Makita DMP180Z 18V Li-ion LXT Inflator - Batteries and Charger Not Included, Blue/Silver, M

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Only reviews that feature the label "Verified Review" have been checked to ensure that the author actually used or purchased the product. They mention that it takes up no room, is easy to apply and remove the clip on end, and is convenient. I used a Prestacycle EZ-Grip Big Presta Head instead of the brass adapter, which does the job a treat. This means that you can use the tool in conjunction with all of the manufacturer's compatible devices. The Makita 18V LXT Inflator Bare Unit DMP180ZJ is ideal for trade professionals as well as DIYers, due to the sheer power, durability and great quality this is made with.

The DMP180Z Inflator is powered by 18V Li-ion LXT slide type battery (not included) to discharge up to 12 litres air per minute, suitable for inflating cycle and vehicle tyres, sports balls and inflatable leisure equipment. 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. The batteries are plugged to the battery charger through the quick release, in the same way as it is connected to the machine.

Once that pressure is reached, the compressor stops, so you can't absent-mindedly over-inflate a tyre. The best way to describe battery amp hour is that this is effectively the size of your fuel tank, the more amp hours your battery has then the longer the battery will last between charges. 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. They say it doesn't drain the battery much, it does what you'd expect, and the batteries from Makita are always great. The DMP181 features a rubberised grip with a comfortable trigger switch, a thermostat to prevent overheating, plus a handy holder that houses popular adaptors.

The Makita DMP180Z runs off the same batteries as the company's LXT line of cordless power tools, which Makita says covers more than 270 appliances – everything from the obvious drills, saws and sanders to heated jackets, Bluetooth speakers and even a wheelbarrow.

I think the volume is very okay and the quality of the machine is very good, the machine looks modern and has a great sleek colour. Woods valves don't have enough thread for a regular Presta head to stay attached, even though the thread size is the same, so this is very useful if you have any Dutch bikes with wacky Woods valves around. It has been designed to have high stability on the ground, coming in handy when working hard as it is another thing you do not need to worry about.

If it had a longer hose, a better Presta adapter and a switch that didn't need constant pressing, it'd be perfect. That does run off a car power socket as well as a battery though, has a slightly longer hose, and inflates to 165psi. ENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY: Lithium-ion battery-powered tools are recyclable and are produced without heavy metals.

Turn it on, set the target pressure, attach the hose to your valve, and hold the button till the pressure is reached.The practical battery can be recharged at any time, no memory effect (it does not tend to run out after many refills), always a great power.