Portable Lubricated Direct-Driven Air Compressors
Compact receiver-mounted piston compressors for garages, workshops, maintenance tasks and compatible intermittent air-tool use, with Tanair and Nuair options from 6.7 to 12.6 CFM displacement.
Portable Lubricated Direct-Drive Compressors
This range combines a lubricated piston pump with a compact direct-drive layout. Available options include 24, 25, 50 and 100-litre receivers, allowing you to balance portability, stored-air capacity and compressor output for the intended job.
Portable Lubricated Direct-Driven Range
Compare compressor displacement, receiver capacity and overall package size. For tool sizing, use delivered-air requirements where available rather than relying on displacement alone.
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Model & Output Guide
The range covers Tanair and Nuair portable lubricated direct-drive compressors from 6.7 to 12.6 CFM displacement, with receiver sizes from 24 to 100 litres. The CFM figures below are compressor displacement figures and should not be treated as FAD unless an individual product specification states that separately.
| Model | Displacement | Receiver | Supply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tanair TAN-PC 1.5/230/25L | 6.7 CFM | 25 L | 230V |
| Tanair TAN-PC 1.5/230/50L | 6.7 CFM | 50 L | 230V |
| Nuair ND2/24 CM2 | 7.4 CFM | 24 L | 230V |
| Nuair ND2/50 CM2 | 7.4 CFM | 50 L | 230V |
| Nuair MK265-24-CM2 TECH | 8.5 CFM | 24 L | 230V |
| Nuair MK285-50 CM2 TECH | 9.2 CFM | 50 L | 230V |
| Nuair ND3/24 CM3 | 10.5 CFM | 24 L | 230V |
| Nuair NDV/50 CM3 | 12.6 CFM | 50 L | 230V |
| Nuair NDV/100 CM3 | 12.6 CFM | 100 L | 230V |
How to Choose the Right Portable Piston Compressor
Lubricated Direct Drive: What It Means
In a direct-drive piston compressor, the electric motor drives the compressor pump without the belt-and-pulley arrangement used on conventional belt-driven machines. The lubricated pump uses compressor oil internally, so oil level and oil condition form part of normal maintenance.
This layout keeps the package relatively compact and suits many portable, garage and workshop applications where compressed air is required intermittently.
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Portable Lubricated Direct-Drive FAQs
What is the difference between displacement and FAD?
Displacement is the theoretical volume moved by the pump. FAD is the usable delivered airflow under defined conditions and is the more useful figure when matching a compressor to an air tool.
Does a 100-litre receiver produce more CFM than a 50-litre receiver?
No. The receiver stores compressed air. Continuous compressor output is determined by the pump and motor, not the tank size.
Why choose a lubricated compressor?
A lubricated piston pump uses compressor oil to manage friction and wear. It requires routine oil checks and servicing but can be a practical choice for general workshop use.
Are these compressors suitable for continuous production use?
Portable piston compressors should be selected around the required duty cycle. For prolonged or continuous demand, ask us to check whether a larger piston, rotary screw or other compressor type would be more appropriate.
Can you help me check whether a compressor will run my tools?
Yes. Send us the tool airflow, working pressure, number of tools used together and expected runtime, and we can help check the required compressor capacity.
Need Help Choosing a Portable Compressor?
Tell us the tools you need to run, required pressure, expected usage and preferred receiver size.
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