The 10 Best Desiccant Air Dryers

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This wiki has been updated 18 times since it was first published in October of 2018. Whether you're trying to achieve a flawless finish on each car that comes into your auto body shop or looking to suck some extra moisture out of your pipes on freezing cold nights, having the right item can help make the job easier. Using heatless technology, these desiccant air dryers regulate temperature without hurting the environment. Here are some of the best models on the market. When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. ATD Tools 7762

2. Campbell Hausfeld PA208503AV

3. DeVilbiss 130525

Editor's Notes

December 10, 2018:

I chose these 10 items in the interest of brand and usage diversity. Many of the best models are geared toward auto body shops and industries rather than individuals. I made sure to include items that are safe and geared toward personal use as well as professional use.

4. Parker Three-Unit Combo

5. Sharpe 6760 DryAire

6. Coilhose Pneumatics 8424

7. Van Air 38-0125

8. PneumaticPlus 3 Stage

9. Hankison 13.4 CFM

10. SMC IDW15N


Christopher Thomas
Last updated by Christopher Thomas

Building PCs, remodeling, and cooking since he was young, quasi-renowned trumpeter Christopher Thomas traveled the USA performing at and organizing shows from an early age. His work experiences led him to open a catering company, eventually becoming a sous chef in several fine LA restaurants. He enjoys all sorts of barely necessary gadgets, specialty computing, cutting-edge video games, and modern social policy. He has given talks on debunking pseudoscience, the Dunning-Kruger effect, culinary technique, and traveling. After two decades of product and market research, Chris has a keen sense of what people want to know and how to explain it clearly. He delights in parsing complex subjects for anyone who will listen -- because teaching is the best way to ensure that you understand things yourself.


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