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Step up your onboard air game with the dynamic duo of compressors, the Viair 280C Black and Silver dual-pack! One 280C is all you need for tanks up to 2.5 gallons, but why settle when you can power tanks up to 5-gallons with two? Fill your tank lightning fast, recharging a 2-gallon tank from 110-145 PSI in just 29 seconds and a 5-gallon tank in 1 minute and 11 seconds. And the best part? The Viair 280C only pulls 45 amps from your battery. Ideal for air suspension systems and powering HornBlasters train horns!
This compressor does come with the option to add our 40 Amp Air Compressor Wiring Kit to it as well!
Note: Use thread sealant for proper installation. Thread tape is not recommended. Properly sealed, recommended torque for 1/8″ is 10 ~ 11 ft. lbs. Recommended torque for 1/4″ and 3/8″ is 12 ~ 15 ft. lbs.
| PSI | CFM | A | BAR | LPM | A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2.96 | 21 | 0 | 84.0 | 21 |
| 10 | 2.78 | 24 | 1.0 | 75.5 | 25 |
| 20 | 2.58 | 26 | 2.0 | 69.0 | 28 |
| 30 | 2.38 | 28 | 3.0 | 62.5 | 30 |
| 40 | 2.27 | 29 | 4.0 | 56.5 | 31 |
| 50 | 2.13 | 31 | 5.0 | 51.5 | 32 |
| 60 | 1.97 | 31 | 6.0 | 47.0 | 32 |
| 70 | 1.88 | 32 | 7.0 | 43.5 | 32 |
| 80 | 1.74 | 32 | 8.0 | 39.5 | 32 |
| 90 | 1.62 | 32 | 9.0 | 36.0 | 32 |
| 100 | 1.56 | 32 | 10.0 | 33.5 | 32 |
| 110 | 1.46 | 32 | |||
| 120 | 1.37 | 32 | |||
| 130 | 1.29 | 32 | |||
| 140 | 1.23 | 32 | |||
| 150 | 1.16 | 32 |
* Supply Voltage: 13.8 Volts
| 2.0 GALLON TANK | FILL RATE |
|---|---|
| 0 to 145 PSI | 1 min. 34 sec. (± 10 sec.) |
| 110 to 145 PSI | 29 sec. (± 05 sec.) |
| 2.5 GALLON TANK | FILL RATE |
| 0 to 145 PSI | 1 min. 44 sec. (± 10 sec.) |
| 110 to 145 PSI | 31 sec. (± 05 sec.) |
| 5.0 GALLON TANK | FILL RATE |
| 0 to 145 PSI | 3 min. 54 sec. (± 15 sec.) |
| 110 to 145 PSI | 1 min. 11 sec. (± 10 sec.) |
* Supply Voltage: 13.8 Volts
| Part Number | DC-280 |
| Manufacturers Part Number | 28002 |
| Voltage | 12 Volts DC |
| Combined Max Amperage | 32 Amps |
| Maximum Duty Cycle | 30% @ 100 PSI |
| Maximum Pressure | 150 PSI |
| CFM @ 0 PSI | 2.96 CFM |
| CFM @ 100 PSI | 1.56 CFM |
| Length | 7.8″ (198.12 mm) |
| Width | 3.95″ (100.33 mm) |
| Height | 6.35″ (161.29 mm) |
| Weight | 6.60 lb (2.99 Kg) |
This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
If you’re new to horns or horn kits, our First-Time Buyer’s Guide is a great place to learn what to expect, how to install your kit, and how to choose the right setup. Our Install Gallery is also a great resource for getting inspiration for your application.
