The Porter Cable C3151 Air Compressor is a overwhelming piece of kit which guarantees excellent performance when used along numerous air and pneumatic tools, even in the toughest conditions.
All that said, this Porter Cable air compressor even with its 4.5gal. Air tank capacity is 100% portable and has an oil free pump development it incredibly durable and maintenance free. Due to its impressive tank capacity it can easily support the constant use of staplers and brad nailers as well as framing, halt and roofing nailers.
As stated earlier this beast is unbelievably portable, complete with a full roll cage to give the pump and motor the requisite safety during transportation. It has a special carrying handle and a a slide handle to allow its 85lbs weight to be moved beyond doubt from task to task and comes with a mobility kit which includes wheels development appealing this beast less strenuous.
However, maybe the most impressive aspect of the C3151 air compressor is the two port movable console which allows remote air regulation, allowing higher air pressure where ever you are working.
So, yes the Porter Cable C3151 is big, heavy and very loud but it is also very impressive. Do you know that by using a splitter you can beyond doubt run 3 or 4 guns simultaneously without any problems with reduced air supply?
Technical Stuff At A Glance:
* 4-1/2gal. Warehouse capacity air tank.
* 150 Psi maximum tank pressure giving longer tool run time.
* Maintenance free and very durable due to its oil free pump design.
* Wheels for ease of portability
* Two quick connect couplers.
With the Porter Cable C3151 air compressor you can be definite to get straight through a lot of work in a shorter space of time. Why? Solely because with the combined 120-volt, two pole Rpm capacitor and the 1.7 running horsepower youcan be assured you will all the time get maximum air delivery.
What do you get for your money?
*The Porter Cable C3151 air compressor
*A mobility kit
*A manual
Over heating can for some compressors be a problem, but, once again Porter Cable have ironed out this qoute on the C3151 with a specially designed cooling system. This principles consists of a fan which blows large amounts of air straight through a vent hole. Thus, even when the compressor is working to its full possible this cooling principles will protect against over heating.
On a cautionary note however, it is very prominent that there are no obstructions which may cover the ventilation points colse to the unit, reducing the cooling air flow. To ensure maximum performance make sure that the compressor is placed at least 12 inches away from walls or any other possible obstructions.
The Porter Cable C3151 Air compressor is typical of all Porter Cable power tools in its quality, stamina and dependability.