Inflate car tires, bike tires, or sports balls quickly with the 18-Volt LXT Cordless Inflator. The Makita-built motor delivers up to 120 psi. The tool features a high visibility pressure gauge display with backlight, LED light and an auto-stop function when the desired pressure is reached. A 25-1/2 in. hose length provides better reach. The compact design allows for easy portability and convenient storage. It's part of Makita's expanding 18-Volt LXT System, the world's largest cordless tool system powered by 18-Volt lithium-ion slide-style batteries. Makita 18-Volt 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. For improved tool performance and extended battery life, Makita created Star Protection Computer Controls. Star Protection is communication technology that allows the Star Protection-equipped tool and battery to exchange data in real time and monitor conditions during use to protect against overloading, over-discharging and overheating. For increased versatility, the tool can also be powered by Makita 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Batteries with the Star Symbol on the battery indicating Star Protection inside.
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How strong is it? Can you fill a car tire or more so for bikes and sports balls?
I have the smaller CXT (12v) version. I use it to top off my van tires at ~70 psi, but it takes several minutes if going from zero. I bought it specifically for this purpose bc air tanks at gas stations put out only around 35 psi, which is suitable for smaller cars.
The thing to keep in mind with these types of motors is that they will overheat running continuously, so you're supposed to run them for 5 minutes, then let them cool for 5 minutes. If you jack the wheel up, it will have an easier time filling the tire.
I've had mine since it came out maybe 4-5 years ago; still running without issue.
If you set the psi on the unit, it will cut-off when it reaches pressure, but you do have to hold down the trigger. I usually wedge something in the handle to hold the unit on so I can step away.
How strong is it? Can you fill a car tire or more so for bikes and sports balls?
If you are already in the Makita ecosystem this is a great price for a good tool.
If you just want a small tool to keep in the car and not have to worry about the battery the Ridgid[homedepot.com] is the cheapest for both the tool & the batteries, comes with the Lifetime Service Agreement and a cord to run it off you car's battery.
If you don't mind a much larger, heavier tool and would prefer one that was quicker for bigger jobs like filling large truck tires to high pressures. The Milwaukee is normally much more expensive, right now it's free with the $199 two 5ah battery kit[homedepot.com] at quite a few places.
I have the smaller CXT (12v) version. I use it to top off my van tires at ~70 psi, but it takes several minutes if going from zero. I bought it specifically for this purpose bc air tanks at gas stations put out only around 35 psi, which is suitable for smaller cars.
The thing to keep in mind with these types of motors is that they will overheat running continuously, so you're supposed to run them for 5 minutes, then let them cool for 5 minutes. If you jack the wheel up, it will have an easier time filling the tire.
I've had mine since it came out maybe 4-5 years ago; still running without issue.
If you set the psi on the unit, it will cut-off when it reaches pressure, but you do have to hold down the trigger. I usually wedge something in the handle to hold the unit on so I can step away.
I keep a Velcro strap on it to fix the need to hold the trigger, works like a charm.
1 in stock near me and it says "This item isn't eligible for online order Pickup, but it is on Clearance". Seems like one usually means zero so I'll probably save myself the drive, good deal though if you have them near you
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How strong is it? Can you fill a car tire or more so for bikes and sports balls?
Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank blocky
The thing to keep in mind with these types of motors is that they will overheat running continuously, so you're supposed to run them for 5 minutes, then let them cool for 5 minutes. If you jack the wheel up, it will have an easier time filling the tire.
I've had mine since it came out maybe 4-5 years ago; still running without issue.
If you set the psi on the unit, it will cut-off when it reaches pressure, but you do have to hold down the trigger. I usually wedge something in the handle to hold the unit on so I can step away.
I'd prefer the 181 model, but at this price I would have bought this model
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If you just want a small tool to keep in the car and not have to worry about the battery the Ridgid [homedepot.com] is the cheapest for both the tool & the batteries, comes with the Lifetime Service Agreement and a cord to run it off you car's battery.
If you don't mind a much larger, heavier tool and would prefer one that was quicker for bigger jobs like filling large truck tires to high pressures. The Milwaukee is normally much more expensive, right now it's free with the $199 two 5ah battery kit [homedepot.com] at quite a few places.
The thing to keep in mind with these types of motors is that they will overheat running continuously, so you're supposed to run them for 5 minutes, then let them cool for 5 minutes. If you jack the wheel up, it will have an easier time filling the tire.
I've had mine since it came out maybe 4-5 years ago; still running without issue.
If you set the psi on the unit, it will cut-off when it reaches pressure, but you do have to hold down the trigger. I usually wedge something in the handle to hold the unit on so I can step away.
I keep a Velcro strap on it to fix the need to hold the trigger, works like a charm.
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