Mike's WORKSHOP: A mini-compressor system for the workshop

摘要

When I first set up my metal working workshop I already had a small 1.5 HP compressor with a 6-litre tank. Previously, this had been mainly used for tyre inflation and the occasional paint spray job. I installed this compressor in the room next to my metal working workshop and I used it for cleaning out blind holes after drilling and tapping as well as other cleaning operations. I did not like this system because the compressor was quite loud, even though it was situated in the next room, and it would switch on at random intervals to maintain the tank at pressure. These sudden start ups would sometimes startle me which was rather disconcerting when working close to fast turning machines. The other thing I disliked was the fact that when used with a blow gun there was simply too much air and particles of dirt and swarf would fly in all directions.