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SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 vs Twin Busch TWS3-10E
The SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 is a 270 litre belt-driven workshop air compressor, 3-phase. The Twin Busch TWS3-10E is a 3 tonne low-rise mobile scissor lift.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 | Twin Busch TWS3-10E | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor power | 5.5 hp (4.1 kW) | 2.2 kW |
| Supply | 400V 3-phase, 20A | 230V or 400V, 16A fuse |
| Weight | 166 kg | approx. 500 kg |
| 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) | - |
| Dimensions | 1340(H) x 1640(W) x 560(D) mm | - |
| Warranty | 10 year receiver anti-corrosion warranty | - |
| Lifting capacity | - | 3000 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 1000 mm |
| Drive-on height | - | 110 mm |
| Lift/lower time | - | approx. 20 seconds each way |
Sources: SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270, Twin Busch TWS3-10E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →Buy or hire the TWS3-10E if...
A mobile low-rise scissor lift raising 3 tonnes to 1 metre in around 20 seconds, with a low 110mm drive-on height and lockable access ramps. It needs no compressed air, running on an electromagnetic release instead. Suits a garage that wants a movable lift rather than a fixed two-post installation.
Full TWS3-10E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 and the Twin Busch TWS3-10E?
The SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 is a 270 litre belt-driven workshop air compressor, 3-phase; the Twin Busch TWS3-10E is a 3 tonne low-rise mobile scissor lift.
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