The myriad of brands and styles available in air compressors can be a bit overwhelming when you are shopping for the right unit. If you are looking for a space-saving, stationary compressor with a large capacity tank, then vertical air compressors may be just what you need! These units are arranged with the motor and the pump at the top of the tank so that the machine occupies less space, but loses none of its power.
Harbor Freight, a renowned tool store offers the Central Pneumatic Vertical Air Compressor with a built-in universal quick connect coupler for connecting air hose easily. The equipment includes a 3HP motor, oil lubricated compressor, oil level indicator window for easy maintenance and rubber foot stabilizers for reduced vibration. The machine delivers 3.5 SCFM at 90 PSI and 8.8 SCFM at 40 PSI. It weighs 113.1 lbs and costs only $219.99. The Central Pneumatic Vertical Compressor, also at Harbor Freight, is a 3 HP, 21 gallon 125 PSI machine is priced at $169.99.
Tool Planet offers a powerful vertical air compressor model which includes a 6.5 HP motor, no load speed of 3450 RPM, maximum pressure 125 PSI and displacement of 6.5 CFM. The ideal air compressor for a DIYer or contractor, the unit costs $526.95 and its shipping weight is 198 lbs.
Looking for an entire vertical air compressor package? Wholesale Tool Industrial Equipment and Supplies offers a 20 gallon vertical air compressor with 16 piece 1/2" impact wrench set for just $229. The compressor has a horsepower of 2 HP and delivers air of 5 CFM at 90 PSI. The kit also includes a 25’1/4” air hose. Wholesale Tool Industrial Equipment and Supplies carries another excellent vertical air compressor package that includes a 20 gallon air compressor with 16 piece 3/8” ratchet set for the same price of $229.
When you want even more choices, check out Every Air Compressor, another CSN store, which offers more than 70 models of vertical air compressors. Top two brands – the Ingersoll Rand 60 Gallon Vertical Single Stage Electric Air Compressor and the Campbell Hausfeld Vertical 60 Gallon Air Compressor – are available from the site for $729 each.
Before you select an air compressor consider all your needs. If space is limited in your home or workshop, the benefits of a vertical air compressor could prove even more valuable than you originally thought.
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