{"product_id":"atlas-air-force-af5-5hp-60-gallon-electric-air-compressor","title":"Atlas Air Force AF5 5HP 60-Gallon Electric Air Compressor","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAtlas Air Force AF5 Entry-Level Electric Air Compressor for Working Shops\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost small shops outgrow a 20-gallon hot-dog compressor in about a week — the recovery time on a basic impact wrench is too long, and a tire-mounting cycle empties the tank before it finishes. The next step up is usually a 5HP 60-gallon vertical, but the typical big-box-store version is loud, single-stage, and short on CFM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Atlas Air Force AF5 is built for that step-up: 5 HP motor on a 3-cylinder pump, 60-gallon vertical USA-made tank, 18 CFM at 90 PSI, 220V single-phase. Quieter than most competing single-stage compressors, with a hands-free tank drain extension and finned inlet tube. Atlas's entry point into commercial-grade air without the price tag of a 2-stage 80-gallon unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtlas Air Force AF5 5HP electric air compressor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-gallon USA-made vertical steel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-cylinder 1-stage pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibro-isolation pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands-free tank drain extension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinned tank inlet tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty metal belt guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2\" NPT ball valve outlet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for the small commercial shop, serious DIY home shop, or sandblast operator who needs more recovery than a 20-gallon portable but doesn't yet need a 2-stage 80-gallon unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall tire and auto repair shops on a budget\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerious home garage builders running impact wrenches and air tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShops running the Atlas SBC420 entry-level sandblast cabinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight commercial work — body shops, woodworking, hobby shops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 HP electric motor\u003c\/strong\u003e — 220V single-phase, 30 amp breaker, #10 wire — standard shop power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-cylinder 1-stage pump\u003c\/strong\u003e — 18 CFM @ 90 PSI is real shop-grade output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60-gallon vertical tank, USA-made steel\u003c\/strong\u003e — long recovery cycle, small footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e90–125 PSI operating range\u003c\/strong\u003e — covers most pneumatic tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands-free tank drain extension\u003c\/strong\u003e — drain to the floor, no kneeling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinned tank inlet tube\u003c\/strong\u003e — cools incoming air, less water in the tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVibro-isolation pads\u003c\/strong\u003e — quieter than most single-stage competitors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/2\" NPT ball valve outlet included\u003c\/strong\u003e — wired up out of the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty metal belt guard\u003c\/strong\u003e — operator protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1-Stage vs 2-Stage: Why This Trade-Off Fits the Price Point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1-stage compressors max out around 125 PSI — most pneumatic tools run between 90–110 PSI, so 1-stage is fine for that range. 2-stage is necessary for 175 PSI work (heavy impacts, full sandblasting) but adds significant cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AF5 is sized for shops that don't need 175 PSI continuous. With 18 CFM @ 90 PSI from a 60-gallon tank, the AF5 runs an entry-level sandblast cabinet, standard impact wrenches, ratchets, blow guns, and air tools at full duty cycle. If the shop later upgrades to a 1 in impact or a full-bay sandblaster, the next step is the 2-stage AF7 or AF8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e60-Gallon Vertical USA-Made Tank Is the Recovery Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTank volume is what carries a shop through a cycle-heavy job. A 20-gallon portable empties its reserve in about 15 seconds of impact-wrench use, then the motor runs continuously trying to keep up. The 60-gallon tank on the AF5 gives roughly three times the reserve, which means the pump cycles on, recharges, and shuts off — operating only when actually needed, not chasing the demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vertical orientation cuts the floor footprint to a 28\" by 18\" rectangle, which fits against a wall in even a tight commercial bay. The tank itself is USA-made steel — not a thin-gauge import shell that pits and rusts after a few seasons of condensate. Combined with the hands-free drain extension and finned inlet tube, water management is built into the design rather than added on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Right Compressor for Your Shop\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Atlas Air Force AF5 is the right call for the working shop that's outgrown a portable but doesn't yet need a 2-stage unit. Real CFM, USA-made tank, and the build quality of the Atlas line at the entry price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't wait — scroll back up and click the orange Add to Cart button to get this compressor on its way to your shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eMotor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e5 HP electric motor, 220V single-phase, 30 amp breaker, #10 wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eCompressor Pump\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1-stage, 3-cylinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003ePressure Setting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e90–125 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eDelivered CFM @ 40 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e20 CFM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eDelivered CFM @ 90 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e18 CFM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eTank Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e60 gallons, vertical (USA-made steel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eAir Outlet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1\/2\" NPT with ball valve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eTank Drain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eHands-free extension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eBelt Guard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eHeavy-duty metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eVibration Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eVibro-isolation pads included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eTank Inlet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFinned cooling tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eOverall Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e28\" L x 18\" W x 68\" H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e400 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Atlas Automotive Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48225455276276,"sku":"ATEMPAF5-FPD","price":1899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/2535\/9604\/files\/Atlas_AF5_Air_Compressor_ATEMPAF5.webp?v=1778782139","url":"https:\/\/accessdivision.com\/products\/atlas-air-force-af5-5hp-60-gallon-electric-air-compressor","provider":"AccessDivision","version":"1.0","type":"link"}