12 Volt Air Compressors
12 Volt Air Compressors are Handy Tools to Have on Hand
If you require a small air compressor for odd jobs around the house, a 12 volt model might be just the thing for you. 12 volt air compressors are particularly useful for airing up all sorts of different tires. These kinds of compressors can also be used to inflate air mattresses, rafts and beach balls.
These kinds of compressors are useful around the house. They are small and many models are compact for easy storage. Many also run off a battery so it is easy to have the power source on hand.
These compressors come in two different types: hard-mount or portable. The hard-mount models stay in one place, whereas the portable can be moved from location to location. The portable types are more expensive, so keep cost in mind if that is an issue for you. Even the hard-mounted units are more accessible than engine-drive compressors because they can be mounted pretty much anywhere you have the space for one.
Some models both inflate and deflate. It might be worth the investment if you know that you will be doing as much or nearly as much deflating as inflating.
A 12 volt air compressor might be a handy unit to have on hand at the cottage or to take with you when you go camping. These units will make inflating rafts and air mattresses so much easier. Because they are small, the units won't take up much space in your car (if you are taking it with you) or in your cottage or shed (if you're leaving it in one spot).
Certain units run off the lighter outlet in your car for power so it can also be useful thing to have in your car's emergency kit.
Many of these compressors come in kits so you get all the accessories you need in one package. You purchase these units at your local hardware or home store or even online. You can even find used units if cost is a concern. You'll want to think carefully about purchasing a unit this way though. Because you will still be paying a fair bit of money (even if the unit is used), you want to ensure that it is in perfect working order before shelling out any money on it.
Purchasing a small air compress for around the house or cottage or for your car will ensure that you have a stable source of compressed air for any of your odd jobs. This will save you a lot of time and money, as well as some hassle.