Easy
30-60 minutes
This is an authentic OEM supplied replacement item. It is made for use with air compressors. The pressure switch is designed to control when the compressor should start or stop building up pressure. A common reason to replace a pressure switch is if the compressor is not turning on or off at the user specified pressure. This 120V single pole pressure switch is sold individually.
Replacing this pressure switch is relatively easy task. You will need a set of wrenches, nut driver set and a thread-sealing tape.
• First make sure to unplug air compressor
• Drain the air tank
• Remove the tank pressure gauge
• Disconnect the pressure switch tube
• Remove the pressure regulator assembly
• Disconnect the wires
• Remove the safety valve
• Remove the old pressure switch
• Install the new one
• Reassemble in reverse order
• Test the air compressor
Pressure Switch 5140118-56
OEM part for: Porter Cable
Part Number: 5140118-56
Ships within 1 business day 
Product Description ?
- Classification: Part
- Weight: 1.15 lbs.
- Shipping: Ships Worldwide
Compatibility
This Pressure Switch will fit the following 49 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
Porter Cable
Show More Compatible ModelsThis item works with the following types of products:
- Compressor Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: Z-D26611
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The old pressure switch was leaking and it would make the pressure needed to shut off
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Wrench Set
Parts Used
The compressor after after running to build up pressure flipped the breaker
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Wrench Set
Parts Used
Compressor would trip breaker while trying to start!
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Wrench Set
Parts Used
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9IA1oFK-FI
Would not build compression, was loud. Switch would not cut it off, it had been broken for a long time.
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Wrench Set, Nutdriver, Adjustable Wrench
Broken on/off lever on pressure switch
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Nutdriver
Parts Used
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