post pics of your heated jacket --

[kctyphoon]

Milwaukee, Bosch, Dewalt, Makita, Rigid, Craftsman, Kobalt - i dunno where or when some of these other brands of heated gear popped up, but i wanna see them..

a description of em and how good you think they are is a help too, battery size, battery placement - i think Kobalt (of all brands) is the only one with a slim fit battery - and i THINK Rigid (really wanna see a review of this), and Makita are 18v only and have a belt clip for the battery, which i dont think will score many points cause i tried it with my milwaukee and didnt like it.. although-- the Rigid jacket looks REALLY nice in pictures online..


i have the Milwaukee 2394 / 2395 model jacket. (black & gray, 2394 is the jacket only, 2395 is the kit w/ charger + battery), and the gray Dewalt heated hoodie. (both easily seen on youtube) ill have to take pictures later..

the milwaukee definately puts out alot more heat, (5 zones vs 3) and so far my record is working in -4 in high wind with just a Hanes tank top and long sleeve t shirt under it.. it just stops the wind dead in its tracks, and water seems to run off.. its almost perfect IMO.. i find myself using the m12, 2.0 batteries the most, and reserve the m18 2.0 batteries for long jobs.. the jacket holds the weight of the m18 2.0's really well, its not very noticable since the material does not stretch - the weight gets good support across a wide area. i barely even notice the m12 battery when i use it, which is why i mostly use them. i also have the 12v car adapter- which is great cause the 12v plug detaches, leaving you with a 2 or 3 foot extension cord. i use it when doing snow removal, and place an m18 4.0 pack with power source next to me in the machine and can plug into it without having it in the jacket.. i never timed it, but with eveything on high, the battery lasts a long time.. 5 hours maybe?? maybe even more.. this is using all 5 heat zones..

the Dewalt is really nice and warm, even without the heat. its an insulated hoodie like Carhartt's model J149 and the heat does work, but in the cold its really more like keeping the material from gettin cold, than making me feel the heat it gives off.. the Dewalts fit is more loose compared to Milwaukee's too, so the material does not transfer as much heat by default.. regardless, i still really like both.. i dont recomend using anything larger than 12v with the hoodie.. its just too heavy for the material to support and hangs like a weight.. and yes, you can interchange milwaukee's and dewalts battereis with the appropiate power source.. all their gear uses the same size plugs..

i also have the milwaukee black hoodie, but not in my correct size - its very thin compared to the Dewalt, but cant give a better review with the size issue...

ALSO - I am looking for another Milwaukee Jacket - model 2344 / 2345-xl its the solid black, discontinued model from the previous year i believe. if anyone has one they are selling - PM me.. (PLEASE!!!)

might also break down an buy a softshell Dewalt jacket to try.. im obsessive if you cant tell - but theres not way to try these things w/o buying them..

 

[rlitman]

Milwaukee 2394 XL with M18 adapter and an M18 4.0 battery (it fits in the pocket when expanded, but just barely):

 

[MoparTrucks]

I could have sure used something like that today...spent a few hours outside on a rescue call and now am still chilled and have an ear ache.

Where are you guys buying these? Havent seen them in these parts.

 

[kctyphoon]

I could have sure used something like that today...spent a few hours outside on a rescue call and now am still chilled and have an ear ache.

Where are you guys buying these? Havent seen them in these parts.

home depot, amazon, ebay, grainger, and any number of tool websites.. the google "heated jacket" or "milwaukee heated jacket" and youll have your pick of places to shop.. craigslist and ebay are good places, as home depot, and other places, liquidated their stock at auction and many of them are not for sale for almost half price if you look around...

i cannot even tell you how hard ive searched for the 2344 jacket, and only found one in an unused/unopened box in my size - and unfortunately the price got way to high to justify the purchase..

 

[MoparTrucks]

home depot, amazon, ebay, grainger, and any number of tool websites.. the google "heated jacket" or "milwaukee heated jacket" and youll have your pick of places to shop.. craigslist and ebay are good places, as home depot, and other places, liquidated their stock at auction and many of them are not for sale for almost half price if you look around...

i cannot even tell you how hard ive searched for the 2344 jacket, and only found one in an unused/unopened box in my size - and unfortunately the price got way to high to justify the purchase..

Thanks, I was checking things out based on your post and found this one (I need XL Hi Vis) for $139.00 and free shipping.

http://www.cpomilwaukee.com/milwauk...=milwaukee-tools--milwaukee-heated-jackets--3

Thats not too bad of a price IMO but I need to be careful about a knee jerk purchase! Its going to be 9 - 15 below tonight and no end in sight and it gets cold working an MVA.

