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Re: VIAIR 250C-IG Compressor

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Originally Posted by Mark Sheridan View Post
Do note the Viar 90C performance is at 13.8 volts. The Thomas 215ADC38/12 is quoted at 12 volts. Thus the 90C has better performance due to the higher supply voltage in its testing. It would be nice to get data points at 12 volts.

Anyone have a flowmeter handy? Maybe just time the two compressors to fill a known volume would be enough.

http://www.viaircorp.com/90C.html#tabs-2
http://www.cfpwarehouse.com/thomas/c...215adc3824.pdf
This difference in the data sheets is critical - people should be sure to note that difference as the tables and spreadsheets that some have shared are significantly misleading without noting that. We use the 215 Thomas compressor because it edges out the Viair compressor when using comparable nominal voltage ratings, and is built to what we feel is a higher quality standard by a more widely known and reputable company.
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