Which Compressor?
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Ran the new Daystate 4500 compressor for the first time this morning. It filled a 75 cu ft carbon fiber tank from empty to 4500 psi in 21 minutes. Very pleased so far.
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According to the maintenance guide in the Daystate Owner's Manual, the valves in all 4 stages should be checked and replaced as necessary at the 500 hr mark.
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Agree. It's one of the factors I considered. Like I said above, 21 mins to fill 75 cu ft CF tank from 0 to 4500 psi (new tank) and then only 5 mins or so to top off the tank afterwards, it's going to be a very long time before a rebuild is necessary especially if the compressor is being used only for personal use. Being over 70 yrs of age, I figure I won't have to worry about a rebuild. In addition, parts are readily available for this compressor. Will have to wait and see how many gun recharges per tank fill. My FX Royale 400 has the newer 480 cc carbon fiber bottle. I was pleasantly surprised at how quiet the Daystate 4500 compressor runs."dodge3500"500 hoursnot bad for a 3000$ dollar compressor.
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Who actually makes the daystate?I think coltri or nuvair maybe?but I'm not really sure.I was looking at Bauer but for 4000$ plus and then shipping the daystate looking better all the time.
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My compressor was packaged with Coltri markings all over it even though it is marketed/sold by Daystate. Bauer is top of the line and way more money as you already know. They advertise 1000 to 1500 hrs of run time prior to a rebuild. If I had a business like air gun, paint ball, or scuba I'd go for the Bauer. But, for personal use the Daystate is the ticket for me. You are where I was prior to deciding on Daystate.
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I picked up my scuba tanks today from the hydro guy and I asked him what type of compressor he uses to fill tanks?and he replied a coltri.
Ooh and he only charges 5$ to fill tanks.I just acquired 2 88cf Scott air packs he's gonna hydro and fill for me.I'll be set with 2 scubas (3000 psi) and 2 88cf (4500 psi) with a compressor once I buy it.I plan on shooting alot once I start. Lol the wife doesn't know it yet but she's gonna be getting a PCP pellet gun for Christmas.
Ooh and he only charges 5$ to fill tanks.I just acquired 2 88cf Scott air packs he's gonna hydro and fill for me.I'll be set with 2 scubas (3000 psi) and 2 88cf (4500 psi) with a compressor once I buy it.
I plan on shooting alot once I start. Lol the wife doesn't know it yet but she's gonna be getting a PCP pellet gun for Christmas.Upvote 0
WOW. Sounds like you are all set. Had there been a business near my home which filled tanks for $5 I probably would not have a compressor. Nice Christmas gift for the wife."dodge3500"I picked up my scuba tanks today from the hydro guy and I asked him what type of compressor he uses to fill tanks?and he replied a coltri.
Ooh and he only charges 5$ to fill tanks.I just acquired 2 88cf Scott air packs he's gonna hydro and fill for me.I'll be set with 2 scubas (3000 psi) and 2 88cf (4500 psi) with a compressor once I buy it.
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So say even at a high average of 10min per fill this gives 6 per hr or 3000 per rebuild. My fills are $8 plus gas to and from. Not counting the cost of electric at a $3K price this is $1 per fill (before rebuild)l. If the units needs a 30Amp circuit at 115volts this means it uses under 3500watts. So 3.5Kw @ average of 12cents is 42cents per hour to run so this adds 7 cents for each fill. So each fill I would be "saving" $6.93. This means after 433 fills the compressor has paid for itself. If I fill my bottle 5 times per week then it's paid for after 2 years, and this is not including the wear and tear on my truck."sunnyside"
Agree. It's one of the factors I considered. Like I said above, 21 mins to fill 75 cu ft CF tank from 0 to 4500 psi (new tank) and then only 5 mins or so to top off the tank afterwards, it's going to be a very long time before a rebuild is necessary especially if the compressor is being used only for personal use. Being over 70 yrs of age, I figure I won't have to worry about a rebuild. In addition, parts are readily available for this compressor. Will have to wait and see how many gun recharges per tank fill. My FX Royale 400 has the newer 480 cc carbon fiber bottle. I was pleasantly surprised at how quiet the Daystate 4500 compressor runs."dodge3500"500 hours
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Is this right? anyone see any flaws? If not I'm considering a compressor more seriously now......
