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Which two cordless impacts?
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greasegorilla
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The only cordless I currently own is a makita wt01 3/8 impact wrench in 12v max lithium ion. Its quite handy for the work I do, typically 1/4-3/8 inch bolts. Approximately 80 ftlbs of torque, which I feel is exactly the right amount needed for its size. Its very compact and can squeeze into some pretty tight spaces. The wt01w is the best bang for the buck out there in its class.
I'm wanting a 1/2 impact for my next cordless purchase, which will likely be the IR w7150. I think between the small makita and a high torque 1/2" I can cover everything I need from an impact that can be done with a cordless. If I was doing lower torque work like dash and interior stuff, I might step down from the 3/8 makita to the 1/4 chuck version.
I'm wanting a 1/2 impact for my next cordless purchase, which will likely be the IR w7150. I think between the small makita and a high torque 1/2" I can cover everything I need from an impact that can be done with a cordless. If I was doing lower torque work like dash and interior stuff, I might step down from the 3/8 makita to the 1/4 chuck version.
MattPersman
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as of right now IR W7150 1/2" and snap on CT4410A 3/8". I have both of them, they are great, looking forward to buy the IR 3/8" maybe after christmas unless a deal comes up.
ianguilly
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Milwaukee 1/4 impact and a snap on 3/8 impact.
JASTECH
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I don't have one but am looking and reading as you. I would like one that will take lugs off my F350 and pinion nut as I can't do this after my accident. It also needs to be spark free do to oxygen I'm on so that means Brushless. There are a couple out now you can look at. There is the Milwaukee Fuel, Makita and I think I'd seen the Bosch 2pk at Menards but could be wrong. The Milky has a 5yr warranty on tool and 3yr battery warranty which may sway you. The highest torque is the IR, after that maybe Festool? So you just need to narrow it down. I would choose Milky, they have a better warranty, batteries will work on their tool line, Local stores carry it, and I like they have a 110vac/12vdc charger for the car. That will make it nice when you drive and get a flat, the lugs wouldn't have a chance. So you can charge them when needed, that's a plus in my book. Maybe a thread giving all the specs would help you and others?
MattPersman
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I think you are better off getting the Milwaukee, Bosch, Makita 1/4 impact driver from amazon, home depot, lowes, etc than the matco. IMO its over priced. it is worth getting a 3/8 and 1/2 though if you are using them for a living.
bobcatdan
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SO 14.4v and 3/8" and SO 18v 1/2". I have the 3/8" in the service truck ann 1/2" in the shop. Both are go to tools, I really only use air when the cordless can't take something off. I have gotten to the point I really hate dragging cords or air hose behind me.
dsmnickk90
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Im planning on getting the M12 3/8 fuel when it come out and if a high torque m18 fuel 1/2" that can compete with the IRW7150 dosnt come out by next summer Im gonna snag a IR
richfinn
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I,ve got a 19.2v IR W360 which although not the most powerful in its class has lasted really well and is still running on one of the original batteries after 5 years. Build quality is excellent.
I also have a 10v 1/4 hex impact driver (Black and Decker) which I use for small bolts up to M8 and as a general screwdriver and even as a drill with hex shanked bits, its so small and easy to get in tight places and is rated to 105nm. I have a 1/4" and 3/8" square drive adapters if I want to use it with impact sockets.
I have an air powered 3/8" Snappy but I dont use it much anymore.
I also have a 10v 1/4 hex impact driver (Black and Decker) which I use for small bolts up to M8 and as a general screwdriver and even as a drill with hex shanked bits, its so small and easy to get in tight places and is rated to 105nm. I have a 1/4" and 3/8" square drive adapters if I want to use it with impact sockets.
I have an air powered 3/8" Snappy but I dont use it much anymore.
wannab20hatch
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I have the Milwaukee m12 3/8 with a 3/8-1/4 reducer and a snap on 3/8 ct4410. I work in a body shop so mostly bolt on stuff. For lug nuts I use snap on mg325 the Milwaukee stuff is really nice. Charges really quick and usually lasts me 2 days or more. Had my 4410 for over a year now. It'll still break loose lug nuts on some cars
sdguy55
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My Dewalt impact driver is pretty sweet. You can switch out the bit to have any size you need. But im holding out for the Mac cordless impacts coming out and getting the 1/2 drive one cause it will take my dewalt batterys also.
Neuswede
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For 1/2", I went with the 20V Ingersoll without any hesitation. I have already placed an order the 3/8" version, too. I have a 18V Dewalt 1/4" Li-On that I've have good results with as well.
I've got the 18v infinium 1/2 in drive matco cordless impact and it's a beast. very pleased with it so far, plus the battery can be used on other 18v tools, like the grinder and drill. i will be buying the matco 3/8 cordless this week...it is a BIG improvement over the last one they had (the original infinium 3/8 cordless, which sucked balls). This new one has a breakaway torque of 275 ft-lbs and a working torque of 175 ft-lbs. RPM is 2300 with 2600 impacts per minute. I've had one for demo since last wednesday, and it's pretty nice. plus, it uses the same charger as the 1/2 in impact and that charger can also charge the 10.8v batts and the new 12v batts.
JASTECH
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So it seems Mac is selling a rebranded DeWalt, and not for the same price I bet? Are the IR USA made with USA parts?
I've got the 18v infinium 1/2 in drive matco cordless impact and it's a beast. very pleased with it so far, plus the battery can be used on other 18v tools, like the grinder and drill. i will be buying the matco 3/8 cordless this week...it is a BIG improvement over the last one they had (the original infinium 3/8 cordless, which sucked balls). This new one has a breakaway torque of 275 ft-lbs and a working torque of 175 ft-lbs. RPM is 2300 with 2600 impacts per minute. I've had one for demo since last wednesday, and it's pretty nice. plus, it uses the same charger as the 1/2 in impact and that charger can also charge the 10.8v batts and the new 12v batts.
Which is the new and old Infinium 3/8? I can only find 1 model on the website.
Engineer61
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The current Milwaukee 1/2" isn't a brush-less motor design, it uses a 4-pole brush motor. The IR W7150 also isn't a brush-less motor, it does claim to use the high-strength rare-earth magnets in it's motor.
The 1/4 hex M18 Fuel impact driver is brush-less, and with the 1/4 hex to 1/4 square adapter makes a great little impact wrench that goes up to 1600 inch-pounds / 133 feet-pounds of force. You may need multiple of those adapters if you want to regularly use the high torque the tool is capable of because none of those adapters can survive that much force for very long.
The 1/4 hex M18 Fuel impact driver is brush-less, and with the 1/4 hex to 1/4 square adapter makes a great little impact wrench that goes up to 1600 inch-pounds / 133 feet-pounds of force. You may need multiple of those adapters if you want to regularly use the high torque the tool is capable of because none of those adapters can survive that much force for very long.