Astro Pneumatic Tool Company

[Madjik Man]

Bought the 78319UPD. $27 shipped to my door.

Spoke with a gentleman at Astro who said there was one available in the warehouse and that he’d ship it out.

Got a receipt for the payment but now order info (other than what might be an order number on transaction?)

I assume it’s shipping out? lol And eagerly await its arrival.

 

[maxpower_hd]

Micro-USB is inherently not all that great. If the female USB slot is damaged, it would need a re-soldered on through board style replacement. We dont carry USB board parts because our insurance would drop us if they found out we were having users do repairs to rechargeable tools. I can send you a 72SL and encourage you to switch to that, it and its USB-C is lightyears improved.

I would like to try the new one. However, I already have several so I will wait until I need a new one. It may be a while. I did try the 65 and actually liked the 40 better. But maybe the 72 will be better than both. Thanks for the info.

 

[InjectorService]

What don't people get on here? HES TRYING TO SEND YOU A FREE LIGHT. Just take it. If you don't want it maybe he will send it to me!??

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

@Astro_Pneumatic_Tools

Any idea when the 1895 1/2" Thor G2 will be available online? Don't really see much except a couple of eBay sellers selling it for $200 more or less. Dieing to get my hand on it and hopefully at a reasonable price.

Also another thing, I just bought the 1/4 and 3/8 long-body nano ratchets. Love the size. Both ratchets but especially the 3/8 seem to have quite a rough ratcheting mechanism. The 3/8 locks up pretty easily on me. I took the 3/8 apart and took note that it was quite dry in there. As I went to put the ratchet back together, I realized I lost one of those really small springs that go into the switch lever (1 of the 2 smaller springs, not the longer one). Can you send some replacement springs and pins for both ratchets? I ask for extras for both, because next time I go to open either one up to clean and lube, I'm sure I'll lose another one of those tiny springs and small pin-type things.

By the way, bought the 19pc 3/8 metric nano sockets and long reach 17mm flex head ratchet wrench. Love the nano socket system. Currently waiting for the 10 pc 3/8 SAE set to come in. Hoping to see a long reach 22mm ratchet for the 1/2 drives and a 1/2 metric set that goes beyond 24mm. The 1/2 SAE set that goes to 1" works for me but maybe up to 1 1/4" or even 1 1/2" would be cool to see, however. Would buy both sets in a heartbeat. But as of now, the 1/2 drive sets don't make too much sense to me

It's only become available this week. You should see more and more sellers of it pop up soon and usually price settle in following that. But not something we can control there specifically.
We're looking into the ratchet smoothness. Send me a pm with an address for parts

Bought the 78319UPD. $27 shipped to my door.

Spoke with a gentleman at Astro who said there was one available in the warehouse and that he’d ship it out.

Got a receipt for the payment but now order info (other than what might be an order number on transaction?)

I assume it’s shipping out? lol And eagerly await its arrival.

I'm told these are going out, yup!

I would like to try the new one. However, I already have several so I will wait until I need a new one. It may be a while. I did try the 65 and actually liked the 40 better. But maybe the 72 will be better than both. Thanks for the info.

Let me know.

 

[purplezr2]

Astro, have you heard complaints about charging with 80SL. Seems like it doesn't stay on the charging contacts and I have to always fiddle with it, similarly I have to rotate the spare battery occasionally to get it to charge... I got the unit a year and half ago. The first 8 months or so no issues. Since I have had the issue above, I use it once a week I would say....

 

[WWheeler]

@Astro_Pneumatic_Tools

Any idea when the 1895 1/2" Thor G2 will be available online? Don't really see much except a couple of eBay sellers selling it for $200 more or less. Dieing to get my hand on it and hopefully at a reasonable price.

This: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JBICLQW/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[Wrench97]

Astro, have you heard complaints about charging with 80SL. Seems like it does stay on the charging contacts and I have to always fiddle with it, similarly I have to rotate the spare battery occasionally to get it to charge... I got the unit a year and half ago. The first 8 months or so no issues. Since I have had the issue above, I use it once a week I would say....

I also have a issue with it charging on the pins, none with charging the batteries separately though.

