{"product_id":"castair-i518vc1-s","title":"Castair I518VC1-S","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Castair I518VC1-S is a 5HP single-phase industrial air compressor in a vertical tank configuration with a factory-mounted magnetic starter. The vertical orientation trades horizontal footprint for vertical height — useful in tight shops where floor space is more valuable than ceiling clearance. Based on the SKU decode (I5 = Industrial 5HP, 1 = single-phase, 8-series tank, VC1 = vertical cast iron pump config 1), this unit sits in the mid-range of the 5HP single-phase vertical lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Manufacturer specification sheets for this model were not available at time of publication. Contact us for confirmed CFM output, operating PSI, and exact tank capacity before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 HP Industrial Motor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full commercial-duty output for sustained shop use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-Phase Power (230V):\u003c\/strong\u003e Runs on standard single-phase electrical service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical Tank Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smaller floor footprint than horizontal tanks — better for space-constrained shops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory-Mounted Magnetic Starter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overload protection included; wire directly to your panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCast Iron Industrial Pump:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commercial-grade pump for long service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e Castair's commercial-grade tier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorsepower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-phase (1-phase)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vertical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounted magnetic starter included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e I518VC1-S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Industrial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 230V single-phase (verify at order)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCFM \/ PSI \/ Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact us — manufacturer spec sheet not yet available online\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHorizontal vs. Vertical: Which Do You Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHorizontal tanks have a lower center of gravity and are harder to tip — better for busy bays where the compressor might get bumped. Vertical tanks take up less floor space and are common in shops where that is the primary constraint. If your shop has a dedicated compressor room or a back wall spot, either works. If floor space is tight, the vertical is the practical choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Compressor Handles\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomotive shops with limited floor space needing a full 5HP industrial unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody shops, service centers, and fleet operations on single-phase power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny facility where a vertical compressor is preferred for layout reasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From OEM Diagnostic Tools?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 2016 we have helped shops find the right compressor configuration — horizontal vs. vertical, tank size, phase, and starter options. We carry the full Cast Air Industrial line. Free shipping, full warranty, and pre-sale sizing help on every order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCall for pricing and availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\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":53342563172565,"sku":"I518VC1","price":5982.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8466\/0949\/files\/I518VC1-S_20AOC1_202025.jpg?v=1772675163","url":"https:\/\/aircompressorfactorydirect.com\/products\/castair-i518vc1-s","provider":"Air Compressor Factory Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}