Almost all time lowest price great unit especially at this price tempted to buy a 2nd one.
CamelCamelCamel.
Says on the product page…
Ideal for inflating tyres (car, motorcycle, bike), balls, and smaller water sports equipment
The ad clearly states that it does, at just under 3min up to 5 times for a 16in rim. Being a Bosch branded product, I couldn't see why it would state something it couldn't achieve. Also, you have the easy return policy of Amazon Prime.
"But it clearly doesn't tell how long this gadget can run before the heat protection kicks in and it doesn't tell what tyre sizes it can inflate before the motor burns." - maybe because it's an ad and not a manual, have you thought of either searching online for said manual, looking at reviews or even purchasing to find out? Max. pressure: 150 PSI / 10.3 bar / 1050 kPa, do you know of any car, bike, sporting equipment that needs more than those ratings?
"But this Bosch Green Line gadget doesn't tell the full story and relying on Amazon return policy (a good one) implies that you don't trust this gadget."
- ever heard of reading/watching reviews online? Since when did having a return policy become a negative, would you prefer no return policy, which to you, would mean a "trustworthy gadget"???
"but stating that it can inflate cars' tyres it's a joke" - citation?
@billadm: "Troll checks out" - says the new member from June 2023 with 3 posts & 800 comments. Are your comments as ridiculous as the ones above? LMFAO
says the new member from June 2023 with 3 posts & 800 comments
You got so much spare time to go check my past, are you looking for friends?
@billadm: "so much spare time" - How long do you actually think it took me? Does it take you hours, days, weeks, months even years to do such a simple task? I guess inbetween that timeframe you'd be"looking for friends", hence your question to me lol
@billadm: LMFAO, you can't even comprehend complete sentences either, I'm not surprised considering you're purchasing fake batteries & asking silly questions about torque tools.
@billadam Firstly - this isn't a toy 🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️
Secondly - I use this to pump my motorcycle tyres all the time (120/70/17 front and a 180/55/17 rear).
Thirdly - I've pumped a full size car tyre (215/45R18 89W) from 6psi to 38psi without heat protection kicking in. It took about 13-14 minutes to fully inflate.
I've had mine for over 12 months and it's still going strong.
But, yeah… "stating that it can inflate car tyres" is clearly a joke 🙄
I simply trust Bosch's. Never had any issues with its products before.
I use it all the time for top us as tyres deflate over time. It takes a few minutes in comparison to the servo but it's an excellent investment.
It can top up tyres but I dont think it could pump from flat
Yes, it can. I've done it before.
Thats good to know - how much battery left after that?
@King Tightarse: Very little by the end of it! It wasn't at full charge at the time, but I'd say that while a full car tyre is fine, you'd be hard pressed to get two tyres inflated on a single charge.
Only in emergencies I think. I've used it to pump up bicycle tires too but a manual pump is still faster. The portability is nice though.
Yes it does . I have this one from last deal and works good . Worth at this price . Also handy for pumping up basketball and soccer balls ( comes with needle )
Probably just 1 car tyre. The battery capacity is quite low and this is more suited for bicycle or scooter tyres. Even so, bicycle sites rate it at only 7/10. At this price, I'd rather the Xiaomi Air Compressor 2. https://www.ozbargain.com.au/product/xiaomi-mi-portable-air-…
Yeah I'd also say one tyre is the maximum on a full charge. I all but fully drained the battery after inflating a tyre from 6psi to 38.
Yes I've pumped up an 18" tyre from flat. Took a little while but I had no issues doing so.
Even 20 dollars one pumps ok then this one must be better.
I pumped 2 flat 18 inch car tyres both to 32psi on one charge
Eventually.
Definitely can. I keep this and a tyre patch set in the back of the car for emergencies. Had to use it recently to pump up the tyre after removing a nail.
1 charge can only pump 1 tyre though. It'll take anywhere from 6-10mins to pump.
Yes, but x38 in a row?
How about bike & car tyres, how many in a row?? :P
how many in a row??
@Muzeeb can easily do 38, if he has 38 pumps.
