DEWALT D55153 Heavy-Duty 15 Amp 1-Horsepower 4 Gallon Oiled Twin Hot Dog Compressor
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The DEWALT D55153 Hot Dog Compressor has all the power of a large compressor, but constructed as a smaller, lighter unit. It delivers 3.8 cubic feet per minute at 100 psi and is durably built with oil-lubricated cast-iron cylinder. Included with the Hot Dog Compressor is the regulator and an initial fill of DEWALT synthetic air compressor oil…. More >>
DEWALT D55153 Heavy-Duty 15 Amp 1-Horsepower 4 Gallon Oiled Twin Hot Dog Compressor
I purchased the compressor through Amazon and had no problems at all. The compressor is everything I expected it to be. I’ve used it with my DeWalt brad nailer putting up moldings, and with a rented floor nailer. The compressor worked exceptionally well for both applications. The compressor is not noisey which I was a little concerned with after reading other reviews. I have not used the compressor with a framing nailer but plan to in the near future. I did not realize that there were two types of fittings for compressors and tools, automotive and industrial. You cannot interchange the two so decide which ones to go with and stick with that. I do think one or the other is considered standard and I would probably go with the standard. The rental unit had a standard fitting on it, as I was told.
Bought this to use with my Dewalt framing nailer. Shipping was a little slow but I wasn’t in a big hurry. When I got it, I followed the instructions and filled it up with oil. Flipped the on switch and noticed the oil was leaking all over the driveway. After further inspection I found the engine block was cracked at the mounting points to the compressor frame. From the looks of it, it seems that it was damaged during shipping. No biggie, went online to Amazon customer service and was able to get a replacement with ease. Sent the other one back (Amazon took care of all the shipping charges) and started the other one up. The new one worked great!
Compressor is great with my nailer. I don’t have a single issue with it. Probably the only thing I would say is that it’s quite heavy. Now, I know I’m no athlete but I found carrying this thing around to be a bit of a strain. The handle is positioned in the center of the unit (obviously for equal weight distribution) but becomes a problem when you can’t really hold it out since it weighs 50 lbs. For those that may have problem lifting, I would recommend a similar model that has wheels (saw one at Sears the other day). Otherwise, I would recommend this compressor.
no complaint to share always liked dewalt product this is not a flimsy tool thanks for a fine air compressor
I bought this unit about 8 months ago. At the time, I had heard good things about this compressor. However, after working with it a bit, I am disappointed with this unit.
I agree with the design criticisms in the “Good compressor, poor design” review by “Crusty.”
Also, consistent with the “Hard to start” review by “Wilton W. Wyman”, I have had trouble starting this compressor in cold weather. I was working with a guy that had a Porter Cable pancake compressor and we were both working with and storing our compressors in the same cold, unheated location. His started up fine and mine had troubles (maybe because his was oil-free and this one uses oil, but still . . . ) The weather was cold but not too extreme so it was definitely working weather; I had not expected so many problems in the cold.
When I was shopping I looked at this one and the Makita MAC2400 13 Amp 2-1/2 Horsepower 4.2-Gallon Oiled Twin Hot Dog Compressor. I got this one to save $45 (big mistake). The Makita’s probably a lot quieter than this unit, among other things.
When this one quits, I’ll get the Makita.
This is a great little compressor for the money! I didn’t need a real high volume unit, as I only plan to fill tires & blow dust out of my electronic devices – I have 19 pooches and there’s a lot of dust “in these-here parts”! The compressor has performed flawlessly. I’m pleased!