dobbslc
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I'll check this.What is the pressure guage on the tank reading when you turn the regulator to max?
If it isn't showing you something like full tank pressure (probably around 10 bar) then you have a problem.
Thread discussing pump up times here:
https://www.mig-welding.co.uk/forum/threads/how-long-does-your-compressor-take-to-fill.111381/
If you aren't getting anything much out of it, then it could be an issue with the regulator on the compressor - looks similar to a clarke one I had which wasn't great at all.
Or the pressure pot gauge might be knackered and giving a false reading.
Lots of variables, so go back to basics and fault find it logically.
One option would be to get a pressure gauge that you have some confidence in and screw an airline fitting on it, then take a reading at the tank reg, make sure they agreed, then move to the end of the hose and check there.
That way you have eliminated the regulator, hose and couplings. You would expect a few psi pressure drop, but it should be minimal over a short hose.
I was thinking about doing this for my impact gun but never did as I got a battery one.However just because you have pressure doesn't necessarily mean you have flow.
Another option would be to remove the regulator from the tank, stick in a reduction bush, put your hose directly on it, and then see if you have an improvement in performance, that would show if the regulator was the issue.
I have air tools so I'll just check I'm getting some decent air flow through everything.Make sure the pressure pot is rated for whatever the tank pressure is though.
Its just going to be a process of working through it methodically until you find the issue.
Do you have any other air tools, a tyre inflator? Anything that might give you an indication of if you are getting the correct pressure and performance.
I'm wondering what is the best bet as far as using the pressure pot or the Clemco type gun in the cabinet itself?
Thanks for the reply.