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Ingersoll Rand W7150 Review
For months, I’ve had the pleasure of using various cordless impact wrenches. There is just something that makes them special: no air hose to drag around. Face it, not every one of us likes to have one in the way of our work. Sure you pay more for one than a comparable air gun, but what you don’t get with an air gun is freedom. Freedom to unbolt fasteners anywhere and anytime you want. Can’t unbolt that axle nut 60 feet away from the compressor if your air hose is only 50 feet long
. I’ve gone through impact guns like underwear, and I change them twice a day! From Craftsman, Dewalt, Milwaukee, and more, I’ve longed for a gun that was worthy enough to replace my air gun’s duty. The closest thing I have is my Snap On CT6850 (using lithium battery). This thing is a beast! I didn’t think anyone could get any more power out of a cordless impact tool. It is the gun that sets the bar for all other companies to beat which is why I owned it for so long.
Ingersoll Rand announced they have released a gun that would make a huge impact (no pun intended) to the cordless world. I’m sure many of you have seen various YouTube videos of the W7150. Is it all hype, or is this the real deal? I will try to be fair and objective as possible so hopefully many of you will find this review helpful.
Specification*:
I’m sure many of you have seen the specs, but for those who haven’t, here it is. Notice the torque rating on this thing…
*http://www.ingersollrandproducts.com/lpg/w7150/
Aesthetics:
It’s a beautiful gun, particularly the hammer case. The brush-finish looks fantastic on this aluminum piece, and certainly less tacky than chrome. It would be a shame if you dropped this beauty. If Ingersoll Rand offers a boot, BUY IT. It’s a small price to pay if it means your resale value will be better later on. The composite body is dark gray. It is not exciting and wild as some of Snap On’s offerings, but many may actually like the utilitarian look. I personally don’t mind either way! Perhaps Ingersoll will offer more colors in the future? I doubt it, but you never know. You can see the gun is relatively short from the tip of the anvil to the back of the case. Here are a few pictures of the body. What do you think?
Features:
Unlike the predecessor (W360), the W7150 features side moldings to help absorb shock if it fell onto its side. It’s a great idea, except for the bottom molding. Without the battery, it’ll lay on its side with both rubbers touching the floor. With the battery, the bottom molding does almost nothing to protect the battery from touching the ground. Now I don’t know about you guys, but I leave the battery on my tools unless I need to charge it. This wouldn’t be an issue if Ingersoll offers a battery boot like Snap On does for their CT6850. Some people might not even care since most cordless impacts do not even offer any protection at all.
Speaking of rubber, the W7150 features an “Over-molded” rubber grip. It’s a nice added touch (again, no pun), but if you work with your bare hands you might find those “L” patterns on the sides annoying. They rub against your skin, creating somewhat of a discomfort. If you’re the type to use gloves, then you’re good to go. To be honest, I’m probably just nit-picking.
Something missing on my CT6850 that finally showed up on the CT7850 is the anvil brake. Ingersoll Rand has always offered it for as long as I could remember, dating back to my 2530K model so it only makes sense to include it in the W7150. It’s a good feature to have to prevent nuts from flying around. Believe me, it has happened with my CT6850 before and I almost lost an eye. What’s not available is an LED light. I really don’t care for LED lights on large impact guns to be honest. If you’re working in areas that requires high impact tools, chances are, you’re working in a well lit area. LED lights do not show up on jackhammers because you wouldn’t be working with one in the dark, nor would you want to.
The variable trigger is easy to control and smooth. I can run lug nuts back in without over-tightening them (final torque with a torque wrench of course).
Battery:
Powering the gun is a 20v 3.0 Ah battery that comes standard. The footprint is smaller than the Snap On CTB6187, but what I really like about it is the release button. You get a firm click when you press the buttons to let you know it is okay to slide the battery off. The Snap On battery (and many other guns) are annoying because you can never tell if you’re pressing hard enough. If it becomes gritty then forget about it; good luck removing that battery! Ingersoll did a nice job designing this one.
