60-Gallon Air Compressor Setup and Shop Air Installation Industrial Air (Setup Part One)

[@threesonsrestorations4043]

Here's the order of parts used in my shop air lines: Starting at the compressor, 1st section: ¾” Full-Port Ball Valve, Male NPT + Female NPT ¾” short nipple ¾” 90-degree elbow ¾” Hydraulic Hose, 48” ¾” short nipple ¾” Union ¾” short nipple ¾” to ½” reducer ½” short nipple ½” tee ½” 8-inch nipple ½” Full-Port Ball Valve ½” 3-inch nipple ARO Air Regulator, ½” NPT ½” 3-inch nipple ½” coupler Milton 1816 coupler ½” air hose, 50-feet Air hose reel (from Harbor Freight) 2nd section: Milton 1818 coupler ½” 3-inch nipple ½” tee ½” 8-inch nipple ½” Full-Port Ball Valve ½” 3-inch nipple ARO Air Line Filter ½” short nipple ARO Air Regulator, ½” NPT ½” short nipple Motor Guard M-100 kit, ½” ½” 3-inch nipple ½” tee ½” short nipple ½” Full-Port Ball Valve ½” short nipple ½” to ⅜” reducer ⅜” short nipple Milton V-style high-flow coupler Milton V-style high-flow plug ⅜” 6-foot lead-in hose ½” 3-inch nipple ½” 90-degree elbow ½” short nipple ½” Full-Port Ball Valve ½” short nipple ½” to ⅜” reducer ⅜” short nipple Milton V-style high-flow coupler Milton V-style high-flow plug ⅜” 10-foot lead-in hose

[@derektaylor8959]

You did an incredible job with this video. Thanks for making it clear, concise, and well edited. I'm using this for my shop setup.

[@shinok31]

Wow! Hands down the best in depth video I have watched to date. Great work! I appreciate the small details. 👊

[@Truth5468]

Awesome job on your video it was a big help and I’m definitely setting up my compressor the way you set yours up.

[@JohnnieBravo1]

I love what you are doing here. As you seem to be very knowledgeable on air and moisture, I want to run by you what I did on my little 33 gal oilless compressor, and am considering doing it to my 60 gal one in my second garage. I went to my local junk PYP yard and got an AC condenser out of a huge SUV. I installed it up on the wall about 6 feet above my compressor. I installed a water trap on the input line, and the output line. I plumbed in copper from the compressor to the input separator, where air would run through the condenser, cooling it dramatically, then through the second water trap on the output of the condenser which ran through another 6 foot length of copper down to the tank. On the output of the tank I have yet a 3rd water trap for the air hose that runs whatever I'm running. I have used this setup to paint cars successfully. There is rarely ever any water that drains from the tank, and in the 3 years it's been in use, never had a drop of water in the trap at the tank output to the hose. I do drain a fair amount of water from the traps at the condenser though. I live in North Alabama, so we have very high humidity here. It's a simple setup, cost about 60 bucks for condenser, copper, and two traps from Harbor Fright. So far it is working famously.. Your thoughts?

[@threesonsrestorations4043]

I love it! I've seen this idea as well, and think highly of it. Best wishes to you and yours in Alabama, and thanks for watching!

[@lancelabik5756]

This is really an awesome video and explanation!! Thank you. I am setting up a large stand up 60 gallon tank with Emglo motor now so I need a lot of this knowledge and help. Thank you!!!

[@SleepyEel-ud7kp]

Amazing video, thanks for putting so much effort into a quick info packed video!

[@alwomack1966]

Thank you for a clear, concise, and informative video. I spent a long time searching for this information.

[@davidhempel4700]

Found this power cord for mine based on your video, so thanks! FWIW, a 20 Amp breaker is just fine for mine, and it's about 70 feet from the panel on 10-2 wire. My understanding is 30 Amp is too much, and could be bad for the motor. FLA of 17.2 x 25% or 30% is a shade over 20, but again, I've never tripped it. If it was a problem, I was going to switch to a 25 Amp breaker.

