Makita is known throughout the tool industry for building some of the most trusted, most reliable power tools on the market today. Designing drill drivers and miter saws unlike any other manufacturer, and always incorporating a bit of cosmetic pizazz, Makita has established a craftsman following with unparallelled and well deserved devotion. Having recently released a new high-pressure air compressor, the AC310H, Makita is again proving to the industry that they can perfect much more than the cordless drill, while also returning some love to their devotees in the form of a killer compressor.
For those wondering just what makes Makita's AC310H 2.5 horse-power high-pressure air compressor so dang killer, let me tell you a few things about it: this tool, my friends, is a sleek and compact machine with surprisingly big, extremely efficient power. Of course, this is not to suggest that big and extremely efficient power is surprising from Makita, it's certainly not, but this compressor is simply exceptional. Engineered with a surplus of innovative technologies and with the same nearly invincible components and indestructible fabrication Makita tools have become famous for, the tool is aggressively professional and infinitely durable. The thing is also outfitted with the with some new features that allow it to deliver 400 PSI accommodating even the most advanced pneumatic tools.
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In a bit more detail, the compressor is built with a dual capacity design which incorporates two universal couplers for standard nailers and two specialized couplers for high-pressure models. Additionally, although this compressor's big Makita power is crammed into a compact 1.6 gallon tank, the machine still provides the same power capacity as a 5 gallon tank at 120 PSI. Accordingly, the AC310H is kind-of magical and additionally boasts a flabbergasting 1,720 RPM which allows for much greater power displacement at a much lower rate of RPM. This little innovation is also responsible for the compressor's reduced noise emission and, in turn, a much more comfortable working environment.
The tool's overall performance has improved beyond the likes of Makita's earlier models and the compressor now offers, among many other enhancements, a much faster recovery time and an efficient dual-head (2 stage) pump. Said pump is also oil-less meaning you glean a truly superior performance from your compressor without the hassles of constant maintenance and monitoring. The thing also incorporates a low amp draw which dramatically reduces the chance of dropping voltage or tripping a breaker during use. Essentially, it's a sensational partner to any pneumatic tool, and provides operators with a bit of peace of mind and a bit of something to boast about.
Additionally, the tool's four-pole induction motor is not only gorgeous, but it provides the ultimate in durable efficiency, and with it's roll cage and kick plate construction, the compressor is perfectly prepared for the obstacles of jobsite life. The AC310H is an incredible compressor, and as it's built for fantastic convenience and with the big power to support any industrial tool, this is one machine that belongs at the top of every craftsman's wish-list.