Hi, looking at getting a big compressor for my workshop. What one do you guys think is the best quality/ option? Marquip 53cfm is 7.5kw, the air command 50cfm and 11kw, big difference in motor size for similar airflow. Marquip has about 100L smaller air tank. The Marquip is a bit cheaper too. Will be running a bead blaster and supply blow down for a few lathes and mills.
joanie32,
Feb 9, 6:31pm
7.5kw won't deliver 50cfm, someone's having you on. The marquis a good old thumper, keep it serviced and well ventilated and you will get a good run out of it.
Yeah thats why im asking on here, seems strange it has a much smaller motor but quotes very similar airflow
intrade,
Feb 9, 11:45pm
for a workshop using loads of air only a screw compressor. i have one in my shop from europe they sold em for like a grand secoundhand there when i shipped my stuff over also you want a big tank and a dryer water removal system if you run mills . most modern cnc mills need constant airflow and dry air.
joanie32,
Feb 10, 1:21am
Give a specialist a call. It pays to buy from someone who can service too. Screws are expensive to buy and maintain so not always the best bet. Pistons are a bit noisy but no other Real disadvantages in the sizes you are considering.
daz59,
Jun 25, 7:17pm
Thanks, I ended up getting one from serf407 suggestion, they were only 200m down the road from me. Similar specs and price to marquip but a lot bigger airtank
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