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Workshop air buying guide

Size the compressor around the work, not the tank badge.

Compressed-air systems are a demand calculation. Start with the tools you need to run, how often they run and whether they overlap, then check delivered airflow, pressure, receiver, duty cycle and electrical supply.

Size my compressor Air-tool guide

Choose the route that matches your garage

Demand first. Compressor second.
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Garage air compressors

Choose around the tools, duty cycle, receiver and power available in a home or working garage.

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Workshop air compressors

Plan compressed air for a professional workshop around real simultaneous demand and future capacity.

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Air compressor for air tools

Match compressor delivery to impact wrenches, sanders, spray equipment and other pneumatic tools.

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What size compressor do I need?

Understand CFM, pressure, receiver size and duty cycle before choosing a machine.

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Air Compressor Size Calculator

Select the tools you use and get a practical starting specification for compressor capacity.

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Before you buy

Six numbers matter more than headline horsepower

Manufacturer terminology varies. Compare the same measures at the same operating pressure wherever possible.

Required tool airflow at working pressure

Whether tools run at the same time

Compressor delivered airflow / FAD

Receiver capacity

Duty cycle and recovery

Electrical supply and starting requirements

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Turn your air tools into a compressor specification.

The calculator uses indicative tool-demand ranges to produce a planning starting point. Confirm actual tool consumption and the compressor manufacturer's delivered-air data before purchase.

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Where to buy

Air compressors to consider

Prices and availability can change.

A selection of compressors relevant to different workshop requirements. Check specifications against your required CFM, power supply and duty cycle before buying.

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