Thread: compressor is heating up to the point it blows hose
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Re: compressor is heating up to the point it blows hose
Art,
Sorry, I was speaking to the OP, Arthur Canada.
There seems to be four compressors that everyone is using these days.
The original Thomas 415 which is heavy but a great work horse. (Top and side ports are legal)
The Viair 90C (The top port is not legal for FRC and the nickel plated check valve must be in place.)
Viair 250 (The included stainless steel hose must be attached for FRC rules)
Thomas 215 (the top and side ports are both legal to use and this compressor does not require an external check valve)

The two small compressor run very hot as there is little thermal mass to absorb the heat generated. External cooling can be applied provided no modification to the compressor is made. (Do not use the screws to mount other devices.)
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