Air compressor advice.

[Submariner1]

I have seen a nice ? SIP Compressor
SIP 06242 Airmate TN3/50-D Air Compressor
10 Bar, 14 CFM 50 L tank, Apparently has cast iron bore.
They say its a rebadged Nuair. (Which I think is a better Italian Made brand)

Only negative is I don't like the weird skinny PCL Std. Female quick release.
I want the Euro PCL variety XF high flow, as I have these on my hoses and PCL tyre gauge.

Their QR coupler Screws directly into the ally regulator block, and their technical say, it has a green thread sealer.
I guess that needs heating to remove it ?
Just worried about heating up the regulator, some have O Rings and a rubber membrane?

Anyone know what thread sealer is green, loctities is red or blue.
Just trying To ascertain if this is a High or Medium strength sealer.

Any views on SIP, or Nuair or Abac ?

Alternative is a Nuair or Abac 24L tank version. Nicer being smaller, but is 24L too small to do any small spray jobs. No I wont be painting car panels just small stuff.

any advice appreciated.

 

[Mark A]

I have the 100L version Of the SIP and have had it for years with no major issues, plenty of spares available.

there should also be an un-regulated off take on the receiver. You can use that and have a separate regulator/filter/oiler, much less restrictive than the factory fit.

 

[Submariner1]

I have the 100L version Of the SIP and have had it for years with no major issues, plenty of spares available.

there should also be an un-regulated off take on the receiver. You can use that and have a separate regulator/filter/oiler, much less restrictive than the factory fit.

Thanks Mark
Good idea, as I am buying a PCL regulator-filter anyway.
Seems they are all made by Nuair anyway. just this is £140 cheaper. uses same parts so probably is just rebadged.
So long as they dont smash it on delivery - should be fine.

 

[bembo449]

I have SIP air tools , served me well for 20 years

 

[Submariner1]

I have SIP air tools , served me well for 20 years

Good to hear.
The SIP one suits my needs best and a good price at £245.
Interestingly its definitely a rebadged Nuair Priced at £372.

but I need to change the air outlet to Euro style.

 

[Submariner1]

Anybody know where to buy fully synthetic piston compressor Oil?

 

[V6Matty]

I think the last lot o bought was from Machine Mart, that was a while ago so not sure if it’s still available, plus the information on their site isn’t exactly user friendly.

 

[Mark A]

Try www.gtair.co.uk

I have used them several times. They also do a 3/4” high flow kit to help get the most out of your air tools.