10 best compressors for painting cars

For high-quality car painting you need an air compressor, which will ensure uniform spraying of paintwork material. With occasional use is quite enough inexpensive piston compressor with average technical characteristics. Another thing is if the compressor has to work in production almost around the clock - without a powerful semi-professional, and even industrial equipment is indispensable. Of course, any purchase, including a budget, must be justified by the reliability of the work and the corresponding service life. Say, it does not happen, and you must immediately take the compressor more expensive? We will not agree with you, because we are already familiar with the rating of the best compressors of a different class and, accordingly, of different price categories. It remains only to choose one of them under the task you set.

The best domestic compressors

T. n. garage compressors are designed for short minor work. Pneumatic equipment with high air flow rates, such as spray guns with HVLP technology, cannot be connected to them. Painting a car for such a unit is a feasible task, but takes 2-3 times longer. This is explained by the fact that the duration of its continuous operation usually does not exceed 10–15 minutes, otherwise it quickly overheats and in the absence of a thermal relay fails. Hence the conclusion - even a high-quality household compressor is subject to careful operation and requires proper selection of pneumatic tools for power performance.

3 Denzel RS 1 / 6-180

The Denzel RS 1 / 6-180 compressor weighing only 11 kg belongs to the cheapest, compact and economic. Its feature is the absence of a lubricant in the cylinder-piston group, and in order to reduce friction, special anti-friction materials were used in the design. As a result of this solution, the oil does not get into the air, does not mix with paintwork material, so the unit is very convenient to use for painting various surfaces. Output capacity is 180 l / min., And the spray gun needs to be appropriate - either HP systems or LVPL.

During operation, the compressor creates a maximum pressure of 8 bar, this indicator can be adjusted, which allows it to be used with a full range of pneumatic tools - from a wrench to an airbrush. What is important for many, it looks great and works almost silently. Of course, it is still impossible to call a universal unit, because the complete painting of the car will take a lot of time.The direct drive provided by the design (rigid connection of the motor shaft to the crankshaft of the air-blower), although it is the simplest, does not have effective heat dissipation, therefore, the compressor will have to be stopped every 10 minutes.

2 Fubag Air Master Kit

The German company Fubag decided to offer customers not one compressor, but a whole set of the most demanded pneumatic tools needed for car maintenance and home repair. The official site contains 2 variants of sets: from 6 and 10 units. Minimum equipment includes:

• 3 pneumoguns with nozzles - for pumping tires, blowing or washing and for viscous liquids (with a tank);
• 3 tips for pumping balls, bicycle wheels and mattresses;
• flexible 5 meter hose;
• HP spray gun with a 0.5 liter tank.

As for the compressor itself, it must be said that with fairly modest dimensions it pleases with a capacity of 222 l / min. at the exit. It is made of high quality, well thought out ergonomics: the pressure gauges read perfectly, their readings are very accurate, the craters for the bay and the oil drain are conveniently located. Slightly spoils the impression of a short power cord and incomprehensible instruction, which includes information on several models at once, but given the price and a rich set of accessories, these shortcomings can be forgiven.

1 Wester W 006-075 OLC

Power, performance and displacement of the receiver in this model are quite modest - only 0.75 kW, 126 l / min. and 6 liters, respectively. But it fully justifies the expectations, and the claimed 8 bar gives out consistently even with a long hose. Users are using it with might and main in “garage” matters - local painting and pumping of car wheels, blowing tools, etc. Someone even adapted to equip a paint booth and sandblasting service on the basis of W 006-075, however, he replaced the receiver more voluminous. Due to its compact size (ShGV 22h48h50 cm), the compressor will easily fit even in the smallest workshop, for example, under a workbench, and will not take up extra space.

The manufacturer did not stint and provided in the inexpensive device the presence of all the necessary safety features: 2 pressure gauges, an oil indicator, a safety valve. There are no complaints about either ergonomics or assembly quality: the unit is well-painted, the gaps are even, although some knots will not hurt to pull up before the first start, people have been working for several years without breakdowns. The working parts are made of cast metal, rubberized legs reduce vibration (by the way, this “baby” is noisy), there is a convenient handle for transportation.

The best semi-professional compressors

Semi-professional compressor equipment in most cases is represented by European and domestic manufacturers and has a number of characteristics. They provide a capacity in excess of 270 l / min. and a pressure of 8–12 atmospheres. To support an optimal mode of operation, the volume of the receiver increases and is approximately 50–100 liters. Non-stop operation of such compressors should not last more than 40 minutes, but this is enough to use them for small service stations and tire workshops, car-care centers, and small industries.

3 Quattro Elementi KM 50-380

For a more or less large-scale painting of cars, a more powerful compressor is needed, and among relatively inexpensive options, we found the most productive one - Quattro Elementi KM 50-380. In its marking indicators are encrypted: 50 l is the volume of the air collector, 380 is the indicator of the input capacity in l / min.Productivity at the exit, naturally, will be lower and will make about 270 l / min. - enough to create a pressure of 8 bar in 1.5 minutes. At the same time, engine power (2.2 kW) and, accordingly, power consumption are not much different from the power of less productive compressors (1.5–2 kW), since the efficiency of this model is higher due to the two-cylinder design of the piston group.

The manufacturer increased the life of the unit by installing cast-iron cylinders instead of aluminum cylinders. A drain valve is provided on the bottom of the receiver, allowing you to quickly get rid of condensate, and the receiver itself is covered with paint to avoid corrosion. The compressor weighs 40 kg and has a handle and two wheels to transport it. As evidenced by the reviews, it turns on infrequently, boosts quickly, which means it will work for a long time. Of the minuses, the inconvenience of changing the oil and the insufficient length of the power cable were indicated.

2 Aurora GALE-50

This compressor was originally wanted to be called the best in performance - after all, an impressive figure of 412 l / min was declared in the characteristics. But, unfortunately, at the output it drops to 288, and this is the average value in this category. However, the majority of users are still interested in the unit, since its inherent set of characteristics (working pressure 8 bar, 50-liter air storage and notorious performance) allows it to be successfully used for painting cars in service stations. Moreover, the model is praised for reliability - it was bought a few years ago, and all this time it worked flawlessly (subject to timely oil change).

The device is equipped with an air filter to protect the internal components from dust penetration; the receiver welds, cylinder castings and the engine itself are very well made. The appearance of the unit does not give Chinese origin - the elements fit well, never play or siphon. The design provides universal outputs of the "rapid" type for simultaneous connection of 2 consumers. Contrary to advertising, a compressor weighing 48 kg and dimensions of 76.5x34x71.5 cm (SHVG) cannot be called either light or compact, but the presence of a handle and two wheels makes transportation much easier.

1 ABAC Montecarlo L25P

In the 90s, the Italian ABAC compressors created a real sensation in the Russian market - unlike the Soviet-made Soviet-made units, they were incredibly light, compact and powerful. Today, of course, the situation has changed, but the championship still belongs to pure-blood “Italians” like ABAC Montecarlo L25P. It is designed to work with a variable pressure of 2 to 10 bar, which fully satisfies most of the needs for the supply of compressed air. The device is equipped with a 50 l receiver, a single-phase electric motor with a power of 1.9 kW, two pressure gauges, large shipping wheels and a handle.

The developers used modern technologies in the design of the piston head: they used aluminum alloys for better cooling and increased the cooling fins, supplied the piston with graphite-teflon rings featuring a low friction coefficient and high wear resistance. With this they have achieved a significant increase in compressor life, especially in cold start conditions.

The best compressors for professional use

If you are engaged in painting passenger and cargo cars professionally, you will have to forget about cheap direct drive compressors. For avtomalyarov need high-power units with a belt drive that does not know overheating. They are equipped with similar engines, but due to the difference in the diameters of the pulleys, the crankshaft turns around much slower, therefore, the air injection part does not overheat, and the compressor group manages to lubricate well.This allows the use of compressors in this category in a more intensive mode, but we must bear in mind that continuous operation is still unacceptable.

