Model: D-5,5-500
JBS piston air compressors combine 4 kW / 5.5 HP motor power, 7 bar working pressure, 649 L/min intake capacity and 500 L receiver options for garages, tyre shops and workshops. Designed for intermittent compressed-air demand, they provide a practical, durable and cost-effective solution for pneumatic tools, servicing tasks and reliable everyday professional operation.
A commercial workshop does not necessarily need a rotary screw compressor simply because several pneumatic tools are installed.
Where air demand rises for an impact wrench, tyre inflator or blow gun and then falls again, a reciprocating air compressor can provide a straightforward solution without designing the system around continuous-duty production.
JBS compressor options are available within the Industrial Air Compressors range.
UK buyers commonly compare compressors by HP, receiver capacity and quoted airflow.
For a professional workshop air compressor, these values need to be considered together.
A larger receiver stores more compressed air and can help absorb short demand peaks, but it does not increase the amount of air generated by the compressor pump.
Where available, buyers should therefore compare usable Free Air Delivery at the pressure required by their tools rather than relying only on motor horsepower or tank size.
A piston air compressor is particularly relevant where compressed air is required periodically rather than continuously.
Typical applications include:
Automotive servicing
Tyre fitting
Blow-off cleaning
Pneumatic impact tools
Maintenance workshops
Spray applications with appropriate air treatment
For vehicle-care operations, see how compressed air fits alongside other equipment in Car Wash Businesses.
The JBS D-5.5-500 Piston Air Compressor combines a 500-litre receiver with a 4 kW / 5.5 HP motor, 7 bar working pressure and 649 L/min quoted intake capacity.
This makes it a relevant configuration for workshops requiring stored-air capacity for periodic pneumatic demand.
Intake capacity should not be treated as identical to usable air delivery at the tool, so the complete system should be sized around actual consumption.
A garage air compressor serving tools periodically has a very different operating profile from a compressor feeding machinery throughout an entire shift.
Where multiple users require compressed air continuously, or production equipment creates a stable base load, rotary screw technology should also be evaluated.
The decision should therefore start with operating profile, required pressure and combined airflow rather than compressor type alone.
| Model | D 5.5-500 |
|---|---|
| Working Pressure | 7 Bar |
| Intake Capacity (L/min) | 649 |
| Motor (kW/HP) | 4 / 5.5 |
| Connections | 2 x G¼’’ + 1 x G¾” |
| Dimensions (mm) | Width 640 - Length 1915 - Height 1260 |
| Weight | 264 kg |
| Receiver Capacity | 500 |
Applications
Commercial car wash businesses need pressure washers, foam systems and supporting equipment sized for daily vehicle throughput, ensuring fast, consistent, efficient and reliable cleaning operations.
Petrol stations use pressure washers and cleaning equipment for vehicle wash areas, forecourts and outdoor surfaces, supporting fast, efficient, consistent cleaning across high-traffic commercial environments daily.
Vehicle detailing centres use pressure washers, foam systems and professional equipment to deliver controlled, consistent, efficient and high-quality cleaning across paintwork, wheels, interiors and exterior surfaces.
Recommended Use
This product is suitable for car wash businesses, service centers, fleet cleaning teams and companies seeking efficient professional cleaning equipment.
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Product FAQ
To choose the right air compressor, total air demand, required pressure level, simultaneously operating equipment, tank capacity and daily working time should be evaluated together. This helps determine the most suitable compressor capacity for the business.
It may be suitable for service centers, workshops, and small businesses with intermittent compressed-air demand.
It should be considered for businesses with regular, long-duration, and high compressed-air demand.
It generally receives air from an existing compressed-air source and increases the inlet pressure.
They differ in operating duration, capacity, operating cycle, and investment structure, so the choice should be based on the business's needs.
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