How many amps (12A or 15A) is this compressor rated at? Has anyone blown a car fuse when used? (Thanks for all the responses. The manufacturer just confirmed that it is 15A.)
1609451
I might have to get a new pump because this one has blown the fuse 3 times now. Cool pump if it weren't for that problem...
1609452
I beilieve its a 15amp...not indicated...however, I've done three heavy duty fillups with it and have had now problems...my 2001 Sierra's outlet is the cigarette lighter which is notoriously lame and has not blown a fuse
1609453
The compressor, when working hard, will possibly draw more than 10 amps. But it has an easily removable 15 amp fuse in the cigar/cigarette lighter plug. So it is designed not to draw 15 amps or it will blow its own fuse. If your car fuse blows then your car fuse for the cigarette lighter is the wrong size. Check the decal on the car fuse cover for the right size.
1609454
The manual says, "Use only with 12v/10A power source." It blew a 20A fuse in my car. I replaced it and it hasn't blown again.
1609455
I concur with Mr. Pandos. The included instruction manual notes, "Use only with 12V/10A power source." I have one tire with a slow leak, and have not blown a fuse while "topping it off". But I did blow a 20A fuse when I was inflating my spare tire (a donut or mini-spare in a 2000 Saturn SL2). It should be inflated to 60psi (if I recall correctly). Consequently it took longer to inflate than any of the 4 main tires. It did get fairly warm (perhaps this should have been my first clue). I was not running the engine at the time, but I'm not sure whether or not that had anything to do with the fuse blowing. I concur with Mr. Pandos. The included instruction manual notes, "Use only with 12V/10A power source." I have one tire with a slow leak, and have not blown a fuse while "topping it off". But I did blow a 20A fuse when I was inflating my spare tire (a donut or mini-spare in a 2000 Saturn SL2). It should be inflated to 60psi (if I recall correctly). Consequently it took longer to inflate than any of the 4 main tires. It did get fairly warm (perhaps this should have been my first clue). I was not running the engine at the time, but I'm not sure whether or not that had... » Read More I concur with Mr. Pandos. The included instruction manual notes, "Use only with 12V/10A power source." I have one tire with a slow leak, and have not blown a fuse while "topping it off". But I did blow a 20A fuse when I was inflating my spare tire (a donut or mini-spare in a 2000 Saturn SL2). It should be inflated to 60psi (if I recall correctly). Consequently it took longer to inflate than any of the 4 main tires. It did get fairly warm (perhaps this should have been my first clue). I was not running the engine at the time, but I'm not sure whether or not that had anything to do with the fuse blowing. « Show Less
1609456
Most car fuses are 20 amp for the ciggarrette lighter.I have not blown any fuses using this compressor.However if you uses a port long enough (15-20 min) it can get really hot and that is what causes the fuse to blow.This unit is not meant to be used commercially etc.
1121666
should be less than 15A. the wire gauge is thin and plugs into a cigg socket which also are often 15A mine is now in storage for 3 years so i cant check the fuse.
910680
On paper, yes, with enough amps left over for other devices. In reality, this compressor will probably have a hard time and might get damaged. See Del's answer. Also this only supplies 120 volts, so make sure you don't need 240.
748085
Well shucks, I don't know and it was not specified. I bought it for my uncle and it is a direct replacement on his air compressor which has a 5 horse motor on it. It is exactly like mine too which has a 6 horse motor. Six horses at 745 watts per horse is 4470 watts divided by 220 v comes to 20.32 amps, I think? It will handle AT LEAST that load with no problems anyhow. My uncle's failed due to an air leak, not due to an electrical problem.
2222284
We have yet to use the compressor due to not having 220V electrical power hooked up yet. We will be using this unit to operate (hopefully) and/or DOP test air powered HEPA vacuum cleaners in a nuclear power station. Sorry that I could not be of more help.
888271
I do not know amps fuse is rated for, but have had the product for several months and use it regularly; and have had absolutely no problems with the unit (fuses or otherwise).
854204
I am curious about this too. Has anybody used this successfully in a vehicle with 10 amp fuses?
1127846
At 12.0 volts (right off my power supply): High setting draws 3.5 amps, Low setting draws 2.7 amps. To test this I had to sit on it, as it has a presence switch. IE: 0 Amps, if your not sitting in it. My car Aux has 15 amp fuse, so plenty of headroom for two. Check your fuse to make sure. Good rule of thumb is to only use 75% of fuse rating.
1610530
good day, no this ac compressor is not the correct one. here is the link to the correct compressor. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KFS1TFW if you have any question please feel free to ask us.
1739310
if you have a separate potential relay and a start capacitor with bleed off resistor, then you have the best solution. make sure capacitor is matched to your compressor requirements,
848481
5 amps per Frigidaire and 550 watts if power factor is 1.0 and voltage is 110 volts. rule of thumb (?) is peak start-up current for fan and compressor will be 10 to 13 amps. Should work well with 15 or 20 amp circuit breakers, provided you know the amps of other appliances in same circuit.
266671
When the car engine is running the alternator raises the battery to over 13 volts. The power needed for the compressor is the voltage times the current. Therefore the higher the voltage the lower the needed current. You have a lesser chance of exceding the current limit and blowing the fuse.
1638583
I would go with a 15. 10 blows too often, 20 really isn't safe enough. Try and use a "slow blow" or "slow burn" fuse since anything amplified will power spike.
1129681
You can look it up online or in your manual. It looks like it's 15 amp. Also it would be good to check if there are many functions powered by the same fuse because that could cause issues.
2031074
install a hard start 3-in-1 capacitor, look it up its cheap and provides the massive power needed to start the compressor while using a lower wattage generator, it's a very known solution to using lower rated generators for A/C
910941
Dear friend, I believe it is a compressor 3 to 6 AMPS, This is a cut in pressure switch operating On when pressure drops below 90 psi to 100 psi it cuts in and over 120- it cuts offif it is in the above range and single phase you can use on your present compressoe _
706542
Ok here you go it uses 10.5 amps you can use a 12 amp fuse if you can get it or 15 amp fuse ( check you wire size)