How much air does the CAT 8010 produce?

The CAT 8010 delivers 2.2 SCFM at 90 PSI.

What is the maximum pressure of the CAT 8010?

The CAT 8010 has a maximum operating pressure of 120 PSI.

What size tank does the CAT 8010 have?

The CAT 8010 has a 8-gallon steel tank.

Is the CAT 8010 single-stage or two-stage?

The CAT 8010 is a single-stage compressor.

What is the duty cycle of the CAT 8010?

The CAT 8010 has a 70% duty cycle.

What is the CAT 8010 best for?

The CAT 8010 is best suited for Ultra-quiet oil-free home workshop and contractor compressor for woodworking, painting, and nail guns..

CAT 8010 – 1 HP 8-Gallon Air Compressor

CAT 8010 is a 1 HP oil-free direct-drive reciprocating piston compressor delivering 2.2 SCFM at 90 PSI (3.1 SCFM at 40 PSI) on an 8-gallon portable tank, running 120V/8.5A. Max pressure 120 PSI with cut-in at 90 PSI. Sound output is 60 dB(A) — quieter than most comparable units. Weight 48 lbs; dimensions 26 x 14 x 23 inches (L x W x H). Reed valve design, dual cylinder, 1,680 RPM motor. Estimated pump life 3,000 hours. 70% duty cycle. CSA/CAT-branded product manufactured for the consumer workshop segment. 1-year warranty. ASME tank rated to 150 PSI.

CFM

2.2 @ 90 PSI

Duty

70% continuous

Tank size

8 gal

Air output per horsepowerAirflow per motor HP

2.20CFM/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

$95$/SCFM

Good $180Typical $211High $260

PUMP & DRIVE

Stages1-stage recip

Cylinder2-cylinder

Pump RPM1680 rpm

Lubrication—

Oil—

Sump—

Pump life3,000 hrs

Pump material—

Head material—

Intercooler—

PERFORMANCE

Catalog CFM2.2 @ 90 PSI

CFM / HP2.20

Cut-in / out—

Tank fill—

Est. draw0.9 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. $315

Maintenance · yearlyEst. $80

Savings with Compressor Controller · yearlyEst. $72–$132

ELECTRICAL & FORM

Service110V Electric

Voltage110V

Amps—

Motor—

Motor RPM1680 rpm

Control—

Starter—

Weight48 lb

FormSteel · 8 gal · 150 PSI tank rating

BUILD & ENVIRONMENT

Air outlet3/8 in NPT

Drain—

Drain outlet—

ASME tank—

Made in USA—

Noise60 dBA

Op. temp40–104 °F

Dimensions26 x 14 x 23 in

Ship weight—

Warranty—

Where this sits in the catalog

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Catalog: 1655 units
Peer class: 12 · 1 HP

Sizing & pricevs. 12 in class

SCFM @ 1 HP2.2cfm
2median 3.917
-42.9% vs. median
Average price$210
$129median $871$3k
-75.9% vs. median

Efficiency vs. peersvs. 12 in class

CFM per HP2.2cfm/hp
2.2median 417.3
-45% vs. median
Price per CFM$109$/scfm
$13median $248$1,009
-56.1% vs. median

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