A compressor with an air tank will last longer also, as the motor has time to cool down when the pressure switch shuts it off when at it's predetermined pressure. If you get one without a tank it is a good idea if possible to buy one that has a footswitch to turn it on and off as it will not get as hot as if you left it running all the time.
Heat is what kills air compressors.
Mike
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