California Air Tools 20020
#15 in StationaryFull review
A quiet, plug in 20 gallon compressor for a home garage that runs nailers and inflates tires without filling the house with noise.
Amazon $496$496
2.6/5
A light, inexpensive 15 gallon compressor for home nailing and tire filling.
- 4 CFM at 90 PSIAirflow
- 15 galTank
- 1 yearWarranty
Check price at Amazon$324.99
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- 225 PSI packs more air into the 15 gallon tank than most compressors this size
- At 69 lb it is light for a 15 gallon unit
- Oil free pump on a standard 120 V outlet
Cons
- 4 CFM limits it to nailers, inflation and blow guns
- Only a 1 year warranty
- No published noise rating
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | C151CH |
|---|---|
| Air | |
| Airflow at 90 PSI | 4 CFM |
| Airflow at 40 PSI | 5.2 CFM |
| Max pressure | 225 PSI |
| Tank | 15 gal |
| Pump and motor | |
| Power | Corded electric |
| Motor | 1.3 hp, 120 V |
| Running amps | 15 A |
| Stages | 1 |
| Oil-free pump | Yes |
| Build | |
| Style | Vertical |
| Weight | 69 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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