4 Bezhetsk factory ASO S-416M

Compressor unit S-416M is designed for use in construction, road enterprises and fleets. The equipment consists of a receiver with a volume of 430 liters, an 11 kW electric motor mounted on it and a 4-cylinder 2-stage compressor head capable of pumping up to 1000 l / min. air pressure of 10 bar. The compression process takes place evenly throughout the chamber volume, so the noise and vibration levels are maximally reduced, and no special training is required to install the compressor.

The compressor is fully serviceable, its piston group is made on the basis of the elements of the engine. To increase the uptime, simple scheduled maintenance is required every 200 (TO-1) and 500-700 (TO-2) operating hours: washing the crankcase, tightening the bolts, changing the oil and, if necessary, filters. In general, the unit is considered to be high-quality, reliable and durable, as evidenced by the diploma of the All-Russian competition “100 best goods of Russia” obtained in 2004.

3 ABAC 6000/270 CT 7.5

In the line of professional series of compressor equipment from ABAC, we have identified the model 6000/270 CT 7.5. It is notable for its reasonable price and ability to create an air flow of 827 l / min. at a working pressure of 11 bar. The design of the piston unit consists of two cylinders of different diameters, providing 2-stage air compression. Such a solution in comparison with single-stage compressors provides several advantages: economical power consumption, high performance and efficient heat sink, which increases operating life.

The device is suitable for professional painting cars, crushing, tightening nuts, sandblasting and other semi-industrial tasks. Its reliability and durability is combined with a high level of comfort - a clear indication of the oil level is provided, a regulator with a pressure gauge is installed for quick and precise adjustment of the outlet pressure, the transport unit from the two rear wheels and the front swivel is well thought out. The safety of operation is ensured by an automatic unit, the functions of which include shutting down the compressor when the maximum pressure is set and turned on when reduced to the minimum provided.

2 Remeza SB4 / C-100.LB75

The Belarusian factory of compressor equipment “Remeza” has been known since 1989 and during this time managed to become an exporter in 25 countries of the world. His models were famous for their pleasant combination of high technical parameters and affordable price. However, the model SB4 / C-100.LB75 has another difference - the ability to operate stably at low voltage (from 180V). But many service stations are located on the territory of small enterprises, where powerful equipment causes a voltage drop, and even are located in garage cooperatives with unstable characteristics of the power supply network. The use of conventional compressors in such conditions is fraught with their failure.

Due to the design features (5.5 kW 3-phase engine, cast-iron compressor unit of the French company Lacme, 100 liter receiver), the model blows 10 bar with an output capacity of 616 l / min. and easily feeds any pneumatic equipment, whether it be a car painting gun, a grinder, or a pneumatic hammer. High-quality assembly of the product is visible to the naked eye, the color of the receiver is carried out in the best way, and it is not afraid of any dirt or corrosion.

1 FIAC AB 100-360

A series of single-stage oil compressors AB is made specifically for intensive (up to 8 hours / day.) Operation in small industries. The compressor group of model AB 100-360 delivers a capacity of 252 l / min., Supplemented by a 100-liter receiver and consists of two cylinders subjected to honing, as a result of which the oil is better retained on the walls and less consumed. Also, a specially developed Fast Valve valve design has been introduced, which provides minimal operating noise (74 dB) and is considered to be more reliable than normal.

The Italian manufacturer FIAC has long been known in Russia and has a wide network of specialized service centers. They work closely with Italian engineers, have warehouses with a full range of spare parts and quickly solve various technical problems. This is confirmed by the reviews - no one complains about the shortage or long-term delivery of consumables and parts. In general, the compressor is described as a high-performance, safe and durable machine, but to maximize the life of the resource, it is necessary to adhere to the recommended mode of operation - 5 minutes and 5 minutes of rest.

Popular vote - who is the best manufacturer of compressors for painting cars
We vote!

Bezhetsk factory ASO

Fubag

Denzel

ABAC

Aurora

Quattro elementi

FIAC

Remeza

Wester

Total voted: 34

Vote results