subject: A Bit Relating To The Electric Impact Wrench [print this page] Are you thinking about buying a cordless impact wrench? If you are then no doubt you are familiar with some of the benefits these products can bring, but there are some pieces of information that are less well known. Most people know that a cordless power tool brings mobility benefits, but many do not know how well (or badly) these tools stack up against corded power tools when it comes to power output and related features. Also, although your new cordless tool will allow you to work with increased mobility, how long will the battery last? There are a number of questions that a purchaser needs to ask to ensure that they make the wisest choice possible and this article will offer a few things to consider that perhaps are less often thought about than they should be.
One of the biggest criticisms applied to traditional air guns is that they are quite an unwieldy tool to use - particularly in a restricted environment such as a workshop. An air gun or impact wrench has traditionally required a great deal of air pressure in order to give it the force needed to work properly, and this has meant it being connected permanently to an air supply or compressor, and having a large trailing air hose all the time. With a cordless impact wrench, it is possible to entirely dispense with the air hose and air compressor, and give yourself the freedom to move around the workshop quickly and conveniently.
A pneumatic impact wrench has several competitors in the form of different drive mechanisms. Hydraulic impact wrenches are used in some industrial applications where pressured hydraulics are available, but electric impact wrenches are more popular among home users. It is even possible to get cordless electric variants, although these are typically down on power compared to their more heavy-duty brethren. The type chosen will depend on the context and circumstances; a hobbyist who needs a portable powered wrench will likely prefer a cordless electric version, while more serious professional use will likely require the more powerful pneumatic option.
Electric Impact Wrenches are a very popular tool in the mechanical repair industry and manufactured by all the major players in the power tool market including Dewalt, Milwaukee, Hitachi and Makita. Most professional mechanics and home handymen will recommend paying a little bit more for a quality product which is capable of producing consistently great results and will last the test of time. Low quality Electric Impact Wrenches will save you a few dollars in the short term, but this advantage can quickly be offset by the frustration of a badly performing tool which either requires constant repair or becomes inoperable altogether.
There is definitely power behind this smaller tool. You will not have any problem with taking the lug nuts off your car. This is also perfect for those who are running a car workshop or offer to look over neighbors cars. The problem is that it can be quite difficult for working underneath the car if you are using jacks. Of course, there are many tools that will have this problem and you could struggle to find a powerful electric impact wrench to be able to do this job.
