California Air Tools 10020C 2.0 HP Ultra Quiet and Oil-Free Air Compressor, 10 Gallon Steel Tank with Wheels, 70 dBA Noise Level
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Style: Steel Tank, 110v
Features
- ULTRA QUIET PERFORMANCE: The California Air Tools 2.0 HP Ultra Quiet & Oil-Free Air Compressor operates at only 70 decibels; perfect for noise-sensitive environments; airflow 6.40 CFM at 40 PSI & 5.30 CFM at 90 PSI
- POWERFUL OPERATION: Equipped with a powerful 2.0 HP motor running at only 1680 RPM, this ultra quiet air compressor creates less noise and wear
- OIL-FREE DUAL PISTON PUMP: The oil-free dual piston pump system provides high performance and durability, with a life cycle of over 3000 hours; suitable for various temperatures and terrains, it ensures cleaner air and less maintenance
- 10 GALLON STEEL TANK WITH WHEELS: This heavy duty portable air compressor with wheels features a 10-gallon steel tank that is perfect for jobsite, shop or garage use; its remarkably easy to transport around your workspace, enhancing flexibility
- QUICK SETUP: The Easy Start Valve allows for quick start up using less starting amps; it requires less amps for start up in cold temperatures; product dimensions: L (16") x W (15.1") x H (35.9")
Description
The California Air Tool 2.0 Hp Ultra Quiet & Oil-Free Air Compressor is designed to be one of the quietest air compressors in the industry, emitting only 70 decibels of sound. This makes this super quiet air compressor perfect for any workspace where noise is a concern. Powered by a powerful 2.0 HP motor operating at just 1680 RPM, it delivers robust performance with less noise and reduced wear, ensuring a longer lifespan and more efficient operation. This oilless air compressor features an oil-free dual piston pump system that is designed for high performance and durability. With a life cycle of over 3000 hours, it significantly outlasts comparable models. The 10-gallon steel tank is ideal for jobsite, shop, and garage use, providing ample air capacity with a maximum pressure of 125 PSI. Weighing 82.5 pounds and equipped with a convenient wheel kit, this 10 gallon air compressor with wheels is remarkably easy to maneuver and position exactly where you need it. From project to project, its mobility ensures that setting up and moving are as effortless as possible. This compressor also includes features such as two pressure control gauges and industrial "Push to Connect" quick connectors, enhancing its ease of use and efficiency. At California Air Tools, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative, top-tier technology in air compressors that meet the needs of both professionals and hobbyists without compromising on power or user-friendliness. Elevate your workspace with the California Air Tools Ultra Quiet & Oil-Free Air Compressor. Discover the bliss of superior performance coupled with whisper-quiet operation, designed to enhance your efficiency and comfort.
Specs & Other Info
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | California Air Tools |
| Voltage | 110 Volts |
| Primary Uses | Nailing |
| Energy Source | Corded Electric |
| Sound Intensity | 70 dB |
| Portability | Yes |
| Included Items | Air compressor |
| Weight | 82.5 Pounds |
| Peak Horsepower | 2 Horsepower |
| Tank Size | 10 Gallons |
| Color | Silver |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Dimensions | 16"L x 15.1"W x 35.9"H |
| Drain System | Manual & Auto Drain |
| Current Draw | 14 Amps |
| Airflow | 6.4 CFM |
| Model | 10020C |
| Maximum Pressure | 125 PSI |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited |
Frequently asked questions
The California Air Tools 10020C is designed to be ultra-quiet, operating at only 70 decibels. This noise level is significantly lower than many traditional air compressors, making it ideal for use in noise-sensitive environments such as residential areas, indoors, or where noise pollution is a concern.
Yes, the California Air Tools 10020C features an oil-free pump, which reduces maintenance, prevents oil spills, and makes it suitable for a variety of temperatures and uneven terrains.
The California Air Tools 10020C air compressor is powered by a 2 horsepower (HP) motor that operates on a standard 110V electrical outlet. This makes it powerful enough for a wide range of applications while still being accessible for residential or commercial use.
The main features include its ultra-quiet operation at 70 decibels, its oil-free pump for less maintenance, a powerful 2 HP motor, and its 10 gallon steel air tank capable of 125 PSI maximum pressure. It also features a quick recovery time and is designed for both performance and durability.
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This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.
Customers express overall satisfaction with this compressor, highlighting its exceptionally quiet operation as a significant improvement from older models. While it's praised for being much quieter than expected, some users note that it can be noisier when specific components, like the fish tank hose, become loose. Its ability to support various tasks, including spray painting and running air tools without disturbing neighbors or housemates, is frequently commended. However, concerns about minor corrosion on fittings and the necessity of a cool-down period for continuous use are mentioned.
