California Air Tools 20040C
#9 in StationaryFull review
For a home shop with 240 V that wants real air tool airflow without the noise of a belt drive compressor.
California Air Tools $1,150$1,150
The California Air Tools 20040C and the Rolair 8230HK30 are evenly matched, rated 3.0 and 3.0. The California Air Tools 20040C leads on value. The Rolair 8230HK30 wins on airflow. The California Air Tools 20040C costs $1,601 less ($1,150 vs $2,751).
Rolair 8230HK30
#10 in StationaryFull review
A jobsite gas compressor for crews that need high airflow away from the grid.
Amazon $2,751$2,751
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the California Air Tools 20040C for value ($108.49 per CFM at 90 PSI ($1,150, 10.6 CFM) vs $136.87 per CFM at 90 PSI ($2,751, 20.1 CFM)).
- Choose the Rolair 8230HK30 for airflow (20.1 CFM at 90 PSI vs 10.6 CFM at 90 PSI).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every stationary air compressor; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | California Air Tools 20040C | Rolair 8230HK30 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 51 $108.49 per CFM at 90 PSI ($1,150, 10.6 CFM) | 32 $136.87 per CFM at 90 PSI ($2,751, 20.1 CFM) |
| Airflow 25% | 84 10.6 CFM at 90 PSI | 100 20.1 CFM at 90 PSI |
| Tank 10% | 20 20 gal tank | 20 20 gal tank |
| Noise 15% | 40 75 dB(A) | 50 noise level not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 20% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| California Air Tools 20040C | Rolair 8230HK30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Air | ||
| Airflow at 90 PSI | 10.6 CFM | 20.1 CFM |
| Airflow at 40 PSI | 12.8 CFM | - |
| Max pressure | 125 PSI | - |
| Tank | 20 gal | 20 gal |
| Duty cycle | 70% | - |
| Pump and motor | ||
| Power | Corded electric | Gas |
| Motor | 4 hp, 240 V | 9 hp |
| Running amps | 14 A | - |
| Stages | 1 | 1 |
| Oil-free pump | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Style | Horizontal | Wheelbarrow |
| Noise | 75 dB(A) | - |
| Weight | 148 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |