For the type of work you are going to do get as big a compresser in 2 Stage as you can aford. I have a 2 Stage and it's 165 PSI. MAX. 5HP. 220 Volt rated @ 18.8 CFM @90 PSI. 60 Gal. Vertial Tank. Running a HF. Sand Blaster I can take this 2 stage down if I push it hard but havent had any problem with air tools yet. The 2 Stage is a great unit from HF. contrary to some who think they put out junk tools. For home there is no need to spend $2500.00 - $3000.00 on a compressor for home use unless you will use it day in and day out. I have had this compressor 2 years and had a bad compressor when it was brand new but I think it was not properly torked on the rod bearing at the factory. They sent out a new unit and got in in 2 days. When I offered to send the other back they said keep it for parts down the line. I HAVE HAD ZERO PROBLEMS SINCE! I have worked the snot out of it in 2 years being retired. Almost forgot I gave $599.00 plus tax out the door and I have got my money out of it in saved labor.
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