Makita DMP181Z 18V Li-ion LXT Inflator – Batteries and Charger Not Included

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Especially useful after an earthquake for powering all sorts of things when the electricity and water gave been cut. Given that it's made to the same standards as Makita's other LXT tools – which are designed for fairly heavy use – I expect it'll happily cope with being banged around. cc every product is thoroughly tested for as long as it takes to get a proper insight into how well it works. At 1,663g with battery, the DMP180Z isn't something you'd want to carry on a ride though – or is it? This has become my go-to pump; my track pumps, even my beloved SKS Rennkompressor, are gathering dust in a corner.

With high amp-hour batteries, efficient brushed and brushless motors, and 36V (18V X2) LXT® technology, Makita 18V LXT® tools not only meet corded demands, they can exceed the performance of corded, all while remaining in a single cordless platform powered by the industry's fastest-charging 18V lithium-ion batteries. Once that pressure is reached, the compressor stops, so you can't absent-mindedly over-inflate a tyre.

Of course if you're into a bit of DIY why not treat yourself to a Makita cordless drill complete with battery and charger and a spare battery at the same time! The convenience of being able to set the pressure and have the pump get on with it is absolutely compelling; it's just ridiculously easy.

To make sure any job can be fulfilled the adapter holder is perfect for holding all different sizes and shape adapters. Inflate car tires, bike tires, or sports balls quickly with the 18V LXT® High-Pressure Inflator, Tool Only, (DMP181ZX). When inflating larger tyres it would be nice to be able to set it going and walk away while it gets on with it.

Makita® 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Batteries have the fastest charge times in their categories, so they spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger. It's pulled down by its collection of niggles: the short hose, the half-arsed accessories, and not being able to just press the button and let it run. Say you assume the area of the piston of a track pump is one square inch, which must be ballpark correct, and someone wanted to put 120psi into a tyre, then if they weighed 120 lb (a petite 54kg) they would need their entire weight on the pump handle at that pressure.