Tire Inflators & Compressors
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Buying a tire inflator is the cheapest way to save on fuel and tires: underinflated tires increase fuel consumption and wear out faster at the edges. At Strex, you can choose between an electric 3-in-1 tire inflator with a compressor—set it, press it, done—and a classic floor pump that inflates up to 11 bar without the need for electricity.
Electric or hand pump: which one suits you?
The electric compressor is the all-rounder: set the pressure, attach the valve, and it stops automatically at the right value—cars, bicycles, scooters, and air mattresses, all with the same pump. The hand pump wins on two points that are often forgotten: it is always ready to go without a battery or power outlet, and with its 11-bar range, it also inflates road bike tires to the correct pressure—a pressure that many small compressors struggle with. Road cyclists choose the hand pump, families with both cars and bikes choose the compressor, and those who have both will never be without.
What to look for?
- ✔ Automatic stop — set the pressure and the compressor stops exactly at the desired value
- ✔ Valve types — car (Schrader) and bicycle (Presta/Dunlop) valves require appropriate attachments; 3-in-1 covers them all
- ✔ Maximum pressure — 11 bar covers everything from car tires (±2.5 bar) to road bikes (6-8 bar)
- ✔ Pressure gauge — reading it while pumping prevents over- and under-inflation
- ✔ Warranty — standard 2-year warranty at Strex
The forgotten routine that adds years to your tires: check the pressure every month, and always on cold tires—after a drive, the air is warm and you might measure up to half a bar too much. The correct values are on the sticker in your door frame or fuel filler flap, not on the tire itself (that shows the maximum, not the recommended pressure). Combine the check with your first visit to the gas station of the month and it will become second nature. For emergencies on the road, the compressor on the 4000A jump starter is a dual lifesaver—jump starter and tire inflator in one case. You can find more for bikes and scooters at bicycle & scooter.
Frequently asked questions
What tire pressure does my car need?
The correct pressure is on a sticker in the driver's side door frame or behind the fuel filler flap—usually between 2.2 and 2.7 bar, depending on the load. The number on the tire itself is the maximum pressure, not the recommendation. Measure on cold tires for an accurate reading.
Can I also inflate bicycle tires with an electric pump?
Yes, the 3-in-1 compressor comes with attachments for car, bicycle, and scooter valves, as well as air mattresses. Set the desired pressure and the pump stops automatically. Only for the high pressure of road bikes, reaching up to 8 bar, does the hand pump with its 11-bar range remain the most reliable choice.
How often should I check tire pressure?
Once a month is the standard—tires slowly but surely lose air, even without a leak. Underinflated tires cost noticeably more fuel and wear out faster. Connect the check to a fixed moment, such as the first fuel stop of the month.
Check out the tire inflators from Strex—electric or manual—and never drive with low tire pressure again.
Want to know more? Read our article "Tire pressure: how often should you check it?".