New Max Axess Auto Ratchet Coming in October

[krdiesel03]

New Max Axess Auto Ratchet Coming in October
Whether you're changing a tire or working on your engine, the new Craftsman C3 19.2V Max Axess Auto Ratchet delivers fast, powerful and portable ratcheting without a power cord or air hose - designed with the mechanic in mind. Available October 19th! #00939558

FEATURES:

Ratchet head delivers up to 360 in. lbs. torque when used with included battery for efficient bolt tightening and removal.

Compatible with Craftsman Max Axess® Sockets and other Standard Drive Sockets (when used with adaptor).

Forward/Reverse toggle changes the direction of rotation for tightening and loosening.

Lock switch prevents unintentional starts.

LED work light provides extra light for better visibility.

Variable-speed Steel Paddle Switch delivers higher speed with increased pressure and lower speed with decreased pressure.

Includes Lithium-Ion battery for long-lasting, fade-free power.

Overmold Grip with Micro-texture adds to user comfort.

Compact design facilitates use in tight spaces.

 

[warmpancakes]

30 Ft lbs, not gonna remove alot of bolts with it

 

[trout]

30 Ft lbs, not gonna remove alot of bolts with it

I caught that too, looks like they're hoping their average customer can't tell the difference between feet and inches. They're probably right though.

 

[firebox40dash5]

19.2 volts? I'll keep it in mind if I ever need to run a nut down 4' of all-thread in the middle of a room.

 

[woody 73]

Now boys behave because santa is going to buy you and 100,000 other dads that for X-mas

 

[bimmerZ5]

this is not meant to be a hammerhead. even the IR IQv20 R3130 puts out only 54ft-lbs of torque. as long as the ratchet head locks, so you can manually break a fastener loose, and then use the powered portion to drive the fastener off, this should have its use. the fact that they are using the "max access" stuff, might mean the design is very low profile.. if so, the ability for this tool to get into tight spaces can be pretty valuable.

would really like to see what it looks like? I can certainly search, but if anyone has a link handy... that would be helpful...

 

[krdiesel03]

here is a photo

 

[retDAC]

My first generation C-man 19.2 drill is rated at 410 inch-lbs.

 

[03protege]

I guess that would be good if you deal with a lot of threaded rod but otherwise I would just take the Milwaukee m12 ratchet.

 

[krdiesel03]

I guess that would be good if you deal with a lot of threaded rod but otherwise I would just take the Milwaukee m12 ratchet.

Yes you would, But this is for people that already have an investment in the C3 line,

 

[Hootbro]

Yes you would, But this is for people that already have an investment in the C3 line,

Whether someone is "invested" in the C3 line or not, the question has to be asked if this is a practical tool and not some Christmas season gimmicky tool that Sears is so known for?

Obviously you are a collector of C3 and would buy a automated C3 toilet paper dispenser if Sears made one. The issue I have and many others is if this is really a practical tool given then the big *** 19.2V battery hanging of the *** end of it?

This really would have been a better tool launched on the Nextec 12v system.

 

[rickhigginshtbr]

looks good from above the battery.... I'd probably get it if it had the same specs or similar for the nextec line.

 

[krdiesel03]

I do agree that this would be better with the nextec, I do think it would be a pain to use under my truck. The newer LIon battery is 1/2 the weight of the nicad but the size would just get in the way.

 

[The Ratchet Man]

This really would have been a better tool launched on the Nextec 12v system.

My thoughts exactly. Some power tool designs are doomed simply because the manufacturer chose the wrong battery platform.

The Nextec system could've produced the power for the stated torque specifications. If you stick a big, clunky battery on the end you've defeated the purpose of the head design.

On the other hand, if they did add it to the Nextec line, I would probably buy it.

 

[krdiesel03]

They may have one coming for nextec, Most of the nextex was cleared out last month, and new tools are expected in October, I just do not have a inside on the nextec line just the c3.

 

[Ign]

I agree w most of above:
-this is probably the wrong platform w the huge battery
-better suited for Nextec 12V
-why is everyone so concerned with ultimate torque? You break the fastener free manually then spin it off with power. Much more torque than that in a non-impacting tool and you just twist the operator if you don't twist the fastener first.
-I'd buy an auto TP dispenser if Milwaukee made it for M12

 

[Ign]

Now boys behave because santa is going to buy you and 100,000 other dads that for X-mas

To go next to all the "Dog Bone" wrenches and RoboGrip pliers??

 

[czgunner]

Whether you're changing a tire

You've got to be kidding me

 

[ADSR]

I'll take the AC delco at 57 ft/lbs over the milwaukee or C-man. It's also cheaper with two batteries for a buck 40.

http://www.acdelco-tools.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=60&product_id=106

 

[ADSR]

You've got to be kidding me

I caught that too. That thing couldn't twist a ******, let alone change a tire.

 

[bimmerZ5]

AC Delco doesn't get mentioned enough around here.... this blows all of them out f the water, including ingersol rand:

http://www.acdelco-tools.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=60_69&product_id=77

 

[ADSR]

AC Delco doesn't get mentioned enough around here.... this blows all of them out f the water, including ingersol rand:

http://www.acdelco-tools.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=60_69&product_id=77

You got that right. Especially for the price too!!

My buddy has one ordered. I can't wait to borrow it!

 

[krdiesel03]

118.99 with a Lithium battery and charger, plus a few sockets.

 

[bimmerZ5]

krdiesel03: do you work for Craftsman?

 

[krdiesel03]

No, I work for Public Service of New Mexico at a large power plant as the technology manager.

 

[bimmerZ5]

No, I work for Public Service of New Mexico at a large power plant as the technology manager.

oh ok. you seem to have up to date info on craftsman products so i was just wondering. where do you get your info on Craftsman?

 

[krdiesel03]

know a few people that work for sears, and the "official" craftsman club site.