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15-30 minutes
This replacement manifold is specially designed for use on air compressors. It is a genuine OEM sourced item that is sold individually. The purpose of this part is to adjusts the pressure of the air coming from the tank to the desired level. This item includes a metal manifold, quick connect fitting and a plastic regulator knob. Make sure to unplug the air compressor release all the air from the tank before installing this part.
Manifold A16181
OEM part for: Porter Cable, DeVilbiss, Black and Decker, Craftsman
Part Number: A16181
$67.48
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This Manifold will fit the following 29 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
Porter Cable
DeVilbiss
Black and Decker
Craftsman
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This part replaces obsolete part #: A11404, 1000000273, A12330
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Accurate description worked as expected.
The part arrived quickly, faily priced, accurated description, good quality. If you are a little mechanically inclined its not too difficult to remove damaged part and put in replacement.
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Everything went perfect - Order through delivery and installation.
Perfect fit - worked as required..
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April 22, 2023
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Exact Part - arrived quickly
The part was the right part and arrived very quickly. Would use them again.
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November 1, 2021
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Great service
The Regulator was easy to install. Works great. Avoided the cost of a replacement air compressor.
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October 12, 2021
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Just Like The Original
the part is what i needed. went on easily and got my compressor working
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October 6, 2021
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Easy repair, works as I expected
Part arrived earlier than expected, like new construction
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January 16, 2021
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Perfect fit!
The part was received in a very short time after ordering. Was easy to install, perfect fit and compressor now working again with no valve leaks!
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July 29, 2020
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Craftsman regulator
Looks the same as the old part hope it will fix my problem have not put it on yet
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November 18, 2019
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Easy repair
put it on and right back to work. Fit great , no problems
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October 14, 2019
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Quick repair, but took a week to get here.
The replacement part for my compressor seems to be working properly, so far. I am quite pleased! Thank you.
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August 12, 2019
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Does this fit my product?Questions & Answers for Manifold
This part is showing rated to 125 psi but the compressor is rated to 150. Is this going to be a problem?
Donna
for model number 919166442
asked on 2022-08-08
Hello Donna, Thank you for the question. According to Craftsman, this updated Regulator Part Number: A16181 will work on your model 919166442 without an issue. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Air leaking from regulator.
john - April 4, 2016
👍 8 of 9 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Adjustable Wrench, thread sealer
Parts Used
Replaced the manifold-regulator assy.
Remove the 2 phillips head retaining screws under the plastic housing, and slide the housing out of the way.
this will allow clearance for the manifold to be un threaded from the press. tank.
Disconnect the press. relief hose from the manifold before removing. Replace clamp with a miniature adjustable clamp.
Remove the press. gauges, release ring and reinstall on new manifold after cleaning threads. and
applying thread. sealer.
Reattach the manifold, press. relief hose and housing.
Good To Go!
Remove the 2 phillips head retaining screws under the plastic housing, and slide the housing out of the way.
this will allow clearance for the manifold to be un threaded from the press. tank.
Disconnect the press. relief hose from the manifold before removing. Replace clamp with a miniature adjustable clamp.
Remove the press. gauges, release ring and reinstall on new manifold after cleaning threads. and
applying thread. sealer.
Reattach the manifold, press. relief hose and housing.
Good To Go!
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Pulled compressor over accidently. Had to replace gauge/manifold
JOHN - March 8, 2017
👍 2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Wrench Set, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Took off the parts that didn't come with the new regulator, then removed the old regulator.
Installed the new regulator and the parts. Runs great.
Installed the new regulator and the parts. Runs great.
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Air pressure regulator leaking air
William - June 19, 2016
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Wrench Set
Parts Used
1. Removed connector hoses
2. Removed compressor
3. Unscrewed manifold assembly and gauges
4. Used pipe tape on all fittings
5. Re installed gauges and manifold assembly
6. Re installed compressor onto tank
7. Re connected all hose
8. Run unit, test for leaks and adjust press
2. Removed compressor
3. Unscrewed manifold assembly and gauges
4. Used pipe tape on all fittings
5. Re installed gauges and manifold assembly
6. Re installed compressor onto tank
7. Re connected all hose
8. Run unit, test for leaks and adjust press
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Regulator was leaking
John - June 22, 2023
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Adjustable Wrench, Teflon tape, 1/4” braided rubber line
Parts Used
Drained tank
Disconnect copper line to tank from compressor
Cut clamp on rubber line to regulator and removed hose.
