Automotive Compressor Rating

Let's start with what a car compressor is for and what it is. This is a thing useful and necessary for every motorist.

It is used to inflate the wheels, it helps to determine the level of tire pressure. A device that you can take with you on the road, as it can be very compact and can easily fit in the trunk. Some advanced car air compressors have many additional features, such as a flashlight and auto shut-off device.

In general, it is definitely worth buying, and the higher the quality, the better. Nobody wants to take a “pig in a poke” or just a low-quality device, so you should understand how to avoid this.

What parameters should you pay attention to when choosing

Having decided to purchase this automotive product, you should pay attention to a number of parameters. In a hurry, you run the risk of buying a thing that will not last even a couple of months. And the money will be wasted. We recommend that you do not try to save money. You can pay extra for quality.

And it is imperative to pay attention to the following characteristics when choosing a compressor:

• Operating time of the purchased device;
• Is there overheating protection and how much energy does the battery consume;
• What is the performance of a particular model. If the performance is small, the device simply will not be able to pump up the wheels normally;
• Information about the pressure gauge, which must be indicated in the passport of the goods. What percentage of error does he have? Generally, the lower the error level, the better;
• Wire length. If it is long, you can safely buy, but a short one will cause a lot of inconvenience in the future;
• If you choose a model that charges from a cigarette lighter, then pay special attention to the amperage of the cigarette lighter fuse;
• Also consider when buying a parameter such as the maximum pressure in the compressor;
• Another important role is given to the weight and dimensions of the product. The smaller it is, the easier it is to carry it in the trunk of a car or place it in the garage. Usually, the dimensions are prescribed in centimeters in the following ratio: length, width and height.

Before proceeding to a review of the rating of autocompressors popular on the Russian market, we briefly mention that they are of two types. In particular, diaphragm and piston. The first is characterized by practicality, they work on the basis of a rubber stopper. Air is absorbed by this element and sent to the tire.

Pistons are similar to diaphragm, but the plug is replaced by a special piston. It increases the speed at which the wheel can be inflated. It is clear that such compressors are in great demand.

TOP-5 rating of automobile compressors

Now let's consider directly those models that occupy a leading position in the list of automotive products:

1. Remove BLK-251N
The approximate price of this car device is 745 rubles.

Advantages:

• Very small and lightweight. Only 0,65 kg. It can even be hidden in the glove compartment or under the saddle if you own a motorcycle, not a car.
• According to reviews, the device works very well and is not bad.

Disadvantages:

• Made of plastic
• This is a very noisy model and does not include a purse for storing the device
• The disadvantages also include the manometer, which works with errors, is mistaken by about 0,5 bar.

2. ACF-16 fusion
The average price is 723 rubles.

Advantages:

• A very nice, cool compressor with a storage compartment for the cable and hose.
• The kit includes several attachments.
• Management is very clear - a pressure gauge with an activation / deactivation button.
• Small dimensions and weight of the device make it possible to place it in the glove compartment of a car.

Disadvantages: not identified.

3. Airline CA-012-08O Smart O

Will cost about 650 rubles.

Advantages: very small device. It comes with a case, which is much better than keeping it in a box.

It is great that at the pump you can screw the nozzle to the wheel nipple, and then remove it without unnecessary difficulties.

Disadvantages: buyers attribute noise to some disadvantages of use, it is at the level of more powerful models, but in this one it is not entirely justified.

4. Phantom PH2034. Often sold for 510 rubles.

It belongs to the highest quality compressor models with a number of advantages:

• compactness;
• long (2.75 m) braided hose;
• and a metal valve that can be removed quickly and easily.

The disadvantages include:

• no switch;
• the device makes a lot of noise.

5. Black & Decker ASI300

The average price is 4229 rubles.

Advantages:

• The price may scare someone away, but this device is quite powerful and has good performance.
• It has many functions, but at the same time it is easy to operate and has a fairly compact size.
• Fits easily in the trunk.
• There is a backlight, so this device can be used at night.

Disadvantage: high cost.