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Nov 14, 2018 - 00:09 air-compressor-160l/min 1133
We start this new section with small comparison of two super sales products
We start this new section with small comparison of two super sales products for its excellent value for money, on one side we have the compressor BIG BORE RED and on the other the spectacular compressor T-MAX 160.
As you can read in the article, both of them stand out for offering one of the most powerful air flows in the market at a price below € 130, as we all know the world of air compressors is very wide and these models Would be a recommended mid-range for advanced users who want good performance at a content price, but we also remind you that we are VIAIR official distributors for Spain, so whoever wants one of the best compressors in the world I advise you to visit our section of air compressors VIAIR.
We begin by seeing the large size of the compressors and their many quality accessories like the manometer, the hose, transport bag, battery clamps and it surprises how the manufacturers have managed to offer such good products at such a content price.
A common question is whether these compressors can be connected to the cigarette lighter socket of the car, the answer is NO.
These compressors have a consumption of 45amp and the connector of the burner is about 20amp, so it would not support so much power and could damage both the compressor and the original installation.
In case you want to install fixed, you must extend the cables and connect them to direct battery.
Packaging:
Both models comply perfectly with the packaging, the boxes are screen printed on the outside and in the interior protect the compressor with white poliespan.
If you notice the size of the two boxes is very similar, these versions include as a gift a "Carry Bag" or carrying bag.
The difference between the two is the exterior logo of T-MAX and although both bags are very similar it is noticed that the zippers and the quality of manufacture is superior in the model of the company T-max.
These bags are very practical because they are designed specifically for the compressor, so manufacturers have left areas to locate items such as the hose or the extra inflation accessories that I will talk about later.
The size is perfect for the compressor and if you look at the detail on the right you will see how everything is well organized.
The two large carrying handles make it very convenient to transport the compressor from one place to another.
I used to tell you about the pressure gauge and the inflation accessories, because the two models have 3 extras that are widely used together with a compressor.
We have two plastic nozzles to inflate mats, inflatable pools or anything of the style, and we also have a metal needle ideal for inflating footballs.
The adapters are designed to coil at the mouth of the manometer, so it is very easy to use them.
As readings we have 0 to 150 PSI and 0 to 10 BAR, although both manufacturers put such a high scale is very rare that we reach those pressures.
Usually manufacturers recommend pressures of 2 bars for normal use, 3 bar to use the car alone on the highway and 1 bar to make dunes.
Overcoming the 3 bars or lowering of 1 bar is never advised by the possibility of desllantar in case of lowering pressures.
A frequent question we are asked is if you need to unscrew the manometer to be able to deflate the wheels, if you look at the photo on the right you will notice that the manometer has a small button on the back, this button allows to deflate the wheels without Need to remove the pressure gauge.
Although the pressure gauges are almost identical in both models, we find differences in the way that each manufacturer has decided to put the air outlet of the compressor.
You can see in the case of the T-Max how they have decided to put a hose with the quick connector and if you look at the photo below you will see how in this case they preferred to put the quick connector on the same compressor.
The two systems are valid, maybe we like the option of tmax because if you plan to make a fixed installation in the trunk or inside a chest of drawers it is easier to relocate the fast connection, instead with the other compressor if you are going to install Recessed compels you to make a more complex installation.
To turn on and off the two compressors have the switch on the back protected with a plastic to reduce the chances of receiving an electric shock, on the tmax the ON / OFF switch is on top and the other model is on the Lateral, but we will not infuye anything in the operation.
Now that you can see the two pictures of the compressors together, you will realize that the quality of the finishes of the T-Max is quite superior, both the top bezel of the cylinder and the cylinder cooling has a More optimized design, the screws are of better quality, the metal supports that hold the handle have a better cut and the size of the T-Max is somewhat superior.
The lower part has a tray to attach to the car and is attached to the compressor by means of 4 rubber silenblocks that reduce vibration and lengthen the life of the air compressor.
The characteristics of both models are as follows.
Voltage: DC12-13.5V
Maximum Airflow 160LPM
Maximum Working Pressure 150PSI
Maximum Amp Consumption 45A
Maximum Working Temperature 60
Minimum Operating Temperature -40
Maximum Duty Cycle 40mins @ 30psi @ 22
For more information to the right you will find the link to each compressor.
