Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you are welcome to purchase directly from California Air Tools, visit our Shop.

Items are also available from our extensive list of Authorized Resellers.

• NOTE: California Air Tools does not provide RFQ/quotes as we are the manufacturer – please contact either of the Authorized Dealers below: 

Global Industrial  (will provide RFQ/quotes: 1-888-978-7759)

Mowers at Jacks/Northern Tool  (will provide RFQ/quotes: 1-877-565-7669)

If you are unsure as to which Air Compressor model to select, please refer to our MAIN APPLICATIONS page for tooling suggestions to support your equipment.

Have a more complicated air tooling requirement? Please answer the following questions and then reach out to us, via INFO@CALIFORNIAAIRTOOLS.COM with your answers:

1. Is this for Homeowner or Commercial use?
2. Type of primary equipment or tooling being driven? If specialized pneumatics, what is the Make n Model number(s)?
3. Operating CFM? (cubic feet per minute) or liters per minute (l/min) – check owners manual or product data spec sheet.
4. Operating PSI?  (40 vs. 70 vs. 100 PSI).  NOTE: most tools operate 80-90 PSI.
5. Do you require DRY AIR? If so, what percentage? (80 or 98%). Do you need to conform to ISO 8573  2.3.1 clean air standards (i.e. dew point -20C to -51C)?  –SEE AIR DRYING SOLUTIONS INFORMATION BELOW–
6. Operating how many hours per day? (i.e. number of actuations per hour & duration of each tooling cycle)
7. Continuous air flow required or Intermittent air flow?
8. Operating how many days per week?
9. 110 volt or 220 volt model needed?  >> If 220v, 1-phase or 3-phase?

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AIR DRYING SOLUTIONS  

How do different compressed air dryer types work?

• Adsorption / Desiccant (30+ All-In-One Air Dryer Model options)
  Adsorption or desiccant dryers use hygroscopic material like silica gel (desiccant) to adsorb moisture contained in compressed air. The air flows over the material and is effectively dried.  To dry the air from the air compressor an Aftercooler and Dryer are utilized. The aftercooler is a heat exchanger for cooling the discharge air from the air compressor. The water vapor from the compressed air is condensed into liquid form and pushed into the Air Dyer.  Both 98% and 80% Air Dryer Compressor Models are available…

98% Air Compressor Models – ISO 8573 Class 2 Dry Air Compliant (2.3.1) 

Removes 98% of moisture content from the air

PDP (pressure dew point) performance range (-20′ F. to -51′ F.)

Air Quality: ISO 8573 – Class 2.3.1

Filtering to 0.01 microns

Designed for industries such as Dental, Dental Lab, Electronic manufacturing, Medical, Biotech, Laser, Plasma cutting, 3D Printing and other pneumatic equipment which requires Ultra-Dry 98% and Clean Air with 0.01 micron particulate filtering.

80% Air Compressor Models 

Remove 80% of moisture content from the air. 

Filtering to 5.0 microns

Non-ISO 8573 compliant (output air temperature ~18C)

Designed for industries such as Dental Practices, Laser, CNC, Packaging, Heat Presses, Spray Painting, Printing and other pneumatic equipment which requires ~80% dry air.

• Refrigerant dryers (Stand alone air dryer which may be paired with any standard air compressor). Typically maintain a PDP of +3 °C/37.4 °F, suitable for most applications. They consist of an air-to-air heat exchanger and air-to-refrigerant heat exchanger. Typically remove 95% to 98% of moisture from the air, but are Non-ISO 8573 compliant. REFRIGERATED AIR DRYERS

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NOTE: 2.0 HP models cannot maintain 100 PSI (or higher) continuously for any longer than 5-10 minutes; 4.0 Hp models and above are only suggested.

NOTE 2: If your equipment requires ISO 8573 Class 1 Dry Air (i.e. Class 2.1.1 for PDP -70C), then we suggest you contact Pneumatech ($$$$)

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Our team of service and technical experts are always ready to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have. We are committed to providing exceptional support.

For Warranty Service, Post-Warranty Service or General Help and Technical Information requests please contact our Customer Service Department.

Please be prepared to provide the following information: 

• Your Name
• California Air Tools Model Number
• Where you Purchased the model from
• Issue or Question
• Copy of Proof of Purchase (for warranty claims)
• Photo and/or Short 10 second Video of Issue/Problem

NOTE 1: For new installations, technical questions, warranty service, general post-warranty service or spare parts questions that you are unable to resolve after referring to our Maintenance & Troubleshooting topics, then you are welcome to discuss the issue, required fix, spare part, etc. with our Customer Service Team directly.

NOTE 2: We do not sell Spare Parts directly – refer to our USA and Canada Authorized Spare Parts providers listed below.

M – Th:  6am – 3pm Pacific Time

Friday:  6am – 1pm Pacific Time

Phone: 1-866-409-4581  Ext. 1

customerservice@californiaairtools.com

Spare Parts may be obtained via our 2 Authorized Spare Parts providers (via web links provided below, enter the air compressor model number and search for the desired spare part):

Master Tool Repair (USA Only)

https://mastertoolrepair.com/air-compressor-parts-by-brand-california-air-tools-parts-c-1518.html

PHONE: 1-757-547-8665

customerservice@mastertoolrepair.com

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Jacks Small Engines (USA & Canada)

https://www.jackssmallengines.com/jacks-parts-lookup/manufacturer/california-air-tools/air-compressors

PHONE: 1-877-565-7669

M-F 9AM-6PM ET
Sat 9AM-5PM ET

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As necessary, you are also welcome to confirm or discuss the required part with our California Air Tools Service Team:

Phone: (866) 409-4581  Ext. 1

customerservice@californiaairtools.com 

M – Th  6am – 3pm Pacific Time

Friday  6am – 1pm Pacific Time

For product questions or to help choose a model please reach out to us.

Be prepared to provide answers to questions 1-9 above before calling or emailing. 

Sales: 866-409-4581 – Ext: #2

info@californiaairtools.com 

We can provide customized hardware solutions tailored to your specific business needs. Contact our leadership team to discuss your hardware requirements. NOTE: Minimum order quantity 100-500 depending on model.

marketing@californiaairtools.com 

We have been providing air compressor solutions to businesses for over 15 years, and we have built a reputation for reliability and quality.

CALIFORNIA AIR TOOLS COMPRESSORS OVERVIEW (video)