Compressors

Power

• 230 V - can only be used near an mains outlet; these compressors are more efficient.
• 12 V - can be powered from your car's cigarette lighter, making it the ideal choice when on the road.
• 230 V and 12 V (combinations) - can be powered both using a mains supply and from a 12V car lighter socket.

Important parameters

• Suction capacity (l / min) - indicates the performance of the compressor
• Displacement (l / min) - corresponds to approximately 50-65% of the suction power; decreases with increasing output pressure.
• Maximum pressure (bar / PSI / kPa) - choose a compressor with sufficient pressure to fill your tyres (with some margin). 1 bar = 14.5 PSI = 100 kPa.
• Max. running time - after the maximum running time, the compressor must be allowed to rest for a few minutes (according to the manual) before being used again, otherwise you risk damaging the motor. Some models feature automatic shutdown, which automatically switches off the motor when it reaches a certain temperature.
• Compression hose and power cable length - indicates how far the compressor can be placed from the power source.
• Analogue / digital gauge - displays the current air pressure of the inflated object, so you know when the desired pressure has been reached
• Weight - especially important if you want to transport the compressor.