Craftsman is best known for its mechanics tool sets, power tools, and tool boxes, but the century-old brand also manufactures quite a few car-related products. More specifically, the company sells a wide range of tire inflators, including the Craftsman 12V Dual Power Tire Inflator, the Craftsman 20V 3-in-1 Inflator, Vacuum, and Blower, and the Craftsman Wall-Mounted Tire Inflator.
None of these Craftsman tire inflators are particularly large. But if you want to get your hands on the smallest option so that it’s simple enough to stash it in your car’s glovebox without it taking up too much space, the Craftsman Mini Tire Inflator is the clear winner. It’s also on sale for 25% off at Amazon right now, further making it the most obvious choice for anyone searching for an affordable tire inflator to take on a summer road trip. It normally retails for $40, but you can pick one up for only $30, its lowest price in 90 days.
Rare DealMeasuring 5 inches long, 3 inches wide, and 8 inches tall, and weighing 1.3 pounds, this Craftsman tire inflator is every bit as “mini” as its name suggests. However, you shouldn’t let its small size fool you, as it’s just as capable as Craftsman’s other options when it’s time to fill up car tires with air. It features five inflation modes — ball, bike, motorcycle, car, and custom — and it’s strong enough to top off the air in four car tires from 30 PSI to 36 PSI in just 45 seconds.
This tire inflator is also equipped with a built-in 6,000mAh rechargeable battery that lasts surprisingly long. And despite its size, Craftsman still managed to work an LED screen into the mix, too. It displays real-time tire pressure and battery life, allowing you to keep a close eye on these factors while you’re busy inflating tires.
“It’s such a handy product,” one reviewer wrote. “Its small size is my favorite aspect, and its affordability is also a big plus.”
Another shopper added, “It’s super convenient and easy to use. Just enter the PSI, connect it to a tire’s valve stem, and press enter. It will stop when it reaches the correct pressure.”
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The Craftsman Mini Tire Inflator is 25% off at Amazon. Order one today, and don’t leave home without it this summer.
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Chris Yuscavage
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