DEWALT D55140 1-Gallon 135 PSI Max Trim Compressor

by DEWALT

• Heavy-duty 1-gallon trim compressor with protective roll cage
• 135 psi maximum; durable oil-free pump; low 69 dB rating; low 2.6 amp motor
• Cast-iron construction
• Includes 1 compressor; hose & nailer not included
• 9-inches wide; 24 pounds; 1-year warranty

Product Description

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The DeWalt D55140 One-Gallon, Max 135-PSI Trim Compressor is a one-person tool that offers efficiency and dependability. This indispensable hand-carry compressor features a lightweight, compact design and quiet operation for punch-out work. Ideal for finish carpenters and woodworkers, the D55140 can be used for remodeling and custom installation of shelves or other furniture, cabinet trim installation, pressure-testing new plumbing lines, and more.

The DeWalt D55140 Max 135-PSI Trim Compressor At a Glance: 2.6-Amp motor; 90 - 135 PSI Quiet 69-dB rating Durable oil-free pump Compact and portable at 24 pounds

Control panel features universal connection for use with any pneumatic tools. View larger.

Portability and quiet operation make the compressor especially versatile.

Versatile, High-Performance Compressor
Whether you're testing plumbing lines or making quick work of a remodeling project, the D55140's high-performance operation simplifies trim work and other jobs.

The D55140 features a one-gallon tank and a 2.6-amp motor that delivers 0.75 SCFM at 90 PSI and 135 PSI max, which makes for high-surge performance and quick recovery. Additionally, the draw motor offers easy startup and reduced breaker tripping, as well as a high-flow regulator that provides maximum air pressure to increase jobsite performance. And running at 69 dBA, the D55140 provides end users with a quieter operation compared to the competition.

The D55140 is also equipped with an oil-free, long-life pump, allowing for maintenance-free operation. The oil-free design of the pump eliminates the need for you to check or refill the pump, and it also helps keep your jobsite clean by preventing oil from transferring to your work surface.

Exceptionally Durable for Long Life
The efficient and unique design of the D55140 ensures maximum durability and longevity. DeWalt built the heavy-duty cast-iron compressor with an innovative roll cage and a full-protection frame designed to shield the unit from routine wear and tear and accidental damage. In addition, a wrap-around control panel covers the frame and provides further protection of key compressor components.Compact, Lightweight Design for Easy Portability
Measuring 24 pounds and with a height of just nine inches, the D55140 is ideal for those who prefer hand-carry compressors. For further convenience, DeWalt equipped the D55140 with a one-hand, universal quick connection for easy-to-use operation with any of your pneumatic tools. And for increased efficiency, the D55140 was designed with a ball drain valve for quick and thorough tank draining and with a convenient cord wrap for easy storage.

What's in the Box
135-PSI compressor and manual.

From the Manufacturer

Ideal for finish carpenters and woodworkers, the D55140 can be used for custom installation of shelves or other furniture, cabinet trim installation and for pressure-testing new plumbing lines. Performance -The D55140 produces .75 SCFM at 90 PSI, 135 PSI (Max), delivering high surge performance with quick recovery, and at 69 dBA, provides end users with a quieter operation, compared to existing compressors in the marketplace. The compressor was designed with a 2.6 amp draw motor to deliver easy start-up and reduced breaker tripping, as well as a high flow regulator that provides maximum air pressure to increase jobsite performance. The D55140 is also equipped with an oil-free, long-life pump, allowing for maintenance-free operation. The oil-free design of the pump eliminates the need for users to check or refill the pump, and also helps to keep the jobsite clean by preventing oil from transferring to work surfaces. Ease of Use/Portability - The compact design of this unit is ideal for end users who prefer hand carry compressors. Weighing just 24 pounds and measuring 9” wide, the compressor is easily transported and stored, making it ideal for knock-out work. In addition, DEWALT equipped the compressor with a one-hand, universal quick connect for easy-to-use operation. For increased efficiency, the D55140 was designed with a ball drain valve for quick and thorough tank draining and a convenient cord wrap for easy storage. Durability - The efficient and unique design of the D55140 ensures maximum durability and longevity. DEWALT built the heavy-duty compressor with an innovative roll cage, full-protection frame design to shield the unit from routine wear and tear and accidental damage. In addition, a wrap-around control panel covers the frame and provides further protection to key components of the compressor.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

67 of 67 people found the following review helpful

2.0 out of 5 stars Works..for a little while... one major flaw November 9, 2010

By 1337n3ss W4l73R P3YT0N

This compressor is fairly powerful, when it works... if you'll notice, a lot of people have problems with this unit quitting working after a certain amount of time, and here's the reason and the fix for those who are at all curious...

There's something wrong with the way this unit draws power, which causes a short in the circuit board. The board gets overloaded if you leave it on, and the fuse blows. No fuse means the unit stops working completely. You can replace the fuse (I believe it's a 5 amp fuse) on the inside - but it will blow again after a matter of time (like I said, a defect in the circuitry...)

It is something of a pain to open this compressor up and work on it. I installed a plate on the outside that holds the bottom plastic back together, and removed the stock compression clamps on the hoses and replaced those with screw down hose clamps. Now the unit is easier to open than it was before..but it is still something of a nuisance to open it up and fix it.

To fix this (somewhat) permanently, I soldered wire on either side of the circuit board, and moved the fuse to the outside of the unit. The fuse is now accessable directly on the ouside of the case (between the tank and the knobs) - and when it blows, I can simply replace it with another fuse for about $0.80.

A more permanent solution would be to put a 5A breaker on the outside, so you just have to flip a switch when it pops...but I haven't gotten to that point yet.

.......even with this fix, I would still reccomend staying away from this compressor. It IS ultra portable and when it's working it's great for trim and light work, but who wants to open up an air compressor to fix something that should have been either caught by Quality Control or recalled entirely?

48 of 51 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars like it for what it is August 10, 2007

By rickster

great for all trim jobs one man small gun
will do anything with a nail gun
yes even a framing gun
just work slow
6 nails a min
very quiet sounds like a washing machine
very light
and feels solid
only rated for 500 hrs

28 of 28 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice Little Compressor February 28, 2008

By MAP

Got this compressor last christmas so haven't had it that long yet, but so far it's worked without a hitch. This is a nice little compressor for trim jobs. It's very easy to carry around because of its light weight. It fills up fast and is rather quiet. Got all new windows in my house and have had to case them all. No problems using my trim nailer with this compressor, it would go on about every 7 shots. I highly recommend this compressor for light trimming jobs.