Compressed air is great to have around the shop. The trouble is, most affordable compressors are somewhere between “wake the dead” and “the reason Pete Townshend is deaf” on the decibel scale.

Air compressors come in a variety of sizes -- and a variety of prices, as well. While there are cheaper, smaller models that can be used very effectively for garage applications, if you spend a ...

7. Oil-Free Oil-free air compressors, by contrast, don’t have any oil in the compression chamber. Instead, they have built-in, lasting alternative lubrication on their moving parts.

The Milwaukee M18 FUEL air compressor, however, has an oil free pump and no air filter is mentioned, though cleaning the vents is recommended. Regular inspection of the compressor to ensure parts ...

How We Evaluated To find the best air compressors, we evaluated available models in terms of portability, power, professional features, and our experience testing them (for the ones we’ve gotten ...

Feeling warm? Don’t make assumptions. Not all air-conditioning problems are because the system is low on refrigerant. Some are caused by issues with system parts, such as the compressor.

A fully functioning compressor is necessary for the air-conditioning system to provide peak performance. On most cars, A/C compressors are driven by an engine-accessory belt.

Here’s one more winter tip that could save some grief. Before shutting down on a cold night, first fan the brakes to drop your air pressure below the governor cut-in pressure (about 90 psi). That way, ...

The A-6, like any air-conditioning compressor, has many moving parts, is subjected to a number of destructive forces, and is sometimes exposed to caustic substances. All of these conditions can ...

Pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) air rifles offer excellent accuracy and power, but to utilize the latest in air rifle technology, you need a way to fill the rifle’s air tank. A standard bike pump or tire ...

And, hey, if one compressor isn't enough, the 2022 Rivian R1T has 110-volt AC outlets opposite the compressor in the bed, along with a 12-volt outlet (and another in the frunk).