{"product_id":"castair-10-hp-1-phase-compressor-cube-i101cuc2-s","title":"Castair 10 HP 1 Phase Compressor Cube I101CUC2-S","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCastair I101CUC2-S — 10 HP Single-Phase Industrial Air Compressor, Cube Configuration, C2 Pump with Mounted Starter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Castair I101CUC2-S is a 10 HP single-phase industrial air compressor in Castair's Cube configuration — a compact, self-contained form factor that puts the pump, motor, and tank into a roughly cubic footprint rather than the traditional vertical-tank or long-horizontal-tank layout. This configuration is designed for shops with specific space constraints where neither a tall vertical tank nor a long horizontal tank fits the available floor area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Castair Industrial Series machines, the I101CUC2-S uses a cast iron two-stage C2 pump with tapered roller bearings, automotive-type insert rod bearings, disc and spring valves, 4-ring pistons, and centrifugal unloader for loadless starting. The factory-mounted magnetic motor starter is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote on specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Cube model is not listed in Castair's standard Industrial Series specification table on castair.net. Exact pump RPM, CFM output, tank capacity, dimensions, and weight for this specific SKU were not confirmed in manufacturer documentation at time of writing. \u003cstrong\u003eCall us at 866-217-0063\u003c\/strong\u003e for current confirmed specifications before ordering. Price point ($4,969.62) places this in the same range as the 10 HP 120-gallon models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCast Iron Pump Engineering — Why This Matters for Shop Longevity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Castair Industrial Series compressor is built around their oversized cast iron pump. Here is what separates these from lighter-duty machines:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll cast iron construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — cylinder heads, crankcase, and cylinders are cast iron throughout. Cast iron manages heat better than aluminum and wears far more slowly under continuous load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTapered roller bearings at both ends of the crankshaft\u003c\/strong\u003e — not ball bearings. Tapered rollers handle both radial and thrust loads simultaneously, which is exactly what a reciprocating pump crankshaft sees in operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision steel connecting rods with automotive-type insert bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e — at both the crankshaft journal and the wrist pin. These are the same bearing design used in automotive engines. They are replaceable when worn — not a throwaway assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisc and spring valves\u003c\/strong\u003e — simpler to service than reed valves, more efficient at high discharge pressures, and more reliable over years of cycling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4-ring pistons\u003c\/strong\u003e — two extra rings versus typical 2-ring piston designs. Better compression sealing, significantly less oil carry-over into the air stream.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentrifugal unloader\u003c\/strong\u003e — the pump starts unloaded on every cycle without exception. This reduces motor starting current, reduces wear on the motor and belts, and eliminates the hard-start problem common in compressors that attempt to restart against pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTank, Motor, and Controls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eASME-coded steel tank\u003c\/strong\u003e — powder-coated for corrosion resistance. ASME certification means the tank was designed and tested to a recognized pressure vessel standard, not just stamped with a number.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eASME safety valve\u003c\/strong\u003e — factory-installed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal belt guard, totally enclosed\u003c\/strong\u003e — not a plastic cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCopper discharge and unloader tubing\u003c\/strong\u003e or stainless-steel braided flex line — not plastic hose or rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty 1,725 RPM industrial motor\u003c\/strong\u003e with a minimum 15% service factor. This means the motor can sustain loads above its nameplate rating without tripping. In a shop where the compressor runs all day, the service factor is not a marketing number — it is the difference between a motor that lasts a decade and one that burns up in two years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Cube Configuration Offers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact footprint\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed for installations where vertical height and horizontal length are both constrained\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-contained\u003c\/strong\u003e — same factory-assembled approach as all Castair Industrial units\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSame pump quality\u003c\/strong\u003e — cast iron C2 pump, same bearings, valves, and pistons as the standard lineup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic starter included\u003c\/strong\u003e — the '-S' designation means factory-mounted overload protection, same as other -S models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Asks About the Cube\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypically shops with a specific installation challenge — a mechanical room with a low ceiling and no room for a tall vertical tank, or a narrow bay where the length of a horizontal tank is a problem. Call us at 866-217-0063 and describe your space; we can tell you whether this configuration fits and provide current dimensions and specs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCastair I101CUC2-S compressor assembly (pump, motor, tank, factory-assembled)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFactory-mounted and wired magnetic motor starter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eASME safety valve (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePressure switch (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMetal belt guard (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDischarge tubing (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOperator documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e I101CUC2-S\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorsepower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-phase (single-phase)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cube\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePump type:\u003c\/strong\u003e C2 (two-stage cast iron)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax working pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 175 PSI (standard for Industrial Series)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotor speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,725 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotor service factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15% minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank certification:\u003c\/strong\u003e ASME\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory-mounted magnetic motor starter (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull specs (CFM, RPM, tank capacity, dimensions, weight):\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact us at 866-217-0063 for confirmed manufacturer data\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Castair (Cast Air Inc., Spicer, MN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Air Compressor Factory Direct?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have been selling industrial air compressors since 2016 and carry the full Cast Air Industrial Series lineup. When you call us, you reach someone who can tell you whether the C2 or C3 pump is right for your application, what electrical service you need, which options are worth adding, and whether horizontal or vertical tank orientation fits your floor plan. We offer free shipping on qualifying orders, full manufacturer warranty support, and straight talk about which unit fits your shop — not a push toward the most expensive option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCall 866-217-0063 for quick answers and help!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cast Air","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53342556487893,"sku":"I101CUC2-S","price":8849.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8466\/0949\/files\/cube-1_8e412479-d09a-432b-b615-68592bef43a1.jpg?v=1772652704","url":"https:\/\/aircompressorfactorydirect.com\/products\/castair-10-hp-1-phase-compressor-cube-i101cuc2-s","provider":"Air Compressor Factory Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}