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Customer reviews for 30 Gallon Portable Twin Cylinder Cast Iron Air Compressor
30 Gallon Portable Twin Cylinder Cast Iron Air Compressor
Powermate 30 gallon portable, twin cylinder, cast iron air compressor features an oil lubricated pump with a one piece cast iron crankcase, thermally stable cast iron cylinder body, aluminum head and machined cast iron valve plate, automotive style ball bearings, durable stainless steel reed valves, oil level sight glass, easily accessible oil fill and a 10 in. cast iron balanced fly wheel.
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(11 reviews) 11
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10 out of 11(91%)customers recommend this product.
Customer reviews for 30 Gallon Portable Twin Cylinder Cast Iron Air Compressor
Review 1 for 30 Gallon Portable Twin Cylinder Cast Iron Air Compressor
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30 Gallon Portable Twin Pump Compressor
,PostedApril 10, 2012
kranch
Age:65 or over
Gender:Male
Quality
5
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5
Value
5
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5
Very powerfull, and once is full, it take as little as 90 second to fill back to 150 PSI after use. I used it extensivley in my home shop for every thing needed with air tools. I have been using it every day for the last two weeks. Need almost a dedicated 20A line. Very well made, excellent desighn, Twin power motor makes it nice to have, lots of pressure and oil lubricated twin pump is vey quite. I should had this compressor a long time,and quit messing around with oiless compressors as I did for years. For the serious DIY home shop, this is the only way to go.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 2 for 30 Gallon Portable Twin Cylinder Cast Iron Air Compressor
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nice construction/excellent shipper(yellow frieght)(driver ray)
,PostedJanuary 25, 2012
olderndirt
Age:55 to 64
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:Professional
Length of ownership:1 month
Quality
3
/
5
Value
3
/
5
pump appears very well constructed!but for the size of the pump and the 33 gallon tank it takes a long time to reach cut off pressure and recover from cut in time to cut off times
No, I do not recommend this product.
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1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 3 for 30 Gallon Portable Twin Cylinder Cast Iron Air Compressor
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Top Of The Line For Home Use And Small Shops
,PostedJanuary 24, 2012
Gearz
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:Professional
Level of expertise:Advanced
Length of ownership:1 month
Quality
5
/
5
Value
4
/
5
I needed a 30 gallon air compressor so after searching the web i bought a Husky (VT6315) at a great price but after performing the break in the motor started to knock so it was returned and i bought this Powermate and what a difference in quality,this is quieter and easier to move and the belt cage isn't plastic.The tires are pneumatic not hard plastic or hard rubber and the tank is aluminum so it cuts down on weight and rust concerns.The delivery was excellent and the unit was not damaged but i would have like the driver to take the pallet and the container back but that's a small inconvenience as long as you have a truck and dump permit.Over all the extra money spent was worth the quality of the machine and it has a 2 year warranty!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 4 for 30 Gallon Portable Twin Cylinder Cast Iron Air Compressor
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home depot should carry this product in store
,PostedJanuary 11, 2012
steve
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:Professional
Level of expertise:Intermediate
Length of ownership:1 week
Quality
4
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5
Value
4
/
5
I've been researching similar products for some time and customer reviews are an important part of my decision to purchase this compressor.My last compressor was a powermate and lasted nearly 18 years. It's a shame the comparable "in store" product (Husky VT6315) has suffered recent quality issues and one must pay an additional $100 shipping for the preferrable Powermate.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 5 for 30 Gallon Portable Twin Cylinder Cast Iron Air Compressor
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Great product for a homeowner and small shops.
,PostedDecember 20, 2011
sawmillman
Age:65 or over
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:Professional
Level of expertise:Advanced
Length of ownership:1 month
Quality
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
An excellent value. Has all the features needed for air tools. Quiet operation is a plus. The cast iron compressor should last a long time.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 6 for 30 Gallon Portable Twin Cylinder Cast Iron Air Compressor
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Couldn't Be More Pleased
,PostedDecember 13, 2011
Woody
Age:65 or over
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:DIYer
Level of expertise:Advanced
Length of ownership:1 month
Quality
5
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5
Value
5
/
5
If you are looking for a great compressor at a great price, you can't go wrong with this Powermate 30. I have only owned it for about two weeks and couldn't be more pleased with the overall performance, appearance and quality of this unit. It is everything I wanted in a compressor; portable, quiet, fast pump up and designed to last for many years. I use it to power air nailers, sanders, paint gun and air rachets. It does great !
Yes, I recommend this product.
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3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 7 for 30 Gallon Portable Twin Cylinder Cast Iron Air Compressor
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product seems solid
,PostedSeptember 28, 2011
turner
Age:35 to 44
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:DIYer
Level of expertise:Intermediate
Length of ownership:1 month
Quality
4
/
5
Value
4
/
5
have only used it a few times but it seems solid and not as noisy as i thought the tank takes longer to fill up then what i thought also but i like it so far.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 8 for 30 Gallon Portable Twin Cylinder Cast Iron Air Compressor
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Only one tiny flaw...
,PostedMay 14, 2011
This is a surprisingly well-made, quiet, simple and effective compressor. I got it on sale for a very good price, so I hate to complain.
But the the black T-handle doo-dad you see in the pictures at the very bottom-middle...is missing on mine. All I have is a tiny, hard-to-grasp and turn knurled brass sleeve from which the handle probably broke before packing. I found no little bits in the packaging.
And the lack of a decent handle is a pain when it comes time to drain the tank.
Otherwise. I have no complaints.
But the the black T-handle doo-dad you see in the pictures at the very bottom-middle...is missing on mine. All I have is a tiny, hard-to-grasp and turn knurled brass sleeve from which the handle probably broke before packing. I found no little bits in the packaging.
And the lack of a decent handle is a pain when it comes time to drain the tank.
Otherwise. I have no complaints.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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4out of 4found this review helpful.
Review 9 for 30 Gallon Portable Twin Cylinder Cast Iron Air Compressor
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Good unit for the price
,PostedApril 30, 2011
The compressor appears adequate to the service for which it is advertised; easy to switch over to 240.
Cons: cheap construction; handles for moving are too short; bottom drain is inaccessible; belt/pulleys not properly aligned upon delivery.
Cons: cheap construction; handles for moving are too short; bottom drain is inaccessible; belt/pulleys not properly aligned upon delivery.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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5out of 8found this review helpful.
Review 10 for 30 Gallon Portable Twin Cylinder Cast Iron Air Compressor
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Just what I needed
,PostedApril 30, 2011
I was thinking about the 60gal unit, but really didn't want something that was a 'permanent' fixture. My space is limited. This unit is doing well. It is a bit noisier than I expected, but definitely an improvement over the pancake compressor. I would prefer an easier access to the release valve at the bottom. I have to get down on hands and knees to get at the valve.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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6out of 6found this review helpful.
Review 11 for 30 Gallon Portable Twin Cylinder Cast Iron Air Compressor
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cabinet spraying
,PostedApril 30, 2011
This unit is awsome!
I can spray any thing I may need in cabinetry.
The make air is as fast as discribed;
The 30 gal. tank covers all bases.
I used a $5000 unit before.
This unit does all that unit did and it is transportable.
This unit does all that unit did and it is transportable.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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10out of 10found this review helpful.