MECO AC-powered air duster w/asst tips $25.99 @ Newegg (220V?)

[VirtualLarry]

Are you a human?

www.newegg.com

WTH? It lists 220V in specs? This may be a Euro import, BEWARE.

 

[mikeford]

In for one, no reviews on newegg, but lots of good reviews on amazon (where its $50). Hits the window of could be good, vs things I know that do what it says are more like $100+

 

[VirtualLarry]

In for one, no reviews on newegg

Please, if you choose to, please let us know what you think, and if you've ever used a "Datavac", how it compares (I have not).

 

[Kledgie]

I bought one as well. Thx Larry.

 

[pbroussard]

I used to be in the construction biz, and have a pretty big collection of Ryobi cordless tools. One of the best uses of them was the cordless 18V blower, Think about a third the size/power of an electric or gas blower. I'd take a computer outside, open it up, hold the fans with a finger and let it rip. Cleaned a case out in seconds.

 

[gibster]

I use my compressor with a variety of nozzles for this kind of job

 

[BenJeremy]

I got one of these types of tools a while back, very useful... they run hot when you use it as an inflator, but worked great (pool toys, pool pillows for winterizing) and far better than can dusters. Definitely convenient.

 

[Kledgie]

Right. Better than buying the cans!

 

[Thump553]

I'm thinking a cheapo air compressor and set of attachments from Walmart or Harbor Freight would cost maybe $50-60 bucks (even not on sale) and would be far more practical. I try to avoid single-use type tools if possible. If nothing else the compressor is also good for keeping your tires properly inflated thus cutting fuel costs.

 

[dlerious]

You might want to check its power. What little specs I saw said 220V and one of the pics under it shows an EU type wall plug.

 

[VirtualLarry]

You might want to check its power. What little specs I saw said 220V and one of the pics under it shows an EU type wall plug.

I really hope, for the sake of everyone buying these, and my reputation, that those are just outdated specs/pics.

I'm really sorry, I didn't catch that right away.

 

[gibster]

Actually the plug looks Australian, mates...

 

[dlerious]

I really hope, for the sake of everyone buying these, and my reputation, that those are just outdated specs/pics.

I'm really sorry, I didn't catch that right away.

Their website lists a US version ($45) https://www.meco-ele.com/MECO-Air-P...ompressed-Air-Cans-p-403251.html?rmmds=search

Looks like a Honk Kong and Shenzen based business. The one video I saw, it sounded loud like my Datavac, but with a little higher pitch.

 

[mikeford]

First test I plan is to plug it into a Killawatt to see true power use.

 

[balloonshark]

I bought a Metro ED500 DataVac in 2010 when they were affordable for $43. It's like a holding a hurricane in your hand. I think it's basically a vacuum motor and it's certainly as loud as one. I kind of wish it wasn't as powerful or had a variable speed. It's built like a tank and should last forever as little as I use the thing.

 

[BenJeremy]

I really hope, for the sake of everyone buying these, and my reputation, that those are just outdated specs/pics.

I'm really sorry, I didn't catch that right away.

It's probably fine. There are a number of reviews on YouTube, and the US version of Amazon lists proper specs. As these units ship from a US warehouse, it's doubtful these are for the other markets.

 

[mikeford]

Air compressors have too high of a pressure, use too much power, typically spit moisture out from time to time, at least all the cheaper ones without a dryer, and oilless are VERY loud.