Re: On board air

[Tom Mandera <tsm1@domain.elided>]

On Mon, 22 Dec 1997, Howard R Pletcher wrote:

> Since the compressor operates at 250 psi on the high side and 30 on the
> low side for the air conditioning, I'd think it would have the capability
> of 200 psi + as an air compressor.

Thanks, Howard.

Of course, Howard brings up another point.. what pressure do I want to 
run?  Most folks seem to use a 90/120psi pressure switch, with a 150psi 
pop-off.  I know having too much pressure will blow things up and cause 
me to have a Very Bad Day (VBD).

So, what benefits do I get from running 200psi (225 safety?  Or run 
175psi w/ 200 safety?), and what additional safety concerns does that 
bring about?

Also, tongue-in-cheek, anyone ever see an air compressor powered "Super 
Soaker" or maybe a rapid fire, turret mountable paint ball gun? <very big 
grin>

-Tom Mandera, Helena MT
http://www.tmcom.com/~tsm1/scout
'72 and '77 Scout IIs