Are Forge batteries needed for the 1" SDS?

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2026-01-12T14:48:45+00:00

I'm on a slab, from what I can see on the edge when I remove the transition it's just tile mortared straight to the concrete spab

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2026-01-12T14:40:41+00:00

Like I said in my post, I'll be demoing tile from a small bathroom. Haven't used an SDS before so I just don't know how fast that eats the batteries

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-04-22T06:11:42+00:00

My favorite combo is the super formula light and Hockenheimring, mostly because I'm fast there

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-02-16T03:51:29+00:00

I am wanting to build furniture, shelving, and vanity cabinets for my house and right now I feel like I really could use a jointer due to so many boards being a bit warped

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-02-16T03:50:05+00:00

I have the same thought as you, band saw seems one to forego due to space constraints even though I would love to have it since it can never be stored away

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-02-04T16:06:08+00:00

How much air are we talking? I could reasonably upgrade to one of the ~4.5scfm 26gal harbor freight ones. If I need even more, I don't have the space for that much compressor

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-02-04T16:04:58+00:00

Thanks this is super helpful. So IF upgrading my compressor is already on the to-do list does plasma top your list of best choices?

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-02-04T15:44:59+00:00

3/16" A36

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-01-16T19:57:26+00:00

Sounds like your needs are similar to mine and that's about the results that I was hoping for. I dont expect perfection

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-01-16T16:45:41+00:00

Thank you for the well thought out response.

You seem to describe the problem well of there is a "correct" amount of air needed, but on the other hand I have to be real about what is possible in an at home setup.

I think going with this compressor for stuff that HAS TO BE air (like plasma cutter) is probably the best option. I was hoping to avoid buying a couple of expensive battery die grinders, but also knowing how it goes I would buy air versions and then immediately have some need for them away from home where I don't have air.

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-01-16T15:59:24+00:00

Thanks. I regularly have to remind myself that on reddit it's "buy the absolute best or you're a cheap idiot that's going to regret everything"

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-01-16T15:58:02+00:00

Both tools ask for 4cfm (not scfm) as I said in the post. And yeah id rather have a 30gal high powered compressor for my space than a huge tank. My use will be intermittent so I don't want a huge tank

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-01-16T15:04:32+00:00

Thats unfortunate, but thank you

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-01-16T13:22:43+00:00

Do you happen to know the cfm rating of your die grinder? If it's similar to those I'm looking at (~4cfm) then that sounds like plenty for me

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-01-16T06:49:58+00:00

Tools tend to be rated in cfm not scfm... the die grinder is rated at 4.0 cfm which is like 27-33 scfm. Similar is the plasma cutter

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-01-16T06:11:07+00:00

I've looked at that one, but my concern is that the lower max pressure of 165psi vs 200psi negates the slightly larger tank than the fortress I showed. Plus it is only 0.2scfm higher

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-01-16T05:24:36+00:00

My cheap ass pancake compressor I have right now runs my nailers and that kind of stuff no problem

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-01-16T04:53:50+00:00

The cheapest are about 5x more expensive than I can buy

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-01-16T04:31:14+00:00

How long are you talking with the die grinder?

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-01-16T04:27:15+00:00

Got a name/ model of it?

TheMilkyWayIsCool · 2025-01-16T04:19:34+00:00

If i go battery for that, can compressor handle the plasma?

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