 

[rlitman]

I don't think I would get one of these in a hi-viz.

It's not a particularly warm jacket. You can see in the thermal image I posted the body heat escaping.

Why do I like it? Well, since it's not too warm, by itself, it's an ok windbreaker, and you can turn on the heat to make it bearable in colder weather. Then, as you start to overheat, you can turn it down, or even off, and the thin insulation allows you to cool off.
Also, I bought it to wear under an insulting parka. A snug fitting heated jacket (loose fitting heated jackets don't do a good job of passing the heat in to you) underneath real insulation makes for a truly warm combination. And you get the options of many more layers, while only wearing two top layers (because of the adjustable heat). But under the parka, only the collar is visible, so hi-viz would be totally wasted.

 

[MoparTrucks]

I don't think I would get one of these in a hi-viz.

It's not a particularly warm jacket. You can see in the thermal image I posted the body heat escaping.

Why do I like it? Well, since it's not too warm, by itself, it's an ok windbreaker, and you can turn on the heat to make it bearable in colder weather. Then, as you start to overheat, you can turn it down, or even off, and the thin insulation allows you to cool off.
Also, I bought it to wear under an insulting parka. A snug fitting heated jacket (loose fitting heated jackets don't do a good job of passing the heat in to you) underneath real insulation makes for a truly warm combination. And you get the options of many more layers, while only wearing two top layers (because of the adjustable heat). But under the parka, only the collar is visible, so hi-viz would be totally wasted.

See I was thinking that because its lighter weight it would extend its use for me. I usually wear under armor and a polar fleece with a cheapo hi vis almost wind breaker over that but if I had one with a little heat when needed it would be sweet. The next up for us is a heavy parka and its almost impossible to work in.

 

[Fusion13]

Was going to pick up the dewalt heated hoodie this winter but decided not to bother, and bought a new columbia jacket... Maybe if I can pick one up on sale I'll get it for digging around outside in the fall and spring

 

[bobbycos]

i work UPS in lower Manhattan on West St,Pier 40 area, that gets damn cold and windy

i need something that I can use under an oversize uniform shirt

recommendations please

 

[Jack Olsen]

No picture. But I got the DeWalt when it was on sale in the GJ 'hot deals' forum. I don't own any DeWalt batteries or tools, but my idea was to wire a 12V plug into my race car for the winter drives out to the track. The old car has heat, but anyone who's ever had heated seats knows how nice it is to get some heat right away.

I liked it so much that I picked up a cheap 12V wall adapter and I also plug the thing in while my (not-centrally-heated) office warms up on winter mornings. I really like the thing.

 

[ADSR]

Milwaukee 2394 XL with M18 adapter and an M18 4.0 battery (it fits in the pocket when expanded, but just barely):

Great pic!

 

[rlitman]

The old car has heat, but anyone who's ever had heated seats knows how nice it is to get some heat right away.

LOL. I got mine for my commute because I didn't want to spend the time to replace the bypassed heater core in my Jeep.

The heat locations in the jacket compliment the heated seats nicely. Because the heating element in the back is higher than the rear seat element, with the jacket and heated seat together, you have heat from all sides.

See I was thinking that because its lighter weight it would extend its use for me. I usually wear under armor and a polar fleece with a cheapo hi vis almost wind breaker over that...

Sounds like a perfect substitution to me then. Yes, being kind of thin, it can replace a wind breaker layered over a fleece, and give you a lower comfortable temperature than that combination, while not overheating you at the top of the range.

Great pic!

Thanks.
The first day I wore it to work, I had to have a co-worker shoot me with the FLIR. You understand.

 

[kctyphoon]

i wear my Milwaukee almost everyday to work.. i take a Carhartt Backpack with with cold weather stuff , bibs, another hat, one of those Carhartt neck things, and a full face mask. i carry 2 spare m12 2.0 batteries, one m18 2.0 battery with the power source, and the 12v adapter.. i have a m18/m12 charger velcro'ed into the cab of my Digger Derrick at work, and a 400 watt HF power inverter velcro'ed onto a dash panel (it actually looks nice the way i did it).. i normally only use the 12v batteries and just swap out as needed and keep one on the charger. if i know ill be stuck outside for a long time and cant be worried about them, i switch to the m18.. i cant say enough good things about this jacket - 2 people i work with are buying it also.. the trick is, you need to wear less clothes to fully benefit from this thing, but you also need to make sure you have batteries on hand to maitain the power if you do that.
i completely disagree about the jacket not being warm for its size even w/o the heat.. its basically windproof and borderline water proof as far as rain goes.. you could go as far as to call it "weather proof" YES - heat will escape - but no ******** - im working in whats normally 15 - 20 degree weather with the heat on high in a long sleeve shirt - so i really cant see expecting anything more from this thing when is so light and thin itself.. anyting more bulky and it deafeats the purpose of having it.. just as a reminder to myself, i went to work yesterday with my insulated Carhartt hoodie (model j149) and my sandstone Carhartt jacket.. how quickly i was reminded how much mobility the Milwaukee Jacket gives me.. ill check the weather for the morning - if its gonna be high 20's or low 30's im just gonna wear a short sleeve t shirt and see how that goes..

