Atlas Air Force AF8 Air Compressor
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Description
The Atlas Air Force AF8 is a 5-horsepower, 80-gallon two-stage commercial air compressor built for the 3-to-4-person auto shop — and for the one-person shop preparing for growth — that needs shop air to deliver flawlessly every working day. A two-cylinder, two-stage pump paired with a low-RPM 5 HP belt-driven motor (1750 RPM) cycles between 145 and 175 PSI and puts out 20 CFM at 145 PSI and 19 CFM at 175 PSI — enough to keep impact wrenches, sanders, and more than one air tool running at once.
Air is stored in a USA-made 80-gallon vertical steel tank rated to 200 PSI, leaving headroom above the 175 PSI cut-out. The vertical design stands 71 inches tall on a 40-by-24-inch footprint, so it lines up against a wall instead of taking a bay.
The AF8 runs on 220-volt, single-phase power and needs a 30-amp breaker on #10 wire — a circuit most working shops already have or can add without a full service upgrade. A factory Eaton magnetic starter manages the electrical input on every start, which protects the motor and adds to the unit's service life. An industrial-grade Hubbell pressure switch handles the cut-in and cut-out.
Reciprocating compressors have a reputation for noise; the AF8 is built to run quietly enough for indoor shop use. A set of vibro-isolation pads ships with the unit to damp vibration between each tank foot and the floor, and a finned tank inlet tube helps cut water accumulation inside the tank.
Features
- Two-cylinder, two-stage belt-driven pump
- 5 HP heavy-duty, low-RPM (1750 RPM) motor
- 80-gallon USA-made vertical steel tank, rated to 200 PSI
- 145–175 PSI operating range; 20 CFM at 145 PSI, 19 CFM at 175 PSI
- Factory Eaton magnetic starter for controlled electric input and longer service life
- Industrial-grade Hubbell pressure switch
- Heavy-duty metal belt guard
- Finned tank inlet tube to reduce tank water accumulation
- 3/4" NPT air outlet
- Quiet operation suited to indoor shop use
What's Included
The AF8 ships with the hardware a working shop needs to set it up and keep it maintained:
- Eaton magnetic starter
- Set of vibro-isolation pads1
- Hands-free tank drain extension
- Compressor oil drain extension tube
1 Each pad sits between a tank foot and the floor and takes a 3/8" anchor. Floor anchors are not included.
Specifications
| Atlas Air Force AF8 Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Motor | 5 HP, 1750 RPM |
| Pump | 2-cylinder, 2-stage, belt-driven |
| Tank capacity | 80 gallons (vertical, USA-made) |
| Tank pressure rating | 200 PSI |
| Operating pressure | 145–175 PSI |
| Delivered air | 20 CFM at 145 PSI; 19 CFM at 175 PSI |
| Air outlet size | 3/4" NPT |
| Electrical | 220V, single-phase, 30-amp breaker, #10 wire |
| Overall dimensions | 40" L × 24" W × 71" H |
| Shipping weight | 600 lbs |
| Magnetic starter | Eaton, included |
| Pressure switch | Hubbell, industrial-grade |
Warranty
The Atlas Air Force AF8 is backed by a 1-year parts-only warranty.
FAQ
What electrical service does the AF8 need?
220-volt, single-phase power on a 30-amp breaker with #10 wire. It does not require three-phase service.
How much air does it deliver?
20 CFM at 145 PSI and 19 CFM at 175 PSI, operating between 145 and 175 PSI — enough for impact tools, sanders, and running more than one air tool in a small shop.
How big is it and how much does it weigh?
It measures 40" L × 24" W × 71" H and ships at 600 lbs on a vertical footprint.
Is the tank made in the USA?
Yes. The 80-gallon vertical steel tank is USA-made and rated to 200 PSI.
What warranty comes with it?
A 1-year parts-only warranty.
The AF8 ships via freight on a pallet. To confirm delivery options or place an order by phone, contact MGS at sales@mygaragesupplies.com or 307-381-1810.