【Winter Tire Change】Lift the car with a single touch! The electric jack powered by the cigarette socket is so convenient

The season for changing to studless tires is approaching. Why not try making the tire change process a “button operation only” starting this winter?

Graduation from "hand cranking" before removing tires

When changing to winter tires, one cannot avoid jacking up the car. The handle is cranked round and round, tirelessly lifting until the tires are off the ground. Even before starting the work, your arms have already done some of the heavy lifting. MAXWIN's "K-JAK02-5T" and "K-JAK02-3T" are electric models that take care of this up and down motion with a motor. They connect to the car's DC12V power source, allowing you to raise and lower the vehicle with buttons or a remote control.

However, this doesn’t eliminate the need to carry tires or remove nuts. But, just automating the repetitive jacking up action can significantly change the tire changing process. The goal of automation is not to handle all the work at once, but to start with the most monotonous part first.

The 5-ton model comes with an electric air pump. The 3-ton model has a remote control

The difference between the two models is not just the weight they can lift. The "K-JAK02-5T" has a maximum load capacity of 5000kg. It can be raised from a minimum height of about 155mm to a maximum height of about 450mm, and it automatically stops at the highest position. Additionally, it features a built-in electric air pump. The airflow rate is 35L/min, which can also be used for adjusting the tire pressure. In other words, it combines two tasks into one unit: lifting the tires and inflating them.

One model, the "K-JAK02-3T," has a maximum load capacity of 3000 kg and supports a lift range of about 170 to 420 mm. This one is characterized by remote control operation. You can operate it while confirming the vehicle's movement from a distance, and the remote control also has a built-in LED light. "If you want an air pump, go for the 5T," "if you want to choose the operation position, go for the 3T." What you need may not simply be the model with the larger number, but rather a clear differentiation in usage.

Of course, the power source is from your beloved car.

Both models have a power supply of DC 12V. They can be powered from the car's cigarette socket or the battery. The power cord is about 3.5 meters long. This length allows you to run the power to the main unit according to your work location. The output of the 5T model is 180W, while the 3T model is 120W.

Both models come with a dedicated storage case, with the 5T model featuring an LED light on the main unit side and the 3T model having it on the remote control side. The long cord, case, and the light to illuminate your workspace. Rather than being large-scale maintenance equipment, they are designed to be tools that you take out from the car when needed.

Even if the power goes out, it prevents sudden drops. But safety is a different matter.

When it comes to electrically lifting heavy cars, the most concerning aspect is safety. Both models are equipped with a protective mechanism that prevents sudden descent in the event of a power interruption. Even when the power is off, it’s designed to be manually lowered. The 3T model comes with a manual handle.

Before use, check the designated jack-up points of the vehicle, necessary lifting height, and the jack's load capacity. Do not forget to use parking brakes and wheel chocks on a hard, level surface. The annual switch to winter tires is coming. If you can reduce the time spent handling the manual crank, the next change might be a bit easier to start.

Product Name / MAXWIN K-JAK02-5T
Price / 13,900 yen (retail)
Maximum Load Capacity / 5,000kg (5 tons)
Lifting Range / Approximately 155 to 450mm
Power Supply / DC12V (cigarette socket / vehicle battery)
Output / 180W
Power cord / Approximately 3.5m
Air Pump / Airflow 35L/min, Maximum Pressure 10BAR (150PSI)
Main Features / LED light, automatic stop function at maximum height
Included Accessories / Dedicated storage case, battery clips, cigarette adapter, escape hammer, etc.

Product Name / MAXWIN K-JAK02-3T
Price / 11,980 yen (retail)
Maximum Load Capacity / 3,000kg (3 tons)
Lifting Range / Approximately 170 to 420mm
Power Supply / DC12V (cigarette socket / vehicle battery)
Output / 120W
Power cord / Approximately 3.5m
Weight of Main Unit / Approximately 8.6kg
Main Features / Remote control with LED light, manual lowering mechanism
Included Accessories / Dedicated storage case, manual crank, battery clamps, etc.

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