet panel...." Read more
"Built heavy except for the wheels one was bent badly in shipping. But so light weight l bent it back fairly straight" Read more
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First off, I'm a DIY homeowner. I owned 2 other compressors prior - a tiny 1.5G oiless and a 2HP 4.5G oil lube twin tank. The first one was confined to pumping tires (barely), 18G nailer and very small paint job (e.g., a door). Retired it quickly. The twin tank was a good as can be, short recovery time and sufficient air for most small air tools. However, it maxed out at 100psi and prevented me from using many tools. It has a long warm up time and the air usually contains a little oil. Finally, it was not mobile, the 60lbs "cube" must be carried using an awkward handle.
Enter the Dewalt D55146. Its footprint is big for a 4.5G, but not bad in terms of storage since you can stand it up (tank on top). The unit is also heavy, weighing 80lbs. But it is surprisingly well balanced, not much worst than lifting my twin tank "cube". Of course, you normally just roll the Dewalt, no lifting necessary.
Now the specifics. The reviews are mixed and, for 3 years, I could not decide (considering that my twin tank never failed, only my back). After New Year, the Dewalt's price dropped and I headed to the Web again. Found a youtube video about a guy who was given an old beatup version of this compressor. He took it apart and tried to rebuild it. This led me to the compressor's part list, part diagrams and price list (available at Dewalt). What I found:
1) It has a brushed motor like an electric drill. Most pumps use an induction motor. Don't know how long the brushes last, but they are NOT cheap. Sold by the EACH at over $10.
2) Compressor rated at 1750rpm, but motor probably runs much faster. It drives a large flywheel via a belt and the flywheel drives the piston rod. Sort of double gear reductions.
3) The piston uses dry lube (or no lube). It's primary seal is rubber or silicon. Bore is around 2.5" with a short stroke. The piston/seal assembly can be had for around $30, not bad.
4) The head is very simple. The valves sit on a replaceable gasket. It is not expensive either.
5) The gauges and outlet are connected to a casted manifold. Although there is an affordable regulator rebuild kit, do not break the manifold, it costs $100.
6) There are several revisions of the product. One I got in 2/2012 was "Type IV". Parts are mostly identical. The engine "mount" might have changed though. It seems very sturdy now. A review about broken mount was probably an older model.
What I like about this compressor:
1) Mobile. The tires are big. They are soft run-flat. Works well on rough terrain, though not smooth on flat surfaces. Rims are solid plastic, no bearing.
2) Tubular frame, air tank and tire shaft are all welded together. The frame forms a cage that protects the inners, including the intake filter.
3) Thick and flexible cord. Heavily shielded - 14 gauge but looks like 10. Around 6ft long.
4) Nice gauges/outlet panel. The outlets are simple push in type, no need to pull back the sleeve. The regulator is not smooth, but works fine. Note that you must PULL the regulator knob out to adjust, then PUSH in to lock. Knob won't turn when pushed in. Procedure is printed on the panel. This may be why one reviewer was unable to turn the knob.
5) Motor and pump are encased in plastic, keeping dirt away from the inners. It also channels air through the engine to keep things cool. The motor runs a fan at high speed and draws a lot of air.
6) Air tube out of the pump is just warm/hot, not the usual burning hot. I touched the 3/8" aluminum tube and was surprised at how cool it was. Freshly pressurized tank is barely warm, meaning more useable air.
7) Quality OEM intake filter. It is plastic, but has a replacable filter cartridge. Resembles a Solberg 6CFM model.
8) No oil in the air. I can now use it to aerate my lawn.
9) No warm up necessary. I put this last because I'm not sure. One reviewer said it took 15 minutes to warm up. The instruction says nothing about this. Seems unnecessary by design; besides, the pump stays cool during run.
What I don't like about it:
1) It needs a full 15A to run. It maxed out my Kill-a-Watt at >15A and >1800W. Be careful when using this on a household circuit.
2) Like others said, you need to hold the unit at 45 degrees to drain the tank properly.
During operation, the thing sounds almost abnormal. The pump makes little noise, but the motor whines and manufactures ozone. Tank reaches 100psi quickly. The remaining 100 takes a couple of minutes. Strokes slow down as pressure builds. Pump stops at 220psi and cuts back in around 160. And the cycle happily continues.
Update June 2016
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After 4 years of weekly uses, I have a few more things to report:
1) Still running strong. The motor and pump make the same low pitch hum as before. More importantly, the tank pressurize in about the same time.
2) The ozone smell disappeared after a few months.
