My compressor cannot seem to get more than 40lbs of pressure and I cannot figure out the problem.

by Charles
(Phoenix,Az)

I have a central pneumatic 2 hp pancake style compressor. suddenly it runs constantly and won't exceed 40psi.??? blown gasket?

Sincerely,

Charles

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Charles, yours is a classic "won't build pressure problem" which has been addressed many times on this website.

Here's the main page. Follow the links to additional info about what causes this problem.

http://www.about-air-compressors.com/compressor-will-not-build-pressure.html

Cheers,

Bill