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Features
Grade
Consumer
Style
Portable - Vertical
CFM
4.0
Tank Size
20
- Porter Cable Quiet Air Compressor
- 80% quieter than standard oil-free compressors
- Rated at 69 dBA for indoor use where noise is an issue
- 1.5-HP Direct Drive Motor
- Up to 4X the life of standard induction oil-free compressors
- Perfect for spray painting, HVLP spray gun, brad and nail guns
- Oil-Free 4.0 CFM @ 90 PSI Pump
- No need for oil separators in your airline system
- Maintenance-free and provides clean air for tool operation
- 20-Gallon Air Tank
- Rated up to 150 PSI maximum pressure
- Provides longer run times to support tools
- Convenient Top-Mounted Controls
- Two 1/4" air outlets with quick connectors for fast tool changes
- Dual gauges so you can check tank and tool pressure at a glance
- Roll Cage Design w/ Onboard Air Hose Storage
- Protects all the vital components
- Compact design for easy portability to job sites
- Sturdy 8-Inch Wheels
- Makes moving the unit effortless
- Great for uneven terrains & dampens vibration
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Specifications
PXCMSAC420VW
Engine
HP
1.5
Motor
Voltage
120 Volt AC
Phase
1-Phase
dBA
dBA
Sound levels are measured in decibels (dB). The lower the decibel rating, the less noise the product makes. As an example, a ticking watch is 20 dB while on the other end of the scale, a lawn mower is around 90 dB.
69
Magnetic Starter
Magnetic Starter
The Magnetic Starter is the "thinking cap" for the motor of the air compressor. Magnetic starters are electromagnetically operated switches that provide a safe method for certain motors to be started under a large motor load.
No
Pump
CFM
CFM
Cubic Feet Per Minute, which indicates the compressor's flow rate - or the amount of air that a compressor can produce at a given pressure level. Typically compressors that have higher CFM ratings are able to provide more air, which makes them ideal for larger applications
4.0
CFM Rated @
90 PSI
Pump Material
Aluminum
Max PSI
Max PSI
PSI, or Pounds Per Square Inch, measures the amount of pressure placed on a square inch of space. In compressor terms, PSI is the amount of force that an air compressor can deliver
150 PSI
Pump Type
Single-Stage
After Cooler
After Cooler
An aftercooler is a mechanical heat exchanger designed to remove the heat and moisture of compression from a compressed air stream so the air is cool and dry enough for use in air-operated equipment. A compressed air aftercooler has three primary functions: Cool the air discharged from the air compressor
No
Pump Drive
Direct Drive
Oil Type
Oil Free
Tank
Tank Size
20 Gallons
Tank Outlet
1/4 Inch
Electronic Drain Valve
Electronic Drain Valve
The inexpensive and reliable electric drain valve (EDV) automatically removes condensate from your air system. It has an integral strainer to prevent clogging and saves time and money by eliminating the need for manual draining
No
Tank Orientation
Vertical
Accessories
Pressure Gauge
Yes
Air Dryer
No
Air Filter
No
Overview
Weight
110 Pounds
Consumer Warranty
2 Years
Product Length
17.75 Inches
Product Width
19.25 Inches
Product Height
46.26 Inches
Power Type
Electric
Reviews
(5)
Porter Cable PXCMSAC420VW Reviews & Ratings
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VERY QUIET, LUV IT!
By Scott M.
Laingsburg, Michigan
Purchased 09/16/2021 |
Review Posted 10/08/2021
Having two tools going at the same time is awesome productivity in the making, it's so quiet and being able to talk to someone while standing next to it and actually hear is great.
Scott M. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
4/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Durable, Easy To Use, Easy To Store
Nice And Quiet
By Duane Z.
Tiffin, Ohio
Purchased 09/12/2021 |
Review Posted 10/05/2021
I bought this compressor to put in my racing trailer. It is as quiet as a normal person talking. I've only used it a few times but works great. The 150psi was a must for my application and finding something that high in pressure and quiet was hard to find.
Duane Z. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Price, Durable, Features
Better Than Expected
By Winston O.
North Haverhill, New Hampshire
Purchased 04/30/2021 |
Review Posted 05/25/2021
Bought this for our door shop for assembly of door frames and prefinishing it develops more than enough air for both jobs . It is by far the quietest compressor I have ever seen. Great brand also.
Winston O. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Price, Exceeded Expectations, Fast
Cons:
NONE
Great Compressor
By Daniel C.
Sacramento, California
Purchased 02/26/2021 |
Review Posted 03/25/2021
I like this compressor. It's quiet, has the same features as the other quiet ones but costs less on Air Compressors Direct. When I bought this there was a lead time but it was documented and arrived when they said it would.
Daniel C. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Price
Porter Cable Quiet 20 Gal (SF Case)
By William K.
Fallon, Nevada
Purchased 02/22/2021 |
Review Posted 03/16/2021
Have only used it a few times but this compressor seems great. Refreshingly quiet and should suit my basic home use very well. A/C Direct had a great price with and sent it out pretty quickly.
UPS on the other hand is trash. They kept changing delivery dates due to "weather" and when it finally arrived the driver several times mentioned " if its damaged just contact UPS" I thought it was because of a couple of damaged spots on the box at that moment. I opened the top while he was there but didn't see anything wrong. After I got it all unpackaged I found that the plastic motor cover was cracked and one of the legs was bent enough that the compressor would not sit flat on the floor and the paint was badly cracked and chipped on that leg. After thinking about how the driver acted I know something happened to my compressor in transit, dropped, hit etc. I pulled out the few small pieces of broken plastic and pounded out the bent leg till the unit sat flat. I wasn't in the mood to spend any $ returning the unit and waiting 2-3 more weeks for a replacement. The Compressor works great otherwise.
UPS on the other hand is trash. They kept changing delivery dates due to "weather" and when it finally arrived the driver several times mentioned " if its damaged just contact UPS" I thought it was because of a couple of damaged spots on the box at that moment. I opened the top while he was there but didn't see anything wrong. After I got it all unpackaged I found that the plastic motor cover was cracked and one of the legs was bent enough that the compressor would not sit flat on the floor and the paint was badly cracked and chipped on that leg. After thinking about how the driver acted I know something happened to my compressor in transit, dropped, hit etc. I pulled out the few small pieces of broken plastic and pounded out the bent leg till the unit sat flat. I wasn't in the mood to spend any $ returning the unit and waiting 2-3 more weeks for a replacement. The Compressor works great otherwise.
William K. Recommends This
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Expert Response
First and foremost thank you for your purchase of the Porter Cable Quiet 1.5-HP 20-Gallon Single-Stage Air Compressor. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your feedback and we can certainly understand your aggravation. We have issued a $30 courtesy credit for the parts you had to purchase and put an order in for a new motor cover. If you have any questions please let us know, we are happy to help.
We appreciate your business and apologize for any inconvenience.
We appreciate your business and apologize for any inconvenience.
Dale V.
Power Equipment Expert
Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Price, High Quality, Id Buy It Again
Cons:
UPS
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