Ironton Oil-Free Pancake Air Compressor 3 Gallon
- Tank Volume: 3 gallons
- Capacity: 3 gallons
- Maximum Pressure: 110
- Maximum Power: 0.3 hp
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A small-tank corded compressor built for occasional air needs around a home shop, not for running pneumatic tools all day.
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ASIN: B0DBZ3VX9DModel: 5820665Category: Air Compressors
Overview
The Ironton 5820665 is a 3 gallon corded electric air compressor weighing 20.6 pounds, sized for occasional shop and garage tasks rather than continuous production use.
Corded electric power means no battery to charge, trading portability for steady runtime once plugged in. The 3 gallon tank is compact, built for quick bursts of air rather than long, continuous tool use. At 20.6 pounds it is light enough to move around a garage without much effort.
- 3 gallon tank
- Corded electric power
- 20.6 pound weight
- Model 5820665
Who it's for
Suits DIYers and garage owners who need occasional air for tire inflation, blow guns or short nailing jobs. Running pneumatic tools all day is a different job for a different compressor.
Pros and cons
- Corded electric for steady, continuous runtime
- Compact 3 gallon tank saves space
- Manageable 20.6 pound weight
- Small tank limits sustained air use
- Needs a wall outlet nearby
- No CFM rating given to match tools
Performance notes
Being corded means output stays consistent as long as it is plugged in, unlike battery units that fade as charge drops. The 3 gallon tank recovers air quickly for stop-start tasks like inflating tires or firing a nail gun, but it will cycle on and off more often under sustained draw. No CFM figure is listed, so matching it to specific pneumatic tools takes some guesswork.
Specifications
| Brand | Ironton |
|---|---|
| Model | 5820665 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 20.6 poundslower than 69% of 27 air compressors |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Tank Volume | 3 gallonslower than 52% of 34 air compressors |
| Capacity | 3 gallonslower than 52% of 32 air compressors |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Maximum Power | 0.3 hplower than 84% of 32 air compressors |
| Maximum Horsepower | 0.33 hplower than 87% of 24 air compressors |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | (1) 3-gal. pancake air compressor |
| Other details | |
| Maximum Pressure | 110 |
| Additional Features | Portable |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Nailing |
| Style | Pancake |
Closest rivals on specs
ECOMAX 0210371B Pancake Air Compressor 3 Gallon- Maximum Power 0.3 vs 0.48 hp (-37%)
Craftsman CMXECXA0200243 Hot Dog Air Compressor 2 Gallon- Capacity 3 vs 2 gallons (+50%)
- Tank Volume 3 vs 2 gallons (+50%)
- Item Weight 20.6 vs 18 pounds (+14%)
CRAFTSMAN CMXECXA0200244A Air Compressor Kit 2 Gallon- Capacity 3 vs 2 gallons (+50%)
- Tank Volume 3 vs 2 gallons (+50%)
- Item Weight 20.6 vs 24.49 pounds (-16%)
Frequently asked questions
What power source does the Ironton 5820665 use?
Corded electric, so it plugs into a wall outlet rather than running on a battery.
How large is the tank?
3 gallons.
How much does it weigh?
20.6 pounds.