{"product_id":"castair-10hp-3-phase-rotary-screw-air-compressor-horizontal-230v-r1038hp75-230","title":"Castair 10HP 3-Phase Rotary Screw Air Compressor  Horizontal 230V - R1038HP75-230","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCast Air R1038HP75-230 — 10HP 3-Phase Rotary Screw Air Compressor, 75-Gallon Horizontal Tank, 230V\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cast Air R1038HP75-230 is a 10-horsepower, three-phase rotary screw air compressor with a 75-gallon horizontal receiver tank, wired for 230V three-phase service. This is a purpose-specific configuration: if your shop runs 230V three-phase power and you need a continuous-duty rotary screw compressor with a large horizontal tank, this is the unit. The voltage is fixed at 230V — if your shop is on 460V, see the R1038HP75-460 instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Rotary Screw Over Piston at This HP Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Continuous Duty Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rotary screw compressor is designed to run without stopping. Reciprocating (piston) compressors are rated at 50-75% duty cycle — they need rest periods between load cycles. In a shop with sustained air demand across multiple tools or users, a piston compressor at 10HP spends time recovering. The R1038HP75-230 does not.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelical Screw Element — No Piston Wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two interlocking helical rotors trap and compress air in a continuous process. There are no pistons, connecting rods, or valves wearing against each other. The primary maintenance items are oil changes, oil filter, air filter, and separator element — not piston rings or valve assemblies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent Pressure Delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rotary screw compression produces a steady, even air stream. Piston compressors pulse. For spray painting, precision air tools, or equipment sensitive to pressure fluctuations, the difference in output quality is real.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuieter Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e At equivalent horsepower, rotary screw compressors typically run 10-20 dB quieter than piston designs. A 10HP piston compressor in a closed shop is disruptive. The R1038HP75-230 operates at levels where normal conversation near the machine is possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOil-Injected Cooling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oil is injected into the compression chamber to lubricate the rotors and carry away compression heat. The integrated separator removes oil from the compressed air before it enters your distribution system. This keeps operating temperatures low and extends screw element life significantly compared to air-cooled piston designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e230V Three-Phase — What Your Shop Needs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-Phase Service Is Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e The R1038HP75-230 requires 230V three-phase incoming electrical service. This is not single-phase 230V (the type used for large residential appliances like dryers). Three-phase 230V has three hot legs at approximately 230V between phases. If you are unsure what service you have, have your electrician verify before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho Has 230V Three-Phase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many older commercial and light industrial buildings were wired for 230V (or 240V) three-phase service. If your existing shop equipment — lifts, welders, other compressors — runs on three-phase and is labeled 230V or 240V, you likely have the right service for this unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e230V vs. 460V — The Practical Difference:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the same 10 horsepower, 230V three-phase draws approximately twice the amperage of 460V three-phase. This means larger wire gauge, larger breaker, and more heat generated in the circuit. If you are wiring a new shop or adding a subpanel, 460V is the more efficient choice electrically. But if your shop is already on 230V three-phase and you do not want to add a step-up transformer, the R1038HP75-230 is the straightforward solution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated Circuit Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not share the compressor circuit with other heavy loads. A 10HP motor at 230V three-phase draws significant full-load and startup amperage. Your electrician needs to size the breaker, wire, and disconnect specifically for this motor. This is not optional — it affects both safety and compressor longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage Fixed at Order:\u003c\/strong\u003e The R1038HP75-230 is factory-configured for 230V. The 460V version of this compressor is the R1038HP75-460. Order the correct voltage for your service. Do not attempt to rewire the motor for a different voltage in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e75-Gallon Horizontal Tank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 75-gallon receiver tank provides meaningful compressed air storage. A larger tank smooths out demand spikes — when multiple technicians simultaneously hit their air tools, the stored volume in the tank buffers the draw so the compressor does not have to respond instantly to every load fluctuation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorizontal Orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tank lays on its side, keeping the machine low and stable. This suits shops with ceiling clearance limitations, provides a lower center of gravity, and often makes plumbing connections and condensate drain access easier than a tall vertical tank unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondensate Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e A horizontal tank accumulates condensate at the lowest point. Regular draining is essential — water in the tank causes rust and contaminates the air supply. Install an automatic drain valve at the low point if you do not want to drain manually on a schedule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Footprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e The horizontal tank extends the machine along one axis. Measure the available wall space in your compressor room and confirm the unit fits with adequate clearance for airflow, maintenance access, and service panels before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho This Compressor Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuto Body and Collision Repair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spray booth operation, DA orbital sanders, air-fed respirator systems, and multiple air tools running simultaneously. The continuous duty rating means pressure does not sag mid-job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFleet Maintenance Shops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Servicing trucks, buses, or equipment fleets where impact wrenches, tire inflation, and air ratchets run across multiple bays throughout the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShops Already on 230V Three-Phase:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your existing electrical infrastructure is 230V three-phase and you want to avoid the cost of adding 460V service or a transformer, this is your direct-replacement or capacity-expansion unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTire Centers and Brake Shops:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-cycle tools and simultaneous use across multiple bays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFabrication and Light Manufacturing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Continuous pneumatic tool use through full production shifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eR1038HP75-230 vs. R1038HP75-460 — Choosing Your Voltage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentical Compressor, Different Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The R1038HP75-230 and R1038HP75-460 are the same machine — same 10HP screw compressor, same 75-gallon horizontal tank — configured for different electrical service voltages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose 230V (R1038HP75-230) if:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your shop is already on 230V three-phase service and your existing equipment is wired for 230V. This is the path of least resistance if 230V three-phase is already in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose 460V (R1038HP75-460) if:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your shop is on 460V three-phase service, you are wiring a new facility, or you are adding capacity and want to run at the more electrically efficient 460V level. Lower amperage at 460V means smaller conductors and lower heat in your panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo Not Guess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm your service voltage with your electrician before ordering. The motor windings are matched to the specified voltage and cannot be safely reconfigured in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorsepower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-Phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 230V (fixed — 460V version is R1038HP75-460)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 Gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horizontal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rotary screw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuty Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% continuous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e R1038HP75-230\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete manufacturer specifications including CFM output, maximum operating pressure (PSI), dimensions, weight, and motor full-load amperage are pending. Contact us at 866-217-0063 for full specifications before purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From OEM Diagnostic Tools?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialist Since 2016:\u003c\/strong\u003e We equip professional shops with diagnostic tools and shop equipment. We understand production shop air demands and can help you size and specify the right compressor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free freight shipping to the contiguous United States.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Technical Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Call 866-217-0063 before you order. We can help confirm that 230V three-phase is the right configuration for your service, discuss installation requirements, and compare this unit to alternatives in the Cast Air lineup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Manufacturer Warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold with the full Cast Air manufacturer warranty. We support warranty claims on every unit we sell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHonest Product Guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the R1038HP75-230 is not the right fit — wrong voltage, need more CFM, or a different tank size serves you better — we will tell you. We recommend what works, not what costs more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\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":53342577164501,"sku":"R1038HP75-230","price":18886.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/aircompressorfactorydirect.com\/products\/castair-10hp-3-phase-rotary-screw-air-compressor-horizontal-230v-r1038hp75-230","provider":"Air Compressor Factory Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}