1/2" Impact Wrenches
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1/2" Impact Wrenches It seems like the prices of these 1/2" impact wrenches varies quite a bit. Some are around $80, some are $500. Realistically though, what is a good ft-lb rating and price range for a home-use autmotive 1/2" impact? I know that some of the more expensive ones are lightweight and industrial quality, but I only need one that will be used occasionally. What is the max torque usable on our cars?
Tony
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Re: 1/2" Impact Wrenches this is one of my personal farorites. great for those late night tire changes on the side of the road. and w/ 160ft LBS on tap, it's a fine tool for the job. 
too bad it's about 500 bucks a pop. it's also great for taking motors apart on site at the salvage yard. man.. im droolin again...
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too bad it's about 500 bucks a pop. it's also great for taking motors apart on site at the salvage yard. man.. im droolin again...
Features:
14.4VDC Battery and Motor for the most powerful cordless impact wrench available.
High Capacity Battery Pack delivers longer run time.
Tough, Impact Resistant Housing made of durable, glass-filled reinforced nylon.
Non-stall Design Gear Motor develops 2,160 blows per minute.
Quick Battery Re-charge Time of about 1 hour.
Balanced "T" Handle With Soft Grip reduces user fatigue while increasing comfort.
Variable Speed Switch for maximum control.
Air Deflector System keeps the motor cool for longer brush life.
All Steel Internal Components and Double Ball Bearing Air Motor for longer tool life.
UL Listed. CSA Certified.
CE Conformity for International models
Specifications:
Stock Number CT3450
Name Impact Wrench, Cordfree, 14.4 Volt, 1/2" Drive (U.S.)
Price** $420.00
SQUARE DRIVE, inches 1/2
TIGHTENING TORQUE, ft. lbs. (N&#8226;m) 160 (217)
FREE SPEED, RPM 1,600
BLOWS PER MINUTE 2,160
MOTOR/BATTERY VOLTAGE 14.4VDC
BATTERY TYPE Nickel-cadmium
BATTERY LIFE 600 cycles
CHARGE TIME About 45 minutes
LENGTH, inches (mm) 9.5 (241)
WEIGHT, lbs. (kg) 8.9 (4.04)
BATTERY CTB314
BATTERY CHARGER CTC318
14.4VDC Battery and Motor for the most powerful cordless impact wrench available.
High Capacity Battery Pack delivers longer run time.
Tough, Impact Resistant Housing made of durable, glass-filled reinforced nylon.
Non-stall Design Gear Motor develops 2,160 blows per minute.
Quick Battery Re-charge Time of about 1 hour.
Balanced "T" Handle With Soft Grip reduces user fatigue while increasing comfort.
Variable Speed Switch for maximum control.
Air Deflector System keeps the motor cool for longer brush life.
All Steel Internal Components and Double Ball Bearing Air Motor for longer tool life.
UL Listed. CSA Certified.
CE Conformity for International models
Specifications:
Stock Number CT3450
Name Impact Wrench, Cordfree, 14.4 Volt, 1/2" Drive (U.S.)
Price** $420.00
SQUARE DRIVE, inches 1/2
TIGHTENING TORQUE, ft. lbs. (N&#8226;m) 160 (217)
FREE SPEED, RPM 1,600
BLOWS PER MINUTE 2,160
MOTOR/BATTERY VOLTAGE 14.4VDC
BATTERY TYPE Nickel-cadmium
BATTERY LIFE 600 cycles
CHARGE TIME About 45 minutes
LENGTH, inches (mm) 9.5 (241)
WEIGHT, lbs. (kg) 8.9 (4.04)
BATTERY CTB314
BATTERY CHARGER CTC318
Re: 1/2 I use the IM5100 available from Snap-On. It's probably a little overkill for your use requirements though. You should be fine with something available from Sears or Harbor Freight.
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Re: 1/2 something for just home use? here's a pretty good selection:
<a href="http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/Pro.asp?tool=power&Group_ID=2798&Group_nam e=1%2F2"+Drive&Cat_ID=1911906&Cat_NAME=Pow er+Tools%2C+Air&Sub_Cat_ID=1912181&Sub_Cat _NAME=Impact+Wrenches&store=snapon-store" target="_blank">snap on impacts</a>
<a href="http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/Pro.asp?tool=power&Group_ID=2798&Group_nam e=1%2F2"+Drive&Cat_ID=1911906&Cat_NAME=Pow er+Tools%2C+Air&Sub_Cat_ID=1912181&Sub_Cat _NAME=Impact+Wrenches&store=snapon-store" target="_blank">snap on impacts</a>
Re: 1/2 I found a husky impact wrench with 275 ft lbs at Homedepot, it also came with a case, a few cheapy sockets, and a free 3/8" air rachet for $60. It's the same impact wrench they sell for $60 by itself.
