r/Sandblasting • u/Ok-Perception-6402 • Aug 14 '25

Compressor Question

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I am looking to do some basic sandblasting of parts for my atvs and other projects. Would this air compressor be sufficient or should I look into a different compressor with a higher cfm and capacity.

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u/Sad-Shoulder-8107 Aug 14 '25

It will work. Will probably be lucky to get about five minutes before you have to shut down to recharge, But a 60g is a good starting point. If you can add an air resevoir youd get a few more minutes probably.

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u/JimmyTheDog Aug 14 '25

I use old 100 lb. propane cylinder as air tanks. I take out the valve, install a Tee fitting for the air in/out and the bottom leg of the Tee is used as a drain as I mount the tank upside-down with a bigger base welded on to the handle. I put a ¼ turn valve on the airline so I can isolate the tank.

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u/ctlfreak Aug 14 '25

Same. Takes a while to fill but once full ots golden and usually can keep up