Dogs and cats have long been family members. For pets, comfortable bedding (if not a whole house), bowls, toys and clothes are bought. But four-legged friends also need grooming. And not only animals that regularly participate in exhibitions!
Keeping your pet's coat in excellent condition is essential for its health. Only the process requires considerable effort and time. Like people, bathing the “little brother” ends with drying, which is hard to imagine without a hair dryer-compressor. No pet salon can do without this device! It is also needed for home use. Therefore, it is important to know how to choose, given the conditions of use, breed, weight of the dog or cat.
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Before you grab from the shelf or order a widely advertised device, you should understand what models are. This will help you make the right choice in the future.
In total there are three types of hair dryer-compressor:
When deciding which device to buy, you should take a closer look at a single-engine compressor. It has a wide range of applications. There is something to pay attention to after that. The matter concerns certain parameters that should be taken into account in the first place. Compared to them, the rest of the features are just a marketing ploy.
The consumption of electricity directly depends on this parameter. The higher the indicator, the greater the power consumption. In this case, the performance of the device may be low. In such devices, a cheap engine with low efficiency is usually installed. But on sale you can also find models of good power with excellent performance.
Therefore, you should not forget about power, but you don’t need to get hung up on this parameter either. But do not connect the equipment to an unsuitable power source. Most often, the device needs a 220 V socket.
The nozzle can change the air speed.It's all about thermodynamics - the narrowing of the nozzle leads to an increase in the speed of the air flow. This can be achieved at constant performance by choosing a different nozzle.
Narrow - the flow speed becomes faster, and wide - decreases. If you completely remove the nozzle, then the speed will be minimal. The air speed is indicated on the packaging. Since the parameter is easily manipulated, it is not worth relying on it when choosing.
Since the device is really unfamiliar to Russian buyers, mistakes are often made when choosing. Especially when not everything is clear with the characteristics. What criteria still need to be taken into account?
You need to focus on the following indicators:
The manufacturer's warranty is not something to be discounted. If it is not there, then there should be no interest in this model. The standard warranty period for hair dryers is 1 year. If there are more, then it's only for the better.
Why spend money on something you don't understand? There is also the usual hair dryer, which evaporates moisture from the wool with hot air. The compressor is superior to the electrical appliance in the following:
Therefore, drying will take less time than usual. For a pet salon that has to clean up a dozen freshly washed four-legged animals, this is an important advantage.
The drying quality is greatly improved. With network compressor:
Thanks to the gentle exposure to air, the coat becomes well-groomed, soft to the touch and beautiful to the eye.
All compressors are mains operated. Given the high power of some of them, you should be careful when connecting to a power outlet.
After studying all the parameters, the question will invariably arise which company is better to buy a hair dryer compressor. According to buyers, the products of the following manufacturers are more trustworthy:
Where to buy a hair dryer is another topical issue. You can do this at a pet store or service center that offers grooming products. This is the usual way to purchase goods, but not at a price. Since the cost is quite "biting" per piece.
Budget appliances can be bought from hand, that is, used options. Restraining factors from such a purchase are the preliminary use of the device and possible defects due to improper operation.
If you have enough patience and strength to deal with customs overlays and rules, then you can order a compressor on a foreign site.
The most convenient option is to buy the device in an online store, choosing large retail outlets. For example, "Dog-Smile", "Dog-Market", which can boast of an acceptable assortment, clear photographs and descriptions of models, announcements of new products.
In the rating of high-quality devices, models were selected based on the recommendations of users, according to the above parameters. On sale there are devices of different functionality and characteristics. A brief overview of the best models will simplify the selection task a bit.
A new brand of compressors for animal care that is gaining momentum. The reason is a single-engine compressor. But its performance is many times greater than that of twin-engine models.
3 nozzles, a rubber hose with a connector are added to the package. The limit of the emitted noise is 48 dB. Weight - 5.2 kg, and dimensions - 39x27x29 cm. The simple design and elegant polished surface cannot but please. Maximum airflow rate 7 CBM (7 m3/With). Warranty period - 1 year.
Average price: 12,900 rubles.
The turbo dryer has made it to Amazon's "Top Models" due to its reliability. The manufacturer gives a guarantee for 5 years. But for some groomers, the device has served for 20 years. The body is made of steel.
The device is suitable for animals that have a seasonal molt. And also for blowing parasites and ordinary drying of wool. At the same time, the "fur coat" of pets does not dry out. Standard equipment - 3 nozzles and a rubber hose. Power - 4 l / s, and the air blows at a speed of - 60 l / s.
Average price: 23,000 rubles.
Another device that is in the TOP of Amazon. Since this compressor has a vacuum cleaner function, the interest in it is understandable. With it for groomers, cleaning the room is much easier. The same device that dried the wool, you can remove scattered residues.
Maximum air flow rate - 4.25 m3/ s, weight - 4900 g. Power - 1200 watts. The case is made of normal quality plastic. The warranty is only for 1 year. Although the manufacturer claims that the model is 40% quieter than the competition, the exact parameter is not noted anywhere.
Average price: 19,560 rubles.
The popularity of the models is explained by the long presence of the company on the market. The device can be found in almost every pet and grooming store. Air flow speed - 25-60 m / s. Performance remains unknown.
Average price: 14,950 rubles.
When you need a neat compressor, you won't find a better model. It is highly visible due to its striking design. The small dimensions did not degrade the power.
If you use it for its intended purpose (on dogs of medium and decorative breeds), there will be no price for it. Drying is carried out using 3 nozzles and a comb. The temperature is set in the range of 50-70 degrees. Parameters: weight - 2.65 kg, L / W / H - 17x23x14 cm.
Average price: 12,700 rubles.
One of the most popular in Russia. The device is universal and mobile. With a weight of 2.6 kg, it will easily fit in any car. It will not be difficult for breeders and groomers to pull the compressor. Pleases also modern design, steel case.
Power - 2400 watts. Standard 3 nozzles and a removable corrugation in the package. The heating temperature is optimal (from 25 to 45 degrees). If we take into account the reviews, then the noise is normal, the performance is weak. The warranty is only 1 year.
Average price: 7,700 rubles.
A professional compressor that will help out if you need to quickly tidy up animals at exhibitions. The model is often mentioned in the advice of groomers. The manufacturer has achieved a reduced level of vibration and noise.
The shape (streamlined) is visually pleasing, as is the small size. Therefore, it is convenient and easy to use it.Noise level - 70 dB. Weight - 2.35 kg. Dimensions - 38x16x24 cm. Power - 2800 W.
Average price: 7,100 rubles.
Powerful portable compressor for professional groomers. The model is equipped with a heating element. You can dry your pet's hair with or without heat.
Weight - 6.4 kg. Dimensions -48.5x16x21. The engine is twin-engine. Power - 2400 W. The air flow rate is 60° and the force of the air strike is 955 g.
Average price: 10,600 rubles.
The Spanish manufacturer offers a device for professionals. The device comes with 3 nozzles and a flexible hose. Nozzles rotate 360 degrees. It works quietly, so it does not scare the animals. The engine is single-engine.
Power - 1800 watts. The air temperature may be outside the optimal range. It happens 40 ° or 60 °. Weight - 4.8 kg. The functionality is commendable.
Average price: 20,400 rubles.
A well-groomed pet attracts a lot of attention.Even if the cat just sits on the windowsill, and the dog exclusively accompanies the owner on a morning run. In any case, praise will reach the ears of the owners. If you want to hear flattering reviews all the time, you should get a compressor for drying your pet's hair!