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Air Venturi EC-3000 Compressor by Hill

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Hill is well known as the leader in hand pumps that produce dry air for PCP airguns, and now they are expanding into the world of compressors, with the EC-3000!  This is the compressor of the future.  Not only does it have an adjustable output pressure and automatic shutoff, but it is all digital, meaning you can control your fill pressure down to the last PSI or BAR if you want to.  No messing with a dial on a physical gauge, if you want to fill your Air Arms S510XS to exactly 250 BAR, set the output pressure to 250 BAR, and start your fill.  The EC-3000 will stop when you get to 250 BAR, and you'll even be able to watch it build pressure on the screen as it fills.  It's as simple as that.  

You can also adjust the display to show pressure in BAR, PSI or MPa.  That way, no matter what you are filling, you can ensure you are getting the right amount of air into your rifle or pistol with every fill.  Made in England by the cleanest name in hand pumps, Hill Pumps, the EC-3000 is made to last with minimal servicing needed.  There is an on-board filter to keep the air dry and clean and there's even a safeguard in place to keep the unit from overheating.  

In addition to the cooling fan, the unit is programmed to shut off at 75C automatically, until it cools adequately, and then it will restart itself and continue the fill.  This system keeps you from having to constantly stop and start the unit and also eliminates the need for bulky water tanks.  The unit is lubricated with silicone lube, fed from a small container stored on the right side of the compressor.  It takes low maintenance to a whole new level!  Almost as low as the 75 dB sound signature the compressor makes while running!  

Fill Times (all times include cool down stops):

  • Kral Puncher Jumbo (425cc): 0 - 200 BAR in approx. 7:15 min
  • Umarex Gauntlet (213cc): 0 - 3000 PSI in approx. 3:30 min
  • Airforce Texan LSS CF (475cc): 150 - 250 BAR in approx. 3:30 min
  • Benjamin Marauder (215cc): 1500 - 3000 PSI in approx. 1:45 min
  • Airforce Condor (490cc): 0 - 3000 PSI in approx. 8 min
  • FX Dreamline Classic (250cc): 0 - 230 BAR in approx. 3:50 min

 

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Air Venturi EC-3000 Compressor by Hill 

  • Max Output Pressure: 4,350 PSI (300 BAR)
  • Adjustable Output Pressure
  • Automatic Shut-Off
  • Runs off of 110V Outlet
  • Air Cooled
  • Automated cool down cycle during fills - compressor stops itself and restarts once cooled 
  • Digital Display
  • Output hose ends with female quick disconnect fitting
  • Adjustable Unit Display (BAR, PSI, MPa)
  • Displays fill pressure and temperature (in Celcius) during the fill
  • Integrated output filter with bleed valve
  • Ultra quiet - 75dB during operation
  • Length – 465mm (18.3")
  • Height – 385mm (15.16")
  • Width – 235mm (9.25")
  • Weight – approx. 55 lbs
  • Made in England

 

Please Note: The EC-3000 is recommended for filling PCP guns only. Do not use for breathing air.

 

 

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This compressor is just what we needed. We have a Youth Airgun League and 4 H airgun league. The Air Venturi EC-3000 does exactly what we hoped it would do. I would recommend this product to anyone that has to lug air tanks to get them filled.

The rubber pads for the feet need to be made of harder or denser rubber. We have teenagers that drag the compressor instead of picking it up and the feet are constantly coming off.

John Mar 17, 2024

Try putting small furniture sliders under the feet.

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This is a well built machine. Charges my Hatsan Piledriver very fast.

It could use a longer charging hose.

Expensive.

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Size.

Noise.

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Quiet and easy operation. Easy to carry lightweight unit. Time will tell on longevity.

I would prefer an enclosed water cooling system to keep temps down instead of shut-offs and fuse blowing. At the least a way to do that for an extra sum. Probably a filter beyond the factory water/oil separator.

They are _ONLY_ designed to fill gun tanks not bigger bottles of any kind. Be sure you know that before spending a large sum on one.

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The overall fit and finish is very nice. The pump is easy to operate, menus and controls easy to understand. I like that the fill pressure has to be reset every time the pump is turned on. I have airguns with different requirements, so it makes you take a moment to think about what you are about to fill, and set it appropriately. There no dive shops anywhere near me so this is the best option as I was not shooting as much having to hand pump a 480cc bottle. I got this for Christmas, and the first thing my wife said when I fired it up in the living room was that it was not very loud.

This was purchased during the holiday specials that were run so it was not as expensive as it would have been. It's a pill to swallow, but hopefully in the long run it will be worth it.

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Size, price

Dependability.

Second unit is going back. I got maybe 20 minutes of use between the two units. Both would work the first day. On day two neither would power up. I also believe the second one I got was a refrub unit. I am now looking for a compressor from different manufacture.

Michael Dec 17, 2022

Check out the kong big foot, same price and extremely reliable

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Ease of operation. No need for water baths to keep it cool. Solidly built with quality.

Nothing.

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PCP refill station, So glad to have at home now. With so many SCUBA shops closing up was starting to have a dim outlook on the future and longevity of the PCP air guns. Now with pumps like this within reach of the consumer the PCP Air Gun is here to stay.

Love this pump, a few features for this price point and obviously easy to program in the GUI would be nice. * Having a few user-set defined fill pressures to cycle through vs having to scroll from 1400 PSI each and every fill would be nice at this price point. * Ability to convert temperature between Fahrenheit and Celsius. * Menu to be a little less clunky, more user friendly.

Regardless of things I'd like to see changed, this pump rocks. For filling rifles/guns directly it is ideal. For filing tanks be aware it is moving very little air to this high pressure so it does take a long while to fill tanks.

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This Air Venturi EC-3000 compressor by Hill is a fine piece of equipment. It is beautifully made and works perfectly. it was extremely easy to set up and very easy to use. This compressor fills PCP tanks very quickly and is relatively quiet. It has a unique cooling system so that you don't have to worry about overheating. I enjoy just looking at it as it looks really good. I am very impressed with it and also the excellent service from Pyramid Air.

This only thing I would change about this compressor is the pressure readout. I would prefer PSI instead of BAR.

H. F. Oct 25, 2022

Hi, Bruce. The controller on the compressor lets you select either BAR or PSI. I switch back and forth depending on which rifle I am filling. If you spin the control to show the units, then click it and spin it to select the units you want, then click it again to lock in that selection, you can change it to PSI. Good luck!

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Ive tried the best of the Chinese lunchbox compressors. I got 4 years (a record?) out of the Nomad 2, and 3 days out of the Tuxing. The Hill EC-3000 seemed like the next step up. Air Venturi is now distributing it, so the price is a now half again as much, but the electronics have been improved, so it may actually be worth it. Its quiet, relatively fast, and convenient. The build quality is great. The size is larger than a lunchbox, but still compact. And it uses a real 110/220 volt motor, not a tiny 12 volt motor with an inverter. A joy to use.

An intake filter would make it even quieter. It would be nice if the price came back down, at least a bit. And the oil kit is even more overpriced than the machine. There is no rebuild kit in the US (they say contact reseller if it malfunctions, which is baloney) Ill have to get one from England if they dont offer it by the time I hit a hundred hours. This device is totally driven by electronics, which is convenient, unless they fail. All of which are concerning, but none are deal breakers.,

This is a stationary device. It does not run from a car battery, cannot be tilted and moved like a lunchbox unit. If you need on-location air, fill a tank for that.

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