As part of an ongoing strategic alliance with tool giant Snap-On, the VETTE Magazine tech center recently took delivery of a new BRA7180VEM air compressor.

An economical alternative to the company's popular BRA7180V, this unit heavy-duty, 7hp unit boasts the following features:

•Industrial grade Baldormotor with two cooling fans-Runs cooler, lasts longer and less energy used

•ASME powder coated tanks with two outlets-Built to industry standards-Powder coat is resilient to rust and fading -looks good-Versatile hook ups

•Powder coated steel and extruded steel belt guard-Strength, durability, resists rust and fading –looks good

•Stable tank base-Circular base support with four legs for added stability

•Vibration pads included-Vibration pads mount between the four legs and the floor-Helps reduce vibration or floor walk –no need to bolt compressor tofloor as do competitors

•Performance-23.5 SCFM @ 175psi (same as BRA7180V)

•Quiet-72Db @ 6’(same as BRA7180V)

•Versatility-208/230V Single phase –Some shops have low voltage requiring a special compressor from our competition. Snap-on has the ability to special-build 208/230V three-phase or 460V compressors.