Tyre Inflator

[jpaul]

my requirement for a tyre inflator recently changed -
I'd want one that can be clipped onto a foamer bottle like IK foam 2+, also should have a locking clip for car tyres

 

[iamdjdz]

Only if it’s the 8-Pack overclocked edition.

Missing a trick given how often this gets asked - including once by myself!

 

[pepp77]

Just search Tyre Inflator on Amazon and pick the one that reviews best. £20 for a portable one is worth a punt and you can always return if it isnt up to scratch.

 

[dannyjo22]

I got this when it was on sale for £50

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BJKD79QW?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

I wanted the 3 pin plug as well as the car adapter. Also the quick release hose.

It's been very accurate in comparison to the car figures.

 

[jellybeard999]

I have looked at that one, but I'd prefer tge bigger brother version

Which model? Is it also cordless?

 

[Raymond Lin]

I got this 2 years ago. I check my car with it every 2 weeks. It seems decent. I can't attest to how accurate the readings are since I don't have a separate gauge but it does inflate tyres and can top up all 4 with 1 full charge. Is it fast? not that fast, but fast enough to top up tyres at home.

BOSCH DIY EASYPUMP

3.6v Inflator

www.howetools.co.uk

 

[ShiWarrior]

Which model? Is it also cordless?

Ring Automotive - RTC6000 Cordless 4-in-1 Tyre Inflator with Air Pump, Quick Set Auto Stop, Large Digital Screen, Power Bank, LED Light, Valve Caps, Latex Gloves and Storage Case, Grey https://amzn.eu/d/hnxVlu5

 

[ShiWarrior]

my requirement for a tyre inflator recently changed -
I'd want one that can be clipped onto a foamer bottle like IK foam 2+, also should have a locking clip for car tyres

For the car tyre
You can buy these adaptors

2Pcs Car Tyre Valve Air Chuck Inflator Pump Connector Adapter Brass Clip 8mm | eBay

Brass odd row pressure handle thread: built-in apron to prevent air leakage. Easy to carry and quick to inflate. Material: all copper material.

www.ebay.co.uk

 

[BananaDunka]

Hi guys. Can anyone recommend an accurate digital tyre inflator from Halfords or the rain forest? Perhaps even rechargeable which might make it less hassle than using the interior 12v socket. Thanks.

I have this, I use it on cars, bikes etc and it works great. It's within 1 PSI of other gauges and petrol station pumps I've compared against. It is as they say, epic win.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0BF3VWBLP/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

And best of all it's currently 30% off if you tick that box on the page lol.

Edit* Yes I attached one of those brass adapters too which work brilliantly.

 

[jpaul]

I'd expect to be able to buy an inflator that already has a brass quick lock adapter ... clearly the people who sell these machines have never inflated a car tyre in their life ..
attaching and detaching the bloody thing is always the hassle;

otherwise I've had a digital PCL gauge I've used forever to check pressures, which also checks tread depth (it doesn't charge my phone though) - older version of

PCL Digital Tyre Pressure & Depth Gauge Self-calibrating 3 in 1 Tyre Gauge - Prostko Ltd

PCL 3 in 1 Digital Tyre Gauge This 3-in-1 Digital Tyre Pressure and Tread Depth Gauge with light is self-calibrating

prostko.co.uk

 

[Merlin5]

Hey guys, took me a while since making this thread to get around to buying an inflator but I've done so now and it arrives tomorrow. I like that it has a deflate button and that it can be used both cordless from the rechargeable battery and also with the 12v if the battery is dead.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BNLS1W9T/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B0BNLS1W9T&pd_rd_w=yzOH8&content-id=amzn1.sym.84ea1bf1-65a8-4363-b8f5-f0df58cbb686&pf_rd_p=84ea1bf1-65a8-4363-b8f5-f0df58cbb686&pf_rd_r=7NZ0CHD6DQZCBJ8S0P3G&pd_rd_wg=JunMz&pd_rd_r=149e9867-3090-48a5-a9f2-b6b3ee319d83&s=automotive&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWw

I have a question. My car specifies 32psi all round. But for a load of five people, 36psi all round.

I regularly put a drumkit in my car which takes up all the back space with the seats down. About nine pieces of kit. The heavy pieces are two long hardware cases full of metal stands, the big bass drum and a bag full of cymbals. I don't know the weight of my gear but would you say I should put it to 36 all round like it suggests for five people, or less? In fact, a friend suggested I leave the fronts at 32psi and just increase the rears to 35psi, but I don't know if he knows what's he's talking about. I want to look after these tyres as they're brand new and don't want to unnecessarily overinflate them and wear them out.

 

[BUDFORCE]

i bought this a few months ago on offer for £17

Michelin Micro Inflator With Quick Release | Halfords UK

Shop the latest at Halfords UK

www.halfords.com

decent device but i don't think i would pay the £34 halfords are asking for now lol

I got the exact same one.

 

[Armageus]

I have a question. My car specifies 32psi all round. But for a load of five people, 36psi all round.

I read that as 36 psi front and rear if you regularly go above 160km/h.

Five people reference is at both speed ratings - should be fine to run 32 psi front and rear.

 

[Merlin5]

I read that as 36 psi front and rear if you regularly go above 160km/h.

Five people reference is at both speed ratings - should be fine to run 32 psi front and rear.

Thanks as I was confused on that. So are you saying I can leave it at 32 psi all round when loaded with my kit with no extra stress on the tyres? I certainly never get close to 160km/h!

 

[ianh]

Yes

So are you saying I can leave it at 32 psi all round when loaded with my kit with no extra stress on the tyres?

Yes, as long as you don't spend time at over 100mph you'll be fine at 32psi all around as the weight makes no difference, just the speed.

 

[tamzzy]

I got the exact same one.

How'd you find it? I don't like the screw to fit the valve and it's bloody loud...but it's a pretty nifty piece of kit that stays in the boot if I need it

 

[jpaul]

.. you always want to deflate a bit , with your thumbnail, before you inflate/measure, to get any dust/muck out (even with caps)

 

[Merlin5]

Yes


Yes, as long as you don't spend time at over 100mph you'll be fine at 32psi all around as the weight makes no difference, just the speed.

Excellent, thanks. I'd put my previous tyres to 36 psi all year round but it's good to know I don't need to do that.

.. you always want to deflate a bit , with your thumbnail, before you inflate/measure, to get any dust/muck out (even with caps)

Thanks. I'll do that, especially as my new tyre inflator has a deflate button for me to play with.

 

[Merlin5]

Yay. Just arrived. Feels well made.

 

[Scarfacé]

Good choice, I got the RTC4000 back in November and it's brilliant. USB-C too I hated having to plug my old corded one into the 12V socket through the window, then pass it through the opposite window etc. So much easier/faster with a cordless one