Champion VR7F-8 7.5 HP 208V 3-Phase Air Compressor #VR7F-8-208/3/60
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| Motor | 7.5 HP, 3-Phase |
| Voltage | 208V 3-Phase, 60 Hz |
| Pump | R15 two-stage, 949 RPM |
| Delivered Air | 22.3 CFM @ 175 PSI |
| Pressure | Up to 175 PSI |
| Tank | 80 gal vertical, ASME |
| Warranty | 36 mo pump / 12 mo package (BU-32) |
Champion VR7F-8 — 7.5HP 80-Gallon Vertical Compressor, 208V 3-Phase
A professional shop that has standardized on three-phase power shouldn't buy a single-phase compressor and run it through a converter — and it shouldn't pay 10HP money for a two-bay air demand either. The Champion VR7F-8 is the industrial middle: 7.5 horsepower on 208V three-phase, built around Champion's R15 two-stage pump and delivering 22.3 CFM at 175 PSI into an 80-gallon vertical ASME tank.
It's an Advantage Series package, which means the longevity equipment is already on the unit from the factory: magnetic starter, automatic tank drain, low-oil stop control, air-cooled aftercooler, and vibration isolator pads — with a NEMA-rated motor and the pump factory-filled with Champion lubricant. And Champion backs it with a 36-month pump warranty (Form BU-32) — three years where much of the class offers one.
Who the Champion VR7F-8 Is Built For
- Shops with 208V three-phase service — this is the VR7F-8's electrical home (ordering code VR7F-8-208/3/60); a building that already has a 3-phase panel gets the cooler-running, longer-lived motor.
- Professional shops and fleet facilities with continuous air demand — 22.3 CFM at 175 PSI feeds impact tools, tire service equipment, and shop air systems through a full workday.
- Shops that need the air without the footprint — the 80-gallon vertical tank stands 75 inches tall in a 31 × 24 in. footprint, conserving the floor space a horizontal tank eats.
- Buyers who want the Advantage Series protections standard — magnetic starter, auto tank drain, low-oil stop, aftercooler, and isolator pads are factory-fitted, not an options list.
- Warranty-minded buyers — Form BU-32 covers the pump for 36 months from startup (42 from shipment) and package components for 12 months, coordinated through Alamo.
What the Champion VR7F-8 Is NOT Built For
This configuration is not for single-phase buildings — it is ordered as VR7F-8-208/3/60, and a panel without 208V three-phase service can't feed it (Champion builds other VR7F-8 voltage configurations; call us and we'll match your service). It's not for hobby shops, where a 60-gallon single-stage is the honest buy, and not for high-demand body-and-paint operations whose CFM math belongs in the 10–15 HP class.
Important sizing note: confirm 208V three-phase service with an electrician, measure the floor (31 in. × 24 in. footprint, 75 in. tall with service clearance), and tally the shop's continuous CFM demand before purchase. Questions on fit? Call (817) 865-3707 before ordering — we confirm compatibility, not guesses.
What Makes the Champion VR7F-8 Different
7.5 horsepower of three-phase capacity
The R15 two-stage pump at 949 RPM delivers 22.3 CFM at 175 PSI — the honest number for a busy professional shop on three-phase power.
- R15 two-stage, splash-lubricated pump
- 22.3 CFM @ 175 PSI
- 949 RPM pump speed
Advantage Series package standard
Factory-installed magnetic starter, automatic tank drain, low-oil stop control, air-cooled aftercooler, and vibration isolator pads — plus a NEMA-rated motor, factory-filled with Champion lubricant.
Vertical 80-gallon ASME receiver
The vertical tank conserves floor space — a 31 × 24 in. footprint instead of a horizontal sprawl — while holding the reserve that keeps tools steady when two techs pull air at once.
Best For
- Professional shops on 208V 3-phase
- Continuous-duty shop air
- Floor-space-constrained shops
- Buyers wanting a 36-month pump warranty
Not Ideal For
- Single-phase buildings (other VR7F-8 configs exist — call us)
- Hobby shops (see the 60-gal single-stage class)
- High-CFM body/paint operations (see the 10–15 HP class)
The 7.5HP class — the Champion VR7F-8 and its Atlas neighbors
| Model | Motor | Delivered Air | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champion VR7F-8 (this page) | 7.5 HP | 22.3 CFM @ 175 PSI | 208V 3-Phase |
| Atlas MPAF9P-120H | 7.5 HP | 23 CFM @ 90 / 22 @ 175 | 220V 1-Phase |
| Atlas AF10 Plus 3PH | 10 HP | 37 CFM @ 90 / 35 @ 175 | 230V 3-Phase |
Same 7.5HP class, different electrical homes and tank layouts — the panel and the floor decide. Step up to the AF10's 37 CFM only when the shop's air math says so.
