Makita AC001 Review & Buyers Guide – All You Need To Know

Let’s imagine how frustrating it can be when using a bulky machine for a small project at home. You definitely want to avoid such a cumbersome situation, don’t you?

Relax! That is not going to happen when you use a Makita AC001 model. Thanks to the lightweight steel design( just 23.1 lbs); this model can be easily transferred to anywhere, even the narrowest spaces.

Overall, if you are looking for a compact air compressor for working at home, Makita AC001 will don’t let you down.

How about the performance? Is it too small to nail the performance?

Well, the answer is no. Despite its lightweight design, the machine is highly-efficient. If you take the time to read the user manual, you can find that Makita AC001 is quite different.

This unit uses the 120 VAC outlet for the 1/6 HP motor which isn’t the small house power. At the maximum power, the machine can provide up to 125 PSI that is perfect for inflation, trim work, airbrushing, and more.

Thanks to the induction motors, this air compressor has won us over with its long-lasting durability. Besides, using the Low AMP draw protects the tripped breakers against any problem when starting.

Are you sensitive to noise? Luckily, Makita AC001 is not a noisy machine. Compared with the other products in the market, this model really works well at 72 dBA noise level. Not absolutely quiet but it still good enough for working at home.

You can not expect a large tank capacity on this compact machine because most of them do light duty. However, Makita AC001 still is good enough with one-gallon at tank capacity and faster recovery time.

Based on the user manual, this model can work at 90 PSI with a 0.45 SCFM rating, which means you must be careful when using this model for heavy duty in the workshop. For example, most air instruments such as a nailer framing are not ideal for this device.

Besides, Makita AC001 is an oil-free machine, and it doesn’t need oil lubrication. How convenient! You can save a lot of time on this task. However, you should check and clean regularly to ensure your device works without a hitch.

Last but not least, the little yet handy features must be taken into consideration when choosing any model.

Have you ever had to strain your eyes on a small pressure gauge? Forget such pain! The large gauges of Makita AC001 will allow you to watch and adjust the tank pressure with its larger clock size.

It doesn’t stop there. You can have high expectations of the portability of this model. At the top, it equips with the rubber handle for easier moving. Also, the rubber feet minimize vibration when running.

Unfortunately, this model doesn’t come with spare parts, so you may spend more money than that if you wanna use the full options version.

Nothing is perfect, this unit also has its own strengths and weaknesses depending on the requirement of the job.

Pros:

• Lightweight design provides great portability.
• Faster recovery time
• Long-lasting durability and stable performance
• Induction motors for enduring running
• The low noise level when running ( 72dBA) that is ideal for working at home
• High upgrade level by many spare parts
• Good service by a 30-day return policy

Cons:

• Doesn’t use for heavy-duty
• Doesn’t include spare parts

It’s clear that the device is not for heavy tasks at the workshop. However, this machine will be your best friend if you use it for small projects such as inflation, trim work, airbrushing, or merely some DIY task at home.

Besides, thanks to the lightweight design, Makita AC001 seems to be perfect for a beach party or camping. You also can use this machine to float mattresses or inflate balls.