Makita MAC100Q Quiet Series Air Compressor 1 Gallon
- Tank Volume: 1 gallon
- Capacity: 1 gallon
- Air Flow Capacity: 0.7 Cubic Feet Per Minute
- Maximum Pressure: 135 psi
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact, corded compressor built for light nailing and inflation jobs around the house, not for tools that demand continuous air flow.
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ASIN: B084GY6DXVModel: MAC100QCategory: Air Compressors
Overview
Makita's MAC100Q is a corded electric air compressor built around a 1-gallon tank, drawing 120V AC power and weighing 27.6 pounds. It suits owners who need quick bursts of air for trim nailing, stapling or inflation tasks around a home shop.
The oil-free Big Bore piston design common to Makita's small compressors favors fast recovery over sheer air volume, so this unit reads more like a finish-work companion than a shop workhorse feeding multiple tools at once. At 1 gallon it's meant to sit near the work, not run a hose across a garage.
- 1 gallon tank
- 120V AC corded power
- 27.6 pound body
- Makita build
Who it's for
Fits DIYers and trim carpenters who run a single brad or finish nailer and want a compact unit they can carry room to room. Not the choice for anyone running impact wrenches, sanders or a paint gun that needs sustained airflow.
Pros and cons
- Compact and portable at 27.6 pounds
- Corded 120V power needs no battery
- Suited to trim and finish nailing
- 1 gallon tank limits sustained air tools
- Corded, so it needs a wall outlet nearby
Performance notes
With only a 1-gallon tank, output depends on fast motor recovery between bursts rather than stored capacity, which is typical of Makita's compact compressors. Expect it to keep pace with intermittent trigger pulls on a nail gun but not with tools that pull air continuously.
Where it stands among air compressors
- 58 dB noise: quieter than 91% of the air compressors we list.
From the specs of the 36 air compressors we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | MAKITA |
|---|---|
| Model | MAC100Q |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 27.6 poundslower than 54% of 27 air compressors |
| Item Dimensions L X W X H | 15.3 × 14.6 × 12.2 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Tank Volume | 1 gallonlower than 76% of 34 air compressors |
| Capacity | 1 gallonlower than 77% of 32 air compressors |
| Air Flow Capacity | 0.7 Cubic Feet Per Minute |
| Noise | 58 dBlower than 91% of 33 air compressors |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Maximum Power | 0.5 hphigher than 52% of 32 air compressors |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Voltage | 120 voltshigher than 55% of 34 air compressors |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Teal |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 1/4" Universal Quick Coupler, Male (447013-E) |
| Other details | |
| Maximum Pressure | 135 psilower than 64% of 26 air compressors |
| Additional Features | Lightweight |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Cutting, Grinding, Spraying |
| Style | Portable |
| Item Type Name | Makita MAC100Q Quiet Series, 1/2 HP, 1 Gallon Compact, Oil-Free, Electric Air Compressor |
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- Tank Volume 1 vs 3 gallons (-67%)
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- Capacity 1 vs 2 gallons (-50%)
- Tank Volume 1 vs 2 gallons (-50%)
California Air Tools CAT-1P1060S Portable Air Compressor 1 Gallon- Maximum Power 0.5 vs 0.6 hp (-17%)
- Maximum Pressure 135 vs 120 psi (+13%)
Frequently asked questions
What is the tank size on the Makita MAC100Q?
It holds 1 gallon of compressed air, sized for intermittent use rather than continuous-draw tools.
Does the Makita MAC100Q run on battery power?
No, it's corded electric and needs a 120V AC outlet.
How much does the MAC100Q weigh?
27.6 pounds, light enough to carry between rooms or job sites.