[@Thomas998822]

The first two links below are for pressure loss of compressed air due to pipe length and fittings(at standard conditions of 70°F). For a 60 gal tank and pretty much any system from 50-175psi and 10-30 cfm, pressure loss due to fittings and pipe is nearly negligible when utilizing 3/4 pipe or even 1/2 pipe (slighter higher with 1/2 pipe). I say that not to be a know-it-all, I just want to share some data for people trying to plan out their system like me. I almost switched my entire plan away from a copper pipe zig-zag setup of 50' of copper and many elbows, to look into the coil 1/2" coil setup as shown in this video, after hearing that a 90° elbow can induce up to 5psi loss. After some research that pressure loss is not an issue for my 175psi 11.5 cfm 60gal tank. That high of a pressure loss for elbows and/or pipe *only* applies for incorrectly designed systems with high cfms(50+cfms) at high pressures moving through undersized pipes. I've seen first hand setups that have more than (25) 90° elbows and 60 feet of copper that only experience a few psi of loss, which is in line with the data below. The last link is a calculator where you can increase the temperature to well over 100°F and get a more accurate idea of pressure loss. Even at higher temperatures, the pressure loss is minimal. This video is still an amazing resource and the coil setup here is certainly much easier and probably just as, if not more, efficient than any other system. Also FYI the 3/4" hydraulic hose in this video is 1/2" ID... www.google.com/amp/s/www.engineeringtoolbox.com/amp/compressed-air-pressure-drop-fittings-d_1279.html www.google.com/amp/s/www.engineeringtoolbox.com/amp/compressed-air-pressure-loss-d_1014.html www.tlv.com/global/US/calculator/air-pipe-sizing-pressure-loss.html

[@hawkie333]

Your videos are quite good! I know there are a lot bigger shop/DIY channels out there, but you might consider putting out more content. Subscribed.

[@JustHelpMeOuT5466]

I love your videos and why we have not seen more, only 4 videos 3 years ago? I would like you to show us some sandblasting project and powder coating???

[@blackbear92201]

Excellent video. Very thorough, well-edited, thorough description. thanks for posting! :D

[@threesonsrestorations4043]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Tactical_Pterodactyl_Knives]

Excellent video and I appreciate you putting links to everything. It helps you earn money and helps me spend it! Ordered the same plug and filter, and I'm about to order the regulator.

[@jorgemorales2913]

I liked your presentation

[@RushWorkingMan]

I love the video thank you. I wonder about your electrician. My area code prohibits white colored wire when it’s supplying one leg of 250v circuit That one white wire should then be taped on the end with black tape to indicate it’s a supply wire. Leaving it white is dangerous as Someone might mistake it as a neutral wire.

[@shirazart]

Hi , I saw few of your videos and wanted to know if I can pick your brain to help with a compressor restoration? 🙏

[@stephaneaudette6665]

Thanks a lot for this video, verry informative for me.

[@pawelkozakiewicz1553]

You are completely nut!!!! I mean positive way what a artist work setting 😊

[@jeffbrent1006]

Excellent video thank you

[@Denny74]

An exceptional video. Well explained. So many pertinent references. I so appreciate your production and that you shared it with us. I am a Master of many things. Air Design is not one of them. I just got a Media Blaster cabinet. I have a DeWalt 60 gallon compressor. Do you think I would need the extra (ingenious) dryer piece with the coil? I am worried about space. I restore Antique Brass fans, Antique / vintage Electric Clocks, etc. Small items. Thanks so much. Denny in Williamsburg, VA.

[@71lemans]

Does the air compressor kick off at 155 psi? How has this air compressor held up? Any problems?

[@soumayailboudo4792]

Hi you are a great teacher. What is the duty circle? Thank you.

[@marvondgeneral8736]

how is the compressor holding up to this day?

[@ASapWheelie]

this video is beautifully done. but i need your help, is there anyway you can tell me what the threading sizes are on the main line compression fittings are?the silver line that goes from the exhaust on the pump directly to to the top of the tank. the compression sleeves on those are flanged and i cant for the life of me find replacements to get my compressor up and running. any help you might be able to offer would be an amazing help.

