General Auction including Antiques & Collectables, Gold & Silver (14% Buyers Commission)

General Auction including Antiques & Collectables, Gold & Silver (14% Buyers Commission)

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Lot 167: Bostitch 24 Litre Portable 110V Direct-Drive Air Compressor

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Start price: £40

Buyer's Premium:

A Bostitch portable direct-drive electric air compressor featuring a 24 litre horizontal tank. The unit is powered by a 1.8kW (2.5 HP) 110V motor with a rated speed of 2850 RPM, designed for industrial or site use and fitted with a yellow 16A industrial plug. The motor technical plate indicates an operating voltage of 110V at 50Hz and a current draw of 14A. The compressor is equipped with a control manifold featuring twin pressure gauges for tank and regulated outlet pressure, an integrated regulator with a red control knob, and a single air outlet. The air tank is marked with a service pressure of 11 bar, equivalent to approximately 160 PSI, and a test pressure of 15.5 bar; air displacement in CFM is not specified on the visible manufacturer labels. The unit is mounted on a yellow tubular metal frame with a pull handle and two solid rubber-tyred wheels for transport.


Condition report:

The unit is in well-used industrial condition. There is significant physical damage to the black plastic motor housing, which is cracked with missing sections near the cylinder head. The yellow paintwork on the tank and frame shows various scuffs, scratches, and areas of surface oxidation. External metal components, including pipes and cooling fins, show grime and surface corrosion consistent with age and site use. This item is sold as seen and has not been tested for electrical safety or mechanical functionality.