So How Quiet Is It?? Kobalt 26 Gallon Air Compressor Unbox/Review
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- čas přidán 2. 01. 2020
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Boy do I understand the "Quiet" aspect. 3 years ago i finally moved my big compressor OUT of my pole barn and into my shed adjacent, then plumbed it into my building, WOW! is it nice now!
Drain valve is at the bottom of the tank. The switch you point out is a high pressure pop-off safety switch. I do like your videos and the builds you do. Thanks for the info you provide.
Love your videos Matt! you’re an inspiration to the everyday car guy.
4:05 that's not a drain valve god damn it, that's obviously the emergency bypass valve. the drain valve is on the bottom
lol xD
That’s funny u got that I was just watching a review yesterday about those........btw keep us in the loop after a month if u still like it👏👍
I’ve had mine for a few months now and use it 2-4 times a week. I can talk to my wife in a normal volume standing right next to the unit. No issues so for. As of now, I’m completely satisfied with it.
If my air lines are air tight, could I keep it on 24/7 so I could keep it hooked up to a pneumatic can crusher?
@@ltsallwood I don’t see why not. I’ve had mine pressurized for a month at a time with no loss. Of course the pump isn’t constantly running 24/7, but it is on and pressurized. I just drain the condensation about once a week and haven’t had any problems.
I have a small California air tool compressor, love it.
I have the harbor freight standing blast cabinet, the cabinet is fine when run with a shop vac, the gun setup jams up a lot though. I'm sure it can be upgraded with the right pieces.
I'm convinced so I will buy me one, I did have doubts😒especially with the impact wrench so I'm good thanks for the video👍
I ordered this from Lowe's to have a bigger compressor to spray liquid mask from my Harbor Freight HVLP gun onto my Rc bodies. But quick question, Let's say I want to start using this to airbrush my RC bodies as well as spray liquid mask, what moisture trap/regulator are you using? What size is it and does Lowe's sell it as well?
Got this compressor a couple months ago. Basically every fitting leaked and I had to add Teflon tape to most and Loctite thread sealant to the one going directly into the tank on the top. After that it a hold its max rated pressure for weeks if you wanted to. The best thing about this compressor is that it is genuinely quiet. Compared to the average compressor its at least 25% quieter just going by ear. its about as loud as one of those small Slime branded tire air compressors you can buy at Walmart. It fills up the tank in about 4.5 minutes from empty. I've read the speed slows down as it gets used but so far so good. Also the regulator seems really cheap but is working like it should.
The pressure regulators on these have issues. I'm almost 2 years into owwning mine and I have to swap it out becaus eit leaks anything past 60 psi on tool side.
How do you like the jegs plasma cutter? The price of them has been bugging me to get one.
Im in the market for a sand blast cabinet also. I will be watching to see what you come up with.
where did you get the water separator and what brand/model do you reccomend? Just got this same compressor.
How is the compressor holding up since you got it 2 years ago? Looking at to maybe get this one
I have yet to turn my on, and I purchased it if I'm not mistaken back in December of 2021.
However I'm worried about using a drop cord and I realize most cobalts work pretty good on a good grounded drop cord what is your recommendation. (My setup is like yours where I have mine in the corner of the garage too.)
Useful video.
Still going strong? Any issues?
Good video on the compressor.
I'm also in the Market for a Portable Compressor.
I have look and compared specs online and in stores of Canadian Tire, Harbour Freight, Lowes, Home Depot,
and Princess Auto.
I found the the Central Pneumatic from Harbour Freight, 29 gallon, 2 HP, 150 cast iron, vertical compressor at $379.99 USD. The best value I'm not considering noise, I'm more concerned about CFM at 40 and 90 psi.
After comparing price and specs I found this model gave the most CFM for a plug in portable. Price not bad too.
Kolbalt from Lowes makes one rated at 175 psi with 220 or 120 volts, but CFM was lower then this Harbour Freight 29 gallon, 2 HP above. It sold for $500.00
Plans are to use the portable for painting engines, transmissions, rear ends, etc. Small painting jobs not requiring a big compressor. Uses can be for die grinders, right angle die grinders, etc.
I got a big 3 cylinder 2 stage, which would be used for larger sand and painting jobs.
But had a need for a portable 120 volt compressor.
If the noise is high! Will build a insulted box to enclose it with a vent.
Planning to buy later in April from HF or sooner.
As for blasting cabinets Harbour Freight has one on sale for $149.95 USD which is a good deal. Princess Auto is selling a copy of the HF but in blue for $499.00 CAD.
Same damn thing it is on sale for $250.00 CAD but HF is cheaper.
Do you leave the plug-in on or if you take the plug out when you not use
What are your thoughts and opinions on your jegs plasma cutter?
Today in 2022.....Is this compressor still treating you well ??? Any new feedback is appreciated .
Thanks, Gerry from Raleigh, NC
How long did the compressor take to fill completely? Mine takes a little over 6 minutes to fill now after 2 years of heavy use.
Does your tank stay at 150? Mine stops at 145 then drops and settles on 140. Is this normal?
Would this compressor be a good one to paint a car with?
How is the compressor holding up after a year, any issues?
Great video 🔥🔥🔥
I built my own blasting cabinet from 2y ga. Sheet metal I use to make duct work from. Look around on CZcams there are lots of people that make them out of plywood. Much cheaper and you can make it fit you. Mine is big enough that a can put a ls block in it.
Do you still like this Air Compressor? Any problems with it? Would you by it again? I am looking at it now? Thanks
Will this kobalt quiet tech 26 gallon air compressor handle sanding and paint a car? sorry if you already talk about about in the video, i tired to follow what you was talking about.
