Tire inflator suggestions

[whitetailhntr]

Looking into purchasing a new tire inflator for the garage. Can anyone recommend one with a built-in gauge? I'd like to air up the tire and check air pressure simultaneously.

 

[dr_clyde]

I have the basic dial one from Matco. Its nice, but kinda overpriced for what it is. Mine was a gift, so I'll happily use it.

I grew up with just using a dedicated air chuck and separate gauge, so the convenience is nice.

 

[mcmtech]

Milton s506

 

[radrush]

The STEELMAN (97977) High Accuracy Digital Tire Inflator is the bomb.

Ranges from 0 - 100 PSI (+/- 0.25 percent PSI accuracy).

Reads in PSI, Bar, kPa and kg/cm2.

Features automatic temperature/pressure compensation and peak/valley/track pressure reading modes.

2.6" gauge with back-lit LCD, pressure relief valve, auto zero and auto off features included. Also, features low battery indicator and over-pressure indicator.

Rubber boot provides added protection and includes 18" whip hose with swivel chuck. Unit runs on one 9 volt battery.

Can be found here:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004IQ9I6O/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[whitetailhntr]

That steelman is nice but holy smokes is that pricey

 

[DHCrocks]

pair this

http://www.amazon.com/CTA-Tools-1930-Straight-Lock-On/dp/B00AZJYDQI/ref=pd_bxgy_263_img_y

with this

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B9FJMAO/?tag=atomicindus08-20

perfect combo for a one hand system so you don't have to hold the chuck on the valve stem.

 

[scissorman]

This is what I have and love it. http://powertank.com/products/sfID1/14/productID/31

 

[introvertedtraveler]

$55 with PRIME. the reviews are great

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002PUTC0M/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[dnschmidt]

Astro makes nice inflators you can pick from digital or analog.

 

[trxrx7]

1. pcl mk3
2. milton
3. amflo
4. snap on / matco

 

[radrush]

That steelman is nice but holy smokes is that pricey

Best in class has a price.

 

[whitetailhntr]

I like the astros

 

[whitetailhntr]

The read out looks nice tho looks like accuracy suffers

 

[zakmartin]

My Milton's never let me down

 

[Buckgnarly]

Milton

 

[whitetailhntr]

Best in class has a price.

Agreed

 

[whitetailhntr]

Milton

Which model?

 

[Buckgnarly]

Which model?

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000AXC24/?tag=atomicindus08-20


Avoid the clip on, I bought the dual head swivel because my clip on did not reach all stems, was a real PITA.

 

[malibu101]

I have the basic dial one from Matco. Its nice, but kinda overpriced for what it is. Mine was a gift, so I'll happily use it.

I grew up with just using a dedicated air chuck and separate gauge, so the convenience is nice.

So did I, and still do.
Mark my words- My next tool purchase will be an inflator.
Like any other air tool, plug it in and go. No need to drag the hose and a gauge around. Not a huge deal, but....
I think I would check my tire pressure more often than I do now.

The only way to improve on this tool would be a built-in valve cap holder.

 

[whitetailhntr]

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000AXC24/?tag=atomicindus08-20





Avoid the clip on, I bought the dual head swivel because my clip on did not reach all stems, was a real PITA.

Reviews aren't very good seems like accuracy is a big problem surprised these Rank high on everyones list

 

[K-Dog]

I have the Astro one and I am quite happy with it. Changing the battery is a bit obnoxious, but not a deal breaker.

Now this thing scores MANY " Ohhhhh Ahhhhh points "

The STEELMAN (97977) High Accuracy Digital Tire Inflator is the bomb.

Ranges from 0 - 100 PSI (+/- 0.25 percent PSI accuracy).

Reads in PSI, Bar, kPa and kg/cm2.

Features automatic temperature/pressure compensation and peak/valley/track pressure reading modes.

2.6" gauge with back-lit LCD, pressure relief valve, auto zero and auto off features included. Also, features low battery indicator and over-pressure indicator.

Rubber boot provides added protection and includes 18" whip hose with swivel chuck. Unit runs on one 9 volt battery.

Can be found here:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004IQ9I6O/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[foreverfalcon40]

Blue Point and if you are ever on the road it hit a button and the screen lights up. Also read KPA and Bar as well as PSI. I use it on daily basis and still on the original batteries. TPMS sensors forced me to buy it and never looked back.

Got it brand new on sale for $100 through my dealer lifetime warranty.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Blue-Point-...hash=item5b19238a2c&item=391263783468&vxp=mtr

 

[Mugen112]

I have the matco digital inflator. I've checked/adjusted atleast 40 tires a day with this for the last 4 years and it still works great. Self calibrating and is much like the astro.. Hell, it probably is the same one lol.

http://reviews.matcotools.com/7535-...3-5-digital-tire-inflator-reviews/reviews.htm

 

[619DioFan]

I use an amflo 150. sure it's old school with the pop out brass indicator but this one is 15 years old and still works great ( still accurate too as I have tested it against a new dial pressure tester ) 24.00 from amazon.

 

[Krokodil]

I really like the PCL MK3 but I don't think they are popular in the US.

 

[Skin]

Milton s506

This. Affordable and proven design. You'd be hard pressed to find a garage in America that doesn't have one, probably decades old and still working fine. Plenty accurate for TPMS and also takes all of 5 minutes to recalibrate if needed.

 

[lightning02]

What type air chuck does eveyone like?? (head at end of hoes that goes on valve)

 

[Wamsutta]

Amflo 100D

 

[OccupantRJ]

With arthritic knees, checking and filling tires has become a dreaded experience these days. I have been toying with the idea of purchasing an inflator, so this thread kicked me into gear to get it done. I just pulled the Amazon trigger and ordered the Astro unit. Thanks for the input guys.

 

[whitetailhntr]

Leaning towards the astro

 

[introvertedtraveler]

Leaning towards the astro

Do it. Im getting one too~

 

[whitetailhntr]

Do it. Im getting one too~

Whats the best price you found? I see them on eBay for 55$

 

[peteco]

Northern Tool has one just like the Astro. Got it cheap with a coupon. Love it.

 

[CobraRed]

Astro's the clear winner when you balance quality with price, they just came otu with another one too. The higher resolution higher accuracy dial face.

 

[Ratchet Guy]

I bought the HF one, it works great for the price
http://www.harborfreight.com/Dual-Chuck-Tire-Inflator-with-Dial-Gauge-68271.html

 

[whitetailhntr]

Astro's the clear winner when you balance quality with price, they just came otu with another one too. The higher resolution higher accuracy dial face.[/QUO


I seen that one on their website I wish I could find somebody that was selling them