FS-Curtis · FML · TWO-STAGE PISTON

FML15D97BXS-A9L1XX

15 HP · Horizontal · 100% duty · electric · pressure · 2-stage
LOWEST PRICE
$8,977
FS-Curtis FML15D97BXS-A9L1XX

FS-Curtis FML15D97BXS-A9L1XX is a 15 HP two-stage reciprocating industrial air compressor delivering 42.6 SCFM @ 175 PSI on a 120-gallon horizontal tank, wired for 230V/1-phase, pressure-lubricated. Part of the FS-Curtis FML series, the D97 pump designation distinguishes this model from the C89 variant while sharing the same 15 HP belt-drive (BXS) configuration and A9L1XX option code for frame/tank/voltage. Pressure lubrication supports extended service intervals in demanding shop environments. Key specifications: 15 HP motor, 42.6 SCFM at 175 PSI maximum, 120-gallon horizontal receiver, 230V single-phase, two-stage, pressure-lubricated. Pricing at approximately $9,454. This model suits fabrication shops and production cells requiring sustained high-pressure flow on single-phase power. Gaps: duty cycle, weight, RPM, distinction between D97 vs C89 pump specs, and OEM datasheet URL not confirmed from primary source.

HP
15
CFM
42.6 @ 175 PSI
Duty
100% continuous
Tank size
120 gal
Air output per horsepowerAirflow per motor HP
2.84CFM/HP
Poor 2.8Typical 3.15Good 3.5
Isentropic efficiencyClass median · 2-stage piston
67%
Poor <50Good 70Best 92
Price per cubic foot · minuteVerified retailer price
$211$/SCFM
Good $180Typical $211High $260
PUMP & DRIVE
Stages2-stage recip
Cylinder
Pump RPM
Lubricationpressure
Oil
Sump
Pump life
Pump material
Head material
Intercooler
PERFORMANCE
Catalog CFM42.6 @ 175 PSI
CFM / HP2.84
Cut-in / out
Tank fill
Est. draw13.2 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. $4,727
Maintenance · yearlyEst. $375
Savings with Compressor Controller · yearlyEst. $1,087–$1,985
ELECTRICAL & FORM
Serviceelectric
Voltage230/1
Amps
Motor
Motor RPM
Control
Starter
Weight1250 lb
FormHorizontal · 120 gal
BUILD & ENVIRONMENT
Air outlet
Drain
Drain outlet
ASME tank
Made in USA
Noise
Op. temp
Dimensions
Ship weight
Warranty

Where this sits in the catalog

Histograms below: highlighted bar marks this unit’s bucket.

Catalog
1655 units
Peer class
83 · 15 HP
Sizing & pricevs. 83 in class
  • SCFM @ 15 HP42.6cfm
    17median 51111
    -16.5% vs. median
  • Average price$8,977
    $4,621median $9,585$25k
    -6.3% vs. median
Efficiency vs. peersvs. 83 in class
  • CFM per HP2.84cfm/hp
    1.15median 3.47.44
    -16.5% vs. median
  • Price per CFM$211$/scfm
    $96median $188$443
    +11.8% vs. median
Where this is soldPricing pending verification