really wanna see someone that has the Rigid Jacket turn up and post in here.. if i could swap to Milwaukee batteries with it like i can with Dewalt, id consider trying this one too.. the Rigid Jacket looks really nice online. No clue why its not in every HD being sold..

also curious if anyone has tried using those slim pack batteries (non milwaukee) that you can buy on amazon.. its the same one the Kobalt jacket looks like it uses, so you MIGHT be able to use either Milwaukee or Dewalt batteries with the Koblat jacket as well..

 

[Askme42]

i work UPS in lower Manhattan on West St,Pier 40 area, that gets damn cold and windy

i need something that I can use under an oversize uniform shirt

recommendations please

Hello ups brother.

It's gonna be a high of about 10 here today and I'll be in cold gear and a long sleeve shirt is about it all day. Won't break out the jacket til it gets dark.

 

[rslaback]

No picture. But I got the DeWalt when it was on sale in the GJ 'hot deals' forum. I don't own any DeWalt batteries or tools, but my idea was to wire a 12V plug into my race car for the winter drives out to the track. The old car has heat, but anyone who's ever had heated seats knows how nice it is to get some heat right away.

I liked it so much that I picked up a cheap 12V wall adapter and I also plug the thing in while my (not-centrally-heated) office warms up on winter mornings. I really like the thing.

Jack,
I also bought a Dewalt jacket even though I mainly have Ridgid tools. I picked up a couple parts off ebay and made an adapter that uses my Ridgid batteries on the Dewalt jacket. I am waiting for some enclosures to finish up the job (and do a build thread) but the gist of it is here. An adapter can be cheaply made for just about any pack type. You would need to make sure that whatever battery style you chose (if lithium) was internally protected against complete discharge.

 

[arms1970]

No picture. But I got the DeWalt when it was on sale in the GJ 'hot deals' forum. I don't own any DeWalt batteries or tools, but my idea was to wire a 12V plug into my race car for the winter drives out to the track. The old car has heat, but anyone who's ever had heated seats knows how nice it is to get some heat right away.

I liked it so much that I picked up a cheap 12V wall adapter and I also plug the thing in while my (not-centrally-heated) office warms up on winter mornings. I really like the thing.

Jack,

You're in cali? Cmon come to Chicago today, it's only -25 below with the wind chill...

 

[rslaback]

See I was thinking that because its lighter weight it would extend its use for me. I usually wear under armor and a polar fleece with a cheapo hi vis almost wind breaker over that but if I had one with a little heat when needed it would be sweet. The next up for us is a heavy parka and its almost impossible to work in.

These jackets work best closer and tighter to your body. I made the mistake of getting a XXL hooded jacket when I should have gotten an XL. I'd suggest you get a tight fitting fleece and then wear that under your normal outerwear. The insulation of the other layers will keep you toastier.

 

[Askme42]

These jackets work best closer and tighter to your body. I made the mistake of getting a XXL hooded jacket when I should have gotten an XL. I'd suggest you get a tight fitting fleece and then wear that under your normal outerwear. The insulation of the other layers will keep you toastier.

Yep. I bought the XXL cause it was half price. Oh well the hoodie is decent and I got a charger and battery with it. So still a good deal.

 

[bobbycos]

Hello ups brother.

It's gonna be a high of about 10 here today and I'll be in cold gear and a long sleeve shirt is about it all day. Won't break out the jacket til it gets dark.

Pier 40 is on the Hudson River and at least 15 degrees colder than Washington street which is 2 blocks away from the pier

 

[rice rocket]

Milwaukee 2394 XL with M18 adapter and an M18 4.0 battery (it fits in the pocket when expanded, but just barely):

Interesting. I'd like to see the heat zones on the other brands as well. The mid back one is weird, I don't ever think I've thought to myself, hmmm, my mid back is cold. I guess that's your "core" though.

Edit: here's the DeWalt one, not sure what they were thinking...

Bosch's back one is even higher than the Milwaukee...

Makita says "left chest, right chest, and back".

