PCL Product Advice

Top 10 Tools to Gift DIY Enthusiasts this Christmas

If you’re looking for Christmas gift ideas for a DIY enthusiast, look no further than PCL. We can equip you with the best option to suit the job in hand. From air tools to tyre inflators, this guide provides the top 10 gift ideas for DIY enthusiast to suit a range of budgets, hobbies and levels of expertise.

1.  airlite eco Tyre Inflator

The perfect gift for the home garage, airlite eco is a great option for those who already have a compressor. Designed for ease and comfort of use, at a price that won’t break the bank, this handheld

How to use the airlite eco Tyre Inflator

Maintaining the right tyre pressure is essential for safety and performance, and the airlite eco Tyre Inflator makes the job simple and cost-effective. As the more budget-friendly, lightweight sibling of the premium AIRFORCE MK4 Tyre Inflator, it’s designed for less demanding environments or occasional use. With its durable glass-filled nylon polymer construction, it’s a perfect choice for both general trade and DIY enthusiasts.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to use the airlite eco Tyre Inflator, helping you get the most out of this reliable and cost-effective tool.

How to find your vehicles recommended tyre pressure

Unsure what your tyre pressure should be? In this article, we explain where you can find your recommended tyre pressure in your vehicle.

There’s a few places that you may find your vehicles recommended tyre pressure:

• On the drivers (or passengers) door
• Inside the fuel cap
• In your vehicle handbook

After 60+ years of designing and manufacturing Couplings and Adaptors, PCL acquired the Broomwade coupling business in 2001...

Which PCL coupling can be used outdoors?

For outdoor or specialist applications such as non-spark, damp or high condensation environments, PCL's AC32 Non-Corrodible Coupling is recommended. 

The AC32 has been manufactured in our state-of-the-art factory for over 20 years and proudly carries the ‘Made in Sheffield’ mark of origin and quality. 

This Non-Corrodible Coupling has evolved from PCL's Standard Coupling

What is the difference between the 60 and 100 Series?

PCL have been manufacturing the 60 Series and 100 Series for 60 years. Both series are manufactured in our state-of-the-art factory and proudly carry the ‘Made in Sheffield’ mark of origin and quality.

The 60 and 100 Series have many similarities, including the swivel feature to prevent hose kinking and a double action mechanism, making them ideal for fixed and trailing hose applications in garage, tyre shop and industrial environments. However, it is

XF-Euro Vs 100 Series. Which Coupling Series do I need for my high flow application?

Two of our most popular high flow couplings and adaptors are the XF-Euro and the 100 Series. Both series are manufactured in our state-of-the-art factory and proudly carry the ‘Made in Sheffield’ mark of origin and quality. The 100 series is the oldest range between the two as we began to manufacture this range in the 1960s, while the XF-Euro

Winter Car Safety Checks for driving in dangerous conditions

During Winter it’s important to make sure your car is prepared for every situation. Here are our 10 winter car safety checks that you should consider before setting off into the ice and snow.

1. Check your tyres