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If you are looking for a quiet air compressor, check out this model from California Air Tools. Not only is it quiet, but it is also a good quality compressor at a reasonable price. Maybe the best compressor in its class. What do you think?
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The 8 gallon version spec sheet at Lowe's says its not for Framing nailing but the 2.2 SCFM seems like it would still function. Do you find that for DIY framing, 1 outlet/user, that the 8gallon would work? Thanks for the video.
I'm surprised it's not enough for air tools like impact guns.
Thanks for this video!!! I have been chasing my tail with trying to fix my California compressor. I have called customer service 5 different times with no one answering the phone or returning my messages. Ive considered giving up and buying a different brand, but i like the power and how quiet it is… so I am trying to repair it. I have little mechanical experience and would love some guidance.
Great review. I have the 8 gallon of this and after my extensive testing of different similar compressors I concluded this is the quietest thing ever. My only complaint is that I wish it was 10-30psi higher. Do you know if I can adjust the max psi on this or would that be dangerous?
Just returned mine, leaked 30+ PSI in 10 hours. Fit and finish was nice, unit is light weight if you buy aluminum.
Can two of these be run simultaneously into a common hose? Do I just need check valves between them? They don't seem to like to start if there's any back pressure they have to work against.
Great review! I was thinking of purchasing their 10 gallon model with an aluminum tank but read some negative reviews on Lowe’s website about service issues from the mfg. Although you ultimately got satisfaction, in the past four years since you posted the review service among companies in general, IMO, has plummeted so I will continue my search for another brand. If I were to purchase it and have an issue such as you did and get the same run-around, I would be pretty upset with myself for not heeding the warning signs. Thanks again!
Aluminum doesn’t have fatigue limits which means not suitable for air tank! It should be heaver than steel because they need to be thicker.
My woodshop is my basement. I live in an end unit townhouse, so there's a neighbor just the other side of one wall. My current compressor (a Hitachi) is as loud as a lawn mower, so I ordered a small California compressor off Amazon this week. Hopefully it'll be quiet enough that I can stop annoying the neighbor next door. 😏
Have you had any problems with the piston rings failing?
What you call the muffler is the air filter for intake air. Like the air filter on top of your carberater or throttle body.
Would this be a good compressor for cleaning refrigerator coils?
I had 4 of these in various sizes. I will not purchase anymore. Customer service becomes very important in an industrial application and these guy's at California air tools are horrible. I'll buy ear protection before I buy another of these. The more you have the more they break and the harder it is to get warranty or even parts from these bums. last time for me, and no more Huskie either for the same reason.
So far, seen two different Internet videos complaining about major unchecked defects from "brand new" California Air Compressors.
I liked it when it ran, the r.eed valves or whatever inside that keeps it building pressure is shot. Not worth fixing, but it was really nice and quiet. Too bad they build shit so cheap. Going back to my heavy Rolair
LOL you did the whole video and never turned on the compressor.
Nice, I just received my 8 gallon steel tank air compressor from the same company. I was hoping they had the aluminum model but they didn't have one. I purchased from Amazon and will set it up tonight after I tear down the old noisy pancake model. I offered the old pancake model to several folks and they do NOT want it b/c of the noise it emits. I'm looking forward to using the California Air compressor. Thanks again for the review. I viewed this video a year ago and enjoyed it for another viewing. Have a fine week. 👍🏽🙂
Hi @ToolMetrix 👋
I had a question, (it doesn’t entirely have to do with the tool in the video) for a paint spray gun (gravity feed) would a compressor (Bostitch 6 gal) that gives out 2.6cfm be good enough paired with a paint gun (Kobalt) that requires 2.9cfm? Or should I opt for a stronger compressor? Thanks! Sorry I know this question doesn’t have to do with California Air Tools
Hey Brother I have a question??
About buying this just to fill out tires once in the while ? Can I storage the air compressor if still fill with air or just drain it out the air ? Thank you in advance if you can answer me. And if you recommend any other options for me 🙏
Great Review. Knowing what you know now. Would you recommend me getting my pressure switch somewhere else?. Although I'm having trouble getting a replacement. My compressor is the model 8010 s/n 8010-356b. They have one in Amazon but rated for 220 v and mine it's 120 v. Thank you
Would a LPLV gun work well with this compressor?
It's important to remember that, the decibel scale is a logarithmic scale. So, if one compressor is 70 db and the second is 80 db, then that 80 db compressor is 10x's louder than the 70 db compressor.
I have a Porter Cable, a Kobalt and a DeWalt that all run and run and never build pressure.
