DeWalt Quiet, 150 PSI Max, 1.6 Gal. Portable Electric Compressor

Quiet, 150 PSI Max, 1.6 Gal. Portable Electric Compressor

Features

  • Oil-less (maintenance-free) pump
  • Low noise level: 65 dB(A)
  • 2.5 CFM delivered @ 90 PSI for quick recovery/surge performance
  • 150 PSI maximum operating pressure
  • Roll-cage frame and protected control panel
  • 2-pole low-vibration motor
  • Low 7 Amp draw for easier starts on standard circuits
  • Single 1/4 in. NPT air outlet
  • Manual tank drain valve for periodic moisture removal
  • Lightweight, compact design for carrying and storage

Specifications

Item # 6690583
Voltage 110V
Amperage 7 Amp
Warranty 1 Year Limited
Drain Type Manual drain valve
Drive Type Electric
Horsepower 0.75 HP
Maximum Psi 150 PSI
Noise Level 65 dB(A)
Oil Required No
Cfm At 90 Psi 2.5 CFM
Pump Material Steel
Pressure Gauge Yes
Product Weight 32 lb
Air Outlet Size 1/4 in. NPT
Shipping Weight 33 lb
Air Tank Capacity 1.6 gal
Dimensions (L X W X H) 12.0 x 17.0 x 13.0 in
Tank Style/Orientation Hot dog / Horizontal

Compact, low-noise portable electric air compressor intended for small indoor jobs and garage use. Oil-less pump design reduces routine maintenance. Delivers 2.5 CFM at 90 PSI with a 1.6 gallon tank and a 150 PSI maximum for short surge performance and quick recovery. Roll-cage frame and protected control panel help protect components during transport and use.

Model Number: DXCMS15016US

Project Ideas

Business

Mobile Airbrush Customization Booth

Offer on-site customizations at markets and events—sneakers, helmets, skate decks, phone cases. The 7 Amp draw runs on standard circuits and 65 dB keeps noise customer‑friendly. Kit: compressor, regulator/moisture trap, airbrushes, pop-up spray booth, stencils. Sell tiered designs and add a protective clear coat upsell.


Apartment-Friendly Trim & Repair

Provide small carpentry services—install/repair baseboards, shoe molding, and casing—with an 18‑ga brad nailer. The low-noise compressor reduces complaints in multifamily buildings, and quick recovery supports short nail bursts. Charge per linear foot with a minimum service call; bundle caulking and touch-up painting.


PC and Electronics Dust-Off Detailing

Replace canned air with a moisture‑trapped, regulated blower (25–40 PSI) for desktops, servers, keyboards, cameras, and 3D printers. Quiet enough for offices and classrooms. Sell quarterly maintenance plans to businesses and gaming cafés; include thermal paste refresh and filter cleaning as premium tiers.


Event Balloon & Sports Inflation Station

Run a pop-up inflation service for balloon arches/columns and on-site ball inflation at leagues and tournaments. Use a digital inflator, Schrader/Presta adapters, and balloon tips on the 1/4 in. NPT outlet. Quiet operation suits indoor gyms; charge per setup or offer day-rate packages with decor add-ons.


Small-Batch Resin Goods Microbrand

Produce pressure-cast resin earrings, keycaps, dice sets, and fishing lures with a certified pressure pot powered by the compressor. Market the flawless bubble‑free finish as your differentiator. Sell via Etsy and local boutiques; host paid workshops where attendees cast their own piece using your setup.

Creative

Tabletop Airbrush Studio

Set up a compact airbrush station for minis, models, sneakers, and phone cases. The compressor’s quiet 65 dB and steady 2.5 CFM @ 90 PSI make it ideal indoors; regulate down to 15–35 PSI with an inline regulator/moisture trap and adapt the 1/4 in. NPT to airbrush hose. Build a foldable spray booth with a box fan + filter for overspray. Perfect for gradient fades, stencils, and weathering effects.


Custom Frames & Shadow Boxes

Use a brad or pin nailer to assemble picture frames, canvas stretchers, and memorabilia shadow boxes. The 1.6 gal tank handles short nail bursts while glue sets, and the protected panel keeps controls safe on the bench. Add a blow gun to dust off glass and joinery before finishing for professional results.


Resin Pressure Casting (Jewelry & Lures)

Pair the compressor with a small pressure pot to crush bubbles in resin at 40–60 PSI for crystal‑clear earrings, dice, and fishing lures. The compact tank will cycle, but the 150 PSI max easily reaches target pot pressure. Only use a certified pressure vessel and rated fittings; never exceed the pot’s rating. Quick-connects (1/4 in. NPT) make setup fast.


DIY Upholstered Headboard or Dining Chairs

Create a tufted headboard or reupholster chairs using a pneumatic stapler at 60–90 PSI. The low-vibration, low-noise motor is apartment‑friendly for evening projects. Use the blow gun to fluff batting and clear surfaces before fabric goes on for a clean, crisp finish.


Air-Driven Fluid Art Canvases

Pour acrylics and use regulated air (5–25 PSI via airbrush or micro-nozzle) to push colors into blooms and wisps you can’t get by mouth-blowing or straws. The compressor’s quiet operation keeps focus in the studio; a coiled hose and fine tip nozzle give precise control for dramatic, repeatable effects.