The connector is almost certainly the 'industrial' type:
http://www.harborfreight.com/5-piece-solid-brass-industrial-uick-coupler-set-68237.html
Get rubber hose; plastic is too stiff and a PITA. Can't go wrong with this
(can also get another 20% off with their
ubiquitous coupons):
http://www.harborfreight.com/25-ft-x-3-8-eighth-inch-heavy-duty-black-rubber-air-hose-2363.html
Cheers,
Bob
On 1/6/2012 6:16 PM, BJNoSHOV8 wrote:
> 1. I bought a new small air compressor (Husky brand) from Home Depot for my
> home use. I just need something for
> light duty, and this was technically a Christmas present from my wife. I
> don't know which type of air connector it
> needs. It comes with a female fitting and from the appearance it must need a
> short male fitting, contrary to my
> experience in my father's shop where he had all long fittings.
>
> 2. For light duty home use, does it matter which type of hose I use? I see
> hoses for sale made from PVC, rubber, and
> polyurethane. I gather that PVC is stiffer, or maybe just stiffer in cold
> weather. I'm on a tight budget so I don't
> want to buy more than I really need.
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