Budget (YH Like) Compressor Tips Compilation and experiences
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After a lot of deliberation I ordered the Omega Trail Charger. Ease of use and longevity were what tipped the scales in favor of the Omega. I decided that more time spent shooting and tuning my air guns was what I was getting a compressor for. My Omega should be here next week but the filter I ordered for it will take a bit longer.
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Is a good choice. It has nice features for 800
For the price i prefer to have 2, 1 smaller 12v portable (spark) and the yellow, so I have a back up if one fails.
For the price i prefer to have 2, 1 smaller 12v portable (spark) and the yellow, so I have a back up if one fails.
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As you all know, the 2nd-stage piston of Yong Heng has got closed piston rings and I have been wondering how they can be put on. I asked the customer service people of Yong Heng today and they send me this picture and video showing how they do it in the factory. Hope you find it useful .
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wgg8YouWZfs&feature=youtu.be
I am located in Hong Kong and I have to say the support from Yong Heng at this side of the pond is super. Recently I torn the gasket between the first-stage cylinder and the crank case when taking the compressor apart and I asked Yong Heng whether I can buy a replacement. They sent me two pieces free of charge ! I have to pay for the shipping of course, costs less than 2 bucks and expect to arrive in 2 days
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wgg8YouWZfs&feature=youtu.be
I am located in Hong Kong and I have to say the support from Yong Heng at this side of the pond is super. Recently I torn the gasket between the first-stage cylinder and the crank case when taking the compressor apart and I asked Yong Heng whether I can buy a replacement. They sent me two pieces free of charge ! I have to pay for the shipping of course, costs less than 2 bucks and expect to arrive in 2 days
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My yellow wonder still working good, and after like 10 fills and an oil change Definitely the air doesn't stink like in the yh. So far is ok.
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Just wondering how you guys deal with the accumulation of lime scale inside the water chamber surrounding the second stage cylinder. I guess it will degrade the effectiveness of cooling if left unattended
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I haven't opened mine yet so I don't know it's condition. But I chose to use a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and distilled water with my closed loop system. And one of the deciding factors for me was just that, scale and or corrosion. Good quality antifreeze provides protection from both.
I believe if just distilled water is used it should eliminate any scale buildup, which as you point out will likely lower cooling efficiency.
Sounds like what you're seeing is something like what one sees in a teapot that is used frequently to boil water.
I believe if just distilled water is used it should eliminate any scale buildup, which as you point out will likely lower cooling efficiency.
Sounds like what you're seeing is something like what one sees in a teapot that is used frequently to boil water.
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Agreed, destilled water, rodi water will do the trick. Also slightly acidic water (will remove kh carbonate in the water and and build up)
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My YH got a check valve between hp piston and gauge. if i open then connected tank, the pressure goes up and i always thought that the piston is under pressure too but i was wrong
i bought a better pump and changed the weak hoses for a higher waterflow.
Hubertus, can you post a picture of it?
Is my understanding that the pump included have enough flow, more flow will not improve the cooling process.
True more flow is not needed,mine flows more than needed.That why cars have thermostats to keep the coolant in place long enough to absorb heat.Remove the thermostat and during the summers down south you will be pulling over to let the engine cool off in stop and go traffic
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After 9 months or so, I can say the yellow one is much better than YH. Love it
– temperature stays in the 45c range, you do not get burned
– digital panel, you can set whatever pressure up to 300b
– better construction
– moisture separator really works
– air stinks much less (I use also filters)
– it is a bit less noisier
9 month now, cero issues but a busted oring. Is used for top off 6.8l and 9L scbas. Means about 30 min each time
– temperature stays in the 45c range, you do not get burned
– digital panel, you can set whatever pressure up to 300b
– better construction
– moisture separator really works
– air stinks much less (I use also filters)
– it is a bit less noisier
9 month now, cero issues but a busted oring. Is used for top off 6.8l and 9L scbas. Means about 30 min each time
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Thanks edosan, keep us updated, that's good info. I'll put this one high on my list of potentials.
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happy to help, there are too many crappy compressors out there, but some of them are really good! im 2 years I have spent like US$600, and for my use is great, I have friends spending US$6.000 in 2 years (with "great" branded compressors) and those are NOT WORKING now!
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My budget YH is running well. I changed the oil after every other tank fill, to put a quart of oil through the block already. It gets cleaner and cleaner from wear particles. Changing the oil often is cheap insurance.
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