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Make sure the compressor model you use has sufficient cubic feet per minute (CFM) output for the air tool you plan to connect. Most air tools will have an air requirement stated in terms of a spe- cific CFM at a specific pressure (PSI). Most com- mon is a rating at 90 PSI. Consult the chart below to determine the output of your compressor model.
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G8297 | 2.0 | 4.2 | 4.25 gal |
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G8298 | 2.5 | 5.8 | 4.25 gal |
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G8299 | 4.5 | 10 | 9.0 gal |
The compressor should put out a higher CFM than the tool requires. If connecting multiple tools which will be used simultaneously, then the CFM for each tool should be added together and com- pared to the compressor output value.
Consideration should also be given to the type of usage. A nailer or staple gun uses air in short bursts and it is easier for the compressor to main- tain pressure. A paint sprayer or grinder tends to use a more continuous stream of air as these tools are run for longer time periods. It is always better to oversize a compressor to allow for vari- ation in the type of usage and the number of tools to be powered. Air tools being operated with insufficient air volume will not perform their func- tion satisfactorily.
Connect the tool using a good quality air line with an adequate length to reach from the compressor to the point of use.
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G8297/G8298/G8299 Air Compressors | ||||||