Also standard is the battery life indicator. Just press the button and it'll tell you how much life you have out of 4 dots.
Country of Origin:
China. Many of you will be disappointed at this point and it’s understandable. I try to buy American as much as possible, but I base my tool purchase mostly on merit. If it rocks my socks off, I want it. If it ***** then I don’t care if God made it himself; I don’t want it. I was a little upset when I found out the W7150 was made in China, but the price was justified. Sure the CT7850 is assembled in the US, but it also costs $660. It’s hard to swallow, especially if you don’t need two batteries. Ohio Power Tool sells the W7150 for $376 with just one battery, much less than the Snap On. Need an extra battery? Estimated price is approximately $150-ish, so you’re still $130 below the SO. I think it’s priced VERY well given the COO, and the performance it delivers. At least the battery is made in Poland!
Power/Performance:
This is what you’ve all been waiting for. Ingersoll Rand claims this gun is just as powerful as their class-leading 2135TiMax air impact gun. I have a 2135QTiMax, but have yet to do a head-to-head test to verify the claim. Once I get my 1” drive torque wrench calibrated within the next week or so, I’ll torque some 1-1/4” bolts to 800-1000 ft-lbs and see how the W7150 and the 2135 compare. Perhaps my review is too premature without concrete data? Probably, but I can still give my impression based on toying around with it, can’t I?
I have played around with the gun enough to know just how powerful it is. Is it more powerful than the Snap On? YES. Snap On states their new CT7850 is 15% more powerful than the CT6855, but that’s not enough to out-muscle the W7150. I’ve thrown axle nuts, crank pulley bolts, rusted shock bolts, sub-frames fasteners, and everything else I could. It ate them all up. We definitely know how powerful the the Snap On cordless impact guns are. Lug nuts torqued to 100 ft-lbs can be taken off with just 3-4 impacts. The Ingersoll removes them QUICKLY with just 1-2 impacts. It's not the most scientific measurement for measuring torque, but it gives you a rough idea how powerful it is. In fact, it's quicker at removing lug nuts than my old Ingersoll Rand 231C!
The only thing it didn’t remove was a Honda Accord crank pulley bolt. I had access to a 3/4” air gun, but even that couldn’t take the Accord’s bolt off. I don’t feel the slightest disappointment as a result because Ingersoll never claimed this gun to be equivalent to a 1” air impact. It did, however remove every other crank bolt I've tried it on. Impressive! For 1/2” duty, you will be pleasantly surprised at how much punch this thing packs.
Battery life is great and it lasts slightly longer than my Snap On, despite both batteries being 3.0AH. You can thank the W7150’s torque for that. Not having to hammer as long means less power wasted!
Final Thoughts:
10 years ago, the thought of having a cordless impact as powerful as an air gun was a pipe dream. You were crazy if you thought of such a thing! In 2012, Ingersoll Rand has turned that pipe dream into a reality with the W7150. Do I see it replacing air guns? You’ll have those die-hard air tool guys who will never switch over, but for the folks who are willing to give it a try, I think this gun may just do it. There is no incentive for me to turn on my compressor, drag the air hose around, and let my air gun blow my ear drums out. Best of all, I get to bring this anywhere I want. Junkyard runs are quite fun with this thing! I’d like to see someone bring their compressor into a junkyard. Sure you could probably do it if it’s small enough, but why would you want to if you have a W7150 that fits in your bag?
Don’t let the country of origin deter you away from this. Ingersoll Rand did an amazing job with quality control and I have no reason to doubt its reliability. If this thing was made in the US, the price would have gone up considerably, and many would complain about the astronomical price. If you’re in a dilemma and can’t decide between the Ingersoll Rand W7150 and the Snap On CT7850, I’ll make it easier for you: W7150. With the battery rebate promotion that IR/OhioPowerTool is having right now ($376+shipping for 2 batteries), you’d be nuts to buy the Snap On!
"Convenience of Cordless. Power of air" - It's true! I will be buying another W7150 just because I like it that much more than the Snap On.
For those who own a W7150, what are your thoughts?
