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Repair kits and compressors

This section includes inflate-and-repair kits, portable compressors, sealant refills, and tire pluggers for cars. To choose the right kit, you need to know if the tire has a built-in TPMS sensor, what the rim size is, and whether you are looking for a manual or automatic solution. Leggi la guida

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This section includes inflate-and-repair kits, portable compressors, sealant refills, and tire pluggers for cars. To choose the right kit, you need to know if the tire has a built-in TPMS sensor, what the rim size is, and whether you are looking for a manual or automatic solution.

How to choose the right tire repair kit for your car

Inflate-and-repair kits: manual, automatic, or SENSOR version

Inflate-and-repair kits inject a liquid sealant into the tire and reinflate it in a few minutes without having to remove the wheel. There are manual versions, where the canister and compressor are connected separately, and integrated automatic versions, where the process is almost completely autonomous. If your car is equipped with TPMS sensors (tire pressure monitoring), it is essential to choose a kit compatible with the sensors, such as the Fix&Go Sensor versions, so as not to damage them during the repair.

Sealant refills: when and how to replace them

Inflate-and-repair kits include a sealant canister that is exhausted after a single use, or expires after a certain number of years even if unused. Sealant refills allow you to restore the kit without buying a new one. Check the compatibility of the refill with the kit model you own: there are versions dedicated to kits with an integrated compressor (e.g., AIR/AIR2) and versions for kits with a TPMS sensor.

12V portable compressors: pressure, flow rate, and power supply

A portable compressor is useful not only in the event of a puncture, but also to maintain the correct pressure periodically. The parameters to consider are the maximum deliverable pressure (bar or PSI), the inflation speed, and the type of power supply. The most common models connect to the 12V cigarette lighter socket; some NOCO models are instead battery-powered and rechargeable, with greater autonomy and portability. Lampa and Michelin offer classic 12V compressors suitable for ordinary road use.

Hubcaps: size and compatibility

Hubcaps are mounted on steel rims and are chosen based on the rim diameter in inches (13'', 14'', 15'', 16'' are the most common sizes). It is also important to check the width of the rim for a proper fit. Brands like CORA, WRC, and MOMO offer hubcaps in different finishes, from classic designs to two-tone or carbon-effect ones.

Alloy wheel repair kits and related accessories

For cosmetic damage to alloy wheels (scratches, chips), there are specific repair kits with fillers, paints, and abrasives. Lampa offers tubeless kits for tubeless tires. The range is completed by wheel bags and accessories for the transport and storage of the spare wheel.

Domande frequenti

Cos'è il Fix&Go Sensor e quando serve?

Il Fix&Go Sensor è un kit gonfia-e-ripara formulato per auto dotate di sensori TPMS (monitoraggio pressione pneumatici). Il sigillante utilizzato in questi kit è progettato per non ostruire i sensori montati sul cerchio, a differenza dei sigillanti standard che potrebbero danneggiarli.

Come si sceglie la ricarica sigillante giusta per il proprio kit?

Occorre verificare il modello di kit in proprio possesso: le ricariche non sono universali. In genere esistono versioni dedicate ai kit con compressore integrato di tipo AIR e versioni per kit dotati di sensore TPMS. Controllare sempre l'indicazione di compatibilità riportata sulla confezione della ricarica.

Quale misura di copricerchio devo scegliere?

La misura del copricerchio corrisponde al diametro del cerchio in acciaio espresso in pollici (13, 14, 15 o 16 pollici). Questa informazione si trova sul fianco del pneumatico o nel libretto del veicolo. Oltre al diametro, verificare che il copricerchio sia compatibile con la larghezza e il numero di fori del cerchio.

Un compressore portatile 12V può sostituire il kit gonfia-e-ripara?

Il compressore da solo è utile solo per ripristinare la pressione in caso di lenta perdita d'aria, ma non chiude le forature. Per una foratura vera e propria occorre sempre un sigillante (kit gonfia-e-ripara). I due strumenti si integrano: molti kit includono già un compressore, ma averlo separatamente permette un utilizzo più frequente per la manutenzione ordinaria della pressione.

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