 

[kctyphoon]

here is the Rigid jacket.. from a couple pics i "think" it might take the same power plug as the Milwaukee and Dewalt. I bet these things are all made in the same factory anyway.. but i really think this is one of the nicer looking models. has pocket warmers too i think..
im gonna go out on a limp and call this a Milwaukee clone.. i might have to get this if i cant find the discontinued milwaukee model i want..

 

[kctyphoon]

the Kobalt..

 

[kctyphoon]

craftsman:

 

[mrvm]

here is the Rigid jacket.. from a couple pics i "think" it might take the same power plug as the Milwaukee and Dewalt. I bet these things are all made in the same factory anyway.. but i really think this is one of the nicer looking models. has pocket warmers too i think..
im gonna go out on a limp and call this a Milwaukee clone.. i might have to get this if i cant find the discontinued milwaukee model i want..

Got the Bosch last September during an Amazon Bosch deal. Its got nice styling and performs well with or without the heat turned on. Blocks the cold wind much better than the Milwaukee hoodie I picked up last December. The hoodie is great for light-weight less bulky outer wear.



The Ridgid looks like a nice jacket and maybe WE will get "lucky" as retailers are trimming their winter stuff as Spring is just around the corner. In preparation for the Ridgid, perhaps invest in the 2-pack 12V 4 Ah batteries that are being discounted from $69>$18. Definitely see the connection between Milwaukee, Ridgid and Craftsman heated jackets. I think Ridgid and Craftsman both get the older versions of the Milwaukee heated jacket. I have seen the hideous Craftsman camo heated jacket for $49. Was tempted to buy the CM to work in adverse environments (under a car) or just to try to be a living tree and blend in with the woods LoL.

Properly sized hoodies are great for warmer days (>29) unless worn under a lined jacket but the heated jackets are much better for sub 25 and below days.

 

[slyonedoofy]

I got the Craftsman Camo Jacket for 49.88 at Sears. Seems to work just fine.

 

[rslaback]

The Ridgid looks like a nice jacket and maybe WE will get "lucky" as retailers are trimming their winter stuff as Spring is just around the corner. In preparation for the Ridgid, perhaps invest in the 2-pack 12V 4 Ah batteries that are being discounted from $69>$18.

The ridgid only uses 18v packs.

 

[mrvm]

The ridgid only uses 18v packs.

Thanks that saves me a buy/return on those 12V jewels that are being neglected for $18. I got two 18V Ridgid Li batteries from a couple years ago....hmmm

 

[Monte]

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[rlitman]

Monte, you always find the cool stuff.
I like the hidden hood, and waterproof zippers, and lots more pockets than the stuff here. The shoulder blade heaters, I'm not so sure about. I'd have to see how it feels.

 

[ttf5003]

home depot, amazon, ebay, grainger, and any number of tool websites.. the google "heated jacket" or "milwaukee heated jacket" and youll have your pick of places to shop.. craigslist and ebay are good places, as home depot, and other places, liquidated their stock at auction and many of them are not for sale for almost half price if you look around...

i cannot even tell you how hard ive searched for the 2344 jacket, and only found one in an unused/unopened box in my size - and unfortunately the price got way to high to justify the purchase..

Just curious why you're looking for the 2344 over the newer one. What's the advantage?

 

[kctyphoon]

Just curious why you're looking for the 2344 over the newer one. What's the advantage?

the main reason is the 2344/5 is solid black - EVERYTHING is black.. even the zippers.. the 2394/5 is black and gray. the front/back is black w/gray zippers, and the sides of the coat are gray :/ . i have no idea why they would NOT make another solid black model - but they didnt.. it shouldnt - but it REALLY bothers me knowing that its possible to get an all black model (which looks alot better IMO) if i put some effort into ebay and craiglslist.. the real issue, is finding one in my size, AND THEN, finding one at a reasonable price - cause it seems to be the most desiereable color/model and its been discontinued.. as far as i know, the rest of the jacket, and material are the same - the interior pockets MIGHT be different.. the new models have a really nice XL "net" style pocket on the right side inside.. there is so much storage on this thing its unbelievable..

also - the cuffs are different, the 2344 has elastic cuffs, the newer model has velco straps to adjust them - not sure what i would like better but the velcro is "ok" , and i guess its nice to be able to adjust it so they dont wrap around my wrists toching me.. the power buttons are slightly different i think too ( i dont care about that) - but i think the newer model is slightly nicer with those..

i just wanna add - i am a HUGE pain in the *** when it comes to being comfortable - its something i really think you cant put a price on sometimes (within reason of course). i NEVER wear jackets to work.. i have a closet full of them cause i buy a different one every year, and i get pissed off not being able to move, having to take them on and off, and then haveing to deal with this big coat in the truck along with all my other ****.. that can really be a pain if there are 2 people in a standard cab truck.. i thought i would hate the collar on the these jackets cause they dont really fold down, and i pictured them sticking me in the face everytime i turned my head.. i almost didnt buy the milwaukee because of that.. turns out i actually love the collar, and being able to duck my face down into it when its really cold and windy.. this jacket is so comforatble, i never even take it off to drive, and i am constantly getting in and out of trucks all day.. that alone is a huge convience.. its so light and comfortable its almost like wearing a heavy sweatshirt..

