Industrial Air Compressors
Multi-brand supply for reciprocating, screw, and oil-free compressors from 5 to 500 CFM. Our primary partnership is Kirloskar Pneumatic; we also source Atlas Copco, Ingersoll Rand, and ELGI for specific application fits.
Indicative pricing Rs 25,000 - 50 lakh across types and capacities. Energy efficiency guidance + oil-free vs oil-injected decision matrix below.
Indicative Compressor Pricing by CFM & Type
Indicative new compressor prices across the CFM range and types we supply. Pricing varies by brand tier (premium Atlas Copco vs mid Kirloskar/IR vs cost Indian OEMs) and accessories (VFD, refrigerant dryer, receiver tank, line filter set).
| CFM Range (HP) | Type | Indicative Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5 - 15 CFM (1-3 HP) | Reciprocating | Rs 25,000 - 1.5 lakh |
| 15 - 30 CFM (5-10 HP) | Reciprocating / Small Screw | Rs 70,000 - 3 lakh |
| 30 - 100 CFM (15-30 HP) | Screw | Rs 2 - 7 lakh |
| 100 - 300 CFM (30-75 HP) | Screw (oil-injected) | Rs 5 - 22 lakh |
| 300 - 500+ CFM (100-150 HP) | Screw (large industrial) | Rs 18 - 50 lakh |
| 50 - 200 CFM (Oil-Free) | Oil-Free Screw | Rs 5 - 30 lakh |
Pricing reflects new compressor market quotes in 2024-26. Add 8-15% for full accessory package (refrigerant dryer + receiver tank + line filters + auto drain). Final quote depends on brand selection, working pressure spec (7/10/14 bar), and VFD inclusion.
Brand Recommendation - Multi-Brand Supply
Authorized Kirloskar Pneumatic dealer plus select supply across international brands. Recommendation is based on your application fit, not what we have in stock.
Kirloskar Pneumatic (KPCL)
Authorized Dealer
Our primary partnership. Strong build, good after-sales network, broad CFM coverage. Best price-performance in 50-300 CFM range. See full Kirloskar Pneumatic lineup on dedicated brand page.
See full Kirloskar lineupAtlas Copco
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International premium. Best-in-class energy efficiency (lowest kW/CFM ratings). Strong choice for high-runtime operators where energy bill dominates TCO.
Ingersoll Rand
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Established global brand. Reliable for continuous-duty industrial. Good service network in Indian metros. Often specified by multinational facilities.
ELGI
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Strong Indian-OEM alternative. Often best value in 100-500 CFM range. Particularly strong in oil-free range for pharma/food sites.
Reciprocating vs Screw vs Oil-Free - Which Type?
Three compressor types. Each has a clear best-fit profile. Picking wrong means overpaying upfront or overpaying running costs.
Reciprocating (piston)
Best for
Intermittent use (under 50% duty cycle), small CFM (under 30), tight budget
Pros
- Lowest upfront cost
- Simple design - easy to repair locally
- Compact for small workshops
Trade-offs
- !Noisy (85-95 dB)
- !Higher vibration
- !Not for continuous duty
- !Oil carryover in output air
Screw (oil-injected)
Best for
Continuous use (above 70% duty), 30-500 CFM, factory/industrial settings
Pros
- Quiet operation (65-78 dB)
- Continuous duty rating
- Energy efficient at sized load
- Low vibration
Trade-offs
- !Higher upfront cost
- !Oil-mist in output (needs filter for sensitive applications)
- !More complex maintenance
Screw (oil-free)
Best for
Pharma, food/beverage, lab, electronics, medical - any application where oil contamination is unacceptable
Pros
- Zero oil in output (ISO 8573-1 Class 0)
- Compliance with GMP/HACCP
- Lower long-term filter replacement
Trade-offs
- !30-50% premium over oil-injected
- !Energy-equivalent at sized load only
- !Specialized service required
Energy Efficiency - The TCO Story Most Buyers Miss
Compressor energy bills typically dwarf upfront cost over 5-10 years. A 100 CFM compressor running 2 shifts/day consumes Rs 8-15 lakh of electricity per year. Premium efficiency saves 20-30% of that bill.
| Efficiency Class | kW input per 100 CFM @ 7 bar |
|---|---|
| Premium efficiency (best-in-class) | 16-18 kW |
| Standard efficiency | 19-22 kW |
| Cost efficiency | 23-27 kW |
Example: 100 CFM @ 16 shift hours/day @ Rs 8/kWh electricity rate. Premium efficiency (17 kW): Rs 7.9 lakh/year. Standard (20 kW): Rs 9.3 lakh/year. Cost tier (25 kW): Rs 11.7 lakh/year. Premium tier saves Rs 1.4-3.8 lakh/year vs lesser tiers - upfront premium often recovered in 12-24 months. Use our DG Running Cost Calculator as a starting point for your TCO modeling.
Sizing by Industry
Starting-point CFM recommendations by industry. Final sizing needs site survey + tool/process audit.
Manufacturing (general)
30 - 200 CFM
Pneumatic tools + assembly + light packaging. Screw type recommended for continuous shift operation.
Automotive workshop
10 - 50 CFM
Tire-changer + paint gun + impact wrench. Reciprocating works for small shops; screw for multi-bay.
Pharma / Food / Lab
30 - 200 CFM (Oil-Free)
Oil-free mandatory. GMP/HACCP compliance. Premium over oil-injected justified by audit + product safety.
Textile / Garment
50 - 300 CFM
Cleaning + tensioning + air-jet looms. Continuous duty. Energy efficiency critical (compressor often #2 electricity user after motors).
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