A Small Compressor for the Large Vehicle
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QMALL enough to be packed into the ■ --) tool box of a large multi-wheeled vehicle, the Maxim P.U.P. Junior is a lightweight portable compressor capable of tackling a full-sized job, and able to undertake several functions. It is manufactured by Maxim Engineering, Ltd., West Row, Ladbroke Grove, London, W.10, and a high standard of workmanship has been achieved both in design and construction.
Powered by a J.A.P. four-stroke engine of I h.p. or by a h.p. single phase A.C. motor, the compressor, driven by a V-belt from the power unit, has a displacement of 4 cubic ft. per minute and provides a maximum available pressure of 150 lb. per sq, in, lt will inflate a 37-in. by 7-in. tyre to 90 lb. in four minutes.
Adaptable for a number of uses, it can be fitted with spray, grease or dusting guns. The dusting gun can be used for blowing through blocked radiator cores, and will operate small pneumatic tools. The compressor has been compactly mounted on "a reinforced-steel chassis, and is 151 ins, wide and stands 24-i ins. high. Overall length is 24 ins., but with a handle fitted for manceuvring, the length is 40 ins. Split-rim 8-in. by Li-in. wheels are fitted, and the unit weighs 112 lb. Price of the compressor is £47 10s., complete with wheels, and handle, and the range of extra equipment available includes an air filter and separator priced at approximately 13.