California Air Tools 1P1060S

Last updated: October 31, 2026

California Air Tools 1P1060S
2.6/5#16 of 20 in portable air compressors
2.6

For hobbyists and trim work indoors who care most about noise: one of the quietest compressors sold. Too small for framing nailers or air tools.

  • 1.2 CFM at 90 PSIAirflow
  • 1 galTank
  • 56 dB(A)Noise
  • 1 yearWarranty
Check price at Amazon$140.63

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Pros
  • Quiet enough to run indoors or in an apartment garage without bothering anyone
  • At 29 lb it carries easily from room to room
  • Draws only 4.5 A, so it runs on a small generator or a shared circuit
  • Oil free pump needs no oil changes
Cons
  • 1.2 CFM at 90 PSI only keeps up with brad nailers, staplers and tire top ups
  • The 1 gallon tank empties fast with a blow gun
  • One year warranty is short

How it scores

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Specifications

Model numberCAT-1P1060S
Air
Airflow at 90 PSI1.2 CFM
Airflow at 40 PSI1.6 CFM
Max pressure120 PSI
Tank1 gal
Duty cycle70%
Pump and motor
PowerCorded electric
Motor0.6 hp, 120 V
Running amps4.5 A
Oil-free pumpYes
Build
StyleHotdog
Noise56 dB(A)
Weight29 lb
Warranty1 year

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