Mini-washes are gaining popularity among Russian motorists. These devices are designed to become an alternative to the regular contact of the car owner with a specialized service. Modern compact mini-sinks are a convenient tool for self-care of the car. Among the most famous models of the corresponding type of devices in the Russian Federation is Monsoon. What is the specifics of this minisink? What devices can be called competitive in relation to it? What type of device is the most affordable?
What is a minisink?
A minisink is commonly understood as a portable device designed to wash mainly cars, sometimes furniture, small buildings. This device involves manual use: any additional devices for its operation are usually not needed. Apart from, of course, power for an electric drive or an energy source for another mechanism that provides water pressure. In the case of mini-washers of the Monsoon type, this is compressed air. It can be supplied from a car compressor or even a hand pump - and this is somewhat unique feature. Russian design.
There are devices classified as mini-foam washers. Their specificity is that they can apply foam from a detergent, for example, car shampoo, to the surface to be treated. The foam mini washer is one of the most effective car care tools.
The devices in question come from a wide variety of brands. Among the most famous on the Russian market is the German Karcher minisink. Devices of Japanese, American, Italian brands are also popular. Among the devices that compete with foreign products is the Russian mini-wash "Musson", reviews of which are quite often found on portals on automotive topics and in online catalogs of online stores.
Monosoon mini washer: delivery set for 12-liter modification
What is included in the delivery of the Monsoon mini-sink? First of all, it is the device itself. It is available in three main versions: with a tank capacity of 12 liters, as well as 5 liters and 2 liters. Consider the structure of the minisink set in its 12-liter model.
An important component of the device in question is a valve, with its help a compressed air generator is connected to the mini-sink. Most often it is a car compressor. Also included in the delivery package of the device is a valve designed to reduce excess pressure. Another important element of the device is a glass into which detergent or wax is poured - itapplication to the surface of the car is also included in the functionality of the mini-wash. The kit includes a hose switch. Another important component of the device is the hose, its length is about 6 meters. Also included in the mini-wash kit is a hose, into which a cup for shampoo and wax is inserted.
Additional features of the mini-foamer produced under the Monsoon brand (12l, semi-professional):
- indicator of the maximum pressure of the device: 4 bar;
- mini wash capacity: 480 l/h;
- can be operated from any source of compressed air (for example, from a car compressor);
- additional functions: water heating;
- there are special buttons on the gun that control the miniwash;
- device height: 40 cm;
- minisink weight: 2.65 kg.
It will also be useful to know the main characteristics of the 5-liter and 2-liter modifications of the device.
"Monsoon" in a 5-liter modification: key features
The maximum pressure of the mini-wash, as in the case of the 12-liter modification, is 4 bar. Productivity of the device is similar - 480 l/hour. As well as the previous device, it can work from any source of compressed air. Similarly, the minisink is equipped with a water heating function. Among the notable options of the device is the presence of a sandblasting nozzle. The height of the device is 30 cm. The weight of the mini-sink is 1.45 kg.
"Monsoon" in 2-liter modification
Let's consider the most modest in sizemodification in which the Monsoon mini-sink is produced. The reviews of many motorists contain an extremely positive assessment regarding the usefulness of this device. The maximum pressure of the device is also 4 bar. However, its productivity is less than that of the mini-wash foam generator produced under the Monsoon brand (12 l and 5 l), namely, 100 l / h. As in previous devices, it is possible to connect any source of compressed air. Minisink has a water heating function. True, unlike the previous model, it is not equipped with a sandblasting nozzle. Device height - 34 cm, weight - 1 kg.
Thus, the differences between different models of the Monsoon mini-wash are generally small. Each of the models is probably optimal in relation to the needs of motorists who use the car with varying degrees of intensity, as well as in certain conditions - in the city, in nature or during active travel.
Let's study the main features of the device manufactured in the Russian Federation in more detail. Let's single out those useful properties of the device that are typical in general for all its modifications.
Features of the Monsoon miniwash
The Russian mini-wash is especially notable for the fact that all the necessary containers to accommodate water and detergent are located inside it. That is, there is no need to provide a continuous supply of water. How to use the foam generator known under the Monsoon brand? A mini-sink of the corresponding type assumes the following operating mechanism.
First you need to pour detergent and water into a special tank. The optimal proportion for heavy pollution is 1 volume of shampoo per 40 corresponding values for water. After that, using special mechanisms, excess pressure should be created in the device, and then the resulting foam should be applied to the car. After that, you may need to add more water to the tank. You can then wash off the foam from the surface of the car.
Non-contact application
There is also an option in which the Monsoon mini-wash (reviews from many owners confirm its practical effectiveness) can be used as a non-contact instant use tool. To do this, pour water into the tank, and detergent into a special cup. Then it is necessary to create excess pressure in the device. After that, foam should be applied, after turning on the appropriate mode on the hose. After the foam is applied, you need to switch the mode to the one through which the mini-wash transfers water, and rinse the shampoo from the surface of the car.
