When you need an industrial motor, the real decision isn't just price-it's how much you know about the machine you're fixing. On one side, the GARVEE 5HP SPL Air Compressor Electric Motor costs $128.79 and comes with a full set of replacement specs. On the other, the Gast 1000055624 Industrial Electric Motor / Pump costs $574.95 and is a new open-box unit. If you're replacing an air compressor motor, the GARVEE is the clear starting point. If your equipment is built around a specific Gast model, the Gast may be worth the higher price.
Quick verdict
For most compressor repairs, the GARVEE is the easier choice because its motor specs are clearly stated, and it is the lower-priced option. The Gast 1000055624 is an industrial motor/pump with a model number as the main reference, so it makes sense when you already have a Gast-equipped application in mind.
Side-by-side comparison
| Product | Price | What stands out |
|---|---|---|
| GARVEE 5HP SPL Air Compressor Electric Motor | $128.79 | 5HP, 230V, single-phase, 3,450 RPM, 56 frame, 5/8\" keyed shaft, CW/CCW, air compressor duty |
| Gast 1000055624 Industrial Electric Motor / Pump | $574.95 | New open-box Gast, model 1000055624, ready for service |
Where each product wins
- The GARVEE wins when you want a drop-in replacement with known specs and a much lower price. It's purpose-built for air compressor duty, so the motor choice is straightforward.
- The Gast wins when the model number matters more than the spec sheet. If a Gast 1000055624 is the part your machine calls for, this open-box unit gives you that exact reference.
Product notes
GARVEE 5HP SPL Air Compressor Electric Motor
The GARVEE gives you the full picture before you commit: 5HP, 230V, 20 amps, 3,450 RPM, single-phase, a 56 frame, and a 5/8\" keyed shaft in a 46.2-pound housing. It's designed as a special-purpose air compressor motor, and the reversible CW/CCW rotation makes installation more flexible. It is also the price leader in this head-to-head. The limitation is its purpose: because it's an SPL air compressor motor, it's not positioned as a general-purpose industrial motor. If your job is compressor duty, this is the most direct fit.
Gast 1000055624 Industrial Electric Motor / Pump
The Gast unit is a different kind of buy. It's ready for service, with the model 1000055624 as the main identifier. It costs well above the GARVEE, so the purchase decision depends on whether you specifically need this Gast model. The strength is having a Gast part number to match against existing equipment; the limitation is that the unit is identified as an industrial motor/pump with the model number as the main reference, so it's most useful for a buyer who already knows how this Gast model fits. If you're matching an existing Gast setup, the model number is the concrete anchor.
Final choice by use case
- Need a compressor motor with defined specs: GARVEE.
- Need a specific Gast model for existing equipment: Gast 1000055624.
- Want the lower price and more upfront detail: GARVEE.
- Want the exact Gast part number without having to identify a motor from scratch: Gast.