3) It is a steel tank after all. Rusty water comes out of the drain now. Not bad though, nothing like the stuff that came out of my previous twin-tank. As mentioned by many, draining this guy is no easy task.
4) The female adapters are very hard to engage. I always worry about breaking them off since I have to push really hard on them.
5) Although the tank has over 200psi worth of juice, the regulator cannot manage such pressure. In fact, setting the regulator beyond 140psi is likely bad. Why? See below.
6) It started to leak ... very disappointed. But it turned out to be my fault. The leak came from the regulator. Upon disassembling it, I discovered that a plastic disc inside had deformed. It was probably caused by me setting the pressure too high, forcing the disc onto a stop repeatedly. Why? I used the DeWalt to fill a 7gal portable tank to 120psi (160psi rated), so the compressor needs to be at 150psi or so. My bad. For now, I just flatten the disc using a heat gun, so far so good.
Update May 2017
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The compressor is still running strong. Unfortunately, my regulator fix did not last. The repair kit (part #N008792) is expensive (~$20), but it did the job. Will have to see how long this last. I have high hope since the disc that failed before is now beefier (see picture, new one on the left, old one on the right). The disc fits tighter too.
There was a comment about how I use a compressor to aerate my lawn. Basically, I wet my lawn well before hand. Then I just insert an HF blow gun with a long nozzle extension randomly into the soil and release some air. If the soil is loose, the air will escape with no resistance. But if is packed, the ground will puff up and loosen a bit.
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2012
First off, I'm a DIY homeowner. I owned 2 other compressors prior - a tiny 1.5G oiless and a 2HP 4.5G oil lube twin tank. The first one was confined to pumping tires (barely), 18G nailer and very small paint job (e.g., a door). Retired it quickly. The twin tank was a good as can be, short recovery time and sufficient air for most small air tools. However, it maxed out at 100psi and prevented me from using many tools. It has a long warm up time and the air usually contains a little oil. Finally, it was not mobile, the 60lbs "cube" must be carried using an awkward handle.
Enter the Dewalt D55146. Its footprint is big for a 4.5G, but not bad in terms of storage since you can stand it up (tank on top). The unit is also heavy, weighing 80lbs. But it is surprisingly well balanced, not much worst than lifting my twin tank "cube". Of course, you normally just roll the Dewalt, no lifting necessary.
Now the specifics. The reviews are mixed and, for 3 years, I could not decide (considering that my twin tank never failed, only my back). After New Year, the Dewalt's price dropped and I headed to the Web again. Found a youtube video about a guy who was given an old beatup version of this compressor. He took it apart and tried to rebuild it. This led me to the compressor's part list, part diagrams and price list (available at Dewalt). What I found:
1) It has a brushed motor like an electric drill. Most pumps use an induction motor. Don't know how long the brushes last, but they are NOT cheap. Sold by the EACH at over $10.
2) Compressor rated at 1750rpm, but motor probably runs much faster. It drives a large flywheel via a belt and the flywheel drives the piston rod. Sort of double gear reductions.
3) The piston uses dry lube (or no lube). It's primary seal is rubber or silicon. Bore is around 2.5" with a short stroke. The piston/seal assembly can be had for around $30, not bad.
4) The head is very simple. The valves sit on a replaceable gasket. It is not expensive either.
5) The gauges and outlet are connected to a casted manifold. Although there is an affordable regulator rebuild kit, do not break the manifold, it costs $100.
6) There are several revisions of the product. One I got in 2/2012 was "Type IV". Parts are mostly identical. The engine "mount" might have changed though. It seems very sturdy now. A review about broken mount was probably an older model.
What I like about this compressor:
1) Mobile. The tires are big. They are soft run-flat. Works well on rough terrain, though not smooth on flat surfaces. Rims are solid plastic, no bearing.
2) Tubular frame, air tank and tire shaft are all welded together. The frame forms a cage that protects the inners, including the intake filter.
3) Thick and flexible cord. Heavily shielded - 14 gauge but looks like 10. Around 6ft long.
4) Nice gauges/outlet panel. The outlets are simple push in type, no need to pull back the sleeve. The regulator is not smooth, but works fine. Note that you must PULL the regulator knob out to adjust, then PUSH in to lock. Knob won't turn when pushed in. Procedure is printed on the panel. This may be why one reviewer was unable to turn the knob.
5) Motor and pump are encased in plastic, keeping dirt away from the inners. It also channels air through the engine to keep things cool. The motor runs a fan at high speed and draws a lot of air.
