Thread: what air compressor size is good for just 1 pop up

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I was thinking about a 1-2 gallon tank would work but i just want to make sure. I am making my first pnuematic pop out thing and i just wanted to make sure. Any other tips would help too. thanks

You may want to post this in the props topic.
The size of the compressor you'll need depends on how much air the cylinder requires and how often it's triggered. If you've built one pneumatic prop you know you'll build more. That's just the natural order. I would recommend getting the best compressor you can afford so you'll be ready to handle more. I'd also recommend to stay away from the "oilless" type compressor, they're very noisy.

oh thanks