From paint sprayers to nail guns ... This is good advice for any air compressor requiring oil lubrication. The air filter must also be regularly inspected before each use and replaced if it's dirty or ...

Water/Oil Traps, Filters, And Pressure RegulatorsAir filters and control units (traps and regulators) are necessities needed in any air-supply system. Each feed line should be equipped with both.

The answer to that depends on the compressor itself and what the manufacturer suggests. For example, the Sears 3-Gallon 1 HP air compressor is oil lubricated, which means it needs regular oil ...