Electric influence for semi-rigid: purchasing guide

No more laborious inflation sessions and endoloris muscles! 

With them Electric influence for semi-rigid boats, say goodbye to chore and hello to navigation with ease.

In this article Orca Retail tells you everything to facilitate your purchase of an electrical inflator.

Choose the right electric inflator for your semi-rigid boat

When choosing an electric inflator for your semi-rigid boat, It is important to take into account the following factors:

1. Budget

The price of electric influments for semi-rigid boats varies considerably depending on their characteristics, going from less than 100 euros for entry -level models to high -end models that can exceed 300 euros.

• Economic influence (less than 150 euros): Ideal for small boats (less than 4 meters) and occasional use.
• Mid -range influence (150 to 300 euros): Offer good value for money and are suitable for most semi-rigid boats (4 to 6 meters).
• High -end influence (more than 300 euros): Intended for larger boats (over 6 meters) and demanding users, with advanced features and great durability.

2. Boat size

The power required for your electric inflator depends on the Size of your semi-rigid boat and his sausages:

• 4-meter semi-rigid: 200 to 300 liters per sausage
• 5-meter semi-rigid: 300 to 400 liters per sausage
• 6-meter semi-rigid: 400 to 500 liters per sausage
• Semi-rigid of 7 meters: 500 to 600 liters per sausage
• Semi-rigid of 8 meters: 600 to 800 liters per sausage

So check the size of your sausages well in order to choose an electric inflator that can inflate your two floats within an acceptable time for you. 

3.

Electric influence for semi-rigid boats are available in two main versions:

• Influlers on the mains (220V): Powerful and efficient They allow faster inflation, ideal for bulky boats. ILS require a sector outlet to operate and are less compact. Perfect for use at the dock or at home. 
• Battery influence (12V): More compact and portable, These influenses plug into the battery of the boat, and therefore offer lower performance. Ideal for use at sea or on isolated sites.

4. Features 

Certain electric influits for semi-rigid boats offer additional features that may prove useful, Or even essential for certain users. Here are some examples:

• Deflating: The deflation function allows you to quickly empty the air of the sausages of your boat, Which facilitates its storage and transport. This function is particularly appreciable for large boats or for people who browse frequently.
• LCD screen: An LCD screen allows you to view the air pressure in real time during inflation and deflation. This information is important for ensure that your sausages are swollen at the appropriate pressure, which optimizes the safety and performance of your boat.
• Integrated battery: Some electric influenses are equipped with an integrated battery, This makes them completely portable and usable at sea or on isolated sites. This option is ideal for boaters looking for great freedom of use.
• Automatic stop: Automatic stop allows the inflator to cut himself automatically when the desired air pressure is reached. This function avoids overcoming sausages, Which can damage your boat.
• Protection against thermal overloads: The protection against thermal overload protects the engine from the inflator against overheating. This protection is important to guarantee the longevity of your device.
• Accessories storage: Some electric influenses have a storage space for Keep your equipment organized and easily accessible.

How to inflate your semi-rigid boat?

1. Preparation : Unfold your semi-rigid boat on a flat and clear surface. Make sure the air valves are well accessible.
2. Connection: Connect the inflator to an electrical supply source (mains or battery outlet) and connect it to the main sausage of the boat via the supplied air hose.
3. Inflage: Select the right pressure according to the recommendations of the manufacturer of your boat. Activate the inflator and let him do his job!
4. Monitoring : Monitor the air pressure during inflation and stop the process when the pressure recommended by your manufacturer is reached.
5. Fittings: Disconnect the inflator and review the valve caps.
6. Information of other sausages (if necessary): Repeat steps 3 to 5 for the other sausages in your boat.

Be careful, for the inflation part, there are two steps:

1. Low pressure inflation: In this phase, fill out the air shoes to give them their initial shape, with low pressure between (0.2 and 0.3 bar).
2. High pressure inflation: Then bring your sausages to their service pressure, indicated by the manufacturer of the boat (generally between 0.7 and 1.2 bar). 

Additional advice:

• Consult the owner of the boat owner to find out the recommended inflation pressures.
• Inflect the boat in a clean, dry place.
• Never use air compressor to inflate the sausages.
• Check the sausage pressure regularly and adjust it if necessary.
• Never exceed the maximum service pressure indicated by the manufacturer.

Selection of 4 electric influits for semi-rigid boats

12v spinera

Price observed: 100 euros

Features :

• Food: 12V 
• Flow: 70l/min
• Pressure : 20psi
• Functions: Inflation, programmable pressure with automatic stop
• Weight : Unknown
• Dimensions: 23x14x12cm
• Accessories : 3m cable, 100cm pipe with a nozzle

LOETAD 150PSI

Price observed: Between 150 and 250 euros

Features :

• Food : 12V 
• Speed ​​: Unrecognized
• Pressure : Adjustable 0,3 to 10,3 bar (4,5 to 150 psi)
• Functions: Inflation, deflation, Pressure and preprogramming
• Weight : Unrecognized
• Dimensions: Unrecognized
• Accessories : 2 air nozzles, balloon needle, User manual, 3M power cable

Benefits:

• Multifunctional inflation with pressure pre -programming
• Automatic stop at the desired pressure
• Integrated LED light for better visibility
• Compact and portable for easy transport

BRAVO TURBOMAX SCOPREGA

Price observed: 300 euros

Features :

• Food : 12V
• Speed ​​: 1000 l/min
• Pressure : From 175 to 250 mbar - 3.6 PSI
• Functions: Inflator and deflation
• Weight : 3.5 kg
• Dimensions: 31 x 18 x 19 cm
• Accessories : Tips, battery pliers, 3 m cable, transport cover

Benefits :

• Fast inflation and deflation (7 minutes for a 7m boat)
• Adjustable pressure
• Robust and durable

Disadvantages:

• High price
• Plugs only on battery (car, boat)

Scanstrut Atmos

Source: Tecmar

Price observed: 557 €

Features:

• Food : 12V
• Power : Unrecognized
• Pressure : 20 psi (1.5 bar) 
• Functions: Inflation, deflation
• Weight : 4.3 kg
• Dimensions: 31x38x26 cm
• Accessories : 2.5 m hose, 6 different connectors, sun protection cover

Benefits :

• Integrates directly into your boat (compact and shallow)
• IPX6 waterproof at the front and rear
• LCD display

Disadvantages:

• High price

Faq

How long to inflate your semi-rigid?

The inflation time of a semi-rigid 6 meters in length, with bald sausages, is estimated at approximately 10 to 15 minutes with an electrical inflator with a flow rate of 70 l/min. With an electric inflator with a flow rate of 1000 l/min, the inflation time can be reduced to about 1 to 2 minutes.

What is the cost of inflating a semi-rigid in France?

The estimated cost of the inflation of a semi-rigid 6 meters in length, with an electric inflator, is about 1 to 2 euros with a flow inflator 70 l/min, and a few cents with a flow inflator 1000 L/min, assuming an average cost of electricity in France of € 0.2516/kWh.

If you want to call on a professional, count between 10 and 20 euros.

What are the features to be sought in an electric inflator for semi-rigid?

Certain additional features may include integrated manometers to measure pressure during inflation, multiple valve adapters for increased compatibility, automatic stops to prevent overpressure, and ergonomic handles for easy transport.