Pros
- 🔇 Exceptionally quiet operation, making it suitable for residential areas and late-night work
- 🔧 Supports a wide range of spray and air tool needs effectively
- 👍 Recent improvements in quality, addressing past concerns raised by users
- 🏠 Compact and efficient, fitting the needs of users with limited space
Cons
- 🔊 Can become noisier if specific parts, like the included fish tank hoses, dislodge
- 🛠 Minor corrosion on some metal parts, possibly due to storage conditions
- ⏳ May require cool-down periods during extended use to prevent overheating
Should I Buy It?
If you're in need of a quiet, efficient compressor for home or light industrial use and are willing to address minor maintenance issues like loose parts or slight corrosion, this compressor comes highly recommended. Its quiet operation and quality improvements make it a worthy investment for those prioritizing a noiseless work environment.
Style: Steel Tank, 110v
There’s an inevitability when you start thinking you need an air compressor. And that inevitability is that very soon after you buy it, you realize you need a bigger one. This is my third compressor purchase in three years, and likely the best. The previous two compressors were too small and way too noisy. They worked, but those drawbacks were maddening. After some research, I decided on this compressor and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. It’s quiet, has a large enough capacity (I’m exaggerating, of course I’d like to have a larger one), and so far appears to be very well built. The wheels, which are easy to install, are a must, as this California Air Tools product is on the weighty side at 82.5 pounds. The well designed handle and the chonky wheels make it easy to move around. Recommended for nailing, I’ve found that it also works well with my cut-off, staple, and impact driver tools. It runs on 110, has a 10-gallon tank, and is very, very quiet, thanks to a relatively slow rpm.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2025 by Westreacher
Style: Steel Tank, 110v
Finally realized I needed a small compressor for light duty projects. VERY quiet. It's great for inflating tires, blowing dirt off the garage floor and even short sessions with light duty pneumatic tools like a small die grinder. Even though the marketing states it's "powerful" it's power is only useful for quickly filling the tank. Setup is simple and the design well thought-out. I was impressed with the quick-release connectors, good quality intake filters, easy to reach/use the water drain, substantial wheels and rubber feet to minimize vibration. Any "oiless" compressor is NOT meant to run continuously; if it runs for 15 minutes straight, shut it off or it WILL be ruined. The compressor is aluminum and run continuously, it WILL warp, either seizing or losing lots of pressure. It amazes me how some reviewers abuse this little guy and then complain about it. For any decent spray gun, I use a cast iron 5hp two stage 80 gallon model with an oil/water trap, built to run nearly continuously. Anything less than that, this is one heck of a good buy. This is my second compressor from California Air, a much smaller one at a shed which has limited electrical power. They import good stuff. A great buy for many projects.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2024 by Kid_Again
Style: Steel Tank, 110v
I bought this compressor recently and I really like it, yes it is very quiet and the tank fills fast, I wanted to run an impact wrench for my truck wheels that torque at 140 lbs. I didn't know much about impact wrenches or air compressor's so I bought a really good ingersol rand impact wrench. 1350 ft lbs is the tightening power and I think 950 ft lbs to remove things, nuts and other stuff. I also bought the California air auxiliary tank aluminum 100 bucks or so. This gun takes a lot of air really 6 cfm to run, the setup of the compressor and extra tank was simple I have two complete sets of tires and wheels and I live in iowa so I switch em out in the winter, I can tell you if anyone wants to use it for that purpose it worked awesome riped those lug nuts right off, and put them back on great, also the two tanks together never stopped the wrench from working great. I have been buying stuff on amazon for many years and this is my first review, so yes get this compressor. now I just gotta find an easier floor jack, also I wish I would have spent just a little more money and got the wrench that runs quieter. hope this helps you decide. Also this is an interesting and curious piece of info. just got off the phone with California air as I was asking him about the auto drain/manual feature which I know I definitely clicked on when I bought this compressor (the guy said there were a lot of people inquiring about this) but going back and looking at the prices I did a lot better price wise by purchasing it this way, you can look at it and see what I mean, so yeah if you are trying to get both drains your probably not gonna get it, and California air is not sure why. so what that I have to open the tank valve to drain it, no big deal. Also he said that to get my extra air capacity I have to run an air hose from compressor to auxiliary tank, then run your air tool off of the auxiliary tank, it comes all set up with fittings right out of the box so that was easy
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Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2018 by Blzzn 101
Style: Steel Tank, 110v
UPDATE REVIEW: Seller authorized a return of compressor and sent a replacement as soon as they verified shipping label was used, replacement compressor works perfectly. Still a little leery about the plastic line that caused the problem before, the smaller California air compressor has a brass line for that part but so far so good, maybe will fine. opened the box got my new compressor out of the box, attached the wheels and filters, little problem with filters have no wrench thin enough to tighten all the way, get them on as far as possible (why couldn't they install at the factory? they open up for the new filter to go in) So now I turn it on, WOW nice and quiet, runs up to 60 psi and pop! small plastic hose pops off back of the switch assembly. stops running. pull it back in garage remove the nut holding it on try to reattach tighten as well as I can turn on again and just comes off again. Useless compressor right now. and i have a low tire on my camper van. Called california tools they have no support on weekends