They all look brand new. I regret getting rid of my Sears that worked trouble free for twenty five years.
That compressor didn't have the new fangled reed valves like the new ones.
I got one of these things, and it only runs continuously for 10mins… and then I cant use it for another day or two
How do you service it? Is there a filter or something that should be serviced?
I was looking for a small compressor to use💫 allabout.wiki/California for airbrushing but one that also had sufficient pressure for other light tasks. This compressor fits the bill perfectly. The sound is remarkably quiet. It is perfectly suitable for indoor use where others might be bothered by loud noise. You can easily converse while the compressor is running. The tank fills in under a minute and the pressure holds steady while airbrushing with the compressor running. Keep in mind that this is not going to support tools that demand high volume. It would be great for light tasks and a small finish nailer.There have been some posts expressing concern about the quality. My experience is that the fit and finish is very good. There were no significant air leaks and all of the parts seem very well put together. I've only had it for a short time so I cannot comment on longevity but I can say that, if you are looking for a small, quiet compressor that's a bit more beefy than the inexpensive diaphragm airbrush compressors, this is an outstanding choice.
Their customer service really sucks bad… I would search other providers for an aluminum tank. Good review, thanks. I bought only their tank, and all the fittings leaked, as others have stated too.
I’ve never owned a compressor, does it have a vacuum like feature?
Hello, how are you? My compressor turns on it works but when the tank is emptied it does not start again, what will happen to it, I started a solution recently, thank you
How can we fix this ,out of nowhere when turning it off it stared blowing air thru the size and got hot .any help would really appreciate thank you
I purchased a 2 hp model. Less than 10 hours on it and it broke a reed valve. Thinnest valves I've ever seen. Wouldn't recommend any of their overpriced crap.
I have the California Air Tools 8010A Ultra Quiet for a pressure pot, but I'm curious what else I can use it for. I presume an airbrush for miniature painting should be fine, but I don't know if I can dip into power tools. (8.0 Gallon Aluminum Air Tank)
Poor weld seams, bad customer service, and buying a product and not basically getting a decent workable product for more than 2 months would not work for me.
I just purchased one…Had a Craftsman and the noise was deafening….
Appreciate the honest review. 👍🏽🙂
Great job discussing this model. Thanks!
"It sprung a leak on the weld"? How good is the welding? I just watched a video where a steel tank, admittedly old and poorly maintained, exploded catastrophically in a garage. The owner was lucky he wasn't there. Pretty much destroyed his garage door, plus other serious damage. I'm not a tool guy per se, but this kind of freaked me out. Do you replace your tanks after a few years (provided the weld isn't bad in the first place!), or do you just keep using them, hoping good maintenance practices will suffice? Have you ever considered the wisdom of enclosing your tanks in a shielded area? I mean, is it something you worry about? I am asking because this is not my area of expertise. Thank you.
Whats a good reccomendation for size of air hose for this particular compressor, 1/4 or 3/8 better or dont matter too much. I would probably just go with 25 ft instead of 50 ft. Thanks
I bought 2-One gal. CATs @ $87.00 each. Also a Kobalt 8 ga.tank @ $49.00. Total $223.00.
The 8gal. is on Amazon for $279.00. =)
70dB in a garage, measured at 18 inches from the source is not too bad. The noise ratings for many things are likely made at 1 meter in a "sound proof" room. The garage you are in may add up to 5 decibels in sound energy reflected off of the hard floor or work table and other reflective surfaces.
I've got that same model and it is over three years old. and still runs as nicely as it did when it was brand new. I bought it because it is so quiet. My two previous compressors were both Porter Cable pancake compressors and they both crapped out after about a year. And they were so loud that you couldn't hold a conversation with somebody if you were in the same room as the compressor. The porter cables cost a little over $100 a piece and I got the CAT compressor for $150. It was well worth it and way cheaper when you tally up all the numbers. Of course, being an oilless compressor, it to will one day crap out. And I will definitely be getting another one from California Air Tools.
I am getting one from Lowes. Craftsman Air compressor gives me PTSD.
I’d rather have a steel tank over aluminum. More durable.
FYI that's not a muffler, its an air filter (intake), one of the first items in the manual.
I just ordered one, my porter cable is just too loud, It never leaked and works just fine but the noise in doors is way to high. It is totally unacceptable to be without a compresser for 2 months. So basically you have to buy another compressor untill they fix the problem-totally unacceptable, i wish i saw this before i ordered one.
yes, you missed the price.
how much?
Thanks for sharing, thumbs up!