Best type of Hose /Hose Reel for compressor in wood workshop

[paulc]

Hello,

After two previous failed attempts, with suppliers providing me with a damaged unit and a leaking unit, I've finally got delivery of a compressor which I hope to use for pinning , nailing and possibly some other applications. Here's the model I settled on:

http://www.compressedaircentre.ie/product/fini-2hp-24l-air-compressor/

Now when it came to hosing I bought this unit on impulse, convincing myself it would save space in my very small workshop:

http://www.compressedaircentre.ie/product/auto-retract-hose-reel/

What I didn't realise was that the inlet hose on the unit is only about 45cm long. I'll have to extend this with some more hosing to reach the compressor on the floor.

Also, I'll have to double check the gauge but I think the hose seems quite thick on this unit, which may not be ideal for pinning in tight corners . Anyway I'm considering returning it and replacing it with this:

http://www.compressedaircentre.ie/product/10-mt-flexible-coil-air-hose-coil8x6x10/

Am I making the right decision? Is there anything I should take into consideration here ?

Cheers

 

[Spindle]

Hi

The pre-coiled hoses are OK but not particularly good if being dragged along the ground etc - they are hard nylon type of material that quite quickly wears and holes.

My favourite is the 8mm ID rubber re-enforced hose:

Yes, it can be a little bulky but this can be gotten around by using swivelling hose connections where needed and it will outlast the nylon type several times over.

Regards Mick