Skip to main content

Garage · Shop Tools

Air Compressor

Air Compressor — 2D floor-plan symbol — RoomSketch3D home design app
2D floor-plan symbol
Air Compressor — 3D model preview — RoomSketch3D room planner app
3D model preview
Width 20″Depth 20″Height 48″Shape rectangle

Overview

An upright air compressor stores pressurized air in a vertical tank to run air tools, inflate tires, and power spray guns. It is a core utility in a working garage and shines parked in a corner where a hose can reach every bay.

Sizing & placement

It takes a compact 20 by 20 inch footprint and stands 48 inches (4 feet) tall. Compressors are loud and give off heat, so set it near an outlet with a little air space around it and keep the drain valve reachable.

Where it works

Garages, home workshops, and auto bays; any setup that runs air tools.

Specifications

Width20 in
Depth20 in
Height48 in
Shaperectangle
Size classstandard
Room typesgarage
Default color#B8322A

Configurable options

Frequently asked questions

How big is the air compressor?
It is 20 inches wide, 20 inches deep, and 48 inches tall.
Where should I put it in the garage?
A corner near an outlet works well. Leave a little room around it for airflow and for reaching the drain valve, and run a hose to where you work.

More shop tools

Related guides

Place the Air Compressor in your own floor plan

Open RoomSketch3D

Included with RoomSketch3D — $19.99 one-time purchase, the full catalog included. No subscription.