What horsepower is the CAT 10020AC air compressor?

The CAT 10020AC is rated at 2 HP.

How much air does the CAT 10020AC produce?

The CAT 10020AC delivers 5.3 SCFM at 90 PSI.

What is the maximum pressure of the CAT 10020AC?

The CAT 10020AC has a maximum operating pressure of 125 PSI.

What size tank does the CAT 10020AC have?

The CAT 10020AC has a 10-gallon aluminum tank.

Is the CAT 10020AC single-stage or two-stage?

The CAT 10020AC is a single-stage compressor.

What is the CAT 10020AC best for?

The CAT 10020AC is best suited for Ultra-quiet 10-gallon aluminum-tank compressor for woodworking, spray painting, dental offices, and nail guns..

CAT 10020AC – 2 HP 10-Gallon Air Compressor

CAT 10020AC is a 2 HP oil-free dual-piston direct-drive reciprocating compressor delivering 5.3 SCFM at 90 PSI (6.4 SCFM at 40 PSI) on a 10-gallon aluminum tank, running 110V/14A. Max pressure 125 PSI with cut-in at 90 PSI and cut-out at 125 PSI. Sound output is 70 dB(A). Weight 62 lbs; wheel-equipped for mobility. Dimensions confirmed portable configuration. 1,680 RPM motor. Estimated pump life 3,000 hours. 50% duty cycle. Aluminum tank reduces weight versus steel alternatives. Application: workshop and jobsite. 1-year limited warranty.

CFM

5.3 @ 90 PSI

Duty

— continuous

Tank size

10 gal

Air output per horsepowerAirflow per motor HP

2.65CFM/HP

Poor 2.8Typical 3.15Good 3.5

Isentropic efficiencyClass median · 1-stage piston

58%

Poor <50Good 70Best 92

Price per cubic foot · minuteVerified retailer price

$66$/SCFM

Good $180Typical $211High $260

PUMP & DRIVE

Stages1-stage recip

Cylinder—

Pump RPM1680 rpm

Lubrication—

Oil—

Sump—

Pump life—

Pump material—

Head material—

Intercooler—

PERFORMANCE

Catalog CFM5.3 @ 90 PSI

CFM / HP2.65

Cut-in / out—

Tank fill—

Est. draw1.8 kW

COST & MAINTENANCE

Compressor Controller ROI calc · $0.14/kWh · 1920 hr/yr · 70% motor efficiency · HP×1.10 sizing · savings 23–42% of electric

Electric · yearlyEst. $630

Maintenance · yearlyEst. $80

Savings with Compressor Controller · yearlyEst. $145–$265

ELECTRICAL & FORM

Service110V Electric

Voltage110V

Amps—

Motor—

Motor RPM1680 rpm

Control—

Starter—

Weight62 lb

FormAluminum · 10 gal · 175 PSI tank rating

BUILD & ENVIRONMENT

Air outlet3/8 in NPT

Drain—

Drain outlet—

ASME tank—

Made in USA—

Noise70 dBA

Op. temp40–104 °F

Dimensions—

Ship weight—

Warranty—

Where this sits in the catalog

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Catalog: 1655 units
Peer class: 27 · 2 HP

Sizing & pricevs. 27 in class

SCFM @ 2 HP5.3cfm
4median 817
-33.8% vs. median
Average price$349
$308median $2,736$9k
-87.2% vs. median

Efficiency vs. peersvs. 27 in class

CFM per HP2.65cfm/hp
2median 48.65
-33.8% vs. median
Price per CFM$70$/scfm
$17median $267$1,101
-74% vs. median

Where this is sold

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$349
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