ALSO - im not 100% on this yet, but from pictures ive seen online, it seems like the Rigid Jacket will accept the Milwaukee / Dewalt power source, since it looks like it has the same plug.. ill also bet it will work off the 12v packs as well, and they just did not market it to do so.. judging from the battery pockets on alot of these things, im pretty sure these are all made by the same company anyway, so it only makes sense the power sources will interchage as well..

another thing to consider - is i seriously cannot go anywhere without people asking me about my jacket. they either recognize it from seeing them around, or wanna know what the lights are for.. if you hate talking to people (im not a huge fan of it) its just something you will need to deal with. even if i shut it off, people still realize and ask.. im all over, everyday with work, so i run into tons of people. thats one advantage dewalt, and the rigid have - but im sure milwaukee did this knowing it will spark people's intrest.

guy i work with finally broke down and bought one online yesterday cause hes tired of hauling so many layers of clothes around with him.. it was -18 here with the windchill this morning, and i still have on a tank top and long sleeve t-shirt..

 

[kctyphoon]

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guy - HOW are posting the youtube video so i can play it in the post?? all i can ever do is post a link to youtube and people have to leave the GJ site to view it.

 

[rlitman]

also - the cuffs are different, the 2344 has elastic cuffs, the newer model has velco straps to adjust them - not sure what i would like better but the velcro is "ok" , and i guess its nice to be able to adjust it so they dont wrap around my wrists toching me.. the power buttons are slightly different i think too ( i dont care about that) - but i think the newer model is slightly nicer with those..

I actually prefer "sock" style elastic cuffs on my jackets too.

But they only work well in one layer. Since my parka that I wear on top of the Milwaukee already has sock cuffs in the liner, having another set underneath makes things too bulky around my wrists (and makes it difficult to wear gloves), so the velcro adjustment actually works out in my favor with this one.

The buttons are different, because the older model didn't have a hand warming zone, so there's no button for it.

 

[rlitman]

I just watched the Metabo video. Did anybody else notice that the battery pocket is EXACTLY the same as Milwaukee's two size pocket?

 

[rice rocket]

I'd prefer the belt mount. Not sure why every company likes to stick em near the kidneys. Maximum damage when falling off the ladder?

 

[kctyphoon]

I actually prefer "sock" style elastic cuffs on my jackets too.

But they only work well in one layer. Since my parka that I wear on top of the Milwaukee already has sock cuffs in the liner, having another set underneath makes things too bulky around my wrists (and makes it difficult to wear gloves), so the velcro adjustment actually works out in my favor with this one.

The buttons are different, because the older model didn't have a hand warming zone, so there's no button for it.

the 2344/5 models do have hand warmers with a seperate switch too.. but the switch is bifferent than the new one.. and i actually just won a 2345 kit on ebay for $167.. THANK GOD..

if anyone else happens to want one also - there is ONE 2345-XL kit listed on ebay in a new/unopened package - seller is asking $220 but accepting offers.

 

[kctyphoon]

I'd prefer the belt mount. Not sure why every company likes to stick em near the kidneys. Maximum damage when falling off the ladder?

i dont know about the 12v, but i made a belt clip for the 4.0 m18 battery - it was horrible to wear on the belt.. the m18 2.0s is the biggest i would go with for the jackets.. dont even think about using an m18 in the hoodie.. its like a weight pulling at your shoulders.

 

[kctyphoon]

I just watched the Metabo video. Did anybody else notice that the battery pocket is EXACTLY the same as Milwaukee's two size pocket?

im tellin ya - i would bet money these are ALL coming out of the same factory.. has the same velcro cuff adjustment too.. most of these seem to be sharing the same material also.

 

[kctyphoon]

AEG 12v heated jacket - the battery and power source look like the Bosch


http://www.bunnings.com.au/aeg-12v-heated-jacket-_p6230202

 

[falconero]

Currently do not have any pictures, ive got a Milwaukee hoodie... wish i had an adapter for 20v dewalt though
Is there a usb plug adapter made?