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Tell us about your job and budget. We’ll send you a personalised comparison of suitable compressors across the CoolBlast range.
✔ Right specification – matched to your application, airflow and pressure.
✔ Warranties and availability – compare cover and delivery lead times.
✔ Your preferred setup – towable or skid-mounted, with aftercoolers and moisture separators where needed.
✔ Expert recommendation – advice on which option offers the best value for your requirements.
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Popular Compressors For Sandblasting
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Reliable, compact and efficient — engineered to power blasting and on-site air needs
Power Rating: ⭐⭐⭐
Compact, efficient, and Stage V compliant – the Avelair AP3000 is a robust portable compressor designed for reliable performance in sand blasting, dry ice blasting, construction, and on-site air power applications. Powered by a fuel-efficient Kubota D1105 diesel engine, it delivers up to 105 cfm and up to 10 bar with progressive air regulation for precise control.
This model is supplied with a braked axle for safe towing and mobility, plus a factory-fitted aftercooler and cyclonic water separator. Together, these features ensure cleaner, drier air supply – essential for blasting applications – while also extending tool and equipment life.
Built with a soundproofed steel enclosure, low fuel consumption, and comprehensive safety monitoring, the AP3000 combines portability with industrial-grade performance.
Flow Rate:
105 CFM @ 7 bar
88 CFM @ 8.5 bar
75 CFM @ 10 bar
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Powerful, efficient and built for demanding applications — the air power you need, when you need it.
Power Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Applied PDC175 is a high-output portable diesel air compressor delivering 175 cfm at 7 bar, making it the ideal choice for contractors and industrial users who require reliable compressed air for heavy-duty applications. Powered by a robust 4-cylinder Perkins diesel engine and precision-engineered Opti airend, it offers outstanding performance with fuel efficiency and low running costs.
Mounted on a durable Knott galvanised trailer chassis and protected by a strong steel enclosure, the PDC175 is engineered to perform in tough site conditions. Its built-in aftercooler with automatic condensate drain ensures clean, moisture-free air supply, making it especially well-suited for sand blasting, shot blasting, dustless blasting, and dry ice blasting applications.
Flow Rate:
175 CFM @ 7 bar
145 CFM @ 10 bar
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Compact, efficient airflow for industrial and contractor use
Power Rating: ⭐⭐⭐
The Rotair MDVN 30 Eco5 is a lightweight, fuel-efficient Stage V diesel compressor designed for contractors, maintenance teams and facilities needing reliable mid-range airflow. Delivering up to 104 CFM at 7 bar, it's ideal for small to medium pneumatic tools, light blasting, construction work, utilities, fibre installation and general site tasks.
Easy to tow, simple to maintain and built with Rotair’s proven intelligent controls, the MDVN 30 is a tough, economical choice for everyday site operations.
Flow Rate:
104 CFM @ 7 bar
67 CFM @ 10 bar
49 CFM @ 12 bar
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High-capacity Kubota diesel compressor built for the big jobs
Power Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
For operators who need serious air power, the MDVN 83 Eco5 delivers a massive 283 CFM at pressures up to 12 bar. With a 4-cylinder Kohler Stage V engine at its core, this compressor is designed for large-scale abrasive blasting, fibre optic cable blowing, and heavy industrial site work. Multiple air outlets allow flexible connection of different tools, while the fuel-saving pneumatic control system and large 140-litre tank provide excellent efficiency on long shifts. Rugged, reliable, and built to perform, the MDVN 83 is a workhorse for the most demanding applications.
Flow Rate:
283 CFM @ 7 bar
226 CFM @ 10 bar
198 CFM @ 12 bar
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Powerful, high-capacity and built for serious demand - industrial air power without compromise.
Power Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Applied 268 is a heavy-duty mobile diesel air compressor delivering up to 268 cfm at 7–14 bar, making it ideal for contractors and industrial users who need a consistent, high-volume air supply for demanding applications. Powered by a reliable 4-cylinder Hatz diesel engine, it delivers dependable performance with excellent efficiency and long service life.
Built for tough site conditions, the Applied 268 features a robust steel enclosure and trailer-mounted design for easy transport and durability on site. A standard integrated air dryer ensures a clean, moisture-free air supply, making it perfectly suited to abrasive blasting, dustless blasting, dry ice blasting, cabinet systems, and high-air-demand tooling.
With multiple outlets — 2 × ¾” and 1 × 1½” — the compressor offers excellent flexibility, allowing multiple tools or blasting systems to run simultaneously. Designed to integrate seamlessly with Applied blasting equipment, the 268 delivers outstanding versatility across a wide range of industrial applications.
