{"product_id":"castair-belt-guard-aftercooler-bgac1-kit","title":"Castair Belt Guard Aftercooler BGAC1 Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Cast Air BGAC1K is the complete installation kit for the BGAC1 Belt Guard Aftercooler. Where the BGAC1 is the aftercooler core unit on its own, the BGAC1K bundles the aftercooler with the mounting hardware needed to complete the installation on a compatible Cast Air compressor. If you are adding an aftercooler to a compressor that does not currently have one — no existing mount, no existing hardware — the BGAC1K is the correct starting point. It gets you the aftercooler and everything required to physically mount it in one order, without a separate hardware run. The aftercooler itself is the same 35 CFM air-cooled unit as the BGAC1: an 18\" x 10-1\/2\" heat exchanger core that mounts to the compressor belt guard, uses the flywheel fan airflow for cooling, and cools compressed air to within 15°F of ambient temperature while removing up to 65% of the water content from the air stream. For 5 HP, 7 HP, and 10 HP Cast Air compressors dealing with moisture problems in lines, tools, or downstream equipment, the BGAC1K delivers a complete installation without sourcing mounting hardware separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the Kit Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBGAC1 Aftercooler Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e The complete 35 CFM belt guard aftercooler with 18\" L x 10-1\/2\" W heat exchanger core and 3\/4\" NPT inlet and outlet connections — same unit as the standalone BGAC1\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e The brackets, fasteners, and hardware required to install the BGAC1 on the belt guard of compatible Cast Air compressors — no separate hardware sourcing required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Installation Package:\u003c\/strong\u003e Everything needed to mount and connect the aftercooler to your compressor discharge arrives in one shipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAftercooler Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e35 CFM Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rated for up to 35 CFM of compressed air flow — correctly sized for 5 HP, 7 HP, and 10 HP reciprocating piston compressors at typical duty cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCools to Within 15°F of Ambient:\u003c\/strong\u003e At rated inlet air temperature of 250°F, the aftercooler core brings discharge air temperature to within 15°F of the ambient temperature at the installation site\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduces Water Content by Up to 65%:\u003c\/strong\u003e At rated conditions, the unit removes up to 65% of the water vapor from the compressed air stream before it enters the tank and distribution system\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50% Moisture Reduction Per 20°F Temperature Drop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compressed air loses approximately 50% of its water content for every 20°F reduction in temperature — the aftercooler makes that temperature drop happen right after the pump, where it has the most effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBelt Guard Flywheel Fan Cooling:\u003c\/strong\u003e The aftercooler uses the existing compressor flywheel fan airflow — no separate fan motor, no additional power connection, no added maintenance requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtects Downstream Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooler, drier air means less wear on air tools, fewer regulator failures, less corrosion in lines and tanks, and longer service life for downstream filters and dryers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e BGAC1K\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Belt guard aftercooler installation kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e BGAC1 aftercooler plus mounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCFM Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 CFM\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18\" L x 10-1\/2\" W\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInlet Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4\" NPT\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutlet Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4\" NPT\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 lbs (aftercooler core)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Operating Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250 PSIG\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Operating Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 350°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Basis:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250°F inlet air temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Drop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cools to within 15°F of ambient\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture Reduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 65% at rated conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooling Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air-cooled via compressor flywheel fan\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Compressor Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 HP, 7 HP, 10 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Configurations — BGAC Aftercooler Lineup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCast Air produces belt guard aftercoolers across four output ratings. The K suffix means the unit is sold as a complete kit with mounting hardware included. Choose based on your compressor output:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBGAC1 \/ BGAC1M \/ BGAC1K — 35 CFM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18\" L x 10-1\/2\" W, 3\/4\" NPT connections, 8 lbs — fits 5 HP, 7 HP, and 10 HP compressors. BGAC1 is the loose aftercooler core; BGAC1K is the complete kit; BGAC1M is the mounted variant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBGAC2 \/ BGAC2M — 50 CFM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18\" L x 14-1\/2\" W, 1\" NPT connections, 12 lbs — fits 15 HP compressors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBGAC3 \/ BGAC3M — 75 CFM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24\" L x 20-1\/2\" W, 1\" NPT connections, 20 lbs — fits 20+ HP compressors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBGAC4 \/ BGAC4M — 100 CFM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23\" L x 26-1\/2\" W, 1\" NPT connections, 25 lbs — for larger industrial systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCall 866-217-0063 if you need help matching the correct size to your compressor model and output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBGAC1K vs. BGAC1 vs. BGAC1M — Which Version Do You Need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBGAC1K (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e Order this when you are doing a new installation — no existing aftercooler mount, no existing hardware. The kit gives you the aftercooler and all hardware in one order. This is the right choice for shops adding an aftercooler for the first time on a compatible compressor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBGAC1 ($307.23):\u003c\/strong\u003e Order this when you are replacing a failed aftercooler core on an existing mount, or when you already have all the mounting hardware and only need the aftercooler unit itself. The BGAC1 costs less because it does not include mounting hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBGAC1M ($379.95):\u003c\/strong\u003e The pre-configured mounted variant — specifically set up for direct belt guard installation. Best when the compressor is designed to accept this mounting configuration without any additional hardware work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBGAC1x2M:\u003c\/strong\u003e The duplex mounted configuration for twin-compressor setups. Use this when you are running two compressors and need to cool the combined discharge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen Does a Shop Need an Aftercooler\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have water at the drains:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your tank drains are passing significant liquid water every drain cycle, your compressor is generating more moisture than your current setup handles — an aftercooler removes the bulk of that moisture at the source\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir tools are failing prematurely:\u003c\/strong\u003e Internal rust and moisture-related wear in pneumatic tools is a moisture problem. An aftercooler upstream dramatically reduces the amount of liquid water reaching the tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint finish quality problems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water contamination in compressed air used for paint and coating application causes fisheye, blushing, and adhesion failures. Body shops running 5-10 HP compressors for paint work particularly benefit from the BGAC1 series.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegulators and filters clogging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moisture-loaded air loads up inline filters quickly and causes regulator seats and diaphragms to degrade. An aftercooler upstream of the filter bank extends service intervals significantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating in a humid climate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The higher the ambient humidity, the more moisture compressed air carries. In high-humidity environments, aftercoolers are not optional — they are necessary to maintain acceptable air quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From Air Compressor Factory Direct?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAir Compressor Factory Direct has supplied compressor components and accessories to shops, fleet maintenance operations, and industrial facilities since 2016. We stock the BGAC1K kit along with the standalone BGAC1, BGAC1M, and BGAC1x2M so you can get the exact configuration your installation requires. Free shipping on qualifying orders. If you need to confirm that the BGAC1K hardware is compatible with your specific Cast Air compressor model before ordering, call us with the model number and we will verify fitment. Full Cast Air manufacturer warranty. Our technical team is at 866-217-0063 for direct answers — no call center routing.\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":53342517952725,"sku":"BGAC1K","price":1025.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/aircompressorfactorydirect.com\/products\/castair-belt-guard-aftercooler-bgac1-kit","provider":"Air Compressor Factory Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}