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Porter-Cable C2002-WK Air Compressor

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Expert Review

Porter-Cable C2002-WK Air Compressor

Date Published: 10/4/07

The Porter-Cable C2002-WK air compressor truly delivers, with durability and performance in a lightweight and easy-to-use design. For starters, this unit weighs only 34 pounds and comes equipped with a sturdy ergonomic handle, so it's easy to carry. The top-of-the-motor positioning of the gauges and power switch are easy to access and read, compared to the down-low design on other similar models. In addition, the pancake-style tank of the compressor, along with its rubber feet, give the compressor excellent stability.

Designed for any work that requires intricate detail and accuracy, the C2002-WK comes equipped with a 6-gallon tank, a low-amp 120-volt motor for easy starting in cold weather and an oil-free pump for maintenance-free operation. At 2.6 standardized cubic feet per minute (SCFM) at 90 pounds per square inch (PSI), with 150 maximum PSI, the C2002-WK offers a quick recovery time and longer air-tool performance. What it doesn't deliver is a lot of noise, most likely due to its lower-pitched tone.

Though not suited for commercial heavy-duty use, the C2002-WK can easily meet the needs of professional woodworkers and trim carpenters, and it is equally adequate for home users and weekend DIY-ers. For added convenience, the compressor features two regulated, factory-installed air couplers, so it can support two tools at once. It also comes with a 13-piece accessory kit, which includes a 25-1/4-foot PVC air hose, a blow gun, four inflator adaptors and a five-piece kit with OSHA safety nozzle.

For an easy-to-use compressor built with durability, performance and practicality in mind, we highly recommend the Porter-Cable C2002-WK air compressor.


Pros: Lightweight and portable, great gauge layout and easy-to-use design, low-amp 120-volt motor for easy starting in cold weather, quick recovery time, relatively quiet operation, two regulated air couplers
Cons: Not suited for heavy-duty use

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1 year



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