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Direct Drive Compressors

Metro Sales are proud to stock a large range of direct drive air compressors both online and in our Surrey based air shop. Please give us a call on  01932 348777 if you require any help or assistance in purchasing the right direct drive compressor for your needs.
Grey PCL direct drive air compressor being used in a garage

Direct Drive Compressors by Tank Size

Browse our direct drive compressors below, these are listed in order of tank size. Our smaller compressors show first with the bigger models further down & on the next page.

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Image of the turquoise 6 litre Nuair compressor with a turquoise roll cage around the compressor. This features a black carry handle at the top.labelled image of the 6L Nuair roll cage compressor which points out carry frame, rubber feet and other features.
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Nuair Roll Cage Compressor | 6 Litre | 110V | 8 Bar | 1.5Hp

Original price was: £343.00.Current price is: £213.00. (inc.vat £255.60)
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Medic air compressor kit for cleaning
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Medic Air – Air Compressor for Cleaning & Sanitising

Original price was: £330.00.Current price is: £189.00. (inc.vat £226.80)
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Small air compressor from PCL, 9L black tank with direct drive motor on top and a handle for easy portability.side view of the 9L small air compressor from PCL with black tank and PCL logo on the side of the tank
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Small Air Compressor | Oil Free | 9 Litre | 8 Bar | PCL

Original price was: £259.00.Current price is: £142.50. (inc.vat £171.00)
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Fini genius wall mounted compressor with hose reel
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Wall Mounted Compressor with Hose Reel | Fini Genius | 1.5 Hp

Original price was: £281.00.Current price is: £172.00. (inc.vat £206.40)
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Fini genius pro wall mounted air compressor with 2L receiver and hoseSide view of the Fini Genius pro wall mounted compressor with 2L receiver
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Wall Mounted Air Compressor with 2L Receiver & Hose | Fini

Original price was: £382.00.Current price is: £197.00. (inc.vat £236.40)
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Product shot with white background of the Hyundai 8L air compressor with cream coloured tank and portable handle.A person using the Hyundai 8L air compressor to connect a tyre inflator to a car wheel.
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Hyundai 8L Air Compressor | Portable | 4CFM | 0.75HP

Original price was: £225.00.Current price is: £99.00. (inc.vat £118.80)
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Nuair 10L Silenced Oil Free Air Compressor with wheels and a handle for mobility
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Nuair 10L Silenced Oil Free Air Compressor | 7.1 CFM | 1.5 HP

Original price was: £391.00.Current price is: £251.00. (inc.vat £301.20)
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Fini Ciao compact 24l air compressor with wheels and handle
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Fini Ciao Compact Air Compressor 24L | 8 Bar | 1.5 Hp

Original price was: £287.00.Current price is: £195.00. (inc.vat £234.00)
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Hyundai 24L Air Compressor with a cream coloured tanklabelled benefits of the Hyundai 24l air compressor including being oil free, portable and ultra quiet.
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Hyundai 24L Air Compressor | Portable | 5.2CFM | 1HP

Original price was: £265.00.Current price is: £140.00. (inc.vat £168.00)
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Product image of the Fini Siltek 24L portable air compressor with red receiver tank
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Siltek 24Litre 5.6CFM 1.5HP Portable Air Compressor

Original price was: £341.00.Current price is: £219.00. (inc.vat £262.80)
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Product image of the blue Nuair 110v compressor with oversized black handle and black casing over the working components.labelled image of the Nuair 110v compressor. labels include the start/stop button, and dual pressure gauges.
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Nuair 110V Compressor | Portable | Outdoor Use | 24L

Original price was: £419.00.Current price is: £230.00. (inc.vat £276.00)
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PCL 24L air compressor with black receiver tank and PCL logo on the tank. The compressor has 2 wheels at the back.
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PCL 24L Air Compressor (T19 Plug) | 7.3CFM | 2HP

Original price was: £276.60.Current price is: £159.00. (inc.vat £190.80)

What is a direct drive air compressor?

Direct drive compressors have the motor attached to the air pump. It's for this reason that it doesn't need any other mechanisms such as belts and gears. Ultimately, it's a much simpler design and offers great efficiency.

What is the difference between a direct drive compressor and a belt driven compressor?

Apart from stating the obvious that belt driven compressors have a belt and direct drive compressors don't, there are a couple of key differences.Firstly, a belt driven compressor is usually bigger than the direct drive as it has more components to house. It's also more powerful and gives you more flexibility in increasing the power or the air pressure needed.Direct drive compressors are better for smaller jobs, such as cleaning and using lighter air tools such as nail guns. By comparison, a belt driven compressor is more ideal for the likes of spray painting as it will have enough power to not cut out mid-use.