VINTAGE! 9gal. twin 90 PSI Portable Belt Drive Air Compressor No.5715 (24JL02)
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About this product
This is a VINTAGE! 9-gallon portable belt drive air compressor from Associate Engineering, Model 5715. It operates on corded electric power with a 1.5 horsepower motor, delivering a maximum working pressure of 90 PSI. The unit is oil-lubricated, features a twin tank design, and comes in a gray color. Its dimensions are 46 inches long, 28 inches high, and 19 inches wide, making it a substantial but portable machine.
Our take
If you're looking for a piece of durable, older equipment, this vintage 9-gallon air compressor might be a good fit. The 9-gallon tank and 90 PSI maximum working pressure are respectable for a variety of home and light shop tasks. Being oil-lubricated, it should offer decent longevity, though it will require regular maintenance. It's a belt-drive system, which often translates to quieter operation compared to direct-drive units, and its 'Portable' classification with wheels suggests it's designed for movement. The 1.5 HP motor is decent, but keep in mind that at 90 PSI, this might not keep up with continuous heavy-duty tool use.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 9-gallon tank capacity
- Oil-lubricated for durability
- Portable with twin tanks
- 1.5 HP motor
Cons
- Maximum pressure only 90 PSI
- Vintage unit, potential wear
- Corded electric power
Specifications
- Maximum Working Pressure 90 psi
- Power Source Corded Electric
- Color Gray
- Portability Portable
- MPN 5715
- Item Length 46in.
Show all 15 specifications
- Brand
- Associate Engineering
- Lubrication Type
- Oil-Lubricated
- Tank Capacity
- 9 gal
- Type
- Air Compressor
- Horse Power
- 1.5
- Item Height
- 28in.
- Model
- 5715
- Item Width
- 19in.
- Country of Origin
- United States
