FS-Curtis NXB08 – 10 HP Fixed Speed Rotary Screw Air Compressor – Base Mounted
Short Description
The FS-Curtis NXB08 10 HP Fixed Speed Rotary Screw Air Compressor delivers up to 44.6 CFM at 100 PSI in a compact, quiet, continuous-duty package. Available in 100, 125, 150, and 175 PSI configurations, the NXB08 is an excellent choice for automotive, manufacturing, fabrication, machine shop, and light industrial applications requiring dependable compressed air throughout the workday.
The base-mounted configuration places the complete compressor package on a heavy-duty steel base, allowing it to be connected to an existing or separately sized air receiver.
Full Product Description
The FS-Curtis NXB08 10 HP Fixed Speed Rotary Screw Air Compressor combines dependable continuous-duty performance, quiet operation, and a compact footprint for businesses that rely on compressed air every day.
The NXB08 uses an oil-flooded, single-stage helical twin-screw airend powered by a NEMA Premium Efficiency TEFC motor. A V-belt drive with OSHA-compliant guarding transfers power to the airend, while an air-cooled design with centrifugal cooling helps manage operating temperature.
With airflow ranging from 33.4 to 44.6 CFM, depending on selected operating pressure, the NXB08 can be configured around the actual PSI requirements of your equipment instead of forcing every application into the same compressor configuration. FS-Curtis publishes performance of 44.6 CFM at 100 PSI, 41.6 CFM at 125 PSI, 36.9 CFM at 150 PSI, and 33.4 CFM at 175 PSI.
Unlike a traditional reciprocating compressor, the NX Series is engineered for 100% continuous-duty operation, providing smooth, pulsation-free airflow for applications with sustained compressed air demand.
Select Your NXB08 Configuration
Operating Pressure / Airflow
- 45 CFM @ 100 PSI
- 42 CFM @ 125 PSI
- 37 CFM @ 150 PSI
- 33 CFM @ 175 PSI
Voltage
- Tri-Voltage – 208 / 230 / 460V, 3 Phase, 60 Hz
Controller
- iCommand Basic – Standard
- iCommand-Touch+ – Optional Advanced Controller
The iCommand-Touch platform adds touchscreen operation along with pressure, temperature, compressor usage, maintenance tracking, historical data, trending, and graphing capabilities.
Key Features & Benefits
10 HP Fixed-Speed Rotary Screw Design
Built for applications with consistent compressed air demand where the simplicity and reliability of a fixed-speed compressor make sense.
Up to 44.6 CFM
Provides strong airflow for automotive shops, manufacturing equipment, CNC machinery, fabrication operations, pneumatic tools, and other commercial and industrial applications.
Four Available Operating Pressures
Choose 100, 125, 150, or 175 PSI based on the actual requirements of your equipment.
NEMA Premium Efficiency TEFC Motor
The enclosed IP55 TEFC motor helps protect the motor from airborne contaminants commonly found in industrial environments.
Encapsulated Helical Twin-Screw Airend
FS-Curtis utilizes a rotary screw airend engineered to provide smooth, efficient, continuous compressed air delivery.
V-Belt Drive
A proven V-belt drivetrain provides dependable power transmission and incorporates an OSHA-compliant belt guard.
Quiet Enclosed Package
Sound-insulated removable panels help reduce operating noise while providing convenient access for maintenance.
Advanced Cooling
The air-cooled package uses centrifugal airflow and thermal management to remove compressor-generated heat and protect critical components.
Long-Life Synthetic Lubricant
The NXB Series uses full synthetic lubricant with an 8,000-hour recommended change interval under applicable operating and maintenance conditions.
Service-Friendly Filtration
- Spin-on air/oil separator: 4,000-hour change interval
- Spin-on oil filter: 2,000-hour change interval
- Heavy-duty air filter: 2,000-hour change interval
Base-Mounted Flexibility
The compressor package is mounted on a steel base rather than an air receiver, allowing you to use an existing receiver or select a tank specifically sized for your compressed air system.
Benefits
Built for Continuous Air Demand
The NXB08 is a significant step up for operations that have outgrown a reciprocating compressor. The rotary screw design is engineered for extended run times and continuous-duty applications.
Match the Compressor to Your Required PSI
Higher pressure is not automatically better. Selecting the NXB08 at the pressure your equipment actually requires allows you to get the appropriate airflow and avoid unnecessarily compressing air to a higher pressure.
Quieter Working Environment
FS-Curtis engineered the NX Series with sound insulation and an enclosed package. Published data lists the NXB08 at approximately 60 dBA, making it well suited for installations where compressor noise matters.
Easy Routine Maintenance
Removable enclosure panels, spin-on filtration components, long-life lubricant, and clearly defined service intervals help simplify routine compressor maintenance.
Build the System Your Way
Because this is a base-mounted compressor, you are not locked into a factory-mounted receiver. Pair it with an appropriately sized vertical or horizontal air tank, refrigerated dryer, filtration, and drains based on your application.
