When it comes to air compressors and the air requirement of the application, it's all about CFM (cubic feet per minute) or l/pm (liters per minute) and less about the tank size.
1 hp is required to support one (1) chair or operatory.
A 2.0 Hp Dental air compressor is required to support two (2) chairs or operatory users.
A 4.0 Hp unit is required to support 3-4 chairs or operatory users.
Both standard 80% DRY AIR and 98% DRY AIR (ISO 8573 3-2-1) air compressor models are available.
Select models feature a Sound Proof Cabinet which lowers decibel noise levels by an additional 10 dBA on average.
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Select a California Air Tools model based on your specific application (videos):
Dental Office (2-4 Chairs; 80% Dry Air) – Get the 10020DCAD or 20040DCAD
10020DC Watch Demo
10020DCAD Automatic Drain Demo
20040DC / 20040DCAD Watch Demo
20040DSPCAD Watch Demo
60040DCAD Watch Demo
Dental Office (4 Chairs; 80% Dry Air) – Get the 20040DCAD or 60040DCAD
20040DC / 20040DCAD Watch Demo
Dental Office (4 Chairs; 98% Dry Air: ISO 8573) - Get the xxxxxDCADC
20040DCADC Watch Demo
20040DSPCADC Watch Demo
60040DCADC Watch Demo
Dental Office (1 User/Chair; 80% Dry Air) – Get the 10010DC or 10020DC
10010DC / 10010DCAD Watch Demo
10010LFDC Product Page
Dental Office (1 User/Chair; 98% Dry Air) – Get the 10020HDCADC
10020HDCADC Watch Demo
20040DCADC Watch Demo
Light Duty Dental Milling Machine (80% Dry Air: MAXIMUM 2.5 CFM CONTINUOUS!) – Get the 10020DCAD
10020DC Watch Demo
10020DCAD Automatic Drain Demo
10020DSPCAD Watch Demo
Large Dental Milling Machine (80% Dry Air: MAXIMUM 5.2 CFM CONTINUOUS!) – Get the 20040DCAD or 60040DCAD
20040DC / 20040DCAD Watch Demo
General Dental Tools (80% Dry Air) – Get the 10020DCAD or 20040DCAD
10020DC Watch Demo
10020DCAD Automatic Drain Demo
10020DSPCAD Watch Demo
20040DC / 20040DCAD Watch Demo
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TECHNICAL NOTES:
1 hp is required to support each chair/operatory (i.e. 4 chairs/operatories would require a 4 hp model).
*To efficiently operate (1) each Dental Milling Machine continuously a 4.0 HP model is required.
For Dental Milling Machines, which often run continuously, it is strongly suggested to verify and satisfy maximum operating CFM air requirement ratings as follows:
10020xx Series Models - MAXIMUM 2.5 CFM CONTINUOUS!
20040xxxx & 60040xxxx Series Models - MAXIMUM 5.2 CFM CONTINUOUS!
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All 1 hp and 2 hp motor/pumps have a 3000-hour usable life before wear or service. Noise levels are ~60 dBA or ~70 dBA respectively; 4 hp models have a noise level of ~75 dBA. Items enclosed in a Sound Proof Cabinet (SPC) typically afford ~10-12 dBA noise level reduction. Items with the LF designation use the Long Life 4000-hour motor-pump. Motor-pumps are rebuildable and motor-pumps can be easily replaced.
The size of the tank (10 Gal vs. 20 Gal vs. 60 Gal) primarily impacts how often the motor/pump assembly kicks on; ensure you select a unit with enough horsepower to meet CFM air requirements. If you want the motor-pump to cycle less, then choose the largest tank size available.
If you plan on using an air tool or machine on a continuous basis, it is a good idea to multiply the “CFM” x 2 to get a continuous CFM rating for the tool or machine.
Most air tools and machines are rated for intermediate usage (not continuous). Always consult the air tool or machine manufacturer for the correct CFM requirement.
Model Nomenclature Definitions:
1. DC = 80% Dryer
2. DCAD = 80% Dryer & Automatic Drain Valve
3. DCADC = 98% Dryer & Automatic Drain Valve
4. H = Horizontal Tank
5. AD = Automatic Drain Valve
6. SPC = Sound Proof Cabinet
7. LF = long life Motor (i.e. 4000 hrs before wear or service)
Questions?
For sales inquiries please contact the California Air Tools team directly and they will assist you with item selection: 866-409-4581 Ext #2