The leading manufacturer of generators and pressure washers, Pulsar, also designs some high-quality air compressors for homeowners and contractors, for instance, the Pulsar PCE6150 horizontal air compressor. This unit offers an industrial grade motor with 15-gallon twin mirror-glazed air tanks. Let’s see what other benefits the unit has to offer, and how they stack up against its competitors.
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At-A-Glance Specs
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Brand:
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Pulsar
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Model:
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PCE6150
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Category:
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Contractor
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Style:
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Horizontal
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Weight:
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73 lbs
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Tank Size:
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15-Gallon
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Peak HP:
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3.5
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CFM@90 PSI:
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2.4
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Max Pressure:
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115 PSI
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Pump Type:
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Twin
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Noise:
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115 dB
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Rating:
(1-5 stars)
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Size
The Pulsar PCE6150 industrial-grade air compressor is a mid-sized unit designed for homeowners and contractors alike. Although the unit is rather heavy, the horizontal design and included wheel kit makes it easy to maneuver the compressor from one side of the shop to the other.
Performance
Industrial grade, the PCE6150 compressor unit is powerful enough to get most jobs done in a timely manner. This oil-lubricated air compressor features a max pressure of 115-PSI with a 15-gallon tank. It includes two pressure gauges and two quick-connect couplers. It runs on 120-volt/60HZ power, peaking at 3.5 horsepower. It offers 5.2 CFM at 40-PSI and 4.2 CFM at 90-PSI. Additionally, the unit features multi-purpose features that allow the user to use two tools at once.
Pump Type
The Pulsar PCE6150 compressor features twin air tanks to ensure optimum torque. Powerful enough to handle most industrial jobs, this compressor unit has all the bells and whistles that most contractors look for in a quality air compressor.
Who It’s For
The PCE6150 compressor is industrial strength, making it a great selection for an automotive shop or any type of contracting work. However, it is also very helpful for the average homeowner to complete a wide variety of projects and tasks around the house.
Pros
- Portable – includes wheel kit
- Powerful
- Includes accessories – two pressure gauges and two quick-connect couplers
- 15-gallon tank
Cons
- Unit will need to stay on level terrain
- Maintenance required – oil changes
Final Verdict
Overall, the Pulsar PCE6150 Horizontal Electrical air compressor is a suitable and handy unit for homeowners and contractors who need to get multiple tasks completed at once. It has plenty of power to complete most tasks requiring compressor use, though it is a little awkward to maneuver around the shop. If you don’t mind assembling the wheels onto the unit to allow for portability, and are comfortable with periodic maintenance, then this compressor is a perfect product to add to your air tool collection.
