Pump inflatables at petrol station forecourt compressor

[ukinflateloonlad]

Is there an adapter or something for UK petrol station tyre compressors to enable you to pump up an inflatable toy on there? Would be quicker and easier for big inflatables. Any tips?

[Vicci]

Re: Pump inflatables at petrol station forecourt compressor

Some of the older ones (that just dispense air until you stop) will work, but the newer digital ones where you set your desired pressure don't work as they need to detect some pressure before they start dispensing air.

[Slow DeFlaite]

Re: Pump inflatables at petrol station forecourt compressor

I use an Intex "Double Quick 3" hand pump. It's double action designed to inflate air mattresses and inflatable rafts.

[ukinflateloonlad]

Re: Pump inflatables at petrol station forecourt compressor

Thanks for the replies. Wondered if there was an adapter or something to make it work. Love the sound of an inflatable going up with a compressor instead of an electric pump

[heleo]

Re: Pump inflatables at petrol station forecourt compressor

Some of the older ones (that just dispense air until you stop) will work, but the newer digital ones where you set your desired pressure don't work as they need to detect some pressure before they start dispensing air.

If you push the flat tire button they might work.