Compressor and Air Tools

[@eustacehyliger3487]

Thank you very much for your video and safety information. I have recently purchased my first air brad nailer and compressor. This video is a great help.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Eustace, Operating a new type of tool for the first few times is always interesting and certainly requires caution as you get used to a new way of doing things. Good luck. Peter

[@SalRez]

Peter, you are GOLDEN. Thank you for the video and knowledge.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Sal, Gosh, thank you so much. Peter

[@nedhalnooh]

Thank you for such an informative video. And thank you for the safety tip regarding the nailer.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful! Peter

[@orbepa]

I can't believe I haven't found this channel before now. Subscribed, Liked and Notify setup

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Paul, You have arrived at a time when I am trying to sell my house (and workshop) and move to a new property with, hopefully, a reasonable workshop. So, video production is not quite as frequent as my average but this will be sorted out soon (I hope). Peter

[@gazt42]

Been looking at compressors with a view to buying but was very confused about the size I would need. This has answered so many questions. Many thanks.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Graham, Cheers. Peter

[@Matt_4444]

Hi, im looking at getting a small compressor for my home workshop, thanks to you for your video, it was very informative.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@glennanderson8783]

Peter, excellent video as are all of your videos. I am glad that you mentioned about the brads going astray. I have had that happen and had to go to emergency room to have it removed. That did not make for a good day in my shop.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Glenn. I am told that it is a common accident. Peter

[@marklynch8781]

Ah yes. finally a wood working project on my level! Great job Peter, I hope you had some help moving the compressor to and from the attic.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Mark, I used a block and tackle so no problem really. Cheers. Peter

[@garrettlamb9916]

With that voice, you should be a film narrator, friend!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Garrett, You are very kind - cheers. Peter

[@emmachizzit9919]

Thank you very useful. Wish I had found this before buying my tools.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Emma, You can always use ebay to get rid of stuff !! Cheers. Peter

[@barryquinn5840]

Great presentation, thank you

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Barry, Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers. Peter

[@barryquinn5840]

@@NewBritWorkshop Having working knowledge of pressurised air systems with some tools can be your worst enemy when selecting one as without a thorough knowledge as you have displayed in the video one can very easily find yourself with a compressor which isn’t suitable for certain tools.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Barry, Thank you so much. Peter

[@paulcharman44]

The problem with long air hoses is the loss of pressure at the tool end. For up to 8m, 8mm bore is OK, anything longer should be 10mm. Personally, I made a 15mm copper pipe section from the compressor to the hose reel. Another point to watch out for is some of the fittings on the compressor, such as the valve before the connection fitting have a very small bore.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Paul, Many thanks for posting this advice. Peter

[@Handleyman]

You’re right. It does half hurt! I’ve done with a framing nailer. Ouch...

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi David, I too did it but I was so lucky as the nail only went in about 4 mm. There was a lot of blood for such a small wound. Peter

[@eversleyowl]

As I have just bought a compressor a very useful video, thank you for taking the time to make it. That compressor is very quiet and the oil free point re clean air for spraying is a good one, but isn't the CFM a bit low on that compressor for spraying?

[@NewBritWorkshop]

I am not into spraying but it will depend on what kit you wish to use. Peter

[@handyjim]

good video peter love the compressor very quiet

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Jim, I saw this in the first few weeks of its release in the UK and could not believe how good its was. Peter

[@MultiWarrior63]

Thanks Peter, great video buddy

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Ken, Many thanks. Peter

[@daves4026]

as other have said it has no regulator for an external tool adjustment. So would tend to stay well clear

[@michaelconnors9906]

I wanted to see our host lug the compressor up to the attic space. Also, how inconvenient is it to keep the compressor in the attic space if you should release the bleed valve at the end of every day the compressor is used?

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Michael. I have a block and tackle permanently rigged up for all the other heavy stuff and so it is very easy. Also. I only need to go 3 steps up to reach in and do the bleed valve. Peter

[@michaelconnors9906]

Thanks for the explanation.

