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What are some must-have air compressor accessories?
An air hose long enough for your needs is a must-have accessory, and tee fittings can split air output so you can quickly switch between tools. Pressure regulators are often used with pressure-sensitive tools like airbrushes or paint sprayers.
What parts are needed for an air compressor?
If you want to make the most of your air compressor, you’ll want to make sure you have the right air tool fittings and accessories to easily hook it up to your tools. Air hoses and reels can help you work further from your air compressor without needing to move it, and make it easy to keep hoses organized and tidy.
Are all air compressor attachments universal?
Most air compressor attachments are sized for 1/4-inch NPT, and universal couplers will accept most common plugs.
What attachments are needed to connect air tools to a compressor?
A plug and coupler are needed to connect air tools to compressors, usually through a hose.
What are the most important features of a good air compressor?
The horsepower rating and capacity are the most important features of an air compressor. Horsepower rating measures how powerful the compressor motor is and affects how quickly it will refill after use. Capacity measures how many gallons of compressed air it will hold and is especially important when using highpower tools that consume lots of air. Whether a compressor is powered by electricity or gas can also be important depending on where you need to run it.