Best For
The FS-Curtis NXB08 is well suited for:
- Automotive repair facilities
- Collision and body shops
- Tire shops
- CNC machines
- Machine shops
- Fabrication facilities
- Manufacturing
- Woodworking shops
- Maintenance departments
- Production equipment
- Pneumatic tools
- Industrial facilities with sustained compressed air demand
Technical Specifications
| Specification | FS-Curtis NXB08 |
|---|---|
| Compressor Type | Oil-Flooded Rotary Screw |
| Compression | Single Stage |
| Speed | Fixed Speed |
| Horsepower | 10 HP |
| Motor | NEMA Premium Efficiency TEFC, IP55 |
| Airend | Encapsulated Helical Twin Screw |
| Drive | V-Belt |
| Airflow @ 100 PSI | 44.6 CFM |
| Airflow @ 125 PSI | 41.6 CFM |
| Airflow @ 150 PSI | 36.9 CFM |
| Airflow @ 175 PSI | 33.4 CFM |
| Available Pressure | 100 / 125 / 150 / 175 PSI |
| Electrical | 208 / 230 / 460V, 3 Phase, 60 Hz |
| Cooling | Air-Cooled |
| Lubricant | Full Synthetic |
| Lubricant Change Interval | Up to 8,000 Hours |
| Air/Oil Separator | Spin-On |
| Air/Oil Separator Interval | Up to 4,000 Hours |
| Oil Filter | Spin-On |
| Oil Filter Interval | Up to 2,000 Hours |
| Air Filter | Heavy Duty |
| Air Filter Interval | Up to 2,000 Hours |
| Starter | NEMA 1 Wye-Delta |
| Standard Controller | iCommand Basic |
| Optional Controller | iCommand-Touch+ |
| Mounting | Base Mounted on Steel Base |
| Duty Cycle | 100% Continuous Duty |
Why Choose the FS-Curtis NXB08?
The NXB08 is an excellent choice when you need more compressed air than a traditional piston compressor comfortably supplies but do not need a larger 15 or 20 HP rotary screw.
You get:
- Up to 44.6 CFM
- 10 HP continuous-duty performance
- Four selectable pressure ranges
- Tri-voltage 208/230/460V three-phase electrical configuration
- Quiet enclosed operation
- Long maintenance intervals
- Premium-efficiency TEFC motor
- iCommand control system
- Flexible base-mounted installation
- Proven FS-Curtis NX Series design
FS-Curtis NXGEN Extended Warranty
Eligible FS-Curtis NX Series compressors are backed by the NXGEN Extended Warranty Program, which includes:
- 5-Year Major Components Warranty
- 10-Year Airend Warranty
To maintain NXGEN extended warranty eligibility, the compressor must be registered and maintained using FS-Curtis Genuine Parts and Lubricants according to the manufacturer's required maintenance schedule.
Why Buy from Compressed Air Advisors Online?
At Compressed Air Advisors Online, we specialize in compressed air equipment. We can help you select the correct compressor based on your actual CFM, PSI, voltage, duty cycle, air treatment, and application requirements.
Not sure whether you need the 100, 125, 150, or 175 PSI NXB08? Give us the equipment you are operating and your required pressure, and we'll help determine which configuration makes the most sense.
We can also help properly match your NXB08 with:
- Air receiver tanks
- Refrigerated air dryers
- Compressed air filters
- Automatic drains
- Oil/water separators
- Aluminum compressed air piping
- Preventive maintenance kits and lubricants
Frequently Asked Questions
How much CFM does the FS-Curtis NXB08 produce?
The NXB08 produces 44.6 CFM at 100 PSI, 41.6 CFM at 125 PSI, 36.9 CFM at 150 PSI, and 33.4 CFM at 175 PSI.
Is the FS-Curtis NXB08 continuous duty?
Yes. The FS-Curtis NX Series rotary screw compressors are designed for 100% continuous-duty operation.
Does the NXB08 come with an air tank?
No. This listing is for the base-mounted NXB08, which mounts the compressor package on a steel base. A separate air receiver can be added based on the requirements of your compressed air system.
What voltage is available on the NXB08?
The NXB08 is offered in a 208/230/460V tri-voltage, three-phase, 60 Hz configuration.
What pressures are available?
The NXB08 can be selected for 100, 125, 150, or 175 PSI operation.
What controller comes standard?
The FS-Curtis iCommand Basic controller is standard. The iCommand-Touch+ advanced controller is available as an option.
What is the difference between the iCommand Basic and iCommand-Touch+?
The Touch controller adds a touchscreen interface and expanded monitoring capabilities, including operating history, pressure and temperature monitoring, maintenance tracking, trending, and graphing.
Should I choose 100 PSI or a higher-pressure NXB08?
Choose the pressure configuration based on what your equipment actually requires. As operating pressure increases, available compressor airflow decreases. If your equipment only requires approximately 100 PSI, there is usually no advantage to selecting a 175 PSI compressor.
Is the NXB08 a good replacement for a reciprocating compressor?
It can be an excellent upgrade for applications with sustained air demand. A rotary screw compressor is particularly well suited for facilities where a piston compressor is running frequently or struggling to keep up with production demand.