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Makita MAC500 1.5 HP, 2-1/2 Gallon, -InchHot Dog-Inch Oil-less Air Compressor

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Makita MAC500 1.5 HP, 2-1/2 Gallon, -InchHot Dog-Inch Oil-less Air Compressor

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3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

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Technical Details

Designed especially for finish work
Durable cast aluminum components for lighter weight and faster heat dissipation
Dynamically balanced counterweight crankshaft design for reduced vibration
Built-in thermal overload protection for added safety
Starts easily under low voltage conditions

Product Details

Product Manual [3.61mb PDF]

Shipping Weight: 28.8 pounds
Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
ASIN: B0000225DQ
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Item model number: MAC500

Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #220,394 in Home Improvement (See Bestsellers in Home Improvement)
Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

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37 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lighter and Stronger, June 13, 2000

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For those that move their compressors around, the MAC500 delivers a rated 3.0 SCFM @ 90 psi in a 25 pound package. There are other hotdog and pancake compressors out there that weigh the same but they deliver less air. There are other compressors out there that deliver the same or more air but they weigh more. This unit is the ideal compromise - a great nailer!

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1.0 out of 5 stars moter is a bust !, April 12, 2001

By	PATRICK in Chicago - See all my reviews

I thought that I had finally found the perfect compressor for a trim carpenter. Here was a light compressor from a company that I thought sold only quality products. It has a small footprint and is very light and it delivers a decent amount of air. After the 20 min. break-in comes the first dissapointment, this little thing is LOUD !!! Next you will find that because of the excessive vibration it "walks" while running. After only a month of use the moter developed a problem. I thought that I had purchased a defective unit, so just bring it in for service . While walking back to the service desk I saw on the counter what was left of a MAC500. It had several bullet holes in it . The service tech informed me that Makita buys the moter for this unit from another company, and it is junk! So it cost me $60 for labor to fix a 3 month old compressor. He suggested the same fix as the counter top unit for the next repair. Makita should pull this unit from their product line.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Light As Air, May 23, 2001

By	Michael Miles (Houston, Texas, United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is a great little compressor. It's served me well, whether working on remodeling projects or going on site to build film sets. This compressor won't break your back and is perfect for someone working solo or for a two man crew with a couple trim nailers. It's not the compressor for the machine gun fast production framer, but this is a great fit for someone who travels light.

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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars A great portable for small jobs
I've owned my MAC500 since 1996 and it has served me well for many home remodel projects (cown molding, wainscotting and hardwood flooring). Read more

Published on June 25, 2004

2.0 out of 5 stars Caution
First of all this is a light-weight, cost effective compressor. It worked fine for me for over a year and is easy to carry around. Read more

Published on June 11, 2002 by jeffb47

5.0 out of 5 stars Makita MAC500
I bought my Makita MAC500 from Amazon based on recommendations from "A home improvement enthusiast from NJ". That review is right on. Read more

Published on February 11, 2001

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