{"product_id":"castair-80-gallon-horizontal-air-receiver-tank-200psi-80h200","title":"Castair 80 Gallon Horizontal Air Receiver Tank 200PSI 80H200","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCastair 80 Gallon Horizontal Air Receiver Tank — 200 PSI ASME Coded (Part# 80H200)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Castair 80H200 is a 80-gallon horizontal air receiver tank rated for 200 PSI working pressure, built to ASME code. If you are putting together a serious shop compressor — a cast iron two-stage pump, a 7.5 or 10 HP motor, built to last — the tank is not the place to cut corners. ASME code compliance means this tank has been designed, tested, and stamped to meet the standards for pressurized vessels used in commercial and industrial applications. That matters for insurance, for inspections, and for the people working in your shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe horizontal orientation is a deliberate choice for many installations. Horizontal tanks slide under workbenches, fit along walls in narrow equipment rooms, and lower the center of gravity compared to vertical tanks of the same capacity. If you have ceiling height restrictions or you are building a compressor on a skid or trailer, horizontal is often the practical answer. At 80 gallons, this tank pairs well with compressor pumps in the 15-25 CFM output range — enough capacity to buffer the pump output and reduce short-cycling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80H200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horizontal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 in diameter x 66 in length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop Plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17 x 44 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Working Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 230 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCode Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e ASME coded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy ASME Coding Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) coding on a pressure vessel is not a marketing label — it is a certification that the tank was manufactured to a specific standard for design, materials, fabrication, and testing. An ASME-coded tank has been hydrostatically tested and stamped. In many jurisdictions, commercial and industrial air systems are required to use ASME-coded vessels. Even where it is not strictly required, the ASME stamp is what your insurance company wants to see and what a safety inspector will ask about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNon-coded tanks are available and serve their purpose for portable and light-duty applications. But if you are building a stationary shop compressor intended for daily use, ASME code is the standard. The Castair 80H200 meets that standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHorizontal vs. Vertical — When to Choose Each\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCastair offers this tank in both horizontal (80H200) and vertical (80V200) configurations. Both are 80 gallons, both are 200 PSI ASME coded, and both weigh 230 lbs. The choice comes down to your installation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorizontal (80H200):\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 in dia x 66 in long — fits under benches, along walls, on skids or trailers, lower center of gravity, easier to secure on a mobile mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical (80V200):\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 in dia x 48 in tall — smaller floor footprint, easier to fit in a corner, simpler plumbing when the pump mounts on top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a shop where floor space is tighter than ceiling height, the vertical tank saves square footage. For a shop where the compressor is going against a wall or under a bench, or where height is restricted, the horizontal tank is often the better fit. For a trailer-mounted compressor, horizontal is almost always the right choice for stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSizing This Tank for Your Compressor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA common rule of thumb is 4-6 gallons of tank capacity per CFM of compressor output. An 80-gallon tank pairs well with a compressor delivering roughly 13-20 CFM at working pressure. That covers most 5-7.5 HP cast iron two-stage applications. If you are running a 10 HP compressor at higher CFM output, stepping up to a 120-gallon tank (part# 120H200 horizontal or 120V200 vertical) gives you better buffer capacity and fewer pump cycles per hour, which extends pump life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUndersizing the tank causes the pump to short-cycle — it runs, cuts out, runs again quickly because the tank pressure drops fast. That is hard on the motor, hard on the pump, and hard on your electrical system. Oversizing the tank is rarely a problem — more buffer capacity means longer intervals between pump cycles and cooler operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 230 lbs empty, plan for proper rigging equipment and two or more people for positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Install a tank drain valve at the lowest point — horizontal tanks accumulate condensate that must be drained regularly to prevent internal corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Install an ASME-rated pressure relief valve sized for your compressor output — do not run any tank without a properly rated PRV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horizontal tanks require saddle-type supports or mounting cradles — the tank should not rest directly on the ground over its entire length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInspection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Internal inspection access varies by installation — budget time for periodic visual inspection per ASME and local requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere This Tank Fits in the Castair Lineup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCastair's ASME-coded tank range covers 60 gallons through 240 gallons. Here is where the 80-gallon tanks sit:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60 Gal Vertical (60V150):\u003c\/strong\u003e 150 PSI, 138 lbs — entry-level ASME tank for smaller compressors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e80 Gal Vertical (80V200):\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 PSI, 230 lbs — same capacity, smaller footprint, vertical orientation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e80 Gal Horizontal (80H200):\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 PSI, 230 lbs — this tank, horizontal for bench or skid mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e120 Gal Vertical (120V200):\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 PSI, 355 lbs — step up for 10 HP and higher applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e120 Gal Horizontal (120H200):\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 PSI, 355 lbs — horizontal for 10 HP skid or wall installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e240 Gal Horizontal (240H200):\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 PSI, 700 lbs — large industrial installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Choose This Tank vs. Stepping Up or Down\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the 80H200 if:\u003c\/strong\u003e You are pairing with a 5-7.5 HP cast iron two-stage compressor, your installation is horizontal by necessity (bench mount, skid, trailer, or wall clearance), and you need ASME code compliance for commercial use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep down to the 60-gallon (60V150) if:\u003c\/strong\u003e You are running a smaller 3-5 HP compressor for light shop use and space is the primary constraint. Note that the 60V150 is rated only to 150 PSI, which limits your options with some higher-pressure applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep up to 120-gallon if:\u003c\/strong\u003e You are running a 10 HP or larger compressor, you have high continuous air demand, or you want to minimize pump cycling for maximum pump longevity. 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