[@Chucklesrailarchive]

I connected some air hose, with a bit of plumbing, direct to the bleed valve which is left fully open then inserted a shut of valve further along the line in a convenient spot to feed the vented air and water straight outside. I had a bit of a smile when you mentioned you had "a female connector for for your tool". Or is it my bad sense of humour?

[@2001DestructionofLies]

excellent tips, wanted to know if you ever thought about getting a cordless nailer ??? they now have them in 15 16 and 18 gauges too ..

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Matt, I did nearly buy one but I spent the money on something else. Cheers. Peter

[@richardsweeting9660]

Hi Peter, thanks for the video. As always I find them very useful. I'm planning on buying this (Swan 215-50) compressor but have concerns about whether it will cope with the framing nailer. I also have the Axminster framing nailer and the figures don't seem to work. The figures for this compressor seem to suggest that it won't deliver enough air. I appreciate you have used it - and I don't disbelieve you. I was wondering if you help me understand the numbers a bit more. (or anyone else for that matter)

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Richard, These things are not easy to understand and I am no expert. It is about free air delivery and technically for continuous use of the tool the FAD should be sufficient for the tool. I have the big framing nailer and used to use it on the smallest compressor that Axminster sold. The only drawback of this was that it was good for 3 nails in very quick succession and then one had to wait a few seconds whilst it regained pressure. I built my 10 m x 5 m barn with it ( and many sheds) and had no frustration at all. The new Swan has a far better FAD but still, technically, not up to the requirement of that framing nailer. It is 3 times better than my old compressor and so work fine for me. If you were a professional shed builder or roofer then you would want the full FAD for the tool. Good luck. Peter

[@richardsweeting9660]

@@NewBritWorkshop Thanks Peter. That's the bit that confuses me, as I've also used the framing nailer on a much smaller compressor. As always, I shall trust your judgement and go ahead with the purchase. Thanks for taking the time to reply.

[@kunjiklub]

I really enjoyed this tutorial. With your compressor stored in the attic can you turn it on/off remotely or do you have to access the attic each time?

[@NewBritWorkshop]

I had to reach up to a switch just above head height but after use I always had to go up a few steps in order to open the water drain valve so that the water in the tank was ejected. At my new location I have yet to decide where to put the compressor. Cheers. Peter

[@stuartdelamare4072]

Thanks for Another informative video Peter. Have you ever seen the systainer compressor it looks like a great idea but don’t no how practical it would be. Thanks again 👍🏼🇬🇬

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Stuart, I have not seen one close up and wonder whether the advantage of it being in a systainer outweighs its performance. Peter

[@richardmasters3571]

Is there a requirement to have your receiver pressure tested? I ask because I have sub-aqua cylinders which I'm obliged to have tested, though admittedly, my cylinders have a considerably higher pressure and are potentially more dangerous. Interesting vid, thank you.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Richard, I do not think that this sort of thing is necessary unless the law in the country you are in requires it. I have never had any of my compressors tested over the last 40 years. Peter

[@duanehurley2105]

Good day Peter, have you had the pleasure of playing with a "systainer compressor"? I'm so vested in the festool ecosystem that it makes sense for me to have one. Do you think spending three times as much is worth it. Here we have two choices. Rolair or Cadex. By the way, I'm only getting older. Best regards, Duane.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Duane, If you are using your tools at loads of different sites and therefore having to pack and unpack all the time then anything that makes that process easier and quicker will be of value. If you save 10 minutes a day by using a systainer based compressor then the extra cost could be recovered easily within 3 months depending on your hourly rate. I am not a compressor expert and so cannot give you any advice about the makes that you mention. I have a Swann from Axminster and it is brilliant. Peter

[@greggreavett7913]

Hello,I own the Cadex Sys 4.Italian made and well worth the extra cost because 90 percent of my work is on the road.Its integrated into my Festool sys cart system perfectly.I also like the fact the pumps protected from jobsite abuse. Its meant from trimmer jobs running brads and pinners.It can run two nailers no problem with a quick refresh rate.

[@wernerannee3081]

Oil less doesn't mean that Oil comes in th e compressed air. Für Oil is for the pressure Engine . Normaly you got a Maintenance Unit Witch have th e oiler for Tools etc

[@shadybad9836]

Agree

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Cheers. Peter