Full Specifications - Champion VR7F-8
| Motor | 7.5 horsepower, NEMA-rated |
| Phase | Three Phase (3-Phase) |
| Voltage | 208V 3-Phase, 60 Hz (ordering code VR7F-8-208/3/60) |
| Pump | R15 two-stage, splash-lubricated, 949 RPM |
| Delivered air | 22.3 CFM @ 175 PSI |
| Maximum pressure | 175 PSI |
| Tank | 80-gallon vertical ASME receiver |
| Advantage Series package | Factory-installed magnetic starter, automatic tank drain, low-oil stop control, air-cooled aftercooler, vibration isolator pads |
| Lubrication | Factory filled with Champion compressor lubricant |
| Overall dimensions | 31" W × 24" D × 75" H |
| Shipping weight | 630 lb |
⚠️ Installation Requirements
- Electrical: 208V three-phase, 60 Hz — have an electrician confirm the service, circuit, and breaker sizing before ordering
- Floor: level foundation for the 31 in. × 24 in. footprint (75 in. tall vertical tank), with service clearance on all sides
- Ventilation: locate where the pump gets fresh air — compressors heat a small room fast
- Vibration isolator pads ship with the unit; anchor or chock per the included manual
- Plan the air drops before install day — Alamo delivers and installs shop air systems, and we service what we sell
Champion Warranty - Champion VR7F-8
Champion backs assembled Advantage Series units with its standard R-Series warranty (Form BU-32) — one of the strongest in the class — coordinated through Alamo.
| Component | Coverage Term |
|---|---|
| Compressor pump | 36 months from startup / 42 months from shipment (head valves: first year) |
| Package components | 12 months from startup / 18 months from shipment |
| Conditions | Service-manual maintenance and genuine Champion parts/lubricants; air receivers installed on the supplied vibration isolators |
Warranty service is coordinated through Alamo Equipment & Service — call (817) 865-3707 and we help get the issue moving.
Warranty terms can change. Confirm exact coverage at the time of purchase. Warranty can be void if the lift is installed improperly or not anchored per spec.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions - Champion VR7F-8
Does this compressor need three-phase power?
Yes — this configuration is the VR7F-8-208/3/60: 208V, three-phase, 60 Hz. If your building doesn't have three-phase service, Champion builds other VR7F-8 voltage configurations — call us and we'll match the unit to your panel.
How much air does it deliver?
22.3 CFM at 175 PSI from the R15 two-stage pump at 949 RPM — a continuous-duty number for professional shops running impact tools, tire service equipment, and shop air systems.
What warranty comes with it?
Champion's Form BU-32: the pump is covered 36 months from startup or 42 from shipment (whichever comes first; head valves first year only) and package components 12 months from startup or 18 from shipment. Confirm exact coverage at purchase.
What's standard on the Advantage Series package?
A factory-installed magnetic starter, automatic tank drain, low-oil stop control, air-cooled aftercooler, and vibration isolator pads — plus a NEMA-rated motor and the pump factory-filled with Champion lubricant.
Why Buy the Champion VR7F-8 from Alamo Equipment & Service?
- We sell what fits. CFM math first: we'll tally your shop's air demand and confirm your 208V three-phase service before selling you capability the panel can't feed.
- We install it. Three-phase wiring, placement, and air drops — one Alamo crew handles the whole air system.
- We service it. Pumps, starters, and drains — the compressor we sell is the compressor we service.
- Freight handled. 630 lb ships freight; we coordinate delivery to your shop.
- Expert comparison help. Champion VR7F-8 vs the Atlas 7.5HP class vs the 10HP step-up — honest CFM and electrical math, one call.
A shop buying from a pure e-commerce retailer gets a box. A shop buying from Alamo gets a partner. Call (817) 865-3707 or email our team.
Part numbers: VR7F-8-208/3/60, VR7F-8, VR7F8208360, VR7F8
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