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The requirements for the compressor are: | The requirements for the compressor are: | ||
- | * Air pressure of 70 PSI (in the spec sheet this is written as [[http://www.wolframalpha.com/input/?i=0.5+MPa|0.5 MPa (Mega Pascals)]] | + | * Air pressure of 70 PSI (in the spec sheet this is written as [[http://www.wolframalpha.com/input/?i=0.5+MPa|0.5 MPa (Mega Pascals)]] **note we ended up needing 85 PSI** |
* Air volume capability of 2-3 CFM (60-80 Liters/min) | * Air volume capability of 2-3 CFM (60-80 Liters/min) | ||
* Clean, dry air - this means you'll want a compressor that is oil-free and comes with a moisture/particle filter. | * Clean, dry air - this means you'll want a compressor that is oil-free and comes with a moisture/particle filter. | ||
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There are likely multiple good companies that sell compressors. We aren't compressor-experts so likely there are better options, if you know any, simply add them below! | There are likely multiple good companies that sell compressors. We aren't compressor-experts so likely there are better options, if you know any, simply add them below! | ||
- | First, we looked at what the MDC distributor suggested! [[http://www.manncorp.com/air-compressors/panther/|Manncorp suggests the "Panther PC106" for $2400]] This machine is almost certainly drop-shipped direct from Werther, the US distributor of the "PC106" ({{:accessories:pc106.pdf|PC106 Datasheet}}). We got a quote for the compressor of $1500. Freight was another $150 or so as its rather heavy and they don't ship via UPS. | + | First, we looked at what the MDC distributor suggested! [[http://www.manncorp.com/air-compressors/panther/|Manncorp suggests the "Panther PC106" for $2400]] This machine is almost certainly drop-shipped direct from Werther, the US distributor of the "PC106" ({{:accessories:pc106.pdf|PC106 Datasheet}}). We got a direct quote from Werther for the compressor of $1500. Freight was another $150 or so as its rather heavy and they don't ship via UPS. So we went with that. |
- | The PC106 is actually the "Compact 106" from [[http://www.fiac.it/main_eng.asp|FIAC, an Italian manufacturer]]. Their USA distributor is [[http://www.werther.com|Werther]] International. So basically, a $500 compressor is sold to Werther for $800 who sells it for $1500 to Manncorp who sells it to you for $2400. Yay middlemen! :) | + | The PC106 is actually the "Compact 106" from [[http://www.fiac.it/main_eng.asp|FIAC, an Italian manufacturer]]. Their USA distributor is [[http://www.werther.com|Werther]] International. So basically, FIAC manufactures the compressor for $500, it's sold to Werther for $800 who sells it for $1500 to Manncorp who sells it to you for $2400. Yay middlemen! :) |
[[http://www.werther.com|Werther]] has a few oil-free compressors they sell that will do the job, [[http://www.werther.com/products/Oil-Free-Compressors/ProductList.html?search=1&strCriteria=0&HCatid=5&strSearch=category&cboSelCategory=5&category=5&va=1| so check the list of "Oil free compressors"]]. | [[http://www.werther.com|Werther]] has a few oil-free compressors they sell that will do the job, [[http://www.werther.com/products/Oil-Free-Compressors/ProductList.html?search=1&strCriteria=0&HCatid=5&strSearch=category&cboSelCategory=5&category=5&va=1| so check the list of "Oil free compressors"]]. | ||
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The PC106 has a 1/4" NPT female connection. Check with the compressor manufacturer before buying the fitting, as compressors vary in their outlet size and gender. Note that 1/4" NPT is pretty common for American-sold compressors, and measures 1/2" in diameter (which is a little confusing at first). The tubing uses "push to connect" which is a black plastic with stainless steel teeth inside. We got our 8mm push-to-connect / male 1/4" NPT at [[http://www.mcmaster.com|mcmaster carr]], part #5225K715 for about $5 each. | The PC106 has a 1/4" NPT female connection. Check with the compressor manufacturer before buying the fitting, as compressors vary in their outlet size and gender. Note that 1/4" NPT is pretty common for American-sold compressors, and measures 1/2" in diameter (which is a little confusing at first). The tubing uses "push to connect" which is a black plastic with stainless steel teeth inside. We got our 8mm push-to-connect / male 1/4" NPT at [[http://www.mcmaster.com|mcmaster carr]], part #5225K715 for about $5 each. | ||
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+ | It screws onto the compessor, with a little help of a spanner. There is threadlock on the fitting to keep it leak-free. | ||
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+ | Then push the 8mm tubing in to lock in place! | ||
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===== Machine table ===== | ===== Machine table ===== | ||
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So you have a machine, but you can't just operate it on the floor! You'll need a table of some sort to set it onto! This keeps the machine at easy-reach, gives you more storage, and can make moving it easier. | So you have a machine, but you can't just operate it on the floor! You'll need a table of some sort to set it onto! This keeps the machine at easy-reach, gives you more storage, and can make moving it easier. | ||
- | The MDC 7722 is 30" x 30" which makes it a little annoying to find a good table. Most worktables are 2' wide. We ended up going with a stainless steel kitchen work table. These are available in nearly any size, and are not unreasonably priced. We got [[http://www.advancetabco.com/|Advance Tabco]] model AG-300 / [[http://www.kclcutsheets.com/PDF/AD/economy_worktables.pdf|ELAG-300]] which is 36" high and 30"x30" stainless steel top, with plastic rubber feet. Its pretty easy to move around and solidly made. | + | The MDC 7722 is 30" x 30" which makes it a little annoying to find a good table. Most worktables are 2' wide. We ended up going with a stainless steel kitchen work table. These are available in nearly any size, and are not unreasonably priced. We got [[http://www.advancetabco.com/|Advance Tabco]] model AG-300 / [[http://www.kclcutsheets.com/PDF/AD/economy_worktables.pdf|ELAG-300]] which is 36" high and 30"x30" stainless steel top, with plastic rubber feet. Its pretty easy to move around and solidly made. We paid $320 w/freight from [[http://www.atlantafixture.com/Detail.aspx?ItemId=401668&S=1|Atlanta Fixture]], but of course it is drop-shipped direct from Advance Tabco, our came via UPS ground. |
They look kinda like this (the -300 is square-top of course) | They look kinda like this (the -300 is square-top of course) | ||
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With the machine on, it looks like this: | With the machine on, it looks like this: | ||
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