Ingersoll Rand W7150 Review
For months, I’ve had the pleasure of using various cordless impact wrenches. There is just something that makes them special: no air hose to drag around. Face it, not every one of us likes to have one in the way of our work. Sure you pay more for one than a comparable air gun, but what you don’t get with an air gun is freedom. Freedom to unbolt fasteners anywhere and anytime you want. Can’t unbolt that axle nut 60 feet away from the compressor if your air hose is only 50 feet long
. I’ve gone through impact guns like underwear, and I change them twice a day! From Craftsman, Dewalt, Milwaukee, and more, I’ve longed for a gun that was worthy enough to replace my air gun’s duty. The closest thing I have is my Snap On CT6850 (using lithium battery). This thing is a beast! I didn’t think anyone could get any more power out of a cordless impact tool. It is the gun that sets the bar for all other companies to beat which is why I owned it for so long.Ingersoll Rand announced they have released a gun that would make a huge impact (no pun intended) to the cordless world. I’m sure many of you have seen various YouTube videos of the W7150. Is it all hype, or is this the real deal? I will try to be fair and objective as possible so hopefully many of you will find this review helpful.
Specification*:
I’m sure many of you have seen the specs, but for those who haven’t, here it is. Notice the torque rating on this thing…
*http://www.ingersollrandproducts.com/lpg/w7150/
Aesthetics:
It’s a beautiful gun, particularly the hammer case. The brush-finish looks fantastic on this aluminum piece, and certainly less tacky than chrome. It would be a shame if you dropped this beauty. If Ingersoll Rand offers a boot, BUY IT. It’s a small price to pay if it means your resale value will be better later on. The composite body is dark gray. It is not exciting and wild as some of Snap On’s offerings, but many may actually like the utilitarian look. I personally don’t mind either way! Perhaps Ingersoll will offer more colors in the future? I doubt it, but you never know. You can see the gun is relatively short from the tip of the anvil to the back of the case. Here are a few pictures of the body. What do you think?
Features:
Unlike the predecessor (W360), the W7150 features side moldings to help absorb shock if it fell onto its side. It’s a great idea, except for the bottom molding. Without the battery, it’ll lay on its side with both rubbers touching the floor. With the battery, the bottom molding does almost nothing to protect the battery from touching the ground. Now I don’t know about you guys, but I leave the battery on my tools unless I need to charge it. This wouldn’t be an issue if Ingersoll offers a battery boot like Snap On does for their CT6850. Some people might not even care since most cordless impacts do not even offer any protection at all.
Speaking of rubber, the W7150 features an “Over-molded” rubber grip. It’s a nice added touch (again, no pun), but if you work with your bare hands you might find those “L” patterns on the sides annoying. They rub against your skin, creating somewhat of a discomfort. If you’re the type to use gloves, then you’re good to go. To be honest, I’m probably just nit-picking.
Something missing on my CT6850 that finally showed up on the CT7850 is the anvil brake. Ingersoll Rand has always offered it for as long as I could remember, dating back to my 2530K model so it only makes sense to include it in the W7150. It’s a good feature to have to prevent nuts from flying around. Believe me, it has happened with my CT6850 before and I almost lost an eye. What’s not available is an LED light. I really don’t care for LED lights on large impact guns to be honest. If you’re working in areas that requires high impact tools, chances are, you’re working in a well lit area. LED lights do not show up on jackhammers because you wouldn’t be working with one in the dark, nor would you want to.
The variable trigger is easy to control and smooth. I can run lug nuts back in without over-tightening them (final torque with a torque wrench of course).
Battery:
Powering the gun is a 20v 3.0 Ah battery that comes standard. The footprint is smaller than the Snap On CTB6187, but what I really like about it is the release button. You get a firm click when you press the buttons to let you know it is okay to slide the battery off. The Snap On battery (and many other guns) are annoying because you can never tell if you’re pressing hard enough. If it becomes gritty then forget about it; good luck removing that battery! Ingersoll did a nice job designing this one.