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Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2018 Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2018 by Retired Florida Nerd
Style: Steel Tank, 110v
I was out grew my 4CFM @ 90psi air compressor for many reasons. The CMFs were to low for plasma cutting. The noise level practically jars my fillings loose when in operation, it also scares the living Jesus out of me when it switches on to replenish the air. After careful consideration I decided on the CAT 10020C. The specs seems to suit the needs of my home machine shop. It was delivered without incident from amazon. THE GOOD 1) Its pretty quite! By far the quietest compressor Ive ever heard. 2) The CFM is good for my needs. 3) Tank fills up quickly. 4) Assembly was easy. Didn't even open the manual 5) Now I can actually leave the air on overnight without worrying about it springing to life and waking the neighbors. THE BAD 1) The fittings on the front panel were defective. It leaked really badly when anything was connected. Also one of the fitting was just simply not functional. Had to replace both with a brand that had better flow and better sealing. 2) The fittings supplying air from the tank to the regulator and manifold is really cheap and plastic considering the price. 3) Its pretty heavy. If you are considering using this for outside jobs rather than a stationary compressor, you should probably shoot for a lighter model. Maybe the 4020. At 80+ pounds its not very portable. 4) *** IMPORTANT NOTE: When opening the box, lay the compressor on its side and remove it from its packaging. You can easily damage the water drain vale on the bottom of the machine if you slide it out vertically on a hard floor. Over all it a decent air compressor. Its great if you have a small 20x20 garage shop like mine with a full size lath and milling machine. At 70 db its still is the loudest tool i own.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2016 by Rocketman
Style: Steel Tank, 110v
I bought the CAT 10020C compressor a little over a year ago to use for small projects around the house and to air up my tires as needed (we have 3 vehicles). I've been very pleased with the purchase. The unit works as advertised - it's very quiet. I've used it to do small framing in the attic for insulation and then used it to staple all the insulation. I've used it to blow out the garage, blow leaves and grass clippings off the driveway, and I'm even learning to use it for small paint projects. There were two minor issues I discovered initially, but neither are a problem as far as I'm concerned. The first was some confusion on installing washers on the wheels. The instructions showed installing washers, but washers were not provided. I believe CAT changed their wheel design and the washers are no longer needed. CAT needs to change their directions to omit installation of washers. I also noticed that my unit was shutting off at 120 psi instead of the advertised 125 psi. Furthermore, the RED zone marking on the pressure gauge starts at about 115 psi, so the pressure on my unit was entering the RED zone. I talked with a factory technician and he said the unit is designed to operate safely at 125 psi. He sent me a video which showed how to calibrate the unit to kick off at 125 psi. As for the RED zone markings, CAT purchased gauges from a third party. CAT could probably customize the gauges for their units but that would drive up the cost. As long as you can read numbers, you can verify your unit is operating in a safe range. I just know that when the needle enters the RED zone, my unit is about to kick off. Everything works fine on the unit and I've had no issues with any leakage. I'm very pleased with the purchase and would definitely recommend this unit.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2018 by NK
Style: Steel Tank, 110v
Fed up with noisy low output air compressors, I purchased this California Air Tools mdl. 10020C air compressor for my use at home in my garage. I was attracted to the 110 VAC 7 amp power requirement with a respectable 6.4 CFM @ 40 PSI, 5.3 CFM @ 90 PSI as well as the low noise at 70 db. After assembly and a thorough inspection of the unit, I powered it for the first time . Within 2 seconds, it sounded like a chicken bone in a garbage disposal, then the fan guard on the right side of the motor blew off along with two of the fan blades. The pictures show the damage and notice the rust on the shaft and the crank. This is a huge disappointment. I will be returning this unit. UPDATE- i returned the faulty unit and foolishly accepted a replacement. To my surprise, the new unit was not made in Mexico as the first one was. It came out of China. The welds were beautiful, the wheels and fan shrouds were updated to a more robust design. This still a poorly designed air compressor. If you intend to do more that show this off in your pretty man cave garage and actually plan to do some work other than occasionally filling your tires or pool toys, then you don't want this compressor. Upon first use with a 5" DA sander, the compressor shut off after about 30 minutes of use and did not come back on. A read through the trouble shooting chart explained why. It states that the compressor will shut off after 45 minutes of continuous use. It shuts off in 30 minutes and takes as much as an hour to cool down enough to restart.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2019 Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2019 by bwthomas
Style: Steel Tank, 110v
I'm not an expert. I have only own 2 air compressors in my life. This one and a Bostitch portable air compressors 6 gal. This air compressor is much better. The lack of noise this thing makes, you almost forget that its turned on after a few hours of use and the ability to control air pressure is amazing. Worth the cost if you are a DIYer. One drawback, another handle to carry the tool would have been great.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2025 by Jason Lewis