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Homemade Air Compressor


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BUILDER:
Glenn Irvine on clubhyper.com
DESCRIPTION:
Homemade air compressor constructed from a surplus gas tank, electronic pressure switch, pressure gauges, air fittings, regulator, and high-pressure hoses. Powered by a repurposed refrigerator compressor.
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Aug 04, 2014 5:59 PM
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I see propane tanks being used for these setups often. Apparently, ones in proper condition can be safely used to 150 psi.
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DIY Air Compressor - comment on how to build a Air Compressor - 1 comments
DIYer says:
Aug 04, 2014 5:59 PM
I see propane tanks being used for these setups often. Apparently, ones in proper condition can be safely used to 150 psi.

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