What are the pros and cons of Hydrovane compressors versus conventional piston types? I am looking to buy a compressor to run a small cabinet type bead blaster. I am in the UK and have 240 volt AC mains able to run up to about 6 Kw (but need to consider starting current, so a staged start twin 3 HP motored piston types the limit) but also have a 3 phase rotary converter that runs a 2 post 2.5 tonne vehicle ramp, or a medium sized lathe or Bridgeport mill OK. If necessary i will have to consider buying a 3 phase generator, having 3 phase mains installed will cost over 6000 UK pounds (about 12,000 dollars US). I was hoping that perhaps a Hydrovane had less start up current draw, or was maybe more efficient? Thanks.
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18 years ago