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

1895 does cost more $195, $200, $205, $210 does not surprise me. 1894 was $180-188 when it came out. How 1894 is as low as its gotten I have little explanation for besides to say it's just extremely popular.
There's a tone of new highly customized parts in 1895 which cost more to make which i'd be happy to go into. As for that Amazon page, it might still be settling down from retailers still adding to it. After all it shows the brand as "Tree-Free Greetings"

 

[Lucid Moments]

I am just waiting for @Torque Test Channel to do their bit on the 1895.

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

I am just waiting for @Torque Test Channel to do their bit on the 1895.

Had a heavy hand in the various improvements and prototypes on this very tool and the push for 3/4", I think between 500-1000 runs, but no promises as we don't dictate what's makes it on camera.
Eric O. and his brother's diesel shop has also been using them for over a year.

 

[CallumRD1]

1895 does cost more $195, $200, $205, $210 does not surprise me. 1894 was $180-188 when it came out. How 1894 is as low as its gotten I have little explanation for besides to say it's just extremely popular.
There's a tone of new highly customized parts in 1895 which cost more to make which i'd be happy to go into. As for that Amazon page, it might still be settling down from retailers still adding to it. After all it shows the brand as "Tree-Free Greetings"

I for one would be very interested to hear about the changes and improvements for this new version, to whatever extent you're willing to disclose.

 

[2ndGearRubber]

I for one would be very interested to hear about the changes and improvements for this new version, to whatever extent you're willing to disclose.

Also interested. That sort of data/testing is always interesting to me.

 

[GeoBruin]

Can we assume the TTC folks will be getting their hands on the new .401 air hammer soon? I was about to pull the trigger on an IR 119 max but now I need to see how this one stacks up.

 

[californiamilleghia]

Hi , do you have the owners manual online for

• Astro Pneumatic D1000 Door Skinning Tool
• Astro Pneumatic D2000 Pneumatic Door Skin Removal Tool

Thanks for your help

 

[WWheeler]

Hi , do you have the owners manual online for

• Astro Pneumatic D1000 Door Skinning Tool
• Astro Pneumatic D2000 Pneumatic Door Skin Removal Tool

Thanks for your help

PDF files.
D1000: https://www.astrotools.com/product/...ttachment_id=5516&download_file=pxcv94nhfmh7i
D2000: https://www.astrotools.com/product/...ttachment_id=5515&download_file=yr5btdnmlesoj

 

[bubinga]

Regressing to Nano sockets, Got my 19-piece, WAY lower profile than I thought they would be on the 17 mm special ratchet! Nice. Only thing that occurred to me is possibly on the bigger sockets, the "Pass through" will be/may be "moot", as some bolts and studs may be too large to pass through the 3/8" hole.
This set-up would shine on serp belt tensioners too!

 

[merkyworks]

@Astro_Pneumatic_Tools any timeframe/plans for a replacement of #1026 Metric t-handle hex keys?

9pc. T-4 Handle Ball Point & Hex Key Metric Wrench Set | Astro Pneumatic Tools

• Made of S2 steel • Finish is satin No longer available

www.astrotools.com

Like having matching sets, (same handle same feel when turning) and was going to get the SAE set but without metic I would pass/wait.

 

[nitroracer20]

Hey if anyone wants NIP obscure mini astro collectables PM me. Three as a package deal.

Love the company, just selling for a friend who doesnt internet. Mods - Sorry this isnt in the classifieds. But I felt it suited best here. Please delete if needed. TY!

 

[Odd-job]

Looks like TTC dropped a video testing out Thor G2

Highlights:

• Progressive trigger and new grip
• Larger air motor
• Same housing size
• More reverse torque, but not more than the Dewalt DCF900 (but who hasn't cranked up the air pressure?)

 

[Buckgnarly]

Looks like TTC dropped a video testing out Thor G2

Highlights:

• Progressive trigger and new grip
• Larger air motor
• Same housing size
• More reverse torque, but not more than the Dewalt DCF900 (but who hasn't cranked up the air pressure?)

So my original Thor has done everything I have asked it, why would I need a Gen 2.....oh ****, why the hell am I even asking........that damn thing is like having a 3/4 gun!

 

[Lucid Moments]

So my original Thor has done everything I have asked it, why would I need a Gen 2.....oh ****, why the hell am I even asking........that damn thing is like having a 3/4 gun!

And I need a 3/4 gun like I need another hole in my head. Wonder how long UPS is going to take to get it here.

