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EC12 Air Compressor

Hitachi - EC12 Air Compressor

Hitachi's twin-tank compressor features a cast-iron sleeve and ball-bearing components

$215.00 (As of 4/1/2006)

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Editor's Review: Choosing an Air Compressor You Can Carry

by Chris Ermides review date: April 1, 2006

The cast-iron sleeve and ball-bearing components make the Hitachi EC12 a bargain. Regulator, pressure switch, and gauges all are placed together, and the ball-valve drain-cock design makes this compressor easy to use. It is oil lubricated and has twin 4.0-gal. tanks. Its air-volume capacity is 4.0 cfm at 90 psi, and its tool capacity is four finish nailers, or two roofing nailers, or one framing nailer.

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Choosing an Air Compressor You Can Carry Online Membership RequiredHot dog, pancake, or twin tank? Let your tools' appetite for air determine which one to buy by Chris Ermides

Manufacturer Specifications

Manufacturer Hitachi
Manufacturer's Web Site www.hitachi.us/hpt
Manufacturer's Phone Number 800-829-4752
Weight 66 lb.
Dimensions N/A
Volume 4.0 cfm at 90 psi
Tank Size 4 gal
Oil/Oilless Oil lube
Tool Capacity 4 finish nailers, or 2 roofing nailers, or 1 framing nailer
Motor Size 2 hp