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Required Accessories9
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Optional Accessories10
Features
Grade
Consumer
Style
Portable - Vertical
CFM
5.1
Tank Size
27
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Dependable Electric Portable Air Compressor
78dBA is ideal for indoor use where noise is an issue
30% more quiet than similar oil free induction products
Perfect for larger projects, spray painting, HVLP spray gun, blow guns, brad and nail guns
Oil-Free Single Stage Pump
Produces 6.0 CFM @ 40 PSI; 5.1 CFM @ 90 PSI for plenty of power
No need for oil separators in your airline system
Provides cleaner air for tool operation and less maintenance
Impressive 200 Maximum PSI
Fast recovery time results in increased project efficiency
Provides more usable air resulting in longer tool run times
3X more tool run time compared to typical 26-gallon oil-free compressors with direct drive induction motors
Heavy Duty 1.7-HP UMC Motor
Designed for maximum performance and efficiency
Oil-free offers a maintenance free and peak tool performance
Compliant with UL and CSA standards
Low Voltage, Easy Start
Motor will operate on up to 400 ft. of extension cord (Properly Sized)
Works in a variety of temperatures
27-Gallon Steel Vertical Tank
Compact design for easy portability to job sites
Tackle airbrushing, drilling, sanding and bolting/wrenching
High Flow Regulator & Couplers
Offers peak performance for tools with maximum airflow
Engineered for high performance and durability
Dual gauges to monitor tool & tank pressure at a glance
Sturdy 10-Inch Pneumatic Tires
Easy to move around garage or workshop
Great for uneven terrains & dampens vibration
California residents see
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
dBA dBASound levels are measured in decibels (dB). The lower the decibel rating, the less noise the product makes. As an example, a ticking watch is 20 dB while on the other end of the scale, a lawn mower is around 90 dB.
78
Magnetic Starter Magnetic StarterThe Magnetic Starter is the "thinking cap" for the motor of the air compressor. Magnetic starters are electromagnetically operated switches that provide a safe method for certain motors to be started under a large motor load.
No
Amp Draw
15
Engine
HP
1.7
Pump
CFM CFMCubic Feet Per Minute, which indicates the compressor's flow rate - or the amount of air that a compressor can produce at a given pressure level. Typically compressors that have higher CFM ratings are able to provide more air, which makes them ideal for larger applications
5.1
CFM Rated @
90 PSI
CFM @ 40 PSI
6.0
Pump Material
Aluminum
Max PSI Max PSIPSI, or Pounds Per Square Inch, measures the amount of pressure placed on a square inch of space. In compressor terms, PSI is the amount of force that an air compressor can deliver
200 PSI
Oil Sight Glass
No
Pump Type
Single-Stage
After Cooler After CoolerAn aftercooler is a mechanical heat exchanger designed to remove the heat and moisture of compression from a compressed air stream so the air is cool and dry enough for use in air-operated equipment. A compressed air aftercooler has three primary functions: Cool the air discharged from the air compressor
No
Pump Drive
Direct Drive
Oil Type
Oil Free
Tank
Tank Size
27 Gallons
Tank Outlet
1/4 Inch
Electronic Drain Valve Electronic Drain ValveThe inexpensive and reliable electric drain valve (EDV) automatically removes condensate from your air system. It has an integral strainer to prevent clogging and saves time and money by eliminating the need for manual draining
No
Tank Orientation
Vertical
Filter
Regulator
Yes
Accessories
Pressure Gauge
Yes
Air Dryer
No
Overview
Product Category
Air Compressor - Portable
Weight
111 Pounds
Certification
UL, CSA
Consumer Warranty
1 Year
Product Length
21.3 Inches
Product Width
24.2 Inches
Product Height
50.6 Inches
Power Type
Electric
UPC
846212070536
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