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Campbell Hausfeld 3.7-HP 30-Gallon (Belt-Drive) Cast-Iron Air Compressor (230V 1-Phase)
Model:
VT6271
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Required Accessories
9
These accessories are required to properly setup/install this product.
Optional Accessories
10
Features
Grade
Consumer
Style
Portable - Horizontal
CFM
10.2
Tank Size
30
- 230-Volt Power Required
- Extra electricity boosts CFM rating to 10 @ 90 PSI
- Can power a variety of air tools for the serious DIY user, professional or contractor
- Cast Iron Twin-Cylinder Pump
- Oil-lubricated for extended performance
- Up to 5,000 hours of life (based on B-10 bearing rating)
- Balanced Pump Crankshaft
- Ensures smooth operation & extended service life
- Commercial V-Belt Drive
- Provides efficient power transfer & long service life
- Quieter Operation
- Compared to oil-lube aluminum pumps
- 10.2 CFM @ 90 PSI
- Powerful enough to run many air tools
- Tank rated to 135 PSI maximum
- 30 Gallon Tank
- Horizontal tank for stability, low center of gravity
- Fully Enclosed Metal Guard
- Protects the belt and operators and safe operation
California residents see
Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead which is known to the State of California to cause Developmental Harm.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
VT6271
General Information
Product Category
Air Compressor - Portable
Motor
Voltage
230 Volt AC
Phase
1-Phase
dBA
dBA
Sound 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.
87
Magnetic Starter
Magnetic Starter
The 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
15.7
Recommended Breaker
Consult Certified Electrician
Engine
HP
3.7
Pump
CFM
CFM
Cubic 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
10.2
CFM Rated @
90 PSI
CFM @ 40 PSI
11.5
Pump Material
Solid Cast Iron
Max PSI
Max PSI
PSI, 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
135 PSI
Oil Sight Glass
Yes
Pump Type
Single-Stage
After Cooler
After Cooler
An 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
Belt Drive
Oil Type
Oil Lubricated
Pump Low Oil Shut-off
Pump Low Oil Shut-off
Prevents the air compressor from operating or restarting without an adequate amount of oil in the compressor
No
Tank
Tank Size
30 Gallons
Tank Outlet
1/4 Inch
Electronic Drain Valve
Electronic Drain Valve
The 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
Horizontal
Accessories
Pressure Gauge
Yes
Air Dryer
No
Overview
Product Category
Air Compressor - Portable
Weight
174 Pounds
Certification
UL, CSA
Consumer Warranty
1 Year
Commercial Warranty
90 Days
Product Length
52 Inches
Product Width
24 Inches
Product Height
38.5 Inches
Power Type
Electric
UPC
045564103996
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Product Questions
Answered by Joshua, the Air Compressor Expert
Is this made in USA? Most seem to be assembled here of overseas parts, my 15 year old one is made entirely here and that's what I want again
Phil Mathews
from Connecticut
November 27, 2015
Hello,
What size transformer would you recommend to operate the CH VT6271 on a 110v outlet?
I'm concerned about the starting watts when the compressor is refilling.
Chris Roualec
from
April 08, 2011
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