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Old 10-30-2016, 03:08 PM
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Default Workshop Planning: Compressor in the Shed vs. in Garage?

I'm working on turning my garage into a workshop for my build. Due to limited space in my slightly oversized one car garage, and the fact that I'd love to cut the noise level, I'm thinking of having 220 run out to my shed (about 20 feet from the garage), and putting a 60 or 80 gallon compressor out there. I'm trying to figure out how I'll run air back into the garage, and whether I need to make any special considerations as a result. Brand new to all of this, to bear with me.

On the flip side, I could always put a 30 gallon compressor in the shed and run a regular extension cord and air hose out in the elements.

Has anyone done something similar? I'm in New England, so whatever set-up I have in place will need to content with summer heat and winter freezing temps.

Here's what this area of the house looks like:

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Old 10-30-2016, 03:11 PM
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I'd put the compressor in the shed and run schedule 40 pvc to the garage. Bury the pvc in a shallow trench.
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Old 10-30-2016, 03:13 PM
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Definitely in the shed unless it will be loud for he neighbors.
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Old 10-30-2016, 03:31 PM
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Definitely in the shed unless it will be loud for he neighbors.
Ditto. If the noise to neighbors is an issue you could insulate the whole shed or build an insulated sound box around the compressor. If you build a box be sure to maintain the compressor's ability to cool itself.

Make sure to have water traps at the outlets in the garage.
True of any compressor set up really but a friend had a similar set up and had all manner of issues with water in the lines. He moved a compressor with a direct hose connection from the garage to and outdoor shed like you are proposing for marital harmony. When he plumbed in the underground air line back to the garage it was impressive how much water would come through the line. Added a water trap and all was well.
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Old 10-30-2016, 03:41 PM
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Get a nice Quincy compressor like this and keep it in the shop:: http://www.aircompressorsdirect.com/...FYJZhgodDT0GtA

Runs on 110VAC, and the sweet sowing machine rhythm is a pleasant background sound while you work. This compressor has enough air for all tools and for priming. It is not big enough for doing the final airplane paint.

This compressor will last your lifetime and your kids as well.

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Old 10-30-2016, 03:52 PM
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There will be small amounts of water from time to time in the tank. Will you be able to drain them in the winter?

Also, how do compressors withstand freezing? Mine never gets that cold so I don't know.

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Old 10-30-2016, 04:39 PM
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You will definitely want to drain the tank after every work session. Mine always has some water in it. Some places sell automatic valves that open briefly everytime the compressor cycles but I have heard the cheap ones don't work well. I have a 60 gallon compressor. When I am running grinders and sanders it is running often. Riveting requires very little air. But the tools that run for a long time, like grinders and sanders, really tax the compressor. I wouldn't bother with a 30 gallon.

A friend on mine put his compressor in a shed and loves the setup. Nice and quiet reliable air.
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Old 10-30-2016, 04:44 PM
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Did you consider the basement? That's what I did in my house ... of course I had no shed to work with ... but it's in-doors, temperature and humidity controlled, easily accessed, easy to wire/connect, etc ...

Just an idea!
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Old 10-30-2016, 05:15 PM
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Also know the "oil less" compressors are seriously loud, if that's what I had to live with I try to put it in the neighbors shed.
Definently get yourself a cast iron piston type compressor.
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Old 10-30-2016, 05:34 PM
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I'd put the compressor in the shed and run schedule 40 pvc to the garage. Bury the pvc in a shallow trench.
Flagman, you didn't just say that! Remind me to thump you on the head next time we fly together.

PVC with air is simply a bomb waiting to go off. In this instance, the only thing good is the depth of the trench. Below the frost line of course, (whatever that is).

Friends don't let friends run PVC for air.
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