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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, ​$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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 +This is the fitting
  
 {{:​mdcpickandplace:​8mmntpfitting.jpg|}} {{:​mdcpickandplace:​8mmntpfitting.jpg|}}
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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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 +{{:​mdcpickandplace:​4057533730_2875e57917.jpg|}}
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 +Then push the 8mm tubing in to lock in place!
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 +{{:​mdcpickandplace:​4059209960_e16c5ff6f3.jpg|}}
  
 ===== 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.
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 +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.
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 +They look kinda like this (the -300 is square-top of course)
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 +{{:​mdcpickandplace:​work_table.jpg|}}
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 +With the machine on, it looks like this:
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 +We put the shelf up 2' high to allow the compressor to sit underneath, and the computer on the shelf. This is pretty stable if you level the feet. We may end up clamping the machine to the table.
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 +{{:​mdcpickandplace:​4059204178_04e78217e3.jpg|}}
  
 ===== Computer ===== ===== Computer =====
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