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

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To increase tool life and to ensure there are minimal mishaps this inflator has protection from overheating, enabling the user to use this tool for as long as possible without needing to repair or replace the unit as often. The bottom line is that, while there are a few irritating shortcomings that make it hard to give a top score, this is a brilliant piece of kit in terms of core functionality. 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!

At 1,663g with battery, the DMP180Z isn't something you'd want to carry on a ride though – or is it? Especially useful after an earthquake for powering all sorts of things when the electricity and water gave been cut. Once that pressure is reached, the compressor stops, so you can't absent-mindedly over-inflate a tyre. It's small enough to fit in a pannier or large rack-top bag, so it's feasible to take it with, and boy will you look prepared when someone gets a puncture. It's possibly a bit unreasonable to criticise a general-purpose device like this for its shortfalls as a cycling tool, but the adapters to inflate Presta valves, balls and other inflatables feel like afterthoughts.Hopefully when you aren't riding it otherwise it dumps all the air instantly and often the rider too. 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.

You get a screw-on brass Schrader-to-Presta adaptor, a sports ball needle and a tapered plastic widget for airbeds and like that. Product dimensions are stated with a battery / batteries, if they affect the overall dimensions of the product. Personally, I wish Woods valves would just go away, but it worked really well on the one Woods valve in my fleet I haven't got round to replacing. If it had a longer hose, a better Presta adapter and a switch that didn't need constant pressing, it'd be perfect.Lantern/Flashlight DC18RE 18V LXT® / 12V max CXT® Lithium-Ion Rapid Optimum Charger DML802 18V LXT® L.