Black & Decker ASI300 Air Station Inflator
Posted on | October 6, 2009 | 3 Comments
Powerful and portable, the Black & Decker ASI300 Air Station Inflator is the portable solution to household and on-the-go inflation needs. An illuminated pressure gauge gives you precise control, with an automatic shut off feature to make inflation easy. The ASI300 draws power from any home outlet or your vehicle’s lighter socket, so you can set it up where you need it.ul.indent {list-style: inside disc;text-indent: 20px;}img.withlink {border:1px black solid;}a.nodecoration {text-decoration: none}Plugs into wall sockets or vehicle lighter sockets for versatility. View larger.Powerful Inflator Meets a Range of NeedsWith inflation power up to 160 PSI, the ASI300 can take care of a range of inflation tasks. Pump up an air mattre (more…)
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October 6th, 2009 @ 3:08 pm
Overall works pretty well.
Positives:
- All hoses and wires and adaptors store inside the unit, for neatness.
- built-in handle is nice
- long 12V auto power cord
- two-year warranty
Negatives:
- When it stops automatically after inflating one item (such as a tire), it must be turned off and back on to inflate another item, or to increase pressure setting and continue filling.
- the AC power cord is extremely short. Pretty much requires an extension cord.
- the air hose is fairly short.
- The noise it makes is quite loud, though not as loud as some I’ve heard.
- fitting the cords and hose back into the storage compartment is not easy.
- the valve adapter is plastic, not metal, and doesn’t seem sturdy. It works so far, however.
October 6th, 2009 @ 3:41 pm
I have used it for about a week now. It is much better than the one I got from Walmart. The major issue I see is that the pressure gauge on this machine is rather small and it will be hard for you differentiate between 27psi versus 29psi without using an external gauge. My Toyota Camry calls for 29psi and my other car asks for 34psi front and 36psi rear. It was impossible for me to read 34 vs 36 psi on this machine’s gauge.
Tip: To get the best out of this machine – get a good external mechanical pressure gauge with a relief valve (you can get a decent one for under $10 at Walmart). Then set the dial on this machine to be slightly over (2-3 psi more) the pressure required (I set it to 30psi when filling my Camry which needs 29 psi). Fill the tires with air using the machine. Then use the external gauge to measure the pressure and release the air using its relief valve until the pressure is at the desired reading. Works like a charm for me.
Other than this, the machine is quite nice and with a 2 year warranty it is a good buy. Amazon’s price was amongst the lowest I could find.
October 6th, 2009 @ 7:04 pm
First thing you should know, the Air Station Inflator is LOUD. Wear ear plugs if you care about your eardrums. Secondly, you must shut off the inflator and start it up again for every car tire. Third, the AC cord is a measly few inches. You will need to buy an extension cord. Finally, buy a digital car gauge to make sure you have an accurate measurement.
I thought it would be a snap to fill my own tires but it’s laborious, tedious, and loud. You might want to look at a more expensive, quieter model.
Update 8-12-07: With its imperfections noted, I continue to use the Black and Decker and have gotten used to it. Sure, it’s loud, but it beats going to the gas station and putting quarters into the air machine and scrambling to put air in your tires with your allotted 5 minutes. So for 50 bucks, the Black and Decker is worth it.