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Corghi EM9280 vs SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270

The SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 comes with 8 years more warranty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Corghi EM9280SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270
Supply115-230V single phase, 50/60Hz400V 3-phase, 20A
Weight82 kg166 kg
Warranty2 years parts, 1 year labour10 year receiver anti-corrosion warranty
Max wheel weight75 kg (165 lbs)-
Rim diameter range10-28in (settable to 35in)-
Rim width range1.5-20in, up to 600mm with guard-
Power consumption122 W-
Tank size-270 litres
Air delivery-15.5 CFM (439 l/min) (FAD)
Piston displacement-23.5 CFM (666 l/min)
Motor power-5.5 hp (4.1 kW)
Max pressure-160 psi (11 bar)
Dimensions-1340(H) x 1640(W) x 560(D) mm

Sources: Corghi EM9280, SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the EM9280 if...

A wheel balancer taking rims from 10 up to 28 inches diameter, with automatic data input and a 7 second measuring cycle. It runs from a standard single-phase supply and carries a 2 year parts warranty. Suits a tyre bay balancing typical car and SUV wheels.

Full EM9280 specifications →

Buy or hire the SIP ISBD5.5/270 if...

  • you want one that comes with 8 years more warranty

A 270 litre belt-driven workshop compressor on a 3-phase supply, delivering 15.5 CFM at up to 11 bar. Large interstage coolers and long-stroke cast iron cylinders are aimed at continuous workshop use rather than occasional jobs. Suits a busier garage bay with 3-phase power already installed and multiple air tools running.

Full SIP ISBD5.5/270 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Corghi EM9280 and the SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270?

The SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 comes with 8 years more warranty. The Corghi EM9280 is a wheel balancer, CompactLine; the SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 is a 270 litre belt-driven workshop air compressor, 3-phase.

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