Mattress pumps: what are they and how to choose them?

Air mattresses are very comfortable and practical. They can be used both at home and outdoors. True, for pumping them it is necessary to use special pumps, which today are presented in a wide range. We will talk about what they are, how to choose such a device correctly.

For a long time, the market leader was a manual or mechanical pump for inflating mattresses. He is still quite popular today. It has a compact size, fairly light weight, convenient and easy to use, and also has a wide range of uses. Today, such a portable pump is available in two forms.

Let's just say - this is not the best option for inflating large mattresses. You have to do all the necessary manipulations with your hands and only in a half-bent position, moreover, due to the small volume of the device, the inflation process itself is rather slow. But at the same time, such a device has a compact size and very light weight, which allows you to transport it comfortably even over the longest distances.

The foot mechanical unit is a more advanced model. When using it, there are no special difficulties. The pumping process is carried out by feet - all that is required of a person is just to make money on a special tab, and legs can be easily changed as you get tired. In addition, you can work just standing straight or, if necessary, holding on to a support, which does not cause additional inconvenience or stress on the spine.

Like the manual model, This one is compact and light weight. The main advantage of mechanical pumps, regardless of their type, is compact size and low price. In addition, several different types of tips are usually included with such a device, which allows them to be used to inflate mattresses and other products of different sizes and from different manufacturers.

Such an electrical unit is considered only highly specialized. Currently, it is used only in medical institutions for inflating and maintaining the optimal density of therapeutic mattresses for bedridden patients. Working fixture around the clock and only from direct connection to the mains. Such pumps are sold only in specialized stores, and they are not suitable for inflating ordinary home or camping / water mattresses. They have a very high cost and a complex principle of operation.

As the name implies, such a pump will not function separately from the mattress itself. Built-in units are found in almost any inflatable furniture. They allow you to simply and quickly pump up inflatable furniture to a certain degree of rigidity. They do not need to be transported separately, but if the mattress itself breaks, then the pump cannot be used independently in the future, because it will fail too.

It is considered today the simplest and most convenient to use. It has several varieties, but they all have one thing in common. heavy weight and relatively high cost.

The battery model is the most popular and convenient to use. All that is needed from a person is to connect the pump to the mattress and press the start button. The unit will do the rest on its own. True, in order for the device to serve for a long time and properly, it sometimes needs to be recharged, as indicated in the manufacturer's instructions.

A battery-powered pump powered by a car connection is also very popular today. Such models are actively used by those who have to travel frequently. Indeed, at any time, with virtually no physical costs, you can pump up both the mattress and the boat, and even pump up the tires a little.

Battery powered devices have appeared on the market relatively recently, but have already gained great popularity. They, like the pumps of the previous type, are more often used by those people who regularly travel. Such a unit can act as a spare when it is not possible to use any other. But it should be taken into account that without changing batteries, it can work for only 2 cycles in a row.

All of the above types of mattress pumps are convenient and multifunctional to use. However, in order for the purchased unit to serve for a really long time and with high quality, it is necessary to choose products from trusted brands.

Currently, mattress pumps are marketed by many manufacturers, but for many years in a row, the company has been the undisputed market leader. Intex. This brand has won the trust of customers not only for a long period of its existence, but also for the highest quality products. It was Intex that became one of the first to sell mattresses with an already built-in pump, and the line of its mechanical units allows you to choose a device for every taste, color and budget. Therefore, this brand rightfully takes first place in the ranking.

The company is in second place. Drillpro. Electric pumps of this manufacturer are quite in demand and popular. Products designed for inflating and adjusting the firmness of mattresses are compact in size and light in weight.

The pump itself is made of high quality and safe materials. A big advantage, in addition to the low price, is the fact that almost every product is equipped with several types of different nozzles, which allows you to significantly expand the scope of the device.

In the third place of the mini-rating, according to both specialists and ordinary buyers, is the company's products High Peak Akku Elektropumpe. In this case, we are talking about battery models of this brand. They are the most durable, powerful and convenient to use, as well as completely safe. As can be seen from this rating, it is better to purchase almost every type of pump from a specific manufacturer.

Before you go to the store for a new mattress pump, you should carefully study and put into practice the recommendations for choosing it. Without taking them into account, it will be quite difficult to purchase a really high-quality, inexpensive and durable device in use. Therefore, first of all, you should pay attention to such nuances of further operation.

• Folded size. Most mattress pumps have a collapsible design. The smaller the volume in this form they occupy, the better and more practical they are. It will be convenient when traveling, and at home such a unit will not take up much space.
• The air capacity of the mattress itself. Everything is simple here - the larger it is, the more modern and powerful the pump itself should be. Otherwise, its operation will be inconvenient and impractical, and the inflation of the mattress itself will take too much time.
• Frequency of use - the more often the unit will be used, the more convenient and durable it should be. Power should also be taken into account here - high-power pumps will easily withstand even daily loads.
• Location of the device itself. So, if you plan to use the unit in places without access to electricity, then it is better to choose mechanical or battery models.

For each specific pump, the manufacturer encloses detailed instructions for its operation, it is they who must be carefully observed. In general, remember that:

• the pump should only be used for its intended purpose;
• independent analysis of the unit should not be performed without proper skills;
• only completely healthy and adult persons are allowed to operate the pump;
• Any repairs should only be carried out by authorized persons.

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