Re: 1/2 This is what i use at work and i love it Ive had it now for about 2 weeks.Ingersoll-Rand 1/2 in. Impact Wrench, Titanium
$259.99 Sears Item #00919276000
Mfr. Model #2135
I still have my old IR that I bought 3rd hand 3 yts ago for 50$. Ir makes some damn good tools. Im more for the buy things once that last a long time then replace tools every 6 months.
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$259.99 Sears Item #00919276000
Mfr. Model #2135
I still have my old IR that I bought 3rd hand 3 yts ago for 50$. Ir makes some damn good tools. Im more for the buy things once that last a long time then replace tools every 6 months.
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Re: 1/2 For at home I would definitely get a very inexpensive one. I have a CP(Chicago Pneumatic) for at home and is excellent for anything on a car or light truck. My bad *** stuff at work only brakes **** at home.
All air tool ratings are at 90psi. ... We all know these things run well up around 150! ... just call yourself a professional and it'll be ok.
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Re: 1/2 I would recommend the I/R 2131(think thats the 1/2 #, I got both 3/8 & 1/2)
They are the composite plastic cased impacts.
Very light, quiet & powerful, 600 ft lb .
I've had mine for 4 years & counting no problems yet & used often.
They are the composite plastic cased impacts.
Very light, quiet & powerful, 600 ft lb .
I've had mine for 4 years & counting no problems yet & used often.
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Re: 1/2" Impact Wrenches I ended up buying an 425 ft-lb Ingersol Rand one off of Harbor Freight. It was on sale for $105, free shipping. Should be good enough for what I'll be doing. Thanks for the replies though!
Here is the one I bought: http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=32431
Tony
Here is the one I bought: http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=32431
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Re: 1/2 IR 231 or 244 is a great, powerful impact at a great price. If you're in a neighborhood though, and work on your car late, those impacts are LOUD as hell, as are the Snap On IM6100 and similar.
THe IR 2131 QT (the "quiet" version of the composit 2131) is the gun to have. The only downside is that it sucks a lot of air, and if you have a smallish compressor (under 5hp and 60 gallons) it will run out of air rather quickly.
THe IR 2131 QT (the "quiet" version of the composit 2131) is the gun to have. The only downside is that it sucks a lot of air, and if you have a smallish compressor (under 5hp and 60 gallons) it will run out of air rather quickly.
Re: 1/2 Nice choice!! I'm in the process of getting another gun myself as well. I'm going with the new IR 2135 Titanium model for 259. I currently have the IR 2131 for over 7 yrs now and it never failed me to date - just getting old and want something more powerfull..
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Re: 1/2 Yeah the 2135 came out TWO FREAKIN WEEKS after I got my 2131 
Worst part is I bought the 2131 because I was having elbow problems, and the heavy 231 that I was using killed me. I had to literally hold the gun with two hands after mabey two wheels. The lighter 2135 would have been ideal, but the 2131 is still really really light, and most importantly, balanced. The Ti is an awsome gun though, forgot all about it. There is a local tool store here selling the Ti's (members price) for $209!!!! Same damn thing I paid for my QT. Oh well, I'm happy
Worst part is I bought the 2131 because I was having elbow problems, and the heavy 231 that I was using killed me. I had to literally hold the gun with two hands after mabey two wheels. The lighter 2135 would have been ideal, but the 2131 is still really really light, and most importantly, balanced. The Ti is an awsome gun though, forgot all about it. There is a local tool store here selling the Ti's (members price) for $209!!!! Same damn thing I paid for my QT. Oh well, I'm happy
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Re: 1/2 I recently got an IR 2135Ti....My big 'ol CP impact finally gave out. This new one seems to be about half the weight. I havent used it much yet but seems like a really nice piece.... especially for only $200! (I got a buddy-deal)
I've got to swap blades on my bush-hog this weekend, so it's gonna get put to the test soon.
I've got to swap blades on my bush-hog this weekend, so it's gonna get put to the test soon.