Unscrew pressure gauges and set aside
Unscrew pressure relief valve and set aside
Remove output hose qick connect and set aside
Remove two screws from compressor base (one front and one back) and slide compressor off top of tank
Unscrew regulator and discard
On new regulator, apply Teflon tape to threads and screw in to tank
Apply tape to pressure valve, gauges and output qick release. Screw in and tighten.
Check rubber hose from compressor and replace if needed, make sure hose is clamped tightly
Slide compressor unit back on tank and secure with two screws
Reattach rubber line to regulator with new clamp and tighten clamp
Reattach copper line from compressor to tank and snug down.
Power up and check for leaks.
My rubber hose from the compressor to the regulator was perished which made me remove the four torx screws from the plastic cover to access the hose on the compressor and replace it. I used 1/4” braided fuel line for this
Works great
Disconnect copper line to tank from compressor
Cut clamp on rubber line to regulator and removed hose.
Unscrew pressure gauges and set aside
Unscrew pressure relief valve and set aside
Remove output hose qick connect and set aside
Remove two screws from compressor base (one front and one back) and slide compressor off top of tank
Unscrew regulator and discard
On new regulator, apply Teflon tape to threads and screw in to tank
Apply tape to pressure valve, gauges and output qick release. Screw in and tighten.
Check rubber hose from compressor and replace if needed, make sure hose is clamped tightly
Slide compressor unit back on tank and secure with two screws
Reattach rubber line to regulator with new clamp and tighten clamp
Reattach copper line from compressor to tank and snug down.
Power up and check for leaks.
My rubber hose from the compressor to the regulator was perished which made me remove the four torx screws from the plastic cover to access the hose on the compressor and replace it. I used 1/4” braided fuel line for this
Works great
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Manifold leaking
Pat - February 17, 2023
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Wrench Set, Channel locks
Parts Used
Installed exact replacement with nipple and teflon tape
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Regulator leak
Rick - June 7, 2021
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Wrench Set
Parts Used
Disconnected airline from compressor to tank.
Disconnected airline to regulator.
Removed two Phillips screws holding compressor in place.
Slid compressor off of tank.
Removed regulator from tank.
Removed blow off valve and gauges from manifold.
Reversed for install.
Easy peazy.
Disconnected airline to regulator.
Removed two Phillips screws holding compressor in place.
Slid compressor off of tank.
Removed regulator from tank.
Removed blow off valve and gauges from manifold.
Reversed for install.
Easy peazy.
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Regulator leaked
James - May 29, 2021
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Replaced manifold/regulator assembly. I was pleased that Ereplacement Parts had an exact fit manifold.
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Compressor keeps running change parts still keeps running
Doug - October 3, 2020
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Power Drill, Wrench Set, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Removed plastic housing unplugged pressure switch removed hose from regulator replaced switch & regulator.
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leaking regulator (air)
David - June 13, 2019
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Wrench Set, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Easy just take off both gauges and bleed valve.
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Compressor regulator was leaking air
John - May 22, 2019
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Wrench Set
Parts Used
1. Unplugged the compressor and drained the air
2. Disconnected the lines to the compressor pump
3. Removed the set screws holding the pump on and removed it from the tank
4. Unscrewed the old regulator assembly from the tank
5. Transferred the gauges and pop valve from the old assembly to the new one
6. Screwed the new assembly onto the tank
7. Connected the pump back on top of the tank, and attached the lines to the tank.
8. Plugged it in and turned it on to pressure up the tank
9. Leak checked the fittings
2. Disconnected the lines to the compressor pump
3. Removed the set screws holding the pump on and removed it from the tank
4. Unscrewed the old regulator assembly from the tank
5. Transferred the gauges and pop valve from the old assembly to the new one
6. Screwed the new assembly onto the tank
7. Connected the pump back on top of the tank, and attached the lines to the tank.
8. Plugged it in and turned it on to pressure up the tank
9. Leak checked the fittings
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