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Your cart is empty.Compressors are workhorse tools on the job site and in the work shop. Makita® Air Compressors are favorites for their faster recovery time, lower noise, longer tool life, and consistent performance.
The Makita® Quiet Series 1-1/2 HP, 3 Gallon, Oil-Free, Electric Air Compressor (MAC320Q) features a Quiet Series Design, combining strong performance with lower noise. At only 60 dBA, it’s ideal for indoor use during case and base installation, trim and finish carpentry, cabinet or furniture making, and more. The MAC320Q runs at a lower RPM, resulting in longer motor and pump life. It is powered by an efficient 1-1/2 horsepower induction motor that provides up to 90 PSI. It also features a lightweight design (only 52.5 lbs.) for increased portability.
The roll-cage construction provides added protection for the pump and motor assembly during transportation, in storage, and on the job site. Additional features include a low AMP draw that reduces the incidents of tripped breakers at start-up, an oil-free dual-piston pump designed for maintenance-free operation, and hooks for convenient AC power cord storage.
J. Dyer
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2025
No complaints about this compressor. It's quiet but has enough capacity to keep up with any jobs that I've used it for; refilling tires, finish nailers.
WPaul
Reviewed in Canada on September 14, 2024
Works as expected but think its a little louder than the 60db spec'd. Also bought a California 1 gallon air compressor and it seems quieter at 56db. Still useable but would love a 40 to 50 db based unit (dont think they exist :-)
Richard Bleau
Reviewed in Canada on March 27, 2024
Just love it, I don t even realize that it s on !
-Tinman-
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2024
My old Thomas Renegade finally rusted through, so I was forced to buy a new compressor. This Makita compressor is so much quieter and nicer. My only criticism is that the on/off switch is too close to the electric cable. You tend to get a hand full of cable when you reach around the side to turn it on or off.I bought a second one for my daughter.
Hawkeye10
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2023
I am a fan of Makita tools. They work as they should and hold up for years during normal use. I built a very large shed in my yard using the Makita Air Compressor. It generated enough air to keep my framing nailer working well. It is quiet. You hardly hear this compressor running. I now have it in my basement and even inside it is the quietest air compressor I have ever used. It is on the heavy side, however. But who cares. I bought it to make compressed air not to carry it around. I highly recommend it!
Mike
Reviewed in Canada on June 3, 2022
I bought this specifically for a installing a pine roof in the basement. A rather time consuming project, so I got to use it quite a bit. Works perfectly, fairly quiet (it is a compressor). I am totally satisfied with this compressor and expect it to outlive me.
Glenn Frazier
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2022
The Makita Quiet Series is not a gimmick. I didn't realize that the decibel scale is exponential and not linear. So when I first bought an 80 db RIGID 6 gal compressor for $129 I thought it was only 33% louder than the 3 gal Makita at 60 db but $279. I didn't want to pay $150 more for 1/2 the capacity and only a 20 db reduction. WRONG. Since I'm remodeling the compressor has to be inside and often in the same room. I learned that 80db is 100 times more intense and 4 times louder than 60db. It's the difference between a freight train at 15 meters and conversation at a restaurant. The noise level between 80db and 60db is that much.So, yes, the extra cost is totally worth it for me to have a compressor running right next to me that doesn't drive me out of the room until it's done running. It has enough capacity to run my framing nail gun, stapler and finish guns no problem. I just used it to frame a wall and it kept pace no problem.If it matters to you there are a couple limitations: max 135 PSI, 3 gallon capacity and it's heavy at 52 pounds but still luggable.
J S
Reviewed in Canada on January 9, 2022
I like how quiet it is but it is a bit on heavy side when you carry up flight of stairs
Mollie
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2020
This compressor is listed to weigh 44 lbs. It's lighter than some comparable machines that I considered and used, but those others were on wheels. This is heavy enough that some users may wish for wheels and a handle, but it's not bad to carry. There's a shield on the back to ride against your leg (or that's what I believe it's for) and it balances pretty well with the carry handle. The dual hose connections are a nice feature. It allows you to use two tools at once, or hook up two different air nailers, etc. The compressor is rated to come on at 105 psi. That's a nice feature because I have had issues with my framing nailer not seating the last three nails right before other compressors kick back on due to low pressure. This compressor fills up quickly from empty and refills quickly and quietly. If I have one small gripe, I would like it if this was 150 psi or higher (it's a 135 psi machine) so it wouldn't run as often. The side effect is that it would run longer each time. And it's not running constantly or anything like that, but the higher pressure could be a nice improvement. It's quieter than some other comparable "quiet" compressors that I've used by at least a few decibels and it's a solidly built workhorse. For the amount of air it moves (2.6 SCFM) and the level of quiet it maintains while doing it, I think it's a tough package to beat.
Jerry Lynn Ford
Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2020
Well, I'm officially an old fxxx. Pushing 70 years old and just now looking at retiring. I'm building things up and getting my shop put together. Having an air compressor IS a required part of a well equipped shop. I had been using one of those pancake compressors. It's good for minor things but I end up waiting for it all the time. I thought I would Makita a try. I have to say, this thing is built like a tank. Every detail is top notch. It's way quieter than that pancake thing. I'm very impressed with the speed in which it makes. It does not do what I was hoping for but for what it's designed to do, it's great. IF your looking for a compressor to keep up with lite work, this is the way to go. IF your a contractor and need something to keep up with your nail guns and such, this is the way to go. IF you want to keep up with the air impacts, sanders etc, this is not what your looking for. I'll be looking for a small compressor with something like a 30 gallon tank. That will be better suited to what I'm setting up. No reflection on the Makita. It's awesome. ( for what it was designed to do )
Joel Morissette
Reviewed in Canada on October 10, 2020
Just got this in today. Decided to take it around the house and finish some jobs I couldn't get right with my old compressor.It worked amazingly!!Lightweight to carry around.Very quiet.Compact and great looking.I love the attention to details, all the way to the power cord storage brackets.I put in about 50 brad nails. Super easy to adjust the psi so that make my nailer work perfectly.Best part which I didn't even know is it's oil free. So low maintenance required!Highly recommend!
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