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

In addition, we also changed the forward reverse switch valve to a new design so it's a bit smoother and wont get hung up on dirt and grime (that's in latest 1894's as well going forward, we can also provide them for free to 1894 users *Edit: we're OOS but making more), and beefier main housing bolts holding the whole tool together as well because the whole thing started twisting under loads. The anvil uses a new shot peened alloy to survive the torque increase. That's about it

 

[WWheeler]

Looks like TTC dropped a video testing out Thor G2
[...]
More reverse torque, but not more than the Dewalt DCF900 (but who hasn't cranked up the air pressure?)

True, but the DCF900 did still best it by a smidge in their 'best case scenario' test @ 150PSI. I'm just sayin'.

Even though it came out second in max torque the Astro Thor G2's lower price and the the ftlbs per inch categories are what nudged it over the Dewalt DCF900 on their chart.

The real factor though is in the new variable trigger control IMHO which is very nice, and what has me considering it even though I have the original Thor thus no practical need for it other than the Tim 'the toolman' Taylor grunt factor.

 

[WWheeler]

In addition, we also changed the forward reverse switch valve to a new design so it's a bit smoother and wont get hung up on dirt and grime (that's in latest 1894's as well going forward, we can also provide them for free to 1894 users), and beefier main housing bolts holding the whole tool together as well because the whole thing started twisting under loads. The anvil uses a new shot peened alloy to survive the torque increase. That's about it

That would be AWESOME! How would I go about claiming that?

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

That would be AWESOME! How would I go about claiming that?

Just shoot me a PM. It's a few steps to get in there, and at least one detent ball bearing to keep track of - but not impossible to change out. Or you can send to us and we'll retrofit it for free and ship it back.

Edit: we only have a couple parts in stock but are making more of the new ones ATM

 

[GeoBruin]

So my original Thor has done everything I have asked it, why would I need a Gen 2.....oh ****, why the hell am I even asking........that damn thing is like having a 3/4 gun!

Ugh. As nice as this is, I really need to see TTC test the new Astro .401 air hammer. Priorities guys!

 

[Benito]

True, but the DCF900 did still best it by a smidge in their 'best case scenario' test @ 150PSI. I'm just sayin'.

With a 3/8" airline and 1/4" hi flow fitting on the 1/2" G2. I bet 1/2" line 3/8" NPT Hi Flo closes the gap given the new air motor is hungrier, or makes them pretty close

 

[woody 73]

I just found the video, that 1895 thor sure looks like a monster!

 

[WWheeler]

With a 3/8" airline and 1/4" hi flow fitting on the 1/2" G2. I bet 1/2" line 3/8" NPT Hi Flo closes the gap given the new air motor is hungrier, or makes them pretty close

Maybe, but TTC explained later in that same video how when they tried all of their impacts with a larger diameter line and fittings they got worse results, not even close. They mentioned it might perhaps have been due to the limitations of their 80 gallon IR compressor, but the vast majority of us are not ever going to have theirs plugged up to anything better.

 

[Benito]

Maybe, but TTC explained later in that same video how when they tried all of their impacts with a larger diameter line and fittings they got worse results, not even close. They mentioned it might perhaps have been due to the limitations of their 80 gallon IR compressor, but the vast majority of us are not ever going to have theirs plugged up to anything better.

I think that was when discussing traditional huge body size 3/4" impacts, not larger lines in general which they did use on the 3/4" Thor

 

[AJHD]

In addition, we also changed the forward reverse switch valve to a new design so it's a bit smoother and wont get hung up on dirt and grime (that's in latest 1894's as well going forward, we can also provide them for free to 1894 users *Edit: we're OOS but making more), and beefier main housing bolts holding the whole tool together as well because the whole thing started twisting under loads. The anvil uses a new shot peened alloy to survive the torque increase. That's about it

Can you tell by serial number if a Gen1 has that updated valve or not?

Will the stronger main housing bolts or other upgraded parts fit a Gen1?

 

[Snapped-off]

How about some boots for the impacts. I wouldn't want to scratch one when I pull it out of the display case for its monthly polishing.

Also should the fwd/rev lever on the Thor G2 move when not hooked up to air? I can't move mine. Haven't hooked it up to air yet though.