Never did a noise comparison? I always like to see how close they are to claims. There is a smaller 8 gallon that claims 42db but thats at 10ft and real life tests were about 50db which was still good.
Are the threads in the regulator 1/4?
Bought one just like it yesterday for 380.00, they went up like everything else.
whats the air consumption on that earthquake gun.
If your going to be doing alot of sand blasting get a big sandblasting cabinet. It sucks being hunched it will hurt your back alot
Came to the tube Looking for reviews on this compressor. I am going to pick one up this weekend. I was wondering if I use your link of you would het a kick back? Just figured since I was going to buy one anyway I figured I would help you out. Thanks for the upload.
Thanks but I don’t get anything. Glad I could help you make a decision though!
@@lsXmatt Thanks brother, keep up the great work
It’s most likely just loud since it’s in a garage amplifying the sound. It’s not too loud but it would be quieter outside, most likely in that 70 decibel range.
I just got this compressor… another comparison… I have a porter cable pancake compressor (I think that’s what it’s called… It’s the kind that looks like a fish bowl with a motor on top), and I just returned the non-quiet Kobalt 20 gallon. Both of those were loud. When they were running, the noise level in my house was unacceptable (I run them in my garage, which is next to My family room). I could clearly hear it over my TV. With this 26 gallon quiet model, it’s just a low hum and can’t hear it at all with my TV. My family wouldn’t notice the noise at all (but with the other 2, they complain about how loud they are).
Just remember that most of the time you really get what you pay for. Sometimes you might think you're saving money because something is so much cheaper but it ends up to be garbage. Eastwood is supposed to be very good. I will say besides things like the blasting cabinets and painting maybe a plasma cutter most of the other air tools are becoming obsolete bc of the cordless tools out and coming out. Especially Milwaukee cordless they're pretty badass.
Yea I use Milwaukee for everything! The blasting cabinet and plasma cutter will probably use it the most.
Is the motor brushless?
good review man...
I have the same compressor, I do like it but I've had some issues with the regulator. Keep us updated if you have any problems.
what issues and did warranty cover?
God I love that camaro
I mean I'm no sound scientist but 83 decibels Vs 95 decibels don't seem like 80% quieter
Definitely not, but I will give it the fact that the doors were open when I checked the harbor freight compressor. Either way it still comfortably more quiet than the hf, which still helps a lot.
The db scale doesnt work like you think, 3db equals TWICE as loud, so its alot quieter
No you are not…..decibels are not linear
This compressor also has a 3 year warranty. Which I don't think the others offer.
Quieter than the camaro has been GET ON IT LOL
hey, update your playlist, the new Trans Am vids are missing there, cheers!
Compressors come with a sticker show the tools they recommend you use and ones not to use. What can that one handle?
From Lowe’s site:
For Use with Air Brushing Yes
For Use with Bolting Yes
For Use with Brad Nailing/Stapling Yes
For Use with Framing Nailing Yes
For Use with Finish Nailing Yes
For Use with Roof Nailing Yes
For Use with Drilling Yes
For Use with Cutting Yes
For Use with Grinding Yes
For Use with Spraying Yes
For Use with Sanding Yes
For Use with Surface Prep Yes
For Use with HVLP Painting
@@lsXmatt plasma cutter?
Dad has the exact same compressor and it made taking the huge hub nut off my tahoe a breeze
What is the diameter of the diameter of the piston and cylinder bore? Also what is the motor rpm?
Whats the diameter of the diameter?
Now take the harbor freight compressor apart and attach the two for 36 gallons of air thought the harbor freight was an 8 gallon but heard you say 10 later on in the video
Why do that when you can use the 2nd compressor for when you need much higher CFM such as when painting....
Will it run that little Jeg's plasma cutter I see there?
I just got the bestarc ive seen on youtube and im wondering the same thing
Definitely say Eastwood, looks pretty well built and the blue would match nicely with the Camaro and Trans Am
Fuck yea bro.
Where did you get the hose reel & how much?
Harbor freight, I think it was 60 bucks.
What that air thing on the side what is that how much?
Its a water seperator. I think it was like 20 bucks, also from hf
I hate to be pessimistic but an oilless compressor and a sandblaster doesn't sound like a great idea. Sandblasters need tons of air. That unit will run continuously and you will be waiting on it to recover. Lots of heat and wear. If you have the budget look at the Eastwood rotary compressor. I've had a Craftsman for almost 30 years, it will only be replaced by a rotary
I went and got this bad boy.
Good choice!
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That's pretty quiet. Watch the regulator pressure. I think that most air tools recommend 90 psi. I've ruin an air gun before because I forgot to turn down the regulator. I believe that's why they advertise the different ratings on air compressors.
Every air tool I've ever used recommends 90psi max, however every shop/dealership I've worked in has shop air set at 120-150 psi, and I've never had that high psi damage any of my tools. With that being said, I set my home compressor at 100psi.
Ugh, it's "oil free". I've been researching these air compressors and the oil free use Teflon as a lubricant. This will dry out and the decrease longevity, but the maintenance is low. Oiled compressors have better lifespan but require more maintenance
Just raise your reel looks like your have pleanty of room then it's all neat and out of the way .
He removed the plastic protection on the gauges...YIKES!!!
I still have the plastic protection sleeve on my Sony Walkman from 1980. Holding up strong.
Nice video my friend.
You need a bigger garage brother, you running out of storage space lol.
Wireless mike Matt.....
This video wasn’t suppose to happen so I didn’t have it with me.
Lowes advertises sub 71 DB. . .
Not very quiet
Yea its hard to tell by the video but the tone is a lot less high pitch than the hf.