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FS-Curtis CT5 5-HP 80-Gallon Two-Stage Air Compressor (230V 1-Phase)
Model:
FCT05C55V8X-A2L1H1
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Required Accessories
9
These accessories are required to properly setup/install this product.
Optional Accessories
10
Features
Grade
Commercial
Voltage
230 Volt AC
Phase
1-Phase
CFM
15.9
Tank Size
80
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- Value-Minded Industrial Design
- Provides robust performance at a lower cost
- 100% Cast Iron Cylinders, Heads, Connecting Rods & Pistons
- More cast iron for a longer service life
- Significantly longer lasting than pumps with aluminum components
- High Flow, Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Valve Channel Valve System
- Delivers more CFM per horsepower
- Robust Intercooler
- Increases compressor efficiency
- Industrial Grade Main Roller Bearings
- Precision fit supports rotating parts for longer pump life
- Ductile Iron Crankshaft
- Stronger, more corrosion resistant, & less likely to break
- Higher Pressure & Longer Life
- Outperforms single stage compressors
- Perfect for light automotive & light industrial applications
- 875 RPM Pump Increases Pump Life
- Superior to other entry-level compressors; thermal overload protection
- 1 Year Factory Warranty
- Extends to 2 years using FS-Curtis maintenance products
- The Reciprocating Start Up and Warranty Registration form must be completed in its entirety ONLINE at www.fscurtis.com within 30 days of the original start up date
- For detailed information please see Warranty Breakdown under the Manuals tab
California residents see
Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Cumene which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer, and Lead which is known to the State of California to cause Developmental Harm.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
FCT05C55V8X-A2L1H1
General Information
Product Category
Air Compressor - Stationary
Motor
Voltage
230 Volt AC
Phase
1-Phase
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
Consult Certified Electrician
Recommended Breaker
Consult Certified Electrician
Engine
HP
5
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
15.9
CFM Rated @
175 PSI
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
175 PSI
Oil Sight Glass
Yes
Pump Type
Two-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
Oil System
Splash 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
80 Gallons
Tank Outlet
1/2 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
Vertical
Accessories
Pressure Gauge
Yes
Air Dryer
No
Air Filter
Yes
Overview
Product Category
Air Compressor - Stationary
Weight
515 Pounds
Certification
ASME
Consumer Warranty
1 Year
Commercial Warranty
1 Year
Product Length
33 Inches
Product Width
27 Inches
Product Height
73 Inches
Power Type
Electric
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Product Questions
Answered by Joshua, the Air Compressor Expert
What speed does the pump run?
Clay S.
from Ohio
October 11, 2019
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