Opinion on selecting an Air Compressor

[Lloyd Cimprich]

I am considering buying a Porter Cable (Oil less) C5100-1 Compressor. I think it is a 20 Gallon, 5(Peak) Hp 135 PSI Unit. It is a special clearance (new) unit on sale for $340 CAN / $260 US. It will not get frequent use but I hope to use it for:

General Purpose Spaying - Boat, Car, siding, etc. Auto repair - Impact Wrench, Rachet, Tire pump, chisel, etc. Nailing up at cottage - Stapes 1.5 - 2 inch and brads.

I think this is an old model being cleared out as I cannot find on Porter Cable site.

Any advice/opinions would be appreciated.

TIA

[cm]

Oil-less compressors are typically very loud. Most tools are rated by psi/cfm ratings not HP/Gallons. I would think the compressor would be fine for occasional use. I have a similar size comp. and occasionally have to let it catch up when using sprayers and impact wrenches.

Craig in AZ.

[Childfree Scott]

Personally, I'd go with one that uses oil. But if you not going to be using it much an oil-less is probably OK.