{"product_id":"castair-i1018vc2-s","title":"Castair I1018VC2-S","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCastair I1018VC2-S — 10 HP Single-Phase Industrial Air Compressor, 80-Gallon Vertical Tank, C2 Pump\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Castair I1018VC2-S (SKU: I1018VC2) is a 10 HP single-phase industrial compressor on an 80-gallon vertical ASME tank with a C2 cast iron two-stage pump at 758 RPM. Output is 45.0 CFM at 0 PSI and 35.0 CFM at 175 PSI. The vertical tank stands 74 inches tall on a 32 x 24 inch footprint — the smallest floor footprint among the 10 HP horizontal and vertical 80-gallon configurations. Total weight is 780 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarter configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm at time of order whether this SKU includes a factory-mounted starter — call 866-217-0063. If you need a starter included, specify the I1018VC2-S model designation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCast Iron Pump Engineering — Why This Matters for Shop Longevity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Castair Industrial Series compressor is built around their oversized cast iron pump. Here is what separates these from lighter-duty machines:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll cast iron construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — cylinder heads, crankcase, and cylinders are cast iron throughout. Cast iron manages heat better than aluminum and wears far more slowly under continuous load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTapered roller bearings at both ends of the crankshaft\u003c\/strong\u003e — not ball bearings. Tapered rollers handle both radial and thrust loads simultaneously, which is exactly what a reciprocating pump crankshaft sees in operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision steel connecting rods with automotive-type insert bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e — at both the crankshaft journal and the wrist pin. These are the same bearing design used in automotive engines. They are replaceable when worn — not a throwaway assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisc and spring valves\u003c\/strong\u003e — simpler to service than reed valves, more efficient at high discharge pressures, and more reliable over years of cycling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4-ring pistons\u003c\/strong\u003e — two extra rings versus typical 2-ring piston designs. Better compression sealing, significantly less oil carry-over into the air stream.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentrifugal unloader\u003c\/strong\u003e — the pump starts unloaded on every cycle without exception. This reduces motor starting current, reduces wear on the motor and belts, and eliminates the hard-start problem common in compressors that attempt to restart against pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTank, Motor, and Controls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eASME-coded steel tank\u003c\/strong\u003e — powder-coated for corrosion resistance. ASME certification means the tank was designed and tested to a recognized pressure vessel standard, not just stamped with a number.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eASME safety valve\u003c\/strong\u003e — factory-installed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal belt guard, totally enclosed\u003c\/strong\u003e — not a plastic cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCopper discharge and unloader tubing\u003c\/strong\u003e or stainless-steel braided flex line — not plastic hose or rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty 1,725 RPM industrial motor\u003c\/strong\u003e with a minimum 15% service factor. This means the motor can sustain loads above its nameplate rating without tripping. In a shop where the compressor runs all day, the service factor is not a marketing number — it is the difference between a motor that lasts a decade and one that burns up in two years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e I1018VC2-S\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorsepower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-phase (single-phase)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vertical (4-leg base)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePump type:\u003c\/strong\u003e C2 (two-stage cast iron)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePump RPM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 758\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCFM at 0 PSI:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCFM at 175 PSI:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax working pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 175 PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotor speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,725 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotor service factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15% minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W x D x H):\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 x 24 x 74 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 780 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank certification:\u003c\/strong\u003e ASME\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Castair (Cast Air Inc., Spicer, MN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Configurations — Cast Air Industrial 10 HP Single-Phase Lineup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTank\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePump\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRPM\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCFM @175 PSI\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions (in.)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI1018VC2-S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80-gal vertical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e758\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32x24x74\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e780 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI1018HC2-S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80-gal horizontal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e758\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64x20x48\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e780 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI10112VC2-S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120-gal vertical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e758\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44x30x75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e875 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI10112HC2-S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120-gal horizontal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e758\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e69x24x50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e875 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI10112VC3-S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120-gal vertical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e570\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44x30x75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,040 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI10112HC3-S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120-gal horizontal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e570\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e69x24x50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,040 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree-phase versions (I10312-series) are available with identical output specs. If your facility has three-phase power, use it — three-phase motors run cooler, start easier, and last longer under continuous load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Air Compressor Factory Direct?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have been selling industrial air compressors since 2016 and carry the full Cast Air Industrial Series lineup. When you call us, you reach someone who can tell you whether the C2 or C3 pump is right for your application, what electrical service you need, which options are worth adding, and whether horizontal or vertical tank orientation fits your floor plan. We offer free shipping on qualifying orders, full manufacturer warranty support, and straight talk about which unit fits your shop — not a push toward the most expensive option.\u003c\/p\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":53342556192981,"sku":"I1018VC2","price":8681.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8466\/0949\/files\/I1018VC2_20AOC2.jpg?v=1772675134","url":"https:\/\/aircompressorfactorydirect.com\/products\/castair-i1018vc2-s","provider":"Air Compressor Factory Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}