{"product_id":"heavy-duty-shop-rotary-screw-model-no-r1038hg11-also-230-or-460","title":"Heavy Duty Shop Rotary  -  Screw - Model No. : R1038HG11 - Also 230 or 460","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCast Air R1038HG11 — 10HP 3-Phase Rotary Screw Air Compressor, Horizontal Tank\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cast Air R1038HG11 is a 10-horsepower, three-phase rotary screw air compressor with a horizontal tank configuration, priced at $8,386.95. If you have been comparing rotary screw compressors in the 10HP class and want the lower-profile horizontal layout — or your shop ceiling makes a vertical tank impractical — the R1038HG11 delivers the same rotary screw performance in a footprint that works better for low-ceiling facilities and shops where fitting access matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Rotary Screw Technology Delivers That Piston Compressors Cannot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Duty Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rotary screw compressors are designed for continuous operation. Piston compressors are typically rated 50-75% duty cycle — they need rest cycles between runs. In a production environment where air demand is constant, a piston machine is always playing catch-up. The R1038HG11 runs as long as you need it to without cycling down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent Air Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e The twin-rotor helical screw element compresses air in a smooth, continuous flow rather than the pulse-and-hammer action of a piston. Your tools see steadier pressure, which matters for spray guns and precision pneumatic equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignificantly Quieter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 10HP piston compressor is loud — typically 85-90 dB or more at the machine. Rotary screw compressors in this class typically operate in the 65-75 dB range. In a shop where you communicate with customers or where technicians work nearby, the difference is noticeable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOil-Injected Compression:\u003c\/strong\u003e The screw elements are lubricated and cooled by oil during compression. An integrated air\/oil separator removes oil from the compressed air before it reaches your distribution lines and tools. Regular oil changes and separator element replacement are the primary maintenance tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower Operating Temperatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oil injection keeps the compression cycle cool, which extends component life and reduces thermal stress compared to air-cooled piston designs running near their duty cycle limit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHorizontal Tank — Why It Matters for Your Shop\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Ceiling Shop Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The horizontal tank lies on its side, keeping the overall machine height well below what a vertical tank unit requires. If your shop ceiling is under 9-10 feet, or if overhead obstructions limit where you can place equipment, the horizontal configuration opens up more installation locations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower Center of Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e A horizontal tank sits lower and is harder to tip. For shops that move equipment or where forklift traffic is nearby, this can be a practical advantage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasier Plumbing Access:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horizontal tanks typically offer drain and outlet connections at accessible heights without requiring step stools or ladders for routine maintenance. The condensate drain is at the lowest point of the tank with straightforward access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLonger Floor Footprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tradeoff is that a horizontal tank extends further along the floor than a vertical unit of comparable capacity. Measure your available wall space before ordering. The R1038HG11 needs a run of floor space along one wall rather than a square corner footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Flexibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horizontal compressors are generally easier to move through doorways and position during installation, which can reduce setup costs if your machine room has a tight entry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e10HP 3-Phase Power — What You Need Before Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-Phase Electrical Service Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e This compressor will not run on single-phase power. If your shop is on single-phase service, you need either a phase converter or a different compressor. Confirm your incoming electrical service with your electrician before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e230V or 460V Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The R1038HG11 is available in 230V or 460V three-phase. Specify your voltage at the time of order. The motor windings are different for each voltage — this is not a field adjustment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Choose 230V:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your shop is already on 230V three-phase service. Common in older buildings and light industrial facilities. If your existing three-phase equipment runs on 230V, stay on 230V.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Choose 460V:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your shop is on 460V three-phase service, which is standard in heavy commercial and industrial facilities. At 460V, the compressor draws approximately half the amperage of the 230V version for the same horsepower, allowing smaller wire gauge and lower panel loading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated Circuit Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 10HP motor draws significant startup amperage. Your electrician needs to size the breaker, wire, and disconnect appropriately for this motor's full-load and locked-rotor amperage. Do not connect this compressor to a shared circuit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho This Compressor Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuto Body and Collision Shops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Running spray guns, DA sanders, and air-fed equipment simultaneously. Rotary screw technology handles the continuous demand that body shop work creates without the pressure drops that plague undersized piston compressors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFleet Maintenance Shops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Truck fleets, bus lines, construction equipment fleets — shops that run impact wrenches, air ratchets, and pneumatic tools across multiple bays throughout the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Ceiling Shops:\u003c\/strong\u003e The horizontal configuration specifically suits shops where vertical clearance is limited. If you have a 9-foot ceiling or structural beams that limit where you can put a tall unit, the HG11 is the practical choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTire and Wheel Centers:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-cycle air tool use and rapid tire inflation benefit from continuous-duty rotary screw technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFabrication and Light Manufacturing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any shop running pneumatic tools continuously through a shift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eR1038HG11 vs. R10312VG11 — Horizontal vs. Vertical Tank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSame Core Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both the R1038HG11 (horizontal) and R10312VG11 (vertical) are 10HP, 3-phase rotary screw compressors. The compressor element and motor are comparable. You are choosing tank orientation based on your shop's physical constraints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorizontal (HG11) — $8,386.95:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower profile, longer floor footprint. Suits low-ceiling shops. Approximately $640 less than the vertical version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical (VG11) — $9,027.00:\u003c\/strong\u003e Taller, smaller floor footprint. Suits shops with standard ceiling height and limited floor area. Better if you need to fit the compressor into a corner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuying Decision:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure your ceiling. If height is not a constraint and floor space is limited, go vertical. If ceiling height is a concern or you prefer the lower profile for any reason, go horizontal and save $640.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorsepower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-Phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Voltages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 230V or 460V (specify at time of order)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horizontal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gauge-equipped receiver tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rotary screw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuty Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% continuous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e R1038HG11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e $8,386.95\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete manufacturer specifications including CFM output, tank capacity (gallons), dimensions, and weight are pending. Contact 866-217-0063 for full specs before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From OEM Diagnostic Tools?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialist Since 2016:\u003c\/strong\u003e We supply professional shops with diagnostic equipment and shop tools. We do not sell consumer hardware. Our team understands what production shops actually need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free freight shipping to the contiguous United States on this unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Technical Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Call 866-217-0063 with questions about voltage configuration, installation planning, or application fit. We will help you confirm the right compressor for your shop before you order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Manufacturer Warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold with Cast Air's full manufacturer warranty. We handle warranty support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight Talk on Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your shop needs more CFM than this unit provides, or if the horizontal tank is not the right orientation for your space, we will tell you. We recommend the right product, not the most expensive one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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":53342577131733,"sku":"R1038HG11","price":8386.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/aircompressorfactorydirect.com\/products\/heavy-duty-shop-rotary-screw-model-no-r1038hg11-also-230-or-460","provider":"Air Compressor Factory Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}