Also standard is the battery life indicator. Just press the button and it'll tell you how much life you have out of 4 dots.
Country of Origin:
China. Many of you will be disappointed at this point and it’s understandable. I try to buy American as much as possible, but I base my tool purchase mostly on merit. If it rocks my socks off, I want it. If it ***** then I don’t care if God made it himself; I don’t want it. I was a little upset when I found out the W7150 was made in China, but the price was justified. Sure the CT7850 is assembled in the US, but it also costs $660. It’s hard to swallow, especially if you don’t need two batteries. Ohio Power Tool sells the W7150 for $376 with just one battery, much less than the Snap On. Need an extra battery? Estimated price is approximately $150-ish, so you’re still $130 below the SO. I think it’s priced VERY well given the COO, and the performance it delivers. At least the battery is made in Poland!
Power/Performance:
This is what you’ve all been waiting for. Ingersoll Rand claims this gun is just as powerful as their class-leading 2135TiMax air impact gun. I have a 2135QTiMax, but have yet to do a head-to-head test to verify the claim. Once I get my 1” drive torque wrench calibrated within the next week or so, I’ll torque some 1-1/4” bolts to 800-1000 ft-lbs and see how the W7150 and the 2135 compare. Perhaps my review is too premature without concrete data? Probably, but I can still give my impression based on toying around with it, can’t I?
I have played around with the gun enough to know just how powerful it is. Is it more powerful than the Snap On? YES. Snap On states their new CT7850 is 15% more powerful than the CT6855, but that’s not enough to out-muscle the W7150. I’ve thrown axle nuts, crank pulley bolts, rusted shock bolts, sub-frames fasteners, and everything else I could. It ate them all up. We definitely know how powerful the the Snap On cordless impact guns are. Lug nuts torqued to 100 ft-lbs can be taken off with just 3-4 impacts. The Ingersoll removes them QUICKLY with just 1-2 impacts. It's not the most scientific measurement for measuring torque, but it gives you a rough idea how powerful it is. In fact, it's quicker at removing lug nuts than my old Ingersoll Rand 231C!
The only thing it didn’t remove was a Honda Accord crank pulley bolt. I had access to a 3/4” air gun, but even that couldn’t take the Accord’s bolt off. I don’t feel the slightest disappointment as a result because Ingersoll never claimed this gun to be equivalent to a 1” air impact. It did, however remove every other crank bolt I've tried it on. Impressive! For 1/2” duty, you will be pleasantly surprised at how much punch this thing packs.
Battery life is great and it lasts slightly longer than my Snap On, despite both batteries being 3.0AH. You can thank the W7150’s torque for that. Not having to hammer as long means less power wasted!
Final Thoughts:
10 years ago, the thought of having a cordless impact as powerful as an air gun was a pipe dream. You were crazy if you thought of such a thing! In 2012, Ingersoll Rand has turned that pipe dream into a reality with the W7150. Do I see it replacing air guns? You’ll have those die-hard air tool guys who will never switch over, but for the folks who are willing to give it a try, I think this gun may just do it. There is no incentive for me to turn on my compressor, drag the air hose around, and let my air gun blow my ear drums out. Best of all, I get to bring this anywhere I want. Junkyard runs are quite fun with this thing! I’d like to see someone bring their compressor into a junkyard. Sure you could probably do it if it’s small enough, but why would you want to if you have a W7150 that fits in your bag?
Don’t let the country of origin deter you away from this. Ingersoll Rand did an amazing job with quality control and I have no reason to doubt its reliability. If this thing was made in the US, the price would have gone up considerably, and many would complain about the astronomical price. If you’re in a dilemma and can’t decide between the Ingersoll Rand W7150 and the Snap On CT7850, I’ll make it easier for you: W7150. With the battery rebate promotion that IR/OhioPowerTool is having right now ($376+shipping for 2 batteries), you’d be nuts to buy the Snap On!
"Convenience of Cordless. Power of air" - It's true! I will be buying another W7150 just because I like it that much more than the Snap On.
For those who own a W7150, what are your thoughts?
