What portable Air Compressor to buy?

Great advise all

jayhardy wrote:
Max pressure needed is 80psi

I would get at least a 125 psi compressor. It's always better to have the extra capacity.

I have a 110V Porter Cable that works great. But you'll need at least a 100 psi, and 120 psi would be better to fill tires to 80 psi. Most compressors have a bit of an issue getting to their rated pressure. Best to buy a higher rated unit and not have to wait so long to reach your desired pressure.

We needed one that would reach 110 psi for our G-rated tires, so we bought one rated for 120 psi. The previous one we did have that was rated for 110 psi simply wouldn't do the job.

Max pressure needed is 80psi

And under $100

Portable meaning travel with but 110

gbopp wrote:
I bought a Porter Cable 150 psi for our Southwind tires. It works great.

X2. Works well on my Sailun S637 tires and nailer/stapler. $107 on Amazon.

I am not a full timer, but in all the 20+ years i have never carried a compressor for the camper tires. :h


a couple of pounds here and there doesn't bother me.

rolair fc1500hbp2. $199. small tank direct drive to oiled compressor. regulator very compact vertical design. adjustable up to 150 psi great tire filler. Used mine today on the Outer Banks of NC to refill my truck tires from letting them down to 25 psi to drive in the sand.
6 yrs also on construction in camp driving trim nailers. Can drive 1/2" air wrenches with patience to let the pressure build back up. 5 sec. wait.

"It must be a portable unit."

Portable as in 12V, or portable as in able to carry around, either 12V or 120VAC?