{"product_id":"castair-right-from-start-kit-rfs003d-duplex","title":"Castair Right From Start Kit RFS003D (Duplex)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCastair Right From The Start Kit RFS003D\u003c\/strong\u003e is the factory-recommended commissioning package for \u003cstrong\u003eCastair 25 HP and 30 HP Duplex and Tandem piston air compressors\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is the largest and most comprehensive kit in the Right From The Start lineup, configured for dual-head installations at the top of the piston compressor range. You get four gallons of break-in oil covering both pump crankcases, four vibration pads for the larger duplex base, 1-1\/4\" hardware throughout, and four inlet filter elements — one set per pump head. Everything in the box is sized for the output and physical footprint of a 25–30 HP two-pump setup. Buying as a kit saves 10% versus purchasing components individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Components\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGA30W Cast-Lube 30-Weight Oil — 4 Gallons (2 per pump head):\u003c\/strong\u003e Castair factory break-in oil. Semi-synthetic, high temperature rated, low carbon, non-foaming. At 25–30 HP duplex, each pump head has a larger crankcase than smaller models — four gallons covers both during initial fill and the mandatory eight-hour break-in change. Do not skip or defer the break-in oil change; it is the most critical maintenance interval on a new compressor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVP100 Rubber Vibration Pads — 4 Pads (4\"×4\"×1\"):\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubber isolation pads for the compressor base. A 25–30 HP duplex machine running both pump heads alternately generates substantial vibration. Four pads distribute the isolation load across the larger base footprint and prevent vibration from transmitting to floor anchors and rigid piping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBV114 Full-Flow Ball Valve — 1-1\/4\" NPT:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-flow brass\/stainless steel ball valve for tank shut-off. At the combined CFM output of a 25–30 HP duplex, the 1-1\/4\" bore is the correct sizing to prevent flow restriction. Brass\/stainless construction for reliable positive shutoff through years of service and maintenance cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVA125 Stainless Steel Flex Hose — 1-1\/4\" NPT × 18\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibration-absorbing flexible connection at the compressor discharge. The 1-1\/4\" sizing matches the valve and discharge fitting on this horsepower class. Without a flex connection here, vibration from two alternating pump heads works pipe fittings loose faster than on single-head installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16D Air Filter Elements — 4 Elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four inlet filter elements — two per pump head in a standard duplex configuration. Keeping inlet air clean at the 25–30 HP level protects a substantial investment in pump hardware. Replace on schedule per the maintenance interval in your compressor manual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete RFS Kit Lineup for Reference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRFS001D\u003c\/strong\u003e — 10 HP Duplex: 2 gal oil, 4 pads, BV75 valve, VA075 flex hose, 4× 16D filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRFS002D\u003c\/strong\u003e — 15 \u0026amp; 20 HP Duplex: 2 gal oil, 4 pads, BV100 (1\") valve, VA100 (1\") flex hose, 4× 16D filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRFS003D (this kit)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 25 \u0026amp; 30 HP Duplex: 4 gal oil, 4 pads, BV114 (1-1\/4\") valve, VA125 (1-1\/4\") flex hose, 4× 16D filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor single-head 25–30 HP machines, use the RFS003 kit instead — same hardware sizing but half the oil and filter quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 × GA30W Cast-Lube 30-weight semi-synthetic oil, 1 gallon each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 × VP100 rubber vibration isolation pads, 4\"×4\"×1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × BV114 full-flow ball valve, 1-1\/4\" NPT, brass\/stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × VA125 stainless steel flex hose, 1-1\/4\" NPT × 18\" length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 × 16D inlet air filter elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e RFS003D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Compressors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Castair 25 HP and 30 HP Duplex and Tandem piston models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOil:\u003c\/strong\u003e GA30W Cast-Lube 30-weight semi-synthetic, 4 gallons total (2 per pump head)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVibration Pads:\u003c\/strong\u003e VP100 — 4\"×4\"×1\" rubber, qty 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBall Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e BV114 — 1-1\/4\" NPT full-flow, brass\/stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlex Hose:\u003c\/strong\u003e VA125 — 1-1\/4\" NPT × 18\" stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir Filter Elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16D — qty 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Savings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10% vs. buying components separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From OEM Diagnostic Tools?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe stock and ship Castair accessories and can confirm the correct commissioning kit for your duplex compressor before you order. Free shipping on qualifying orders. Free tech support at \u003cstrong\u003e866-217-0063\u003c\/strong\u003e. Full Castair manufacturer warranty on every product we sell.\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":53342595743957,"sku":"RFS003D","price":597.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/aircompressorfactorydirect.com\/products\/castair-right-from-start-kit-rfs003d-duplex","provider":"Air Compressor Factory Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}