Flow Rate:
268 CFM @ 7 bar
229 CFM @ 10 bar
194 CFM @ 14 bar
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Reliable, compact and efficient — engineered to power blasting and industrial applications.
Power Rating: ⭐⭐⭐
The Applied PDC105 is a portable diesel air compressor designed to deliver dependable performance in the toughest environments. Built with a highly reliable Perkins 3-cylinder engine and the precision-engineered Opti airend, it combines fuel efficiency, durability and low running costs in a compact unit.
Mounted on a Knott galvanised trailer chassis, the PDC105 is easy to move and built to last. With a flow rate of 105 cfm at 7 bar, it is the perfect match for applications such as sand blasting, shot blasting, dustless blasting, dry ice blasting, pneumatic tools and spray painting.
Flow Rate:
105 CFM @ 7 bar
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High-performance, low-emission air power for demanding industrial work
Power Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Rotair MDVN 53 Eco5 is built for contractors, plant managers and industrial teams who need reliable, consistent airflow on tough jobs. Delivering up to 177 CFM at 7 bar, it’s ideal for sandblasting, powering pneumatic tools, utilities work, surface preparation, fibre installation and more — all while meeting strict EU Stage V diesel emission standards.
Designed with Rotair’s signature intelligent controls, rugged galvanised bodywork and fuel-efficient Kohler Stage V engine, the MDVN 53 Eco5 is engineered to keep downtime low and performance high.
The MDVN 53 Eco5 sits in the sweet spot for industrial users — more airflow than the MDVN 46 but lighter and more compact than the MDVS 83. The Kohler Stage V engine gives strong low-end torque and reduced emissions, while the intelligent control system keeps fuel use efficient throughout the job.
For sandblasting contractors, utilities teams and maintenance crews needing a dependable mid-range towable compressor, the MDVN 53 Eco5 is a proven workhorse.
Flow Rate:
177 CFM @ 7 bar
175 CFM @ 10 bar
132 CFM @ 12 bar
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Mid-range Stage V diesel power for heavy duty applications
Power Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The MDVN 46 Eco5 strikes the perfect balance between size and performance. Powered by a Kohler turbocharged Stage V diesel engine, it delivers up to 159 CFM at 7 bar — more than enough for abrasive blasting rigs, multiple pneumatic tools, or continuous site operation. A direct drive system ensures durability and fuel efficiency, while oversized filters and radiators guarantee reliable cooling even in extreme conditions. Compact enough to be towed with ease, but tough enough for industrial work, this is a true all-rounder in the Rotair line-up.
Flow Rate:
159 CFM @ 7 bar
129 CFM @ 10 bar
125 CFM @ 12 bar
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Vortex Ice Labs chose CoolBlast to supply a Rotair MDVN 53, delivering 175 CFM, complete with integrated aftercooler for exceptionally dry compressed air.
Vortex Ice Labs - August 2026
AIR COMPRESSORS BUILT FOR SANDBLASTING
Sandblasting needs a reliable, continuous supply of compressed air. Choosing a compressor with insufficient CFM can reduce blasting performance, while buying more capacity than you need can add unnecessary cost.
At CoolBlast, we specialise in matching portable air compressors to blasting equipment.
Tell us your nozzle size, required blasting pressure and application, and we'll help you choose the right compressor.
Whether you're running a small blast pot or a high-output professional blasting system, we can supply compressors from approximately 40 CFM to over 400 CFM.
HOW MUCH CFM DO I NEED FOR SANDBLASTING?
Your compressor needs to provide enough CFM at your actual blasting pressure to continuously supply the nozzle.
The bigger the nozzle, the greater the air requirement.
A compressor that is too small can result in pressure dropping during blasting, reducing cleaning speed and overall performance.
When choosing your compressor, we look at:
Blast nozzle diameter
Required blasting pressure
Blast pot
Abrasive/media being used
Hose length
Required productivity
Whether moisture control is required
Not sure what you need?
Send us the details of your blasting equipment and we'll recommend suitable compressors.
WHY BUY YOUR SANDBLASTING COMPRESSOR FROM COOLBLAST?
We're not simply selling you a compressor.
Because CoolBlast supplies both blasting equipment and compressors, we understand how the two work together.
We'll help you select a compressor based on the airflow your blasting equipment actually requires rather than simply recommending the biggest machine available.
Specialist Blasting Knowledge
Advice based on your blast pot, nozzle and application.
Multiple Compressor Manufacturers
We aren't tied to one compressor brand, allowing us to recommend the machine that best suits your requirements.
Correct Compressor Sizing
We'll calculate the CFM and pressure required for your blasting setup.
UK Support
Support before and after purchasing your compressor.
Finance Available
Spread the cost of your compressor or complete blasting package.
