Pump the tire and paint the car: ATL explains how to choose a compressor

Specialists from the all-Ukrainian network of service stations explained what to consider when choosing a compressor in the company’s online store catalog.

Why is a compressor needed

A compressor is a device whose main task is to produce a continuous flow of air at a specified pressure. Compressors can be electromechanical or based on a small internal combustion engine (used rarely). By power supply type, electromechanical compressors are divided into those powered from household alternating current and those connected directly to the vehicle’s electrical system (direct current).

A compressor can be used for various tasks:

• compact automotive compressors for inflating tires on the go, which are convenient to carry with you;
• large powerful models with a receiver for paintwork at service stations and for connecting pneumatic tools;
• low-power miniature devices operating from the cigarette lighter, designed for inflating mattresses, pools, inflatable furniture, etc. — everything that is convenient to carry with you on vacation in the trunk of a car.

What characteristics to consider when choosing

When choosing an automotive compressor, you should primarily pay attention to:

• Performance — for a car wheel with a diameter of R14, a performance of 40 liters per minute is sufficient. The ATL online store catalog features models with performance from 10 to 1070 liters per minute.
• Power supply type:
  • connection directly to the battery terminals;
  • connection to the cigarette lighter.
• Presence of a pressure gauge. Most modern compressors are equipped with a pressure gauge, but some models are equipped with a so-called auto-stop — it turns off automatically when the desired pressure is reached, but also requires occasional checking.
• Price. Of course, this is the most difficult question when choosing, so it is best to pay attention to models that are not only suitable in price but also popular among Ukrainian motorists. The search filter system of the company’s online store allows you to do this.

How to choose and buy

To purchase an optimal compressor on the website or in one of ATL’s offline stores, you should understand what the device is needed for, what performance it has, and what is the optimal power source. If you encounter difficulties during the selection, the network’s consultants are ready to help either in stores or by phone hotline at (044) 458 78 78. You can request a call directly on the company’s official website https://atl.ua/.