Air Compressor Hoses: What Type of Hose is Best For You?

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In this video, Jamie goes over all of the different types of air hoses that are available for your air compressor. We go over the strengths and weaknesses of each type of hose and what to watch out for when you are purchasing a hose for your compressor. You can view and purchase all of the hoses featured in this video at www.compressor-source.com. Feel free to email us at [email protected] or call us at 1-888-396-8676.

All Comments (21)

@TheCzechxican 3 years ago

Very informative and the best air hose comparison video on YouTube. Thanks for the video and clearing some things up for me. Subscribed!
@JuanGonzalez-xu4dh 2 years ago

THANKYOU VERY MUCH .THIS VIDEO HELPED TO ME .IM IN RETIREMENT PROCESS AND I HAVE BEEN COLLECTING NEW TOOLS FOR MY CARPENTER SHOP AND I BOUGHT MY BOSTITCH AIR PORTABLE COMPRESSOR
@obfuscated3090 1 year ago

One useful trick is using large hose for flow but having a few short, flexible "whips" or "pigtails" to make spray gun or tool handling comfortable.
@hawk362 3 years ago

Thank you so much for your time, God bless you.
@leom5894 3 years ago

Nice video. What hoses do you recommend for RV use in general (airing tires etc.) and especially for blowing out RV water lines in cold climates? Thanks!
@johnhancock8552 1 year ago

We buy bulk flexzilla hose and use it in a industrial factory and we always have a problem with the ID of the hose strecltching out over time and eventually our fittings just fall out of the hose, probably fine for pressures under 100 psi
@amoparx 1 year ago

Great video. I love my Flexzilla 50' hose and was about to buy a 100'. Thought I'd look up what's best and found this video. I'll probably get it but will check out the Prevost hose. Thank-You for the comparison!
@gosteelers8322 1 month ago

A phenomenal video you've created for us "NEWBIES" when it comes to the various different types of air compressor hoses and their composition, as well. GREAT INFO to be armed with and know when deciding or deliberating on which type of hose is best for our specific needs or type of applications, as well. Thanks brother!!
@mikelloyd2013 3 years ago

Thanks for the information presented in this video. I’ll check out your website!
@danmekeel7758 1 year ago

Thanks for Adding your knowledge.
@apostasiaelegcho5612 3 years ago

My PVC/Rubber Hybrid works great. Built many homes with it.
@losmoore3358 1 year ago

Looks like the rubber hose is the way to go. Thanks for the video.
@virginia7125 2 years ago

I was using PVC air hoses, but it wasn't the stiffness that bothered me. Air compressor oil will soften the end and make it leak at the crimp. Usually on the air compressor side. I seldom paint and need quick recovery. Oil-free compressors probably wouldn't bother the hose, but they're slow to charge back up. I'm changing car tires, sanding, and grinding mostly. Is rubber my best option?
@jontnoneya3404 6 months ago

Ridgid has a fabric lay flat air hose that's supposedly doesn't have any of the drawbacks of previous hoses. Would have enjoyed hearing about that.
@zumazmusic 2 years ago

Right on. Great breakdown.
@franka7863 1 year ago

What is the best diameter air compressor hose for general purpose use? 3/8" or 1/2" etc.?
@jakepower3825 2 years ago

I've never found a hose that lasts more than a year. Is there any metal air hoses out there?
@yt66228 3 years ago

Job well done!
@stephenlonon4605 1 year ago

I need help. My friend gave me his 6 gallon Porter Cable Air Compressor. Has no hoses or fittings with it. What do I need to buy and what size? It’s a model C2002
@drewborgholthaus2010 5 months ago

how do nylon air hoses compare as far as in cold vs hot weather and durability?