Obviously she moved on since Clerks
I only own 1 soccer ball like the rest of Australia so not a realistic issue.
This may be good for a roadside emergency (but if you get a flat while driving it's unlikely to reinflate roadside due damage)
I own 0 soccer balls because soccer isn’t a real sport. Don’t paint the whole country with your shit sport brush.
Yes but the rest of Australia have a bunch of footys of all codes, as well as basketballs and netballs and the like. On top of the crappy inflatable plastic balls that kids have.
Nah, I save my energy for riding the bike.
How does this compare with other portable air compressors
It’s for smaller volume stuff, not airbeds. Although it can easily top up car tires.
Air is air.
Air is air
Trolls are trolls.
So not really like IQ. But I'm getting a high volume of low IQ from your comment
You mean high volume IQ of low pressure IQ.
High volume IQ x low pressure IQ = Low volume IQ x high pressure IQ. IQ is inherited and constant for lifetime.
Simple maths, but our folks don't study maths and get low volume and low pressure NAPLAN scores.
Such a clueless comment 🤦🏻♂️
I have one and I would not recommend this at all for car tyres even if you use it occasionally to top them up. Going up 1 or 2 psi takes several minutes and there is no place to rest this thing so you end up holding it the whole time.
It does work well for scooter tyres or smaller stuff that requires high pressure/low volume
Thanks for that info, was going to get one exactly for the car scenario - guess I'll pass.
Works fine for a Rio, maybe not a giant 4wd or suv
Get a box to rest it on.
If you cheap get a foot pump does the same thing
Its fine for topups of car tyres and will easily do bicycle tyres.However dont expect anything more from it. The battery will be depleted after topping up a few PSI on all 4 car tyres.
Just leave it on the floor, nothing will happen to it.
I guess you could get a hose extension
"there is no place to rest this thing so you end up holding it the whole time"
I would of thought the size and shape would allow it to be 'held' in several different ways.
😂 Move the car forward a few inches so the valve is closer to the ground then smh
For car tyres, this is highly recommended - WindGallop Portable Air Compressor - https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B081YWRQC3
Got mine recently, it's very compact, plugs into the cigarette socket and does the tyres without drama.
Integrated battery, usually means throw away once the battery is EOL.
Yep, pump for maybe 5 yrs then landfill. If you're using a pump several times a week then the convenience makes sense, otherwise if you're using a few times a year get a 240v pump and have it for life
Just open it up, its probably just 18650's inside.
"Just open it without breaking any of the plastic clips, and solder in 2 new 18650s".
99% of people are going to through it away, hopefully into e-waste but more likely into the bin.
It annoys me that user replaceable batteries are dying out for tech where is is simple to include this.
This was my actual point. Not just this thing. Apparently continuous consumption and disposal of items that could otherwise be serviceable is completely consistent with environmental sustainability.
this or the xiaomi 2.
Will this compressor compress my member down to normal size like other males?
Sounds like you're more in need of inflation up to average size.
Should've gone to Specsavers.
We keep ours in our bicycle panniers. Husband loves it.
If you're in the Ozito PXC eco-system:
https://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-pxc-18v-high-pressure-air-…
I've got one, noisy but works well.
I got this one and I love it
https://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-pxc-18v-cordless-inflator-…
Makes it so easy to top off all the kids bike tyres and sports balls.
Just get a Michelin tyre air pump. You pump with your feet if you ever need to change out a spare and find the pressure is too low. Never have to worry about keeping the battery charged.
https://youtu.be/BhwgNx3W00Y?si=qQ45Trl5npE5cFMP
I have a similar Kinchrome one which I used once to pump up a flat tire, just enough to get me to a petrol pump. Worked fine.
Kinchrome
Is the casing inert to lubricants?……asking for a friend.
Looks like it could be handy for the odd bike tyre top up etc. Bear in mind this is rated to 10 L/min max, so compare that to your usual compressors and it will take a lot longer.
I just bought the xiaomi one
This type of devices are really meant for portability when away from a power source.