6) Air tube out of the pump is just warm/hot, not the usual burning hot. I touched the 3/8" aluminum tube and was surprised at how cool it was. Freshly pressurized tank is barely warm, meaning more useable air.
7) Quality OEM intake filter. It is plastic, but has a replacable filter cartridge. Resembles a Solberg 6CFM model.
8) No oil in the air. I can now use it to aerate my lawn.
9) No warm up necessary. I put this last because I'm not sure. One reviewer said it took 15 minutes to warm up. The instruction says nothing about this. Seems unnecessary by design; besides, the pump stays cool during run.
What I don't like about it:
1) It needs a full 15A to run. It maxed out my Kill-a-Watt at >15A and >1800W. Be careful when using this on a household circuit.
2) Like others said, you need to hold the unit at 45 degrees to drain the tank properly.
During operation, the thing sounds almost abnormal. The pump makes little noise, but the motor whines and manufactures ozone. Tank reaches 100psi quickly. The remaining 100 takes a couple of minutes. Strokes slow down as pressure builds. Pump stops at 220psi and cuts back in around 160. And the cycle happily continues.
Update June 2016
-------------
After 4 years of weekly uses, I have a few more things to report:
1) Still running strong. The motor and pump make the same low pitch hum as before. More importantly, the tank pressurize in about the same time.
2) The ozone smell disappeared after a few months.
3) It is a steel tank after all. Rusty water comes out of the drain now. Not bad though, nothing like the stuff that came out of my previous twin-tank. As mentioned by many, draining this guy is no easy task.
4) The female adapters are very hard to engage. I always worry about breaking them off since I have to push really hard on them.
5) Although the tank has over 200psi worth of juice, the regulator cannot manage such pressure. In fact, setting the regulator beyond 140psi is likely bad. Why? See below.
6) It started to leak ... very disappointed. But it turned out to be my fault. The leak came from the regulator. Upon disassembling it, I discovered that a plastic disc inside had deformed. It was probably caused by me setting the pressure too high, forcing the disc onto a stop repeatedly. Why? I used the DeWalt to fill a 7gal portable tank to 120psi (160psi rated), so the compressor needs to be at 150psi or so. My bad. For now, I just flatten the disc using a heat gun, so far so good.
Update May 2017
-------------
The compressor is still running strong. Unfortunately, my regulator fix did not last. The repair kit (part #N008792) is expensive (~$20), but it did the job. Will have to see how long this last. I have high hope since the disc that failed before is now beefier (see picture, new one on the left, old one on the right). The disc fits tighter too.
There was a comment about how I use a compressor to aerate my lawn. Basically, I wet my lawn well before hand. Then I just insert an HF blow gun with a long nozzle extension randomly into the soil and release some air. If the soil is loose, the air will escape with no resistance. But if is packed, the ground will puff up and loosen a bit.
I did use the compressor once to run a nailgun, and it worked pretty well. Not as quiet as some, but certainly not as noisy as others. Other reviewers were correct about having to tilt it 45 degrees in order to drain the tank; it even alludes to that in the manual. I did notice during the break-in period the tank got hot (or at least very warm); I don't know if that's normal or not, my last compressor didn't, but I don't think I ran it enough for that to happen.
I also did opt for the 300 psi rated hose, but I got mine at a local store. Make sure you get some 1/4" quick disconnects and make sure you get at least a 3/8" diameter hose (the diameter bit is straight from the manual)!
So far, I definitely like this compressor (oil-free rocks!). I took one star away because of the seemingly missing section of the manual, which is my main concern right now. I will post an update if I find out anything new about this, but for now, here is the link for the manual from the Dewalt Site:
UPDATE: 8/12/2015
As I was reading through some of my old reviews, I realized I've had this thing for 5 years! Still going strong, and I while I don't use it every day, it's there when I need it. Only thing I've had to do so far was to replace some seals (easy, with a kit) on the knobs. Definitely glad I got this thing.
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EDIT 7/21/20
I've had this for 10 years, and still working! I had to rebuild the seals (easy procedure), but the compressor still runs! Great buy.
When I turned the unit on I was struck by how quiet it was. Much more so than any other oil-less compressor I've had. Let it run for the 15 minute break in, then tested it out with my impact wrench. Worked like a charm. Plenty of air to remove all 5 lugs and then some. Although this machine weighs in over 80 lbs, it is easy to move and roll around with the handle provided. So far I'm pretty impressed with this and CPO outlets. I guess they may have had a less than stellar employee refurbishing these at one time, but that seems to be corrected now. I look forward to using this for many jobs around the house.