{"product_id":"castair-i538vc1-s","title":"Castair I538VC1-S","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Castair I538VC1-S is a 5HP three-phase industrial air compressor in vertical tank configuration with a factory-mounted magnetic starter. The VC1 vertical tank in the 38-series gives you a meaningful step up in stored air volume over the 33-series vertical units, while the vertical orientation keeps the floor footprint compact — critical in shops where horizontal tank space is simply not available. Three-phase power and the included mounted starter round out a solid installation package.\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 Three-Phase Motor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commercial-duty efficiency for full-shift operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-Phase Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires three-phase electrical service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical Tank (38-series, VC1):\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger stored volume than 33-series vertical units — compact floor footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory-Mounted Magnetic Starter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overload protection included; wire to three-phase panel and operate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCast Iron Industrial Pump:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for commercial duty cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e Castair commercial 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 Three-phase (3-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 I538VC1-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 208V\/230V\/460V three-phase (confirm supply voltage 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\u003eVertical vs. Horizontal: When the Footprint Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA vertical compressor takes up less floor space at the cost of height. In shops with low ceilings this can be a constraint, but in most commercial spaces the vertical format works well and keeps valuable floor area open. The 38-series vertical gives you more stored air than a 33-series vertical while keeping the footprint the same — it just stands a bit taller.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Compressor Handles\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-phase shops where floor space is limited but air demand is high\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-bay auto and body shops upgrading from a smaller vertical compressor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFleet and industrial facilities with three-phase service and space constraints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From OEM Diagnostic Tools?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe have been supplying professional shop equipment since 2016. We carry the full Cast Air vertical and horizontal three-phase lineup and can help you decide between series sizes based on your space and demand requirements. Free shipping, full warranty, and genuine pre-sale guidance 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":53342565269717,"sku":"I538VC1","price":5996.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/aircompressorfactorydirect.com\/products\/castair-i538vc1-s","provider":"Air Compressor Factory Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}