AEAC Video - Daystate 110 Volt 4500 PSI Airgun Compressor

I'll see if I can assist a bit maybe not by the numbers LOL. I did a ton of research on these compressors as well and have not bought one yet. 

As you are probably aware the Daystate is a Coltri built to Daystate specs. I got the same price as you did on the same model of Coltri. The Coltri is a true "breathable "air compressor. The 3 hp version is probably 220v or powered by some other means, and better suited as a light commercial dive shop or on board unit. I would have to go back and look but I thought the Coltri also came with a run timer and auto purge as well as the mentioned filtering included. The Daystate doesn't. The filter from China is $70.00 versus almost $200.00 (I have the china model NIB waiting for use) I was ready to buy the LC110 for $1995.00. But I got to thinking about everything and what was best for my situation? I just don't need all that. Hatsanusa is coming out with the "Lightning" Looks to be a AV on steroids. Has all the goodies onboard. Settable auto purge, adjustable pressure setting, run time, additional filtering, temp gauge in Fahrenheit, 3 stage 110v 11amp draw so will work on a 15amp circuit. All for under $1500.00. They are starting to show up, I have read where a couple guys have just got theirs. I just got a second 60 minute tank for $70.00 with 4 plus years of hydro left, eventually will add a third. I just need the ability to top them off, The Hatsan will be just fine for that.

To your #5. If money was no issue I would have the Coltri already.

Aim small miss small

Dennis

Hello- thank you for the reply. The LC 110 is impressive, although it does appear to be a scaled down version of the MCH6-3E. Advantage? Plug it in anywhere, and no dedicated circuit. I am not certain all the extras of the MCH6-3E are really needed for my intended use- 200/232 BAR tank refills. It is also much easier to spend less $2000, even though it still hurts.

The appeal of the Coltri, for me, is the support behind it- rebuild kits, parts, repair videos, etc.

641

How much is that bad boy? 

The AEAC Wednesday Vlog thats mentioned in this thread was it taken down or lost?

I dont seem to be able to find it anywhere.

Also the manual I got with my LC110 is the type 1, type 2 manual anybody know of a digital copy of the type 3?

Thanks.

Steve.

Hello-

I spoke to AOA this week and all of their LC 110's are now 4 stage. Shipping from them is significantly cheaper than buying from Nuvair, as well. (Probably due to the weight of the 100.)

Kind regards,

641

@2d1c, the new Hatsan is a two stage just like the AV, AC, and Tuxing. Pretty much the same compressor with a few extra goodies thrown in...

Question for the O/P- the video says it is a 4 piston 110 volt version of this compressor. However, AOA is showing that the 4 piston version is 230v. Was the compressor in the video actually 3 piston and 110v?

@641. Not sure what you mean? Yes, I’d rather have the Daystate 110vac 3 or 4 stage compressor than my Tuxing, or any AV, AC, or Hatsan. It’s the difference between a Yugo and a Lexus. But as long as mine keeps chugging along, and I can maintain or fix it easily, then I’ll keep it. 

@centercut. yup your right, I've known that too. I've been on the fence as "life" happens and compressors don't for a while! LOL. Anyway I found a couple Tuxing model 012, 013 one is coming my way this week. Thanks for sharing your Tuxing adventures with us.

I am also a fence sitter, and also comparing the Daystate to the Coltri. I too am leaning towards the Coltri. But with the 100 and 500 hour required rebuilds and not knowing if I have the ability to do those (actually do not have a clue what is involved) I question with the aforementioned if you were not be better off getting a Bauer?, which I understand there is no rebuilding necessary until 1000 hours?

Folks, I have not read about any mention about the rebuilds and costs, and how they factor in the decision making process. I am in this for the long haul and would be disappointed if I would reach the 1000 hour mark and the overall costs would equal the cost of the Bauer? I really do not want to spend that much money. 

Any insight on this?

@str8tshooter, I wouldn't worry about the rebuilds. As fast as these compressors top off a tank from 3000 to 4500 psi, it'll be a long time to get to 100 hours. (I didn't know it required a 100 hour rebuild). For example, I'm pretty sure the 110vac Daystate (Coltri) is as fast as my Tuxing two cylinder. I've been using it since December 2017, topping off my tanks and some of my friend's tanks. And I have 7.5 hours run time on it (I'd estimate 30 fills or top offs). So, maybe I'll get to 10 hours by December. Ten hours run time per year takes ten years to get to 100 hours. Just change the oil regularly and keep your air dry...

Appreciate the reply, 10 years is a long time. Thanks for the prospective. Rebuild may not been the correct term, here is my source of info:

http://compressorstuff.com/supplies/

Good review.. 

AoA tells me all 110 volt units they have are 4 stage. I Just ordered one. They are the newest version. My invoice states 4-stage. They also told me no additional filtration is necessary with this model. Is there a visible difference between 3 and 4 stage units?

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This was from a previous post, and the compressor LC110 I got recently although it came with the wrong instructions it does have 4 stages, I would suggest pinging your supplier and asking.

The LC110 does not have a filter, it appears to have a moisture separator (the first tube under the pressure gauge), I guess that's how they can drop the price.

From a Coltri compressor spec page that has a seperator and a filter:





So the filter the more expensive compressors come with is an activated carbon and molecular sieve to scrub the air to make it clean for scuba use, which obviously our air guns do not need such clean air.

Steve.