Makita 18v cordless inflator

[KeysConchs]

As a die-hard Makita 18v cordless tool lover, I just noticed they started producing an 18v cordless inflator (https://www.makitatools.com/products/details/DMP180ZX).  Wondering if anyone has any experience with these as an on-the-road tire inflator alternative to the VIAIR products? 

[John E Davies]

Not in any way will it replace a Viair. They do not list the flow rate (cfm) but it can only run for 5 minutes then rest 5.... which is VERY feeble performance. Good enough to top up a small bike tire, or maybe a car tire by a few psi. Not good enough to pump up a nearly flat Ollie or truck tire, for that you need at least 2 cfm, unless you are prepared to wait a long time. You certainly could not blow out any water lines, or remove dust.

If somebody can find the flow rate, please comment. I find it to be a little odd that it is not listed, even in the operating manual.....
 

John Davies

Spokane WA

Edited May 6, 2020 by John E Davies

[John E Davies]

If you want a pretty decent pump with a very high flow rate and not pay for a larger Viair, consider this one.

https://www.amazon.com/Smittybilt-2781-5-65-Universal-Compressor/dp/B004K25GMG

https://www.fourwheeler.com/product-reviews/1306-4wd-smittybilt-2781-air-compressor/

John Davies

Spokane WA

Edited May 6, 2020 by John E Davies

[KeysConchs]

Great feedback and suggestion. Thanks