New, 7000 PSI Compressors from AEA:

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doly.the.sheep said:
I doubt dudes at AEA are dumb enough to put out a $990 compressor without testing it for hundreds of hours.
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AEA manufactures airguns too, unlike GX.
Their semi-autos have issues, but they keep refineing, and pushing forward, where as other manufactures gave up on semi-autos.
They offer 3 very unique airgun niches... 1. semi-auto, 2. extreme power/high pressure, and/or 3. large caliber.
So this extreme, high pressure compressor fits very well into their existing business model.
 
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well I got to wondering about the air pressure if 7000 psi.. I've seen it argued here on the forum both ways.. some said that you don't actually get much usable air increase over 4300 psi.. something about how much the air can compress before you can't add more.
I don't think I care to be around air over 4300.. I have thought long and hard and still can't decide about getting a bottle since mine is expired and leaking..I'm just not really comfortable with the exposed valve and if that's not enough.. the carbon fiber tank too.. I'm just used to welding bottles and they are fairly safe as long as they don't fall over on the valve.. last time I got the nitrogen exchanged I asked why no valve cover and it is a small tank I think 45 cu ft.. they said no problem and brought out one that was made with a screw top lid like the oxygen tank..
just lots of questions and not much answers..
Mark
 
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Airgun Al said:
AEA manufactures airguns too, unlike GX.
Their semi-autos have issues, but they keep refineing, and pushing forward, where as other manufactures gave up on semi-autos.
They offer 3 very unique airgun niches... 1. semi-auto, 2. extreme power/high pressure, and/or 3. large caliber.
So this extreme, high pressure compressor fits very well into their existing business model.
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GX focuses on compressors (damn fine ones, in fact), without distraction with other product lines.

Not sure what your point was?
 
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F6Hawk said:
GX focuses on compressors (damn fine ones, in fact), without distraction with other product lines.

Not sure what your point was?
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AEA manufactures airguns too, unlike GX.
Their semi-autos have issues, but they keep refineing, and pushing forward, where as other manufactures gave up on semi-autos.
They offer 3 very unique airgun niches... 1. semi-auto, 2. extreme power/high pressure, and/or 3. large caliber.
So this extreme, high pressure compressor fits very well into their existing business model.
 
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Looks like these AEA ReadyAir 7000 psi compressors are now available.
$900 after a 10% discount!
More expensive than I had imagined, but maybe prices will decline as availability increases...


www.epicairguns.shop

AEA Airguns 480 BAR/7000 PSI Air Compressor

Disclaimer: For European customers, the voltage converter is NOT required. The AEA PCP Air Compressor is compatible with the standard European voltage (220V) and can also operate via a car's 12V power supply. Please select the appropriate variant for your region : 220V / CAR 12V. Introducing...
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Airgun Al said:
I believe that my 4500 psi cf tanks get tested to 7500 psi.
Technically speaking, typical c.f. tanks should be tested every 5 years, and discarded after 15 years.
Please be careful!
Most legitiment buisness's wont even fill a tank, if its inspection is out of date, or the lifespan is expired.
Years ago there were some nasty photos, of a carbon fiber tank that exploded in someones house, and the scenes were gruesome to say the least.
$45 for testing seems high, and Id suggest shopping around.
But even at $45, its a great investment and peace of mind, in my opinion!
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So where are the pics? I keep seeing your warnings of exploding air bottles, now it's years ago there were some pictures???
I'm sceptical. I contend that the danger is greatly overblown with regard to expired high quality firefighters SCBA bottles. Please prove me wrong with photos or reports that provide proof.
 
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Airgun Al said:
Here is one incident:
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Thanks for posting that. I want everyone to be safe. Other than an air bottle exploding it gives no useful data whatsoever.
Consider these CF or Aramid wrapped SCBA bottles and the service they are designed and engineered for. SCBA bottles are body worn in burning buildings, the bottles are designed to NOT fail violently.
How is it that 15 years is the designated service life? CF and Aramid along with polyester or epoxy resins do not change appreciably over time. The aluminum liner will not change at all unless moisture is present.
I shall continue to buy and use "expired" SCBA bottles, I'll purchase one more 30 minute and the valves and fittings to gang them, and allow removal of one of the two for field and range use. The expired 30 minute bottles go for 40-50 bucks. When I figure out the proper fittings and valves I shall post pics. Strikes me as a good way to go, 9 liters for home, 4.5 liters for the field. Less than 100 bucks for the air bottles. The parts and fittings will be about another hundred.
 
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Airgun Al said:
This very recent video (link below) is all that I know.
Apparently, its been in the works for some time, and the only delay is waiting for D.O.T. approval.
I assume DOT approval is necessary due to the ability to operate it with a automotive 12 Volt battery.
But then again, are other compressors DOT approved?

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So I bought this and used it to fill my 6.8 l scuba tank. Is this meant for this?
 
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