 

[Benito]

How about some boots for the impacts. I wouldn't want to scratch one when I pull it out of the display case for its monthly polishing.

Also should the fwd/rev lever on the Thor G2 move when not hooked up to air? I can't move mine. Haven't hooked it up to air yet though.

This says it fits all of them

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JBNOZWK/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[WWheeler]

This says it fits all of them

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JBNOZWK/?tag=atomicindus08-20

The tux looks good on them too.

 

[JDtime]

@Astro_Pneumatic_Tools Any idea when the Astro Tools 78318 Long Flex Head Ratchet Wrench might be back in stock on amazon or anyplace else. Was looking for the kit with either the 6-19mm or one up to 24mm. Seems no one has any stock.

 

[bryant 24]

Hey guys, we're Astro. Sometimes our sales staff will be on here to help, but usually our Product Manager Chris is trolling about on these forums instead of working so you'll often get him as well.
If you have any questions about product or warranty just drop a line right here and I will be more than happy to do whatever I can to help!

Any recommend for your ratchet handles? I am mainly doing engine bays,why you made some extra compact head ratchet?like 3/8 drive in 1/4 head?

 

[dnschmidt]

Here's my take on the Gen2. If you're going to buy this get it in 3/4" drive as that's where it's unique features come to the front. All of the major brand electric impacts are just as good in 1/2" drive and all of them will rip the drive ends up on normal 1/2" drive impact sockets. We have reached the end of the road on 1/2" drive impacts of either electric or air versions. So I see little to gain here. But the 3/4" can run off of a normal shop air compressor with normal air lines and still deliver the size, weight and power you need in a 3/4" drive impact. Few need this kind of omph but if you do 3/4" drive will deliver it better than 1/2" and you will not tear up your impact sockets with 3/4" drive either.

 

[Benito]

Here's my take on the Gen2. If you're going to buy this get it in 3/4" drive as that's where it's unique features come to the front. All of the major brand electric impacts are just as good in 1/2" drive and all of them will rip the drive ends up on normal 1/2" drive impact sockets. We have reached the end of the road on 1/2" drive impacts of either electric or air versions. So I see little to gain here. But the 3/4" can run off of a normal shop air compressor with normal air lines and still deliver the size, weight and power you need in a 3/4" drive impact. Few need this kind of omph but if you do 3/4" drive will deliver it better than 1/2" and you will not tear up your impact sockets with 3/4" drive either.

Well when your goal posts are matching air power with a tool 1.5-2X the size, yeah that's an easy win for cordless. game over. But air impacts like these match mid-torque sizes more than high torque sizes these days, so I'd say cordless still has some ways to go.

 

[Wrench97]

Here's my take on the Gen2. If you're going to buy this get it in 3/4" drive as that's where it's unique features come to the front. All of the major brand electric impacts are just as good in 1/2" drive and all of them will rip the drive ends up on normal 1/2" drive impact sockets. We have reached the end of the road on 1/2" drive impacts of either electric or air versions. So I see little to gain here. But the 3/4" can run off of a normal shop air compressor with normal air lines and still deliver the size, weight and power you need in a 3/4" drive impact. Few need this kind of omph but if you do 3/4" drive will deliver it better than 1/2" and you will not tear up your impact sockets with 3/4" drive either.

Air is still faster, lighter and cheaper then battery, if you are working in a shop all day with air provided, pneumatic is still the best choice for wheel and suspension work.

 

[Mgdoug3]

Here's my take on the Gen2. If you're going to buy this get it in 3/4" drive as that's where it's unique features come to the front. All of the major brand electric impacts are just as good in 1/2" drive and all of them will rip the drive ends up on normal 1/2" drive impact sockets. We have reached the end of the road on 1/2" drive impacts of either electric or air versions. So I see little to gain here. But the 3/4" can run off of a normal shop air compressor with normal air lines and still deliver the size, weight and power you need in a 3/4" drive impact. Few need this kind of omph but if you do 3/4" drive will deliver it better than 1/2" and you will not tear up your impact sockets with 3/4" drive either.

That seems like good advice. I have a high torque Milwaukee that I've been using with an adapter. I might pick up the 3/4 Thor. I only have a 60 gal tank and 3/8" line in the shop. The 3/4 Thor seems like the best option without having to upgrade the shop air and lines.