California Air Tools offers two series of air dryer air compressors:

  1. Ultra Dry Air Compressors - 98% Dry Air (ISO 8573)

  2. Standard Dry Air Compressors - 80% Dry Air.

To operate (1) each Dental Handpiece, you need 1.0 Hp.

To operate (1) each Milling Machine, you will normally need either a 2 hp, 4 hp, 5 hp or 6 hp model depending on l/min or cfm, PSI (.MPa) air volume and hourly run times*   

The CALIFORNIA AIR TOOLS  Ultra Dry, Oil-Free & Ultra Quiet Air Compressors with Air Dryers are designed to be one of the quietest air compressors in the industry removing 98% of the moisture from the air.

The powerful motors operate at only 1680 RPM creating less noise, vibration and creating less wear. The Oil-Free Dual Piston Pump System is  engineered for longevity, high performance and durability.

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.

The Ultra Dry Air Dyer (Class 2) is specially designed to remove 98% of the water vapor from the air to protect sensitive tools and machinery.

PDP performance range (-20' F. to -51' F.)

Air Quality: ISO 8573 - Class 2.3.1

These Ultra Quiet & Oil-Free Air Compressors with 98% Air Drying Systems are designed for industries such as, Dental, Dental Lab, Medical, Biotech, Laser, Plasma cutting, 3D Printing and others with a need for Ultra-Dry Clean Air with 0.01 micron particulate filtering.

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 all air tools and machines are rated for intermediate usage (not continuous), except for dental milling machines which have continuous air flow typically expressed in liters per minute (l/min). For example, if a dental milling machine requires 0.5-2.0 cfm (10-55 liters per minute) then it suggested to obtain a model rated for a minimum of 4 cfm @90 PSI. 

Always consult the air tool or machine manufacturer for the correct CFM requirement.

Ultra Dry Air Dryer Air Quality  ISO 8573 standard

The CALIFORNIA AIR TOOLS Ultra Quiet & Oil-Free Air Compressors with Air Dryers are designed to be one of the quietest air compressors in the industry removing 80% of the moisture from the air.

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.

The Air Dyer is specially designed to remove 80% of the water vapor from the air to protect sensitive tools and machinery.

These Ultra Quiet & Oil-Free Air Compressors with Air Drying Systems are designed for industries such as, Dental, Dental Lab, Medical, Biotech, Laser, 3D Printing and others with a need for Dry Clean Air.

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 all air tools and machines are rated for intermediate usage (not continuous), except for dental milling machines which have continuous air flow typically expressed in liters per minute (l/min). For example, if a dental milling machine requires 0.5-2.0 cfm (10-55 liters per minute) then it suggested to obtain a model rated for a minimum of 4 cfm @90 PSI. 

Always consult the air tool or machine manufacturer for the correct CFM requirement.

Dry Air Compressor Selection Guidelines:

• 1 hp models: milling machine req. 0.3-1 cfm (9-25 liters per minute, l/min) @90 PSI.
• 2 hp models: milling machine req. 0.5-2 cfm (10-55 l/min) @90 PSI.
• 4 hp models: milling machine req. 2-4 cfm (56-110 l/min) @90 PSI.
• 6 hp models: milling machine req. 4-7 cfm (112-180 l/min)

* .3MPa = 45psi, .5MPa = 72psi, .7MPa =  101psi

Model Nomenclature Definitions:

• DC = 80% Dryer
• LFDC = 80% Dryer & Long Life Motor (i.e. 4000+ motor running hours)
• DCAD = 80% Dryer & Automatic Drain Valve
• DCADC = 98% Air Dryer & Automatic Drain Valve
• DCC = 98% Air Dryer, Twin-Tower Auto Purge
• HDCADC = Horizontal Tank, 98% Air Dryer & Automatic Drain Valve
• DSPC = 80% Dryer in Sound Proof Cabinet
• DSPCAD = 80% Dryer in Sound Proof Cabinet & Automatic Drain Valve
• DSPCADC = 98% Dryer in Sound Proof Cabinet & Automatic Drain Valve
• ..DSMAD.. = Smart Air Compressor Series. Remote Control with Phone or Desktop! ISO 8573 2.3.1 Compliant

*70/30 Duty Cycle Rating based on standard 8 hour work day. - Learn More