Test: The Bocholter direct mailer PINK has with the Druckmacher ST 180 a floor pump at a real competitive price in its range. And as is so often the case, this also shows that good doesn't always have to be expensive - the ROSE Druckmacher ST 180 makes many a more expensive pump look old.
At first glance, the somewhat bulky-looking base of the pump catches the eye. Like the pump cylinder itself, this is made of steel, which makes the pump appear robust and of high quality. Not much else can be said negatively about the exterior: the handle is large, completely rubberized and fits well in the hand and the design is simple and attractive.
The large base offers plenty of standing space, is rubberized on the underside and has non-slip inserts on the top. As a result, the pump stands rock-solid on the ground during pumping - even the most expensive pumps are at a disadvantage here. The pump head of the ST 180 can also be found on numerous other pumps - Schrader and Presta valves can be clamped quickly and securely with it, Dunlop valves via the enclosed adapter. Only the high operating forces of the clamping mechanism give cause for criticism. The pressure gauge is integrated in the foot like most of the competition. Unfortunately, the lettering on the dial, like the manometer itself, is quite small and the scale is very delicate. The pressure can therefore hardly be read when stationary - a pity.
When it comes to pumping, the ROSE pump lives up to its name: it's a real pressure maker. The piston is smooth-running and the ST 180 does not break a sweat at high pressure or with large volumes. Only in the range above 10 bar (maximum pressure is 12 bar) do the operating forces increase sharply and the pump no longer seems entirely trustworthy. But such high pressures are only likely to be relevant for a fraction of users.
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