cordless impact wrench

[chevykev]

Has anyone tried one of these ? >
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/24-Volt-C...Home_Garden_PowerTools_SM&hash=item3a710b02b6

Not looking to use everyday / work just home use

 

[Ducky]

I have one of those (the same copy/different sticker)...if you keep it on charge constantly it's 'ok', otherwise the cheap batteries give up the ghost in less than a day (what mine has done).

I ended up just buying a Snap-On one instead, which can spend weeks in the box and still the batteries are fine. Perhaps try and source one s/h on Ebay....plus they're a lot more powerful (circa 500 ft/lbs).

 

[Weldinator]

Im guessing its a Chinese made product, they aren't built like some that go for around £100, there are snap off tools around that price on ebay. Basically, go for around the £100 mark IMO, or go for a a Markita type if you can.

 

[tombardier]

If you don't need a cordless one, I went for a Clarke corded one. 450nm for 55 quid. Couldn't be happier with it!

 

[mike 109444]

Practical classic had a comparision of several a few month back with a "best buy" and "recomended". Someone on here may hav the artical.

 

[johnik]

I bought one some time ago ,first time of use (CV nut that wasnt unstaked) i nearly broke my wrist and the nut stood no chance.
i havnt met a nut or bolt it wont undo.
i have only used it for up to an hour or so at a time and have not needed to change batteries.
in conclusion,well impressed thus far

 

[billsmowers]

this is what i use
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sealey-Co...Home_Garden_PowerTools_SM&hash=item4cff6ed82b
not found a nut it would not undo

bill

 

[CompoSimmonite]

I bought one similar and although good it lacks the power to undo really tight / seized nuts & bolts the same as an air powered. Wished I'd saved my money on the cheap one and put it towards a good used Makita, Snap On, De Walt etc version.

Paul H

 

[chevykev]

Thanks for the replies, think i'll save for a better one.

 

[madkayaker]

A decent corded one would be my first call. I have a 110v Mikita one I paid £30

 

[atomant48]

Ive got the Clarke corded one - have given it an absolute thrashing on rusted nuts and bolts and not managed to break it. Ive had to replace the brushes once (came with a spare set) and the gearbox has a bit more play than it used to but i really have used it alot. (I often flick between fwd and reverse alot when trying to get something to undo and i guess this whacks the gearbox a bit)

Wish id discovered them earlier - i would have sheared alot less bolts pulling my MGB apart! Agree with the chap saying almost ripped his hand off, they are quite powerful.