{"product_id":"castair-5hp-commercial-garage-compressor-1-stage-23-7-cfm-100-psi-230-volt-pump-rpm-1088-60gal-vertical-tank-c516va8-s","title":"Castair 5HP Commercial \/ Garage Compressor 1 Stage, 23.7 CFM@ 100 PSI, 230 Volt, Pump RPM 1088, 60Gal Vertical Tank C516VA8-S","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCastair C516VA8-S — 5HP Commercial Air Compressor, 60-Gallon Vertical Tank with Mounted Starter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe C516VA8-S is the same cast iron compressor as the C516VA8 — 5HP, single-stage, 1,088 RPM, 23.7 CFM @ 0 PSI, 18.3 CFM @ 100 PSI on a 60-gallon vertical ASME tank — with a factory-mounted magnetic motor starter included. The vertical tank footprint (approximately 34 x 20 inches at the base, 68 inches tall) makes this one of the more floor-efficient 60-gallon options in the commercial series. It ships at approximately 335 lbs and runs on 230V\/22A single-phase. Price per our records: $2,678.92.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eConfirmed Specifications — From Castair's Published Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e C516VA8-S (C516VA8 base + factory-mounted starter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorsepower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompression Stages:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-gallon vertical, ASME-rated\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePump RPM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,088\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCFM @ 0 PSI:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23.7\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCFM @ 100 PSI:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18.3\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (LxWxH):\u003c\/strong\u003e 34 x 20 x 68 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage\/Amps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 230V \/ 22A (single-phase)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipped Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~335 lbs (base unit; starter adds minimal weight)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShutoff Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 125 PSI (single-stage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory-mounted magnetic motor starter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe C516VA8-S is the right compressor for a 2-3 bay automotive shop, small body shop, or service garage that needs a reliable everyday air supply with a compact floor footprint. The 60-gallon vertical tank holds twice the reserve volume of a 30-gallon unit at the same pump output — meaning fewer pump cycles per shift and more air available for momentary high-demand tools like impact wrenches and tire changers. The -S configuration with factory-mounted starter is the right choice if you want the motor protection of a magnetic starter without sourcing and wiring one separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCast Iron Commercial Pump Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCastair's commercial series pumps are oil-lubricated cast iron units built for sustained shop use. The 1,088 RPM pump speed is the key differentiator from consumer-grade compressors — it runs slow, runs cool, and lasts significantly longer under daily commercial use than high-RPM designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOil-lubricated cast iron pump:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full oil lubrication, not oil-free — this is a commercial machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-stage compression:\u003c\/strong\u003e 125 PSI factory shutoff\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1,088 RPM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow, cool, quiet — extended pump and valve life\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth-running V-twin cylinders:\u003c\/strong\u003e 360-degree cooling around both cylinders\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomotive-type paper element air filter\/silencer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean intake, quiet operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSight glass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check oil level without removing covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBall bearing main bearings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Superior crankshaft support\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBleeder pressure switch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Load-less motor start-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e60-Gallon Vertical ASME Tank\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact footprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34 x 20 inch base — fits in tight spaces vertical\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e68 inches tall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check ceiling clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowder-coated ASME tank:\u003c\/strong\u003e Code-compliant pressure vessel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4-leg base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard on Castair verticals — stable, elevated\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCopper discharge and unloader tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e Better heat dissipation than rubber hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRigid metal belt guard:\u003c\/strong\u003e OSHA-compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFactory-Mounted Magnetic Starter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe -S suffix means the magnetic motor starter is factory-installed and pre-wired. At 5HP\/230V single-phase, a starter provides motor overload protection beyond what a standard pressure switch offers. Factory installation saves you the cost of electrician time sourcing and mounting a separate starter. Your electrician runs the 230V single-phase feed to the starter enclosure and you're operational.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Configurations — 5HP Commercial Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTank\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrientation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStarter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC513HA8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-Gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorizontal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33x18x38\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e295 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC516VA8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60-Gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVertical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34x20x68\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e335 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC516VA8-S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60-Gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVertical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFactory-mounted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34x20x68\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~335 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC518VA8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80-Gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVertical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32x24x66\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e435 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC518HA8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80-Gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorizontal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64x20x41\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e435 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC518VC1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80-Gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVertical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32x24x74\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e560 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen Does a Shop Need This vs. Stepping Up or Down?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC516VA8-S fits a shop that:\u003c\/strong\u003e runs 1-2 air tools at a time intermittently, has limited floor space, runs on single-phase 230V power, and wants factory motor protection included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep up to C518VA8 or C518VC1\u003c\/strong\u003e if you need more tank reserve (80 gallons vs. 60) for higher sustained demand or if you need 175 PSI working pressure (two-stage C518VC1).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsider a Castair industrial unit\u003c\/strong\u003e (7.5HP or 10HP, I-series) if your shop is running 3+ tools simultaneously with near-continuous demand — the industrial series uses a 1725 RPM industrial motor versus the commercial series 3450 RPM motor with gearing, and is built for heavier continuous duty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFactory Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuto Drain (#ADVSM or #SDV03M):\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic condensate drain\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBelt Guard Aftercooler (#BGAC1M):\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 CFM aftercooler — reduces moisture in compressed air\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVibration Pads (#VP1004):\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-pack 4x4x1\" rubber isolation pads — recommended for all permanent installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRight From the Start Kit (#RFS001):\u003c\/strong\u003e Break-in oil, pads, ball valve, flex hose, filter element\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAssembled compressor (pump, motor, 60-gallon vertical tank, belt drive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFactory-mounted magnetic motor starter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRigid metal belt guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCopper discharge and unloader tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eASME safety valve and bleeder pressure switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOil sight glass and paper element air filter\/silencer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compressor oil, vibration pads, flex hose for shop piping connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Air Compressor Factory Direct?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe carry the full Castair lineup and have specialized in commercial and industrial air equipment since 2016. Free shipping on qualifying orders. Free tech support at 866-217-0063. Full manufacturer warranty. We can help you confirm specs, select the right tank size, and add the right accessories for your installation.\u003c\/p\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":53342528536789,"sku":"C516VA8-S","price":4769.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8466\/0949\/files\/Comm-C518VC1_eccfa6f1-efa8-4d69-9ab0-6a2fc8e13fd8.jpg?v=1772652606","url":"https:\/\/aircompressorfactorydirect.com\/products\/castair-5hp-commercial-garage-compressor-1-stage-23-7-cfm-100-psi-230-volt-pump-rpm-1088-60gal-vertical-tank-c516va8-s","provider":"Air Compressor Factory Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}