A serious two stage shop compressor for heavy daily air tool use on single phase power.
Amazon $2,015.99The Ingersoll Rand 2340L5-V is the better air compressor overall, rated 3.6 to 3.2. The CALAIR 60037BD wins on value. The CALAIR 60037BD costs $715.99 less ($1,300 vs $2,015.99).
A conventional 60 gallon belt drive shop compressor for someone running air hungry tools for long stretches.
California Air Tools $1,300Prices 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 CALAIR 60037BD for value ($113.04 per CFM at 90 PSI ($1,300, 11.5 CFM) vs $140.98 per CFM at 90 PSI ($2,015.99, 14.3 CFM)).
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 | Ingersoll Rand 2340L5-V | CALAIR 60037BD |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 29 $140.98 per CFM at 90 PSI ($2,015.99, 14.3 CFM) | 47 $113.04 per CFM at 90 PSI ($1,300, 11.5 CFM) |
| Airflow 25% | 100 14.3 CFM at 90 PSI | 94 11.5 CFM at 90 PSI |
| Tank 10% | 100 60 gal tank | 100 60 gal tank |
| Noise 15% | 50 noise level not published (neutral score used) | 0 90 dB(A) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Ingersoll Rand 2340L5-V | CALAIR 60037BD | |
|---|---|---|
| Air | ||
| Airflow at 90 PSI | 14.3 CFM | 11.5 CFM |
| Airflow at 40 PSI | - | 13.6 CFM |
| Max pressure | 175 PSI | 180 PSI |
| Tank | 60 gal | 60 gal |
| Duty cycle | 100% | - |
| Pump and motor | ||
| Power | Corded electric | Corded electric |
| Motor | 5 hp, 240 V | 3.7 hp, 240 V |
| Running amps | - | 16.7 A |
| Stages | 2 | 1 |
| Oil-free pump | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Style | Vertical | Vertical |
| Noise | - | 90 dB(A) |
| Weight | 435 lb | 265 lb |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |
