CASTAIR C516VA8 5 HP Commercial Air Compressor – 60-Gallon Vertical ASME Tank, 230V

CASTAIR C516VA8 5 HP Commercial Air Compressor

The CASTAIR C516VA8 is a heavy-duty, single-stage commercial air compressor designed for professional workshops, automotive service facilities, and industrial maintenance applications. Powered by a 5 HP electric motor, it combines high airflow capacity with a 60-gallon vertical ASME tank to provide a dependable compressed-air supply for demanding pneumatic applications.

The compressor features a slow-speed, oil-lubricated cast-iron pump with belt-driven operation. Its vertical tank configuration provides substantial air storage while maintaining a compact floor footprint. Precision connecting rods, automotive-type bearings, disc-and-spring valves, and four-ring pistons are designed to support reliable operation and long service life.

Key Features

• 5 HP single-phase electric motor with 15% service factor and overload protection
• 230V electrical configuration
• 60-gallon vertical ASME-certified tank
• 18.3 CFM airflow at 100 PSI
• 23.7 CFM airflow at 0 PSI
• Slow-speed, 1088 RPM cast-iron pump
• Oil-lubricated, belt-driven, single-stage design
• Factory-set shutoff pressure of 125 PSI
• Automotive-style intake filter and silencer with paper element
• Easy-to-read oil-level sight glass
• Precision steel connecting rods with automotive-type bearings
• Disc-and-spring valves for serviceability and efficiency
• Four-ring pistons designed to reduce oil carryover
• Copper discharge and unloader tubing
• Powder-coated ASME tank with four supporting feet
• Rigid metal belt guard

Specifications

Performance and Installation Notes

Airflow requirements vary by pneumatic tool and application. Check the required CFM at operating pressure and confirm electrical installation requirements before purchase. This single-stage compressor is factory-set to shut off at 125 PSI. Have a qualified electrician verify the power supply and installation.