[@threesonsrestorations4043]

Sorry for the delay. See if this answers your question: www.industrialairusa.com/pdfs/200-2681.pdf

[@pnwgrown_360]

I’m doin a new 60 gal compressor- need more Info

[@PacForeTravel]

Video is well done!!👍🏻👍🏻🎥🎥

[@scottmcgee7192]

Can you provide the part number for the Nema 6-30 to ROJ 30 amp power cord? Cant find one anywhere locally. Awesome Video.

[@threesonsrestorations4043]

OCSParts 105310 on Amazon is the one I used

[@mattola6]

How well does 60 gallons work with a harbor freight sandblast cabinet? Typically only blasting nothing more complex than vehicle wheels and automobile / off-road vehicle parts... thanks!

[@threesonsrestorations4043]

It works extremely well, as long as the air is dry! The only limitation is waiting on the compressor, if you're doing a ton of work at one time. I'm not typically blasting more than 30 minutes at a time. I have the smaller of the two HF cabinets, as you see in this video. It needs some mods to make it a good box, but it does exactly what I need it to.

[@mattola6]

@@threesonsrestorations4043 perfect this is the response I was looking for. 30 minute blasting time with this compressor or MORE THAN ENOUGH for my intentions. Thank you

[@mattola6]

@@threesonsrestorations4043 Will it be okay to run just the compressor without any of the air drying plumbing with it?

[@fernandolara6814]

I bought the same power cord, it will work on the husky 60 gallon air compressor?

[@threesonsrestorations4043]

I don't know, I don't own a Husky compressor

[@Thomas998822]

Any concerns that your air compressor is 155psi max yet the fist 3/4 valve right off the tank is only rated for 150psi?

[@threesonsrestorations4043]

No. I don't run much past 100psi for my operations

[@Thomas998822]

@@threesonsrestorations4043 ok cool. 155psi l is close to rated 150 anyway and the valve is probably able to handle more. I was asking because I'm new to all of this and my compressor is 175psi max and I don't know if that is still doable on a 150max valve, considering the regulator is past the valve and the valve being right off the tank it will see that full pressure...

[@threesonsrestorations4043]

@@Thomas998822 Most air tools are rated for a max PSI of around 120, which is why I don't typically go beyond 100 when I'm working. Yes, my regulators could bring it down to 100 if I wanted them to, but I'm not doing constant work and therefore don't rely on my compressor to auto-shut itself off. If that's a concern for you, you could put a regulator right off the compressor before you begin your piping.

[@chrismckeague4269]

Well done my friend

[@PowerSports]

Your compressor is way too close to the wall, there's a fan back there that's pushing air over the air pump, and you're not really giving it enough room to breathe. Otherwise, this video was super helpful.

[@threesonsrestorations4043]

That may be what the mfg wants, but this is a case where an instruction booklet meets real-life work situations and space constrictions: I'm not wasting another 10 inches of precious floor space in a 2-car garage if I don't have to! Fortunately, my work allows for the duty cycle to be low, so heat is not an issue for me. Others who use their compressor for hours at a time may need to follow your advice. Thanks for the compliment!

[@lsxjunkie]

How do you like the compressor?

[@threesonsrestorations4043]

It does really well! I've had zero issues with it thus far. I do try to do regular oil changes on it (~twice a year), and I don't let air/moisture sit in the tank when I'm not using it for a prolonged period of time. I don't base those actions on any hard facts, just feel better doing it and hope it improves longevity. My only limitation is my location: I live in a suburb with houses close to one another, so I have to put in some thought about when I turn it on and for how long I use it so that I don't tick off my neighbors with the noise too much.

[@lsxjunkie]

@@threesonsrestorations4043 does it keep up with the blast cabinet good?

[@threesonsrestorations4043]

@@lsxjunkie Before I installed a metering valve, I'd turn on the compressor and fill it up, blast for about 5 minutes at 90psi before the compressor would kick on, and it would stay on for about 4-5 minutes. I would never have to wait on it. Now, I can blast at a lower psi so that the air lasts a lot longer. So yes, it's just fine for what I'm doing!

[@lsxjunkie]

@@threesonsrestorations4043 what metering valve did you get?

[@lsxjunkie]

@@threesonsrestorations4043 ok so that metering valve has a larger port in it allowing you to turn down the regulated air psi.