12.4 amp, 2-horsepower, 2.6 gallon oiled single hot dog compressor with handle
3.3 cfm delivered at 90 psi; low 1,720 rpm extends motor life and lowers noise
Cast-iron pump and roll cage construction
1/4-inch brass Makita universal coupler
Editorial Review:
This one's a bit of a paradox: The do-it-yourselfer might pass by this compressor in favor of an oil-free, no-maintenance model, but it's actually one of the best on the market for the homeowner, hobbyist and weekend warrior.
There are three factors that made us form this opinion. First, it's the quietest compressor we've ever encountered. It's a remarkable departure in a genre of tools that normally force you to suspend conversation while it's cycling. The MAC700 puts out 80 decibels, according to the folks at Makita, and when you compare that to the 90 and up you get from most units, that's practically a hum. So we like this for household use, especially in a basement shop.
Next on our list of pluses for the DIY-er is the low-amp draw, and with that, fewer trips to the breaker box and less chance of premature motor failure. The other feature that won us over is the easy-on-the-hand lever handle ball valve that saves your knuckles when you drain the tank. It's also got a really fast cycle, so by the time you take a sip of water, you're ready to work again.
It's made like a champ, with a roll-bar handle that protects your investment, a cast-iron cylinder for durability and an oil sight glass that makes maintenance a breeze.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste
What's in the Box Oiled single hot dog compressor with handle; 1/4-inch brass Makita universal coupler
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
Makita MAC700 Compressor - overall works well Makita MAC700 The Hotdog 12.4 Amp 2 Horsepower 2.6 Gallon Oiled Single Hotdog Compressor Received product quickly; easy directions for setup and use; so far works as intended and my expectations which is home project, currently powering a nail gun for floor installation, later wood trim and possibly some small furniture projects. I'd recommend it but have no previous compressors to compare it with.
The best "Hot Dog" around! After using a Jacuzzi roll-around compressor inherited from my father for 27 years, I decided I needed a more portable unit. I tried a friend's "pancake" unit and it was so noisy, I rejected that option immediately. After reading most, if not all, of the 113 reviews written by others, i decided on the Makita Hot Dog. I was a bit fearful after reading about all the damage reports from others who had ordered from Amazon but, I am pleased to report, that apparently Makita read these reviews too, and the... more info
Be ware of the hang tag wire When I received the compressor, there is a slight damage on the box right at where the oil filler cap is. The "Add-oil" warning tag was laying at the bottom of the box, with hang wires looking like having been cut-off. I suspected that the tag was hang to the oil filler cap and the rest of the wire was still there. I opened the plastic oil filler cap and sure enough, two pieces of metal wires laying at the bottom of the crank case. I fished them out. Had I not noticed the tag, who knows what kind of damage... more info
aweome little compressor! This little guy is an awesome compressor. I install interior trim and handrails, and didn't need a bigger compressor because I work alone most of the time. For use with 16ga and smaller nail guns, it is perfect, I have had up to three guys using this thing, and it keeps up fine. It is incredibly quite compared to every compressor I have heard, all of the guys I work with wish they had found this before they bought theirs. It does have a deceptive heft to it for its size, but nothing terrible, still lighter... more info
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