{"product_id":"atlas-air-force-af6-air-compressor","title":"Atlas Air Force AF6 Air Compressor","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAtlas Air Force AF6\u003c\/strong\u003e is an entry-level commercial-grade \u003cstrong\u003e5 HP, 80-gallon two-stage vertical air compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e built for shop owners who keep tools running all day. The 3-cylinder cast-iron pump (two low-pressure cylinders plus one high-pressure cylinder) delivers \u003cstrong\u003e18.5 CFM at 145 PSI\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e14.5 CFM at 175 PSI\u003c\/strong\u003e — enough air to keep impacts, ratchets, and paint guns working without the pump short-cycling, and enough to run Atlas sandblast cabinets on medium or medium-fine glass bead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/5550\/0318\/files\/atlas-air-force-af6-air-compressor-hero.jpg?v=1784023170\" alt=\"Atlas Air Force AF6 vertical 80-gallon air compressor with twin-cylinder pump, motor, and belt guard mounted on top of black tank\"\u003e\n  \u003cfigcaption\u003eAtlas Air Force AF6 — 80-gallon vertical tank with the pump, motor, and metal belt guard mounted on top.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe low-RPM motor and 3-cylinder pump are paired with a \u003cstrong\u003eUSA-made 80-gallon vertical tank\u003c\/strong\u003e, vibro-isolation pads, a hands-free tank drain extension, and a finned tank inlet tube that cuts moisture build-up inside the tank. The whole unit operates on \u003cstrong\u003e220V single-phase service\u003c\/strong\u003e with a 30 Amp breaker and #10 wire — standard service for a small commercial shop or a serious home garage with the right circuit run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-stage cast-iron pump\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3 cylinders (2 low-pressure, 1 high-pressure) for sustained 175 PSI output\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 HP low-RPM motor\u003c\/strong\u003e — belt-driven for efficient operation and quieter run cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e80-gallon vertical tank, made in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e — large reserve so the pump cycles less under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePressure setting 90–175 PSI\u003c\/strong\u003e — covers shop tools and sandblast cabinets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/2\" NPT air outlet with ball valve included\u003c\/strong\u003e — ready to connect to your shop hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty metal belt guard\u003c\/strong\u003e — full enclosure around the pulleys and belt\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVibro-isolation pads included\u003c\/strong\u003e — reduces transmitted vibration on shop floors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands-free tank drain extension\u003c\/strong\u003e — drain the tank without crawling under it\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinned tank inlet tube\u003c\/strong\u003e — cools incoming air and reduces water accumulation in the tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/5550\/0318\/files\/atlas-air-force-af6-air-compressor-pump.jpg?v=1784023170\" alt=\"Close-up of Atlas AF6 cast-iron 3-cylinder two-stage pump with motor, pressure switch, gauge, and maintenance label visible on the pan\"\u003e\n  \u003cfigcaption\u003eThe 3-cylinder cast-iron pump head, motor, pressure switch, and gauge — mounted on the steel pan above the tank.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eAtlas Air Force AF6 Specifications\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor (running)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor (peak)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3,450 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePump\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-cylinder, 2-stage cast iron (2 low-pressure, 1 high-pressure)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelt driven\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTank capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 gallons (vertical, made in the USA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir output @ 145 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.5 CFM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir output @ 175 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.5 CFM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure setting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90–175 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir outlet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2\" NPT (ball valve included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical service\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220V, single-phase, 30 Amp breaker, #10 wire required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36\" L × 24\" W × 69\" H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e485 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/5550\/0318\/files\/atlas-air-force-af6-air-compressor-feature.jpg?v=1784023170\" alt=\"Atlas AF6 with callout labels pointing to air filters, 5.0 HP 3450 RPM motor, lubrication oil level, pressure relief valve, air valve, and water drain valve\"\u003e\n  \u003cfigcaption\u003eComponent callouts: air filters, 5.0 HP 3,450 RPM motor, lubrication oil level, pressure relief valve, air valve, and water drain valve.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1-year parts-only warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e from Atlas Automotive Equipment. Covers manufacturing defects on parts; labor is the buyer's responsibility. Keep your sales receipt for warranty claims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat electrical service does the AF6 need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AF6 runs on \u003cstrong\u003e220V single-phase\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003e30 Amp breaker and #10 wire\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your shop has a 220V outlet on a 30A circuit (the kind common for welders and dryer-style outlets), you have what the AF6 needs. If your shop is wired only for 110V or you don't have a 30A 220V circuit, plan for an electrician to run the dedicated circuit before delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of shop tools can the AF6 power?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e14.5 CFM at 175 PSI\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e18.5 CFM at 145 PSI\u003c\/strong\u003e, the AF6 covers most one-person shop tools — impact wrenches, ratchets, blow guns, paint sprayers — without the pump short-cycling. The supplier specifically calls out compatibility with \u003cstrong\u003eAtlas sandblast cabinets when used with medium or medium-fine glass bead\u003c\/strong\u003e. Continuous high-CFM tools like a sandblaster running coarse media for long stretches will benefit from a larger compressor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does \"two-stage\" mean and why does it matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA two-stage compressor uses two compression cycles instead of one — air is compressed in a low-pressure cylinder, then handed off to a high-pressure cylinder for a second compression. The AF6's pump uses \u003cstrong\u003etwo low-pressure cylinders feeding one high-pressure cylinder\u003c\/strong\u003e. Two-stage pumps run cooler, last longer, and sustain higher PSI more efficiently than single-stage pumps, which is why most shop-grade compressors above 60 gallons are two-stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the AF6 ship and what does it weigh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AF6 has a \u003cstrong\u003eshipping weight of 485 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e and ships freight. You'll need a forklift, pallet jack, or liftgate to receive it, or you can choose warehouse pickup at checkout instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the tank made in the USA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the \u003cstrong\u003e80-gallon vertical tank is made in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e. The pump, motor, and other components are sourced separately and assembled into the AF6 as Atlas's entry-level commercial-grade compressor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDocuments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eManual and technical documents available on request — contact \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@mygaragesupplies.com\"\u003esales@mygaragesupplies.com\u003c\/a\u003e or call \u003ca href=\"tel:+13073811810\"\u003e307-381-1810\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Atlas Automotive Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Warehouse Pickup","offer_id":59615439454494,"sku":"ATEMPAF6","price":2099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ship to My Address","offer_id":59615439487262,"sku":"ATEMPAF6-FPD","price":2399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/5550\/0318\/files\/atlas-air-force-af6-air-compressor-hero.jpg?v=1784023170","url":"https:\/\/mygaragesupplies.com\/products\/atlas-air-force-af6-air-compressor","provider":"My Garage Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}