I’m currently cleaning up an 8 gallon air tank that I bought new about 15 years ago. Well, come to find out it has an expiration date on it! Discard after 9-2008 is what it says. Has anyone seen this before? The tank only had minor surface rust that has now been cleaned up. So before I give it a fresh coat of paint, what do y’all think about this? Toss it or keep using it?
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i would toss it. being carbon steel your not sure of what the inside is like after years of condensation. it is probably ok. but with 150psi in it its a bomb, not worth the risk -
I know when I used to play paintball, we would have to get our air tanks hydro tested every 3 or 5 years or something like that. Honestly, I wouldnt risk it, theyre cheap enough where its not worth having a ticking time bomb.Comment
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Don't risk using it. They have a specific amount of time they can be static tested, but they all expire eventuallyOriginally posted by 91cavgt View PostComment
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100 to 150 psi isn't that much, I would keep using it, but wouldn't carry it inside a vehicle. My truck tires hold 80 psi. Now the 1000-4000 psi tanks are a differenct deal.Comment
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If I use it, it will be piggy backed in my garage to increase my current air tank capacity. My current air compressor only runs up to 120 psi.Comment
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On a 150 psi tank I would keep rocking and rolling with it. We have been using our tanks on our compressors since the 70s and have a new compressor that rides in the back of the truck that is at least 10 years old and still going strong
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My scuba tanks are rated to 3500-3000 psi. They get hydrostatic testing every 5 years and visuals every year. I would use that tank with no worries
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