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Compressor question.
Posted by patrick206 on Sunday, July 11, 2021 2:55 PM

I know about the airbrushing and painting section, I just think my question may reach more folks here.

When I'm done with the compressor I always drain it, never see or feel any moisture leaving the drain valve. My question is, is it best to leave the valve open until next use, or close it?

I'm guessing the open position could help with drying/evaporating any residual moisture film left on the tank walls, if any actually does remain. The compressor is a California Air Tools, twin cylinders with 6 gal. aluminum tank.

If someone with specific info could offer an opinion, it would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Patrick 

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    June 2021
Posted by rocketman2000 on Monday, July 12, 2021 7:38 AM

Doesn't make much difference.  As far as draining after each use, you are doing the right thing- most of us are too lazy- we just do it periodically.  Yours will last longer than mine.

Don Stauffer in Minnesota

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    March 2013
Posted by patrick206 on Monday, July 12, 2021 1:51 PM

Thanks, Rocketman-

I'm likely overthinking it, I've been at this for decades, never lost a tank to moisture damage. But this one is the best I've had, and I hope to make it last for the rest of the ride, (I'm 80.)

Patrick

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    June 2021
Posted by rocketman2000 on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 8:40 AM

Patrick, I meant to mention, but forgot, that there is a forum down below in the tools, techniques and reference materials, called Painting and Airbrushing, that has a lot of traffic about airbrushes and compressors.

 

Don Stauffer in Minnesota

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Posted by plasticjunkie on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 11:36 AM

Patrick

My Campbell Housefeld Compressor is over 18 years old and I drain it once in a while. A good compressor will last you till the cows come home. 

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