Waxing
Another notable opportunity provided by the mini-foamer produced under the Monsoon brand is the application of liquid wax to the car. This can be done using the following algorithm. First you need to place liquid wax in a special cup. Then pour water into the miniwash tank. After that, create excess pressure, and then apply wax to the car.
Reviews of the Monsoon miniwash
Another aspect in which we will be interested in the Monsoon mini-wash is reviews. What do motorists write who have experience using the device onpractice? In general, the technological solutions implemented by Russian developers are highly appreciated by the owners of the mini-wash. People praise the convenience of the device, functionality, in most cases they positively characterize the quality of its work. According to the owners of a mini-wash, using the device it is quite possible to clean the car on their own, without contacting providers of special car washing services. The owners of the device are impressed by its compactness and lightness.
Competing Solutions: Karcher
Mini washers are supplied to the Russian and world markets by a large number of brands. Among the undisputed leaders is the German company Karcher. Now this company produces seven generations of car washes.
In the Russian market, the Karcher mini-wash in the K 5 Car modification is quite popular. Consider its features.
The following main components are included in the minisink kit: a nozzle, a detergent, a rotating brush, and a napkin. The device is optimal for washing cars with a moderately dirty surface. It can also be used to care for bicycles or house fronts.
The minisink is remarkable in that it is equipped with a water cooling drive. The device also includes a long 8-meter hose, designed for use at high pressure. The device is equipped with a water filter that protects the pump elements from solid particles.
Device K 5 Car from Karcher is a mini-sink with water intake:it can be carried out from a nearby container.
Competing solutions: MAKITA
Another remarkable device, similar in functionality to the Russian device, as well as the German one, which we examined above, is MAKITA HW 132. Among its main features is a powerful asynchronous motor. It can also be noted that a plunger pump is provided in the design of the mini-wash. The device is equipped with a water filter.
Among the noteworthy components of the device is a safety valve, as well as a system for starting and stopping the electric motor using a gun. The minisink is also equipped with an adjustable nozzle, through which you can change the pressure of the jet and set the spray method. In a set of delivery of the device - the reinforced hose. The device is characterized by ease of transportation with the help of large wheels, as well as a handle.
Let's consider some of the technical characteristics of the MAKITA mini-wash and compare them with the corresponding indicators that the mini-wash foam generator (12l) produced under the Russian brand "Musson" has.
The maximum pressure at which the Japanese apparatus operates is 140 bar, the working pressure is 120 bar. This is higher than that of the Russian mini-wash. However, the performance of the devices is generally comparable. At a Japanese car wash, it is 420 l / h. The temperature of the water output from the hose of the MAKITA device is 50 degrees. Also, this device is noticeably heavier than the Russian model, its weight is 15.5 kg.
Mini washer Sterwins 135 EPW
In generalThe Sterwins mini-sink from China in the 135 EPW modification, which is also popular in the Russian Federation, has comparable characteristics with the Japanese device.
In particular, the maximum pressure in it is 135 bar, the performance of the Chinese device is 420 l/h. The Sterwins mini washer can also draw water from a third-party tank.
Miniwasher "Interskol" AM 120/1500
If you examine the solutions offered by other Russian manufacturers of the corresponding type of devices, you can pay attention to the Interskol brand. This company is one of the largest suppliers of power tools in the Russian Federation. Minisink "Interskol" AM 120/1500 is quite close in terms of characteristics to the solutions discussed above from MAKITA and Sterwins. Its capacity is 360 l/h.
Minimayka provides water supply at a temperature of 50 degrees. The maximum pressure indicator of the device is 120 bar. Among the notable features that the Interskol mini-sink is equipped with are overheating protection, as well as automatic shutdown.
Which solution is better?
Having considered the features of the device, known under the brand "Monsoon", and devices that compete with it, we can compare the price of the studied solutions. It should be noted that it largely depends on the priorities of a particular supplier, but if we take the prices on average, then we can generally determine which mini-wash will still be more profitable.
Let's take for comparison the "Monsoon" mini-sink with a capacity of 12 liters and the above devices. She's worth it2500 rub. The device from Karcher is noticeably more expensive, it will cost about 17 thousand rubles. The MAKITA HW 132 device is cheaper than the German solution, it costs about 11 thousand rubles. A device from Interskol will cost about 6,500 rubles. An even more budget option is a device from Sterwins, it costs about 5500 rubles. It turns out that "Monsoon" is the most affordable minisink. The price of the device is significantly lower than that of the analogues we have reviewed.
Is there any competition?
Of course, the Monsoon mini-wash and the marked devices should be considered direct competitors very conditionally, since the Russian device is produced in a rather specific and, to a certain extent, unique design. First of all, as we noted above, it is compatible with any source of compressed air. Also, it does not involve the intake of water from third-party sources: as we determined above, water must be poured into a special reservoir of the device. One way or another, it performs its main functions successfully - and this is confirmed by many reviews of the owners of the minisink. Therefore, this solution is the best option if the car owner decides to save on the purchase of appropriate car wash accessories.