If you intend to use it for car or motorcycle, just get a 12V one instead, so that you don't have to worry about keeping it charged.
If you already have the bosch batteries - get this instead.
https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B0BLTHQXWC/ref=ppx_od_d…
2 dollars cheaper too.
I have Bosch Procore 18V Batteries - Would it work with them or does it need to be the Normal Green 18V Battery?
I got the DeWalt one a few years back for $200 I think. Without battery. It’s been great. Used it many times after letting tyres down for beach drives. Has the high volume fitting for spare beds and pool toys. I’ve only used it battery powered, but it has a 12v cigarette plug too. Currently $279 at a few places with battery and charger https://www.tradetools.com/dewalt-18v-5-0ah-cordless-inflato… . I good deal.
The dewalt feels bomb proof. I had one of the red autobarn $10 ones that was on OZB, it takes aldi batteries and works OK but you can feel the heat build up. The dewalt stays cool and is in another league quality wise.
Personally I'd go for the 18V version which is also on sale for $69 without battery. Good if you already have a Bosch 18V battery.
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Depends on what you want it for. Although low power, the 3.6V one is more compact and would be lighter to carry than 18V one with battery. So if for example, using as backup when commuting by bike to/from work then 3.6V would be my choice.
Eligible for cashback????
Listed under Home Improvement on Amazon. Home Improvement category has 3.5% cashback at Shopback but Hardware tools, Automotive and the like are 0%. Worth a try if you are going to buy anyway.
or 5% at TCB, I bought using that see if it tracks
10 L/min
For comparison, the Xiaomi 1s which is atleast like 3 - 4 years old now, is rated between 15 - 25L/min, and even that's too slow..
Save yourself some money, buy a Xiaomi one which is a better product.
Was looking at it last night but didn't know its a good deal. Ordered now.
I've got one of these and use it regularly to keep my car tyres inflated. Keep it in the boot of my car and its been fine for a few months now.
3.6V is WAAAAAAAY too weak to be able to pump up tyres effectively…… Yes, it will pump up tyres, albeit extremely slowly
As @WasBargain pointed out, even a Xiaomi 1s Tyre Inflator is slooooooow and that's 5 Volts!!!!
Also says lithium ion though, so internally it can't be 5V. Can get lithium ion cells capable of 30A, so in theory 108W for a single cell. Lot of heat though, you are right, better to have a higher voltage with less amps.
Just here to read comments about the xiaomi.
So yo resume the old 1S is twice quicker, higher voltage and better battery.
And now, the mi pump 2 available is slightly even better but also cheaper.
Bosh has a long history of strong quality made products at least.
Guys, which product is good for water toys?
Ideally it fast, reversible and cordless.
Thanks.
I bought this to top up my scooter/bike tires at home. I am now thinking I should have bought a floor pump, as people say these are better. I still have the option to return it (I haven't opened the package), and buy a kmart or a nicer floor pump. Am I overthinking it? Will this still be good for the higher psi bike tires?
I bought this and i'm finding it difficult to remove the nozzle without losing about 2-3 seconds worth of air which could take a bicycle 40psi down to 29.
I would have preferred a press on valve design like a servo pump to this screw on design. With a press on valve you lose less than 1 second of air when you release it.
I have zero confidence that the pressure I inflate to is the pressure in the tire after using this, and to check it post inflation you need to twist it back on and lose another 2-3 seconds of air.
Air leak when unscrewing is miniscule for car tyres but significant for cycle tyres.
So I am using this adapter.It will solve your issue.
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/314118217546?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mk…
Thanks bought one. Seeing as this pump is specifically designed for bikes etc its a shame they don't include one of these with the unit.
That adapter cable arrived and it's a game changer. Instead of losing seconds of air out of a tiny bike tire or even tinier e-scooter tire, it's now a split second of pressure loss when you release the lever so I'll add 1 psi when inflating to account for that.
To me this pump goes from borderline useless without a quick release valve, to being the perfect tool for the job with it.
Can this actually pump car tyres?