Steve Shender
Checking and inflating our cars' tires has always been a frustrating job for me, but this well-designed tire inflator promises to make it easier. It has a combination of features I haven't found on any of the more than several inflators I've used in the past including: a "leakless" thumb-press hose connector, quick inflation time, digital pressure display and automatic shutoff, AC power (if you have an outlet handy) and DC power (to run off your car battery if you don't), easy storage of power cord and inflation hose. Having struggled to neatly stow power cords and inflation hoses after use on other inflators I've had, I especially appreciate the last feature.
It's easy to use the digital gauge to set this inflator to shut off automatically once the tire reaches reaches your selected pressure. Just be sure to follow the instructions to select the pressure and then wait until the gauge reads "0" again before you start the inflator.
I like to keep our cars' tires at 36 psi (cold). After my first use, I'd say this inflator did a pretty good job of hitting the mark, based on my follow up with a digital tire gauge -- trust but verify always being a good idea. Anyway, I can't say for certain that it's always dead on re. selected pressure, which is why I'm giving it four stars instead of five for accuracy.
| Color | Red |
|---|---|
| Brand | CRAFTSMAN |
| Item Weight | 3.8 Pounds |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Air Flow Capacity | 5 Cubic Feet Per Minute |
| Maximum Pressure | 160 Pound per Square Inch |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00885911549264 |
| Manufacturer | CRAFTSMAN |
| UPC | 885911549264 |
| Part Number | CMCE520B |
| Item Weight | 3.8 pounds |
| Package Dimensions | 12.45 x 7.52 x 6.54 inches |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | CMCE520B |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Voltage | 20 Volts |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Special Features | PRESSURE DETECTION |
| Included Components | (1) CMCE520 Inflator (1) Ball needle (1) Presta valve adapter (1) Small inflatable adapter (1) Large volume hose Battery and charger sold separately |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Warranty Description | 3 Year Limited Warranty |