PCL Product Advice

The ultimate guide to the ACCURA QUBE Series II

This guide explains everything you need to know about the ACCURA QUBE Series II.

An overview of the ACCURA QUBE Tyre Inflator

The user-friendly ACCURA QUBE electronic pre-set unit offers superb value and fast, accurate air and nitrogen (N2) inflation.

This space-saving fixed indoor inflator made from high performance engineering plastic has the ability to inflate up to 174 psi (12 bar) and is ideal for garages, dealerships, car hire,

Why use a Safety Coupling or Adaptor?

Coupling connections are subject to Health and Safety regulations, due to the dangers associated with hose whip. The Health & Safety Guide HSG 39 recommends that for all hoses above 10 mm bore, more than 10 m long or subject to a pressure exceeding 7 bar, the connector should have a self-venting coupling, alternatively an adaptor with a controlled venting action should be used.

The use of a self-vent safety coupling ensures that pressure in the circuit is reduced to a safe level before the coupling and adaptor can be disconnected, this prevents accidental tool operation and uncontrolled whipping of the hose. Not

What is the difference between a 8v1 and 12v1 tyre valve connector?

There are basically two sizes of tyre valves in use; 8v1 and 12v1.

What is a linear inflator?

Whether you choose a linear, dial or digital style handheld inflator is down to your personal requirements in terms of performance and style.

PCL’s linear tyre inflators display a pressure reading on a horizontal scale, with the indicator position determined by the contraction of a carefully calibrated and sensitive spring delivered by the pressure in a tyre or other vessel.

What is the difference between Airflow and Vertex Couplings?

PCL’s Airflow and Vertex Couplings have many similarities; both feature the distinctive blue silicone band with a steel construction and corrosive resistant, both have the same specifications and are compatible with PCL's Standard Adaptors, however the main difference between the Airflow and Vertex is the application they are used for.

The difference between open end and closed end tyre valve connectors

It is important when purchasing connectors to specify whether a closed or open-end type is required.

How to choose the right compressed air hose for your application

To make the most out of your pneumatic tools, choosing a quality hose is essential to ensure stable air pressure.

Here is a quick and easy guide on the factors you should consider in order to select the right air hose for your application.

Hose length

When selecting an air hose, you should always consider your application and total distance between the compressor system and where you will be using the air tool and how much movement you will need.

To minimise the risk of a pressure drop, you should never use a longer hose than you need. For example, a carpenter working at the same bench all day using a nail gun will only need a small hose length, whereas a tyre fitter who needs to manoeuvre around large vehicles while using an impact wrench, will require

The Basics About Blowguns

PCL’s versatile range of air blowguns are designed to be used in a wide range of applications. Here we look at the different types available and how to select the right one for your application.

Where are they used?

Commonly used in laboratories and manufacturing industries but also workshops and car body shops, for a range of jobs from tyre fitting to paint spraying. Blowguns are fitted to a compressed air line to produce a jet stream of air, they are used to quickly and efficiently clear equipment and surfaces of debris such as dust or chips, with the nozzle directing the air flow.

What is the law relating to using compressed air blowguns?

There is no current legislation relating to the use of blowguns, nor is there any specific legal restriction regarding