{"product_id":"castair-2hp-commercial-air-compressor-horizontal-tank-c213h50","title":"Castair 2HP Commercial Air Compressor Horizontal Tank - C213H50","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Castair C213H50 is a 2HP commercial air compressor on a horizontal 50-gallon tank — without a mounted starter. This is the base unit: pump, motor, tank, pressure switch, and safety valve assembled and ready for installation, but you supply and install the motor starting and overload protection. This configuration is right for shops with an existing motor control panel, or for electricians who want to install their own starter and overload relay rather than work with a pre-mounted unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe horizontal 50-gallon tank keeps the compressor low-profile. For most single-bay shops and light commercial applications, 2HP with a 50-gallon tank handles intermittent air tool use, tire inflation, and similar tasks without difficulty. This isn't a unit for running continuous-duty spray booths or high-demand multi-bay shops — for that, you'd want to step up to the 5HP or higher models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2HP Motor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commercial-duty motor for shop and light industrial service — verify voltage requirements before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50-Gallon Horizontal Tank:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horizontal low-profile design for shops with limited overhead clearance or under-bench installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Mounted Starter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Base unit — you supply motor control and overload protection, or order the C213H50-S for the starter-included version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCast Air Reciprocating Pump:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast iron construction for long commercial-duty service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePressure Switch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic cut-in\/cut-out control — compressor starts when tank pressure drops and stops when it reaches the cut-out setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Relief Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tank-mounted safety valve for overpressure protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e C213H50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horizontal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not included — customer-supplied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast Air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eCFM output, max PSI, voltage, dimensions, weight — contact us for complete specifications and pricing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eC213H50 vs. C213H50-S — Which Should You Order?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe only difference is the starter. The C213H50-S includes a mounted magnetic starter with built-in overload protection — it's a self-contained electrical control system. The C213H50 (this unit) ships without that starter. Order the base unit if your electrician wants to integrate this compressor into an existing motor control center, or if you have specific starter requirements that don't match the factory-mounted option. Order the -S version if you want a complete, plug-and-play package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eC213H50 vs. C216V50 — Horizontal vs. Vertical\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are 2HP \/ 50-gallon units. The C213H50 sits horizontally — longer and lower, fits under low ceilings, easier to move on casters. The C216V50 stands vertically — taller but smaller floor footprint, better for corner placement in tight shops. Performance is the same. Choose based on your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-bay auto shops with intermittent air tool use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetail bays, alignment bays, and tire service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall shops needing a reliable commercial compressor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFacilities with existing motor control infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From OEM Diagnostic Tools?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCast Air compressors and components for commercial shops and facilities — specialist supplier since 2016. Free shipping on qualifying orders. Call us for pricing and to confirm electrical specifications before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCall 866-217-0063 for pricing, availability, and help!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cast Air","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53342526931157,"sku":"C213H50","price":2989.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8466\/0949\/files\/C213H50_20.jpg?v=1772674996","url":"https:\/\/aircompressorfactorydirect.com\/products\/castair-2hp-commercial-air-compressor-horizontal-tank-c213h50","provider":"Air Compressor Factory Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}