BelAire 438V4 Air Compressor – 8HP Vertical
$1,544.00
BelAire 438V4 Air Compressor: Professional 8HP vertical compressor optimized for 460V industrial grids, providing reliable high-pressure air for automotive and manufacturing shops.
- Power Configuration: 8HP Industrial Grade
- Pneumatic Supply: 690 L/min (24.4 CFM)
- Operational Force: 150 PSI (10.3 Bar)
- Storage Type: 60 Gallon Vertical
- Grid Spec: 460V 3-Phase
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Description
BelAire 438V4 Air Compressor – Heavy-Duty 5 HP Vertical Industrial Air Compressor (80 Gallon)
The BelAire 438V4 Air Compressor is a professional-grade two-stage cast iron stationary compressor designed for automotive workshops, manufacturing facilities, fabrication shops, and other industrial environments requiring reliable compressed air. Built with a 5 HP three-phase electric motor, a rugged two-stage cast iron pump, and an 80-gallon vertical ASME-certified tank, this model delivers strong performance, durability, and long service life in demanding shop conditions.
It produces approximately 18 CFM at 100 PSI and 16 CFM at 175 PSI, with a maximum pressure of 175 PSI, making it suitable for powering multiple pneumatic tools and light-to-medium industrial workloads.
Key Features
- 5 HP industrial electric motor (460V, three-phase)
- Heavy-duty two-stage cast iron pump for efficiency and durability
- Large 80-gallon vertical ASME-certified air tank
- Air delivery: 18 CFM @ 100 PSI / 16 CFM @ 175 PSI
- Maximum pressure: 175 PSI
- Belt-driven low-RPM design for longer service life
- Magnetic starter included for safe motor control
- Fully enclosed belt guard for operator safety
- Manual tank drain for maintenance
- Built for continuous industrial operation
Industrial Performance Overview
The BelAire 438V4 is designed for consistent daily operation in professional environments where air demand is steady and reliability is critical. The cast iron pump construction provides excellent heat dissipation and wear resistance, allowing the compressor to run for long duty cycles without performance degradation.
Its vertical 80-gallon tank design saves floor space while still providing enough air storage to reduce frequent motor cycling during heavy tool usage.
Ideal Applications
- Automotive repair shops
- CNC machining and fabrication
- Manufacturing facilities
- Metalworking workshops
- Industrial maintenance departments
- Woodworking and finishing shops
- Multi-tool pneumatic systems
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model BelAire | 438V4 |
| Motor Power | 5 HP |
| Voltage | 460V |
| Phase | Three Phase |
| Pump Type | Two-Stage Cast Iron |
| Tank Capacity | 80 Gallons |
| Tank Style | Vertical |
| Air Delivery | 18 CFM @ 100 PSI / 16 CFM @ 175 PSI |
| Maximum Pressure | 175 PSI |
| Drive Type | Belt Drive |
| Tank Certification | ASME |
| Application | Industrial / Workshop |
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