{"product_id":"castair-3-4-hp-12v-46a-electric-air-compressor-1-4cfm-100psi-1-5-gal-portable-tank-pd1006","title":"Castair 3\/4 HP (12V\/46A) Electric Air Compressor 1.4CFM@100psi 1.5 Gal Portable Tank PD1006","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Castair PD1006 is a 12-volt DC portable air compressor designed for mobile applications — emergency tire inflation, work trucks, service vehicles, and anywhere you need compressed air without a power outlet. It runs on 12V DC (46 amps) from a vehicle battery or auxiliary power source, delivers 1.4 CFM at 100 PSI, and includes a 1.5-gallon tank for short-burst air tool use without waiting for pressure buildup on every trigger pull. At 3\/4 HP equivalent output, this is not a shop compressor — it is a purpose-built mobile unit for field service and roadside applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: Cast Air did not provide a dedicated manufacturer product page for this compressor.\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifications below are drawn from the product listing. Confirm application suitability — particularly the 46-amp draw — before ordering for fleet or specialty use. Call us for guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Needs a 12V Portable Air Compressor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PD1006 is for people who work away from shore power and need compressed air on the job. That means:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eService technicians\u003c\/strong\u003e who make field calls and need to inflate tires, run small pneumatic tools, or check tire pressure at customer sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFleet maintenance crews\u003c\/strong\u003e who service vehicles at remote locations without access to a shop compressor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction and landscaping crews\u003c\/strong\u003e who need spot air inflation capability on job sites where a generator or shore power is not available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmergency roadside situations\u003c\/strong\u003e — a flat or low tire that needs air immediately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat it is not: a production shop compressor. At 1.4 CFM, continuous air tool use is limited. The 1.5-gallon tank gives you burst capacity for short jobs, but the compressor will cycle frequently under any sustained load. For continuous shop use, the stationary Cast Air piston compressor lineup is the correct choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12V DC, 46 amps (requires direct battery connection or heavy-gauge auxiliary circuit — not a standard 12V accessory socket)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput (HP equivalent):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCFM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 CFM at 100 PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not specified in listing — confirm before ordering for high-pressure applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e PD1006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e $454.84\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe 46-Amp Draw — What That Means in Practice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the most important spec to understand before purchasing. At 46 amps, the PD1006 draws more current than most vehicle accessory circuits can handle. A standard cigarette lighter socket is typically fused at 10-20 amps — this compressor will blow that fuse immediately. You need to connect directly to the vehicle battery with heavy-gauge wiring (typically 6 AWG or heavier for runs over 10 feet) and a properly sized inline fuse. This is not a plug-and-go unit — it requires a proper 12V installation or careful temporary battery connection with jumper-grade cables. If your application requires a simple plug-in unit, this is not it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAir Output — What 1.4 CFM at 100 PSI Gets You\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTire inflation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — easily handles passenger car and light truck tires; takes longer on larger truck or commercial tires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir blow gun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — short bursts for blowing off parts, clearing debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePneumatic impact wrench:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited — a 1\/2\" impact at full use runs 4-6 CFM; the PD1006 cannot sustain that. Brief bolt-break attempts may work; continuous impact use will not.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpray gun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not practical for HVLP — those require 6-18 CFM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInflation of commercial tires, air bags, or large inflatables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, but time-consuming at 1.4 CFM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe 1.5-Gallon Tank\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated 1.5-gallon tank allows you to build up a small air reserve before use. For tire inflation this works well — the tank fills, you connect the chuck, and it inflates the tire from stored pressure while the compressor continues running. For tool use, the tank provides burst capacity so you are not waiting for pressure on every trigger pull. However, sustained tool use will outpace the compressor's 1.4 CFM refill rate and tank pressure will drop. This is a design reality of any mobile 12V compressor at this power level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen Should You Step Up to a Stationary Compressor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf air is needed at a fixed location with AC power available — the stationary Cast Air single-stage pumps start at 1.5 HP and deliver significantly more CFM with larger tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf sustained air tool use (impacts, air ratchets, grinders) is the primary need — 1.4 CFM is not enough for production tool work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the vehicle electrical system cannot support a 46-amp sustained draw safely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf high-pressure work (above the PD1006 rating) is required\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 PD1006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast Air (Castair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Draw:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46 amps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHP (equivalent):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCFM at 100 PSI:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 CFM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electric (DC motor, no belt drive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e $454.84\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Data:\u003c\/strong\u003e Product page not available — specifications from product listing data. Max PSI rating not confirmed — contact us.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Castair PD1006 portable 12V DC air compressor with 1.5-gallon tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower connection leads (confirm included hardware before installation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHose, chuck, and inflation accessories — confirm what is included with your order. Call us for current accessory kit details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Air Compressor Factory Direct?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMobile and 12V compressors have specific electrical installation requirements that a lot of resellers do not address. We do. Since 2016, we have helped customers select and install Cast Air compressor equipment including mobile units. If you have questions about the 46-amp circuit requirements, tank pressure rating, or whether the PD1006 is right for your application, call us before you order — we will give you a straight answer. Free shipping, free tech support, full warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCast Air specialist\u003c\/strong\u003e since 2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e on all orders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree tech support\u003c\/strong\u003e — we walk you through 12V installation requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull manufacturer warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHonest application guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e — we will tell you if a stationary unit is the better fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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":53342574510293,"sku":"PD1006","price":839.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8466\/0949\/files\/Contractor-D1518P20-300x270_b3168a9b-f9ed-4848-b187-fef560e061da.jpg?v=1772652786","url":"https:\/\/aircompressorfactorydirect.com\/products\/castair-3-4-hp-12v-46a-electric-air-compressor-1-4cfm-100psi-1-5-gal-portable-tank-pd1006","provider":"Air Compressor Factory Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}