Campbell Hausfeld XC802100 80 Gallon Two-Stage review
An 80-gallon, 5 HP two-stage with a cast-iron, oil-lubricated pump, 11.9 SCFM at 90 PSI and 175 PSI max. It's the lowest-cost 80-gallon from an established brand that we found.
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Full specifications
| Noise rating | Not published |
|---|---|
| Noise source | — |
| CFM at 90 PSI | 11.9 |
| CFM at 40 PSI | 12.2 |
| CFM at max pressure | 11.3 @ 175 PSI |
| Max PSI | 175 |
| Tank | 80 gal |
| Horsepower | 5 HP |
| Pump | Oil-lubricated |
| Stages | Two-stage |
| Power | 240V circuit |
| Duty cycle | — |
| Weight | — |
| Price band | $600–$1,500 (checked October 18, 2026) |
A dash means the manufacturer doesn't publish that figure. We never estimate one.
Our take
The XC802100 brings an 80-gallon ASME tank and a two-stage cast-iron pump to a lower price point. Campbell Hausfeld rates it at 12.2 SCFM at 40 PSI, 11.9 SCFM at 90 PSI and 11.3 SCFM at its 175 PSI maximum.
The extra tank volume over a 60-gallon unit means longer tool runs between cycles. CFM is similar to 5 HP 60-gallon units, so the 80-gallon tank is a reserve, not a power upgrade.
Listings disagree on its weight (298 lb vs 410 lb) and no noise rating is published, so we leave both blank.
Pros
- Large 80-gallon ASME tank
- Two-stage cast-iron pump
- Lowest price of the 80-gallon units we list
Cons
- Lower CFM than 7.5 HP 80-gallon units
- No published noise rating
What it can run
With a 30% safety margin, 11.9 CFM at 90 PSI comfortably covers these tools from our list (nailers assumed at 30 shots a minute):
- Ingersoll Rand 231C 1/2" Impact Wrench (4.2 CFM average)
- Ingersoll Rand 2235TiMAX 1/2" Impact Wrench (6 CFM average)
- Ingersoll Rand 2135QXPA 1/2" Impact Wrench (5 CFM average)
- AEROPRO A398 1/2" Aluminum Impact Wrench (6.5 CFM average)
- Metabo HPT NT50AE2 18-Gauge Brad Nailer (0.025 cu ft per shot)
- Metabo HPT NR90AES1 Framing Nailer (0.09 cu ft per shot)
- Ingersoll Rand 170G 3/8" Air Ratchet (3 CFM average)
- Ingersoll Rand 3101G 1/4" Die Grinder (3 CFM average)
- Ingersoll Rand 119MAXK Air Hammer Kit (2.9 CFM average)
- AEROPRO R500 LVLP Spray Gun (3.9 CFM average)
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Best for: Most affordable 80-gallon two-stage.
Buy it if: you run air tools for long stretches in a shop; you run impact wrenches, ratchets or spray guns in bursts.
Skip it if: you need to work indoors or near people without hearing protection; you don't have, or can't install, a 240V circuit.
How it compares in its class
- Ranked #2 of 4 in 80 gallon.
- No published noise rating, unlike 1 of the 4 models in that list.
- 11.9 CFM at 90 PSI against a class median of 15.5 CFM, so below average airflow for the class.
- Price band $600–$1,500; see every spec side by side in the comparison table.
Ownership tips
- Drain the tank after each use (daily on a shop compressor) to stop rust from the inside.
- Check the oil level before use and change it on the schedule in the manual, using non-detergent compressor oil.
- Have an electrician install a dedicated 240V circuit sized to the motor, and anchor the tank on a level floor.
- Test the safety relief valve now and then by pulling its ring briefly, and never adjust or plug it.
General guidance; always follow the owner's manual. More in our maintenance checklist.
Campbell Hausfeld XC802100 80 Gallon Two-Stage: quick answers
How loud is the Campbell Hausfeld XC802100 80 Gallon Two-Stage?
The manufacturer doesn't publish a noise rating, so we can't place it on our decibel scale. Treat it as typical for its class.
What can the Campbell Hausfeld XC802100 80 Gallon Two-Stage run?
With a 30% safety margin it covers Ingersoll Rand 231C 1/2" Impact Wrench, Ingersoll Rand 2235TiMAX 1/2" Impact Wrench, Ingersoll Rand 2135QXPA 1/2" Impact Wrench, AEROPRO A398 1/2" Aluminum Impact Wrench, Metabo HPT NT50AE2 18-Gauge Brad Nailer, Metabo HPT NR90AES1 Framing Nailer, Ingersoll Rand 170G 3/8" Air Ratchet, Ingersoll Rand 3101G 1/4" Die Grinder, Ingersoll Rand 119MAXK Air Hammer Kit, AEROPRO R500 LVLP Spray Gun from our tool list, based on 11.9 CFM at 90 PSI.
Is the Campbell Hausfeld XC802100 80 Gallon Two-Stage oil-free?
No. It has an oil-lubricated pump, so check the oil level before use and change it on schedule.
What power does the Campbell Hausfeld XC802100 80 Gallon Two-Stage need?
It needs a dedicated 240V circuit. Have a licensed electrician size and install it to match the motor's nameplate.
Spec sources
Where each figure on this page comes from (checked October 18, 2026). We don't present manufacturer figures as our own measurements.
- aircompressorsdirect.com: CFM @ 90 PSI, CFM @ 40 PSI, CFM @ max PSI
- acmetools.com: max PSI
- Amazon product listing: tank, stages
- webstaurantstore.com: horsepower, pump type
Alternatives to consider
Ingersoll Rand 2475N7.5 Two-Stage
dB not published · 24.3 CFM @ 90 PSI · $1,500+
Heavy production air for busy shops
Quincy QT-7.5 80 Gallon Two-Stage
dB not published · 22.6 CFM @ 175 PSI · $1,500+
High-output 80-gallon rated at full pressure
Appears in: 80 gallon · Two-stage · Shop / heavy duty