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Rolair 2.5-HP 5.3-Gallon (Direct Drive) Cast-Iron Air Compressor
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Model: VT25BIG
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Application
Consumer Grade Air Compressors
Style
Portable - Horizontal
CFM
6.5
CFM Rated @ 90 PSI
Tank Size
5.3
Gallons


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2.5 HP 3400 RPM Motor
•Heavy duty, industrial grade 115V motor stands up to frequent use

100% Duty Cycle
•S1-rated for continuous duty; low-amp draw for demanding work

Contractor-Grade Single Stage Pump
•Durable stainless reed valves & cast iron cylinder last longer
•Ball bearings, filter/silencer, & splash lube run smooth & quiet

Overload Protected With Manual Reset
•Protects the air compressor, lets you get back to work quickly

Portable & Powerful 110-135 PSI Operating Pressure
•Puts out 6.5 CFM @ 90 PSI

Folding Cart With Heavy Duty Wheels
•Low profile for easy job site mobility
•Transports & stores in less space

Built-In Regulator With Gauges
•2 quick-connects run 2 tools at once

Factory Tested 4.3 Gallon Air Tank
•10 oz. crankcase is pre-filled with oil; arrives ready to work
Motor
Voltage
115 Volt AC
Phase
1-Phase
Amp Draw
13.8
Engine
HP
2.5
Engine Low Oil Shut-off
No
Pump
CFM
6.5
CFM Rated @
90 PSI
Pump Material
Aluminum w/ Cast Iron Sleeve
Pump Type
Single-Stage
Max PSI
135 PSI
Oil Sight Glass
No
After Cooler
No
Pump Drive
Direct Drive
Oil Type
Oil Lubricated
Pump Low Oil Shut-off
No
Tank
Tank Size
5.3 Gallons
Tank Outlet
1/4 Inch
Electronic Drain Valve
No
Tank Orientation
Horizontal
Overview
Weight
108 Pounds
Product Length
19 Inches
Product Width
19 Inches
Product Height
37 Inches
Consumer Warranty
1 Year
UPC
662865003161
Model
VT25BIG
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  1 Question
Q: Re the Rolair VT25BIG. I blow out home plumbing systems when winterizing and want to know if I can plug this compressor into an outlet served by a 15 amp breaker and not have it trip the breaker.

Thanks
Darrel
by Darrel Suthergreen from Washington on October 28, 2011

A: This unit is rated as 13.8 amps, so it should be fine on a 15 amp circuit as long as it's the only thing pulling power through that circuit.

If the homeowner is running other appliances on the same circuit it could pop the breaker.


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Rolair VT25BIG Reviews & Ratings
Overall Rating
Features
4/5
Quality
4/5
Performance
4/5
Value
4/5
Overall
4.3 out of 54.3 out of 54.3 out of 54.3 out of 54.3 out of 5
Pros
High Quality (1)
Easy To Store (1)
Exceeded Expectations (1)
Durable (1)
Light Weight (1)
Cons
A Little Pricey But Is W... (1)
Durability (1)
Low Quality (1)
67% of respondents would recommend this product to a friend
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Jim, the Air Compressor Expert
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Total Reviews
234 Reviews
Total Helpful Votes
3763 Helpful Votes
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This unit from Rolair has a smaller tank than our other picks, but that doesn't make it the runt of the litter- it's earned it's "Good" spot on our list.

It has a 115V industrial-grade electric motor S-1 rated for a 100% duty cycle- it will work as long and as hard as you do.

We like the unique setup of the frame and tank, too- it's plumbed to let 2 people work at once (or 1 person to switch quickly between 2 tools...), but the frame protects the motor and provides a handy... more
Jim Recommends This Model
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Kale Falkenthal
Compressor Specialist
Total Reviews
4 Reviews
Total Helpful Votes
177 Helpful Votes
From The Manufacturer
Big Equals High Output
Our model VT25BIG lives up to the ‘BIG’ in the model number.

This compressor is our highest outputting direct drive unit at 6.5 CFM @ 90 PSI. That is almost as much as an electric belt drive compressor!

Not only will this compressor handle your work load, but it will run on a 15-amp circuit. The VT25BIG draws only 13.8 amps while running, making cold weather start-up a breeze.

The framework of this compressor suits the model number as well. The pump/motor, pressure switch and... more
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586
Charles
Total Helpful Votes
31 Helpful Votes
REVIEWED
NOV.
02
2014
2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5
Nice While It Lasted
I'm a plumber and purchased this compressor (not from this site) for draining the water in cottages for the winter. After draining about 30 of our 100 or so, it would only pump up to 25 PSI, and normally runs steady at 55 PSI.

We have sent it back. The oil in the pump is grey and full of aluminum shavings, and it's only (at most) two months old. Our past compressors have been Delta and Campbell Housefield, and lasted for years.
Pros: Easy To Use, Light Weight
Cons: Low Quality, Durability
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Lewis V.
Grovetown, GA
Purchased from Air Compressors Direct
Purchased 1/1/15
Total Helpful Votes
12 Helpful Votes
REVIEWED
MAR.
05
2015
5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5
The Only Air Compressor You Will Ever Buy!
This air compressor is so very handy and portable. It never runs low on air and works excellent with any air operated tool. It maintains the pressure you need when you need it.

It is easy to move around and easy to store thanks to the handles being collapsible. I would recommend this air compressor to any handy person amateur or professional.
Pros: Durable, Exceeded Expectations, High Quality, Easy To Store
Cons: A Little Pricey But Is Well Worth The Extra Money
Lewis Recommends This Rolair Product
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