Micro compressors are small, battery-powered air compressors used for emergencies or to inflate water toys. They can also be used in the custom automotive industry and for airbrushing. They have the advantage of being able to be placed in out-of-the-way locations but cannot deliver large quantities of compressed air at high pressures. Overheating can also be a common problem. Some models are virtually silent, while others are noisy. Mini compressor units are capable of supplying the air needed to power an airbrush.
A micro compressor is an air compressor that is much smaller in size than your typical garage air compressor. Typically battery powered, the microcompressor can be a portable unit used for emergency situations with flat tires or to inflate water toys at the beach. Other uses for the micro-supercharger are found in the custom automotive industry, where petite pumps are used to actuate airbag-type suspension components on low-rider type vehicles and off-road vehicles.
One of the disadvantages of a micro compressor is the inability to deliver large quantities of compressed air at high pressures. The relative size of the small machine’s pumping component prevents large-scale air movement in most cases. The average microcompressor operates at very high speeds to generate enough compressed air to fill a reserve tank. When air is used from the tank, it often takes a long time to replenish the tank supply. Overheating is often a common problem when using a micro compressor for long term air supply operations.
An advantage to using the small compressor is the ability to place the pumps in out of the way locations. Inside automobile body cavities, frame rails, and under seats, small air compressors are free to do their job without causing an eyesore in an otherwise customized or show-styled vehicle. When used as an emergency tool, the small size allows the device to be kept out of the way until needed. While some pumps are virtually silent, other typically low cost units tend to be very noisy. Noise is not usually an issue when choosing a supercharger for use in an emergency application, however, this can be problematic when purchasing a supercharger for frequent use, such as to power a custom vehicle suspension.
Other uses for the micro-compressor are in operating an airbrush and other art materials. Mini compressor units are more than capable of supplying the air needed to power an airbrush. The small painting devices can be used to create custom T-shirts by sidewalk vendors and to detail larger works in studio settings. These microcompressor models are commonly run on household current and are of the highest quality. Designed with highly efficient pump units, these small compressors are able to deliver large quantities of high pressure air for long periods without overheating or decreasing pressure.
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