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I just need to get my compressor, fill whip and my 2 88cf tanks hydro done then I'm good to go.I can tell anyone this (to get into the PCP gun hobby its not cheap by any means). Oh sure you can start out fairly reasonable but for some reason one cannot stop there,its an addiction.
Best of luck in your shooting and keep up informed on the daystate. I'll probably be getting me one at the end of October.
I can tell anyone this (to get into the PCP gun hobby its not cheap by any means). Oh sure you can start out fairly reasonable but for some reason one cannot stop there,its an addiction.Best of luck in your shooting and keep up informed on the daystate. I'll probably be getting me one at the end of October.
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BigTinBoatSo say even at a high average of 10min per fill this gives 6 per hr or 3000 per rebuild. My fills are $8 plus gas to and from. Not counting the cost of electric at a $3K price this is $1 per fill (before rebuild)l. If the units needs a 30Amp circuit at 115volts this means it uses under 3500watts. So 3.5Kw @ average of 12cents is 42cents per hour to run so this adds 7 cents for each fill. So each fill I would be "saving" $6.93. This means after 433 fills the compressor has paid for itself. If I fill my bottle 5 times per week then it's paid for after 2 years, and this is not including the wear and tear on my truck."sunnyside"
Agree. It's one of the factors I considered. Like I said above, 21 mins to fill 75 cu ft CF tank from 0 to 4500 psi (new tank) and then only 5 mins or so to top off the tank afterwards, it's going to be a very long time before a rebuild is necessary especially if the compressor is being used only for personal use. Being over 70 yrs of age, I figure I won't have to worry about a rebuild. In addition, parts are readily available for this compressor. Will have to wait and see how many gun recharges per tank fill. My FX Royale 400 has the newer 480 cc carbon fiber bottle. I was pleasantly surprised at how quiet the Daystate 4500 compressor runs."dodge3500"500 hours
Thanks
Is this right? anyone see any flaws? If not I'm considering a compressor more seriously now......
Well my fills are 5 bucks but my drive time to and from is about an hour and 15 minutes so if your logic is close you just sold me on a daystate compressor. I mean with your own compressor your saving money in travel expenses, fill costs and hydro and inspection costs that add up fast.
Thanks on your info.
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The spec sheet shows 2.2 kw running power for the 115 volt unit. Max current for an electric motor is normally at start up when power is applied so I'd guess near 30 amp at start up, but less when running. Can you imagine how long it will take to do 3000 tank refills. I used similar logic to justify buying the Daystate compressor. I purchased mine at Precision Air Guns since they currently have free shipping plus Jim was very helpful without a lot of sales pressure."BigTinBoat"
So say even at a high average of 10min per fill this gives 6 per hr or 3000 per rebuild. My fills are $8 plus gas to and from. Not counting the cost of electric at a $3K price this is $1 per fill (before rebuild)l. If the units needs a 30Amp circuit at 115volts this means it uses under 3500watts. So 3.5Kw @ average of 12cents is 42cents per hour to run so this adds 7 cents for each fill. So each fill I would be "saving" $6.93. This means after 433 fills the compressor has paid for itself. If I fill my bottle 5 times per week then it's paid for after 2 years, and this is not including the wear and tear on my truck."sunnyside"
Agree. It's one of the factors I considered. Like I said above, 21 mins to fill 75 cu ft CF tank from 0 to 4500 psi (new tank) and then only 5 mins or so to top off the tank afterwards, it's going to be a very long time before a rebuild is necessary especially if the compressor is being used only for personal use. Being over 70 yrs of age, I figure I won't have to worry about a rebuild. In addition, parts are readily available for this compressor. Will have to wait and see how many gun recharges per tank fill. My FX Royale 400 has the newer 480 cc carbon fiber bottle. I was pleasantly surprised at how quiet the Daystate 4500 compressor runs."dodge3500"500 hours
Thanks
Is this right? anyone see any flaws? If not I'm considering a compressor more seriously now......
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