How to Choose an Air Compressor You Can Carry

Air compressors can fill up rafts and other children's toys.

Air compressors can be used to complete all sorts of jobs around your workshop and home. You can use an air compressor to fill tires in your bicycle or motor vehicle. You can also use it for smaller jobs, such as putting air into pool toys or for more complex jobs like painting or airbrushing a project. Sometimes you need an air compressor that's portable.

Instructions

1. Opt for a portable air compressor. Portable air compressors typically have smaller tanks, such as a two to six gallon tank, making them ideal for carrying around. When you start looking at larger models, they typically have wheels because they're not meant to be carried.

2. Find out the exact weight of the air compressor. The product description for the air compressors you're choosing from should contain the weight of the tool. Consider how much you think you can lift and carry around to help you narrow down your choices.

3. Test it out. To see if you can physically carry the air compressor, go to the store and pick it up for yourself. Carry it around a little and hold it in the same position you will be holding it to complete your project.

4. Keep the length of your project in mind. Just because you can pick up the air compressor for a few minutes in the store doesn't mean you can hold it up for the two hours your project is going to take. Consider how long you might need to carry the air compressor before choosing one.

References

• Air Compressor Buying Guide: Air Compressors