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Sealey WB10 vs SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270
The Sealey WB10 is a semi-automatic wheel balancer. The SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 is a 270 litre belt-driven workshop air compressor, 3-phase.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Sealey WB10 | SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor power | 90 W | 5.5 hp (4.1 kW) |
| Supply | 230V single phase | 400V 3-phase, 20A |
| Dimensions | 1100 x 1000 x 1250 mm | 1340(H) x 1640(W) x 560(D) mm |
| Weight | 128 kg | 166 kg |
| Max wheel weight | 70 kg | - |
| Max rim diameter | 28in | - |
| Max rim width | 20in (510 mm) | - |
| Balance accuracy | +/- 1g | - |
| Rotating speed | 140 rpm | - |
| Tank size | - | 270 litres |
| Air delivery | - | 15.5 CFM (439 l/min) (FAD) |
| Piston displacement | - | 23.5 CFM (666 l/min) |
| Max pressure | - | 160 psi (11 bar) |
| Warranty | - | 10 year receiver anti-corrosion warranty |
Sources: Sealey WB10, 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 WB10 if...
A semi-automatic wheel balancer with auto data input for offset and wheel diameter, taking rims up to 28 inches. Balancing takes about 7 seconds per wheel at 140rpm. Suits a garage wanting a simple balancer alongside a tyre changer rather than a fully automatic setup.
Full WB10 specifications →Buy or hire the SIP ISBD5.5/270 if...
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 Sealey WB10 and the SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270?
The Sealey WB10 is a semi-automatic wheel balancer; the SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 is a 270 litre belt-driven workshop air compressor, 3-phase.
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