Castair PUK9008G — Contractor Series Gas-Powered Air Compressor with Honda GX270 Engine
The Castair PUK9008G is a gas-powered, belt-drive air compressor built for contractors who need portable compressed air where electricity is not available. Powered by a Honda GX270 engine, this unit runs on gasoline and delivers reliable air on job sites, service trucks, and remote locations. The 8-gallon twin-tank design keeps the profile compact enough to mount on a service truck or trailer.
Who This Is For:
HVAC technicians, carpet cleaners, mobile service techs, and contractors who need compressed air mounted on their service trucks. If you need air tools in the field and there is no outlet nearby, this is the unit.
Honda Engine Reliability:
All Castair gas-powered compressors are built with Honda engines — not a generic import motor. The GX270 is a proven commercial engine that starts reliably, runs smoothly, and holds up under daily use. Honda engines also feature an integrated throttle control that manages engine speed based on air demand.
Specifications:
| Engine: | Honda GX270 |
| Tank: | 8 gallon, twin-tank configuration |
| Pump RPM: | 1,380 |
| Max Pressure: | 125 PSI (single-stage) |
| Drive Type: | Belt drive, oil-lubricated |
| Dimensions (LxWxH): | 42” x 18” x 28” |
| Shipping Weight: | 250 lbs |
| Model: | PUK9008G |
Cast Iron Pump Features:
- Cast iron cylinder sleeve for long service life
- V-cylinder design for 360-degree cooling and extended pump life
- Ball bearings at both ends of crankshaft for reduced friction
- Two-piece connecting rod with independent wrist pin and 3 piston rings
- Paper filter/silencers for clean air intake and quiet operation
- Finned copper discharge tube for improved heat dissipation
- Easy-to-read sight glass for oil level monitoring at a glance
Controls and Safety:
- Heavy-duty pressure switch with on/off control
- Copper bleeder tube
- Head unloaders (vs. dump valves) for better cooling and less engine load in unloaded mode
- Powder-coated ASME-certified tank with safety valve installed
- Regulator with gauge and quick coupler mounted and ready to go
Oil-Lubricated vs. Oil-Less:
Castair oil-lubricated pumps last up to 10 times longer than oil-less units. Oil-less compressors are lighter and cheaper, but they wear out fast under daily commercial use. If you depend on this compressor for your livelihood, oil-lubricated is the only way to go.
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