Compressor on the aux socket cuts out

[robb]

Does anyone know if there is a load limit on the aux socket under the seat?
I got a neat little compressor from Wilkos that works fine with no load.
As soon as I tried to pump the back tyre up a bit from 35psi it cut out.
I assume that the drain is too much - is a direct connection from the battery the only solution?

Rob

 

[EggChaser]

Yes 5A, compressors and non-BMW heated jackets will need to be wired through other means

 

[ExpatinIstanbul]

I got a NN's compressor, which I run through an additional accessory socket (cig lighter one, again from NN's) located next to the original BMW one and which has a 10A inline fuse. No probs with this. Yet.

 

[Wapping]

I assume that the drain is too much

Yup

is a direct connection from the battery the only solution?

Yup and nope.

You can go direct to the battery....via a suitable fuse, try 7.5 amps. If it blows go to 10.

Or wire in a suitable relay and a socket. It's not difficult and good (safe) practice. There's a thread (and more) on how to do it. http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=180464&page=2

If you do not use the compressor regularly, croc clips (and the fuse, of course) are probably the easiest way to go.

 

[robb]

If you do not use the compressor regularly, croc clips (and the fuse, of course) are probably the easiest way to go.

Sounds like a plan - it's only for emergencies

 

[Wapping]

If you do not use the compressor regularly, croc clips (and the fuse, of course) are probably the easiest way to go.

Sounds like a plan - it's only for emergencies

.... now plan on getting something to stuff in the hole in your tyre, or all the freshly compressed puff will still leak out....

 

[SPL]

I bought an optimate style connector from a model car racing outfit on ebay and soldered that on the compressor's power lead.

Then you can plug it in to the (fused) optimate fly lead and run the compressor straight off the battery.

Easy to use when you want it, no need for croc clip or seat removal...

 

[robb]

.... now plan on getting something to stuff in the hole in your tyre, or all the freshly compressed puff will still leak out....

I've still got the puncture kit from my 1150 for that but I'll check if there is an expiry date on the glue
By the way, the crocodile clips is a good idea.

 

[wknight]

Maplins sell the optimate style connector plug. A slightly more expensive version comes with two leads attached so its easy to connect to existing equipment.

One tip though, don't trust that they have wired it the correct way.

 

[Miz]

For connectors look here:-

http://www.vehicle-wiring-products.eu/VWP-onlinestore/home/homepage.php

 

[London Mole]

"Slim" Air Compressor

Yes 5A, compressors and non-BMW heated jackets will need to be wired through other means

'Evening all,

I've bought a "Slim" air compressor from NipNom, as well as a "BMW to cigarette lighter" adapter to plug in the bike's sockets.

I didn't read this thread before spending my squids... I should have!

As mentionned above, I plug everything in, and because it doesn't work I have to start the bike (CONTRARY to what the air compressor's user manual states!) but as the air pressure in any of the tyres gets to 32 PSI...

... the bloody compressor cuts out!!!

Now, why would NipNom sell both compressor and adapter and then tell me when I ask "Why does it not work???":

(QUOTE)

"Emmanuel

Keep the engine running and it should be better.

Regards

N"

If everyone knows about the Amp issue with GSA power outlets, why can't he be honest and say:
"I know it won't work, but buy it anyway, I'll sell you a fuse box on top of it so you will spend more of your money with me!"

Isn't it dishonest to sell products if you know they won't fit???

Don't get me wrong, I don't mind a bit of DIY and soldering, but when I spend my hard-earned money I usually want some kind of result.


Thanks for listening.

PS: What do you guys use the GS/GSA's power sockets for, if you can't plug-in anything without in-line fuses???

 

[Slowdown]

PS: What do you guys use the GS/GSA's power sockets for, if you can't plug-in anything without in-line fuses???

Anything that doesn't draw more than 5A.

If you don't like what you've bought, return it and ask for a refund.

 

[London Mole]

Anything that doesn't draw more than 5A.

If you don't like what you've bought, return it and ask for a refund.

I'm using it on the other half's car so it does help us somehow in the end!

 

[Wapping]

I'm using it on the other half's car so it does help us somehow in the end!

... and no doubt she'll love you for it, so everyone wins.

Now you know that the answer is a relay or croc clips, go head and and sort it out.

If not, develop very big lungs....and, who knows, the wife will love you even more.....

 

[London Mole]

...today's lunch has got fluffy ears...

... and no doubt she'll love you for it, so everyone wins.

Now you know that the answer is a relay or croc clips, go head and and sort it out.

If not, develop very big lungs....and, who knows, the wife will love you even more.....

She is very grateful indeed... today she's cooking my favourite dish: rabbit!!!

Thanks for the other thread about how to fit a relay/fuse panel.

Guess I'll always add things on this beautiful machine...

 

[Wapping]

Thanks for the other thread about how to fit a relay/fuse panel.

Guess I'll always add things on this beautiful machine...

Good man

 

[Beemerman59]

I replaced the standard OEM socket with a Powerlet one and connected that directly to the unswitched supply from the new Eastern Beaver fusebox I have fitted in the tool tray. The wires fit nicely through the holes in the tray to the fusebox. Don't forget it will not only help with running your compressor but also running other items without the ignition on and you can connect up an Optimate to keep the battery charged without canbus issues.

 

[London Mole]

I replaced the standard OEM socket with a Powerlet one and connected that directly to the unswitched supply from the new Eastern Beaver fusebox I have fitted in the tool tray. The wires fit nicely through the holes in the tray to the fusebox. Don't forget it will not only help with running your compressor but also running other items without the ignition on and you can connect up an Optimate to keep the battery charged without canbus issues.

Would you have any photos of your set-up please?