Cordless Caulking Gun Run Time

[zendriver]

Looking to get one and wondering if anyone used one, about how long they tend to run on a battery charge.

Will be doing a lot of cracks and seams on concrete.

Maybe the Ryobi.

 

[Moosefire]

I wish I went that route. Just went thru a case of sika flex yesterday, only did 1/4 of the driveway, and my back and hamstrings are killing me. Subscribed to see the answers

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[zendriver]

I wish I went that route. Just went thru a case of sika flex yesterday, only did 1/4 of the driveway, and my back and hamstrings are killing me. Subscribed to see the answers

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I did find some specs an the Ryobi and it claims to do 200 tubes per charge, which would be plenty for me, LOL.

RYOBI introduces the 18-Volt ONE+ Power Caulk and Adhesive Gun Kit. This tool features over 500 lbs. of push force to handle higher viscosity material with ease and can apply more than 200 tubes of caulk on one charge. The all-metal manual plunger rods with hook ends allow users to quickly change out tubes of caulk, while the durable gears and carriage frame help insure tool longevity. The 18- Volt ONE+ 1.5 Ah Lithium-Ion Compact Battery delivers fade-free power for maximum performance and has a lightweight design for reduced user fatigue. The 18-Volt ONE+ Charger features Dual Chemistry technology to protect battery cells, maximize battery life, and conserve energy. Best of all, it is part of the RYOBI ONE+ Worlds Largest 18-Volt Tool System*. Backed by the RYOBI 3-Year Manufacturer's Warranty, the ONE+ Power Caulk and Adhesive Gun Kit includes (1) 1.5 Ah Compact Battery, (1) 18-Volt Dual Chemistry Charger, and an operators manual.

Caulk Gun: Variable speed selector lets user adjust the discharge rate to control the bead of caulk
Caulk Gun: Switch lock helps prevent accidental start-up
Caulk Gun: Center balanced handle for increased user comfort
Caulk Gun: 200+ tubes of caulk per charged battery
Caulk Gun: On-board puncture tool to break tube seal if needed
Caulk Gun: Improved GRIPZONE overmold for optimum grip and user comfort
Battery: Extreme weather performance to withstand frigid weather conditions
Charger: Compatible with all RYOBI 18-Volt ONE+ Batteries
Part of the RYOBI ONE+ Worlds Largest 18-Volt Tool System*
3-year manufacturer's warranty
Includes: (1) P310 18-Volt ONE+ Power Caulk and Adhesive Gun, (1) P189 1.5 Ah Compact Lithium-Ion Battery, (1) P118 18-Volt Dual Chemistry Charger, and operators manual
*Stem Pack Style Battery

 

[abelacres]

I've got the 20v Dewalt caulk gun. I've never used it on a big project where battery life would be an issue, but I've used up to about 10 tubes (of silicone) and not even used a bar on the battery. It does take a little getting used to, so you may want to get a couple of cheap tubes to practice with. Of course for the price of the Dewalt, you could buy the Ryobi and 2 or 3 batteries.

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[TTMotorsports]

My m12 caulk gun I ran through 30 tubes on my shop project and it disnt even use 1 var of battery on a CP 2.0

 

[Firefighter1406]

My m12 caulk gun I ran through 30 tubes on my shop project and it disnt even use 1 var of battery on a CP 2.0

Thank you for the insight. I have been eyeballing them for a while. Kinda clunky and wish they made one that you could swap from the small and large size caulk tubes. I was looking at the m12, but maybe I am just crazy.

 

[TTMotorsports]

Thank you for the insight. I have been eyeballing them for a while. Kinda clunky and wish they made one that you could swap from the small and large size caulk tubes. I was looking at the m12 but I think it’s only in the small tubes. Maybe I need to look again.

Yes only small tubes.

 

[dagofast]

I have the Ryobi. It is one of the best tools I've ever bought. It saved my old arthritic hands when we built our last house. It pushed a couple of cases of caulk and never did wear the battery down. It came with the 2.5 ah battery and it is supposed to push 200 tubes or so. I imagine if you snapped in a 4.0 or 6.0 ah battery, it would outlast me.

 

[may0naise]

I have the Ryobi and think it is great. I don't do ALOT of caulking but it is still nicer than a cramped hand. My dad mocked me for it, but for $40 why the heck not. At that price I should be making fun of people who DON'T have one. I use a 3d printed adapter so it runs on my existing tool's batteries. you can look up the models for several brands adapters from simhopp on thingieverse.

 

[zendriver]

I ordered the Ryobi yesterday, $75 with a battery.

Dad-in-law already wants to borrow it he's 85 and still maintains rental houses, so he'll probably use it more than me.

 

[Firefighter1406]

I have the Ryobi and think it is great. I don't do ALOT of caulking but it is still nicer than a cramped hand. My dad mocked me for it, but for $40 why the heck not. At that price I should be making fun of people who DON'T have one. I use a 3d printed adapter so it runs on my existing tool's batteries. you can look up the models for several brands adapters from simhopp on thingieverse.

Ryobi with an adapter to my m18 batteries is a genius idea. Now to google I go.

 

[may0naise]

Ryobi with an adapter to my m18 batteries is a genius idea. Now to google I go.

here you go https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075SLPC6D/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[jgromada]

I have the Ryobi, just got it a few weeks ago. Only used it once for a small project so i don't exactly know what the full runtime is. I would guess you should at least be able to push out a full tube and people on here say its good for many many more. I use my DeWalt batteries along with a Dewalt to Ryobi battery adapter and it works fine.

 

[IndyGarage]

I have a nearly 20 year old Milwaukee 12 volt - the original battery still works!

I've run hundreds of tubes of caulk through it. No more than a few at a time - maybe 8-10 max, but the battery has never run out while I'm using it.

The nice thing about them is they will push the really stiff polyurethanes easily.