Hose end inflator with gauge

[GaryMX5]

I'm looking for a decent hose end inflator with gauge (digital or dial) for my compressor. I have an older milton style inflator with the sliding linear gauge in the glass bubble that's getting harder for my old eyes to see. I have looked at The Jaco's, Astro's, Rhino's, etc. I assume some are better than others. I would like something that's easy to read, has reasonable accuracy and durability, and has a easy to use chuck (or one that's replaceable). Recommendations appreciated.

 

[drtyler]

I have used this Astro 3082 for several years. I like it and would recommend.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015NC4DXY

 

[KYMISTWALKER]

They have great ones on Amazon for 10 bucks.

 

[Rand]

I bought this astro on recommendation from bitog..
It is very nice.
https://www.amazon.com/Astro-3018-Pressure-Inflator-Stainless/dp/B002PUTC0M

uses AAA which is a bonus IMO.
inflates/deflates, also backlit, very accurate.

 

[Cujet]

I end up purchasing a quality liquid filled gauge and attaching it on top of a conventional tire filler. I also remove the clip on air chuck and install a quality 2-way chuck. Much easier when filling tractor tires, bicycle tires and motorcycle tires that the 'straight on' method might make difficult or impossible.



https://www.amazon.com/EVOULTES-Con...736544546&sprefix=tire+filler,aps,136&sr=8-10

I also have one like this and like it (Napa)

https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/NPT611789?cid=paidsearch_shopping_dcoe_google&gQT=1

 

[GaryMX5]

drtyler and Rand, do your gauges have a pressure hold feature (when you remove the chuck the pressure reading will remain until cleared)? How does the two way valve handle work to add and release air? Is that pretty easy to modulate? I'm used to a seperate pressure release button. I ask because I'm an old dog and slow to learn new tricks. I seem to be constantly adding and releasing air so the easier the better for me.

 

[Silverado12]

Milton Gauge A little more pricey but still under $100.00 and made in USA.

 

[JWC86]

I picked up a new in box Milton digital inflator from marketplace a year ago for about 40% of the new cost. It’s been awesome, I think I might have changed the lock on end for something different however so maybe I shouldn’t recommend it.

 

[Donald]

I'm looking for a decent hose end inflator with gauge (digital or dial) for my compressor. I have an older milton style inflator with the sliding linear gauge in the glass bubble that's getting harder for my old eyes to see. I have looked at The Jaco's, Astro's, Rhino's, etc. I assume some are better than others. I would like something that's easy to read, has reasonable accuracy and durability, and has a easy to use chuck (or one that's replaceable). Recommendations appreciated.

I tell you the cordless inflators (Ryobi & Milwaukee at least) where you set the desired pressure and let it run until it stops or beeps have gotten me to almost never use my large compressor to fill tires. Maybe they make a hose end inflator that is automatic? Like today it's snow and ice outside. Would I want to drag my air hose out there or just bring out the cordless inflator?

 

[Cruisin'n5thgear]

I picked up a new in box Milton digital inflator from marketplace a year ago for about 40% of the new cost. It’s been awesome, I think I might have changed the lock on end for something different however so maybe I shouldn’t recommend it.

I have this and I'm a big fan. https://miltonindustries.com/collec...ge-dual-head-air-chuck?variant=45825995669826

 

[GaryMX5]

I have this and I'm a big fan. https://miltonindustries.com/collec...ge-dual-head-air-chuck?variant=45825995669826

That's very similar to the one I have now (maybe identical). My old eyes struggle to read the small numerals in the glass sight unless lighting is perfect. Something more readable is my primary goal. I must admit that the milton gauge is built well and will outlive me! Those Astro gauges mentioned above look promising.

 

[GaryMX5]

I tell you the cordless inflators (Ryobi & Milwaukee at least) where you set the desired pressure and let it run until it stops or beeps have gotten me to almost never use my large compressor to fill tires. Maybe they make a hose end inflator that is automatic? Like today it's snow and ice outside. Would I want to drag my air hose out there or just bring out the cordless inflator?

The nice thing about using my compressor is that I can do all four tires in just a few minutes (probably faster once I get a inflator with gauge I can read without fumbling around). I have a hose reel mounted on the garage wall that's very convenient. I also have a portable air pig I keep aired up if needed. I should mention that I did get both of my sister-in-laws little hand held compressors that have dial in settings. Every time I visited them their tires were often way under inflated. Hopefully now they have no excuses to keep track of them.

 

[terry274]

I have been happy with this one, although the gauge reads a few pounds high.
Edit, just reread the original post. This appears to be what he has and has trouble reading. The gauge is small.

Milton Tire Inflator

https://miltonindustries.com/collec...d-air-chuck-tire-inflator-gauge-15-hose-s-505

 

[Silverado12]

Gauge After reading this, I realized I wanted an inflator too. I ordered the Milton 0-60 car inflator but I see the OP already has one like this.

 

[Donald]

Here is a hose end automatic inflator

 

[Tow motor]

PCL makes very high quality inflators. I have been using one for many years.

 

[TLAR640]

I use this. Worth a look! Longacre Racing Deluxe 2½” GID Quick Fill Tire Gauge 0-60 psi Item #: 52-52009

 

[zzyzzx]

They have great ones on Amazon for 10 bucks.

They don't last.

 

[KYMISTWALKER]

They don't last.

We have three here we’ve had for 4+ years that still works like new

 

[KYMISTWALKER]

https://a.co/d/9FWh9bN