Anyone using with an impact wrench How is it working for you? The acfm matches my wrench, but I'm afraid the low volume will run out quickly. Any thoughts are appreciated.
648361
I use an impact wrench for seasonal homeowner-type tire rotation and it does the job. It is not, however, the right unit to use for prolonged use in this role. It will recharge every third or fourth lug and that will likely exceed the 50% duty cycle. It's fine for a car or two once in a while, but regular use like this would be abuse of the tool.
648362
Same here I had one and it would do 1 or 2 lugs, 95# torque, before running out of air using a 1/2" Chicago Pneumatic gun. Ran air staplers, pin nailer's and other smaller CFM tools real nice. Very quiet and reasonably light weight. And it is a Makita! To run wheel lug nuts or take off a serious nut better off getting a different, more CFM unit.
1977021
I run a 3/8 impact when rotating my tires and it does fine. Recovery with this unit is fairly quick. If you want to run the sander continuous for extended periods of times probably not. I would check the CFM of the sander and compare with the output of this unit.
1356878
I used my Dewalt impact with it ... but beware it is dangerous ... when backing off go slow and side to side to even stress levels
1356876
i used it with an impact wrench. Make sure the threads are heavily lubed with oil.
892141
I use an impact...but make sure you have the proper size pieces or "cups & saucers", as I call them before you begin with the air tools. Be especially observant as some OEM balljoints have hidden flanges on the bottom that are not on the replacement ball joints. Also, some ball joints are serrated and take some reasonable application of the tool to persuade the ball joint to pop out. Installation is just the reverse and much easier. I have been very satisfied with the tool and have used it several dozen times.
469322
I would say it would be ok. The difference between an impact driver and impact wrench are slight, but basically the wrench as no "forward" impact. I mainly use it for light jobs and this is overpowered.
1190635
"what kinda of compressor should i use for these?" Hi, I found a very nice compressor... V-Power 21 gallons and 2.5HP and max at 125psi.... It is just enough to give intermittent blasts on the impact wrench. I might add an extra storage tank to possibly kick it up to 30-ish gallons? The perfect world is 30 gal. and with 5HP might be the better spec. Hope this helps.
796723
You haven't provided what your small household compressor's CFM is. You need to have a compressor that can support the at load cfm value for the impact gun. It easily takes the toughest lug nuts off. Good Luck.
1371073
I run a 1/2 inch impact pretty regularly. It doesn't cycle that much. It has a very hard time with a cut off tool or angle grinder.
2205269
Mine runs my impact just fine. Now it doesn't run it like a nascar pit crew impact. But more than sdequate to take a tire on/off. If you're running a garage or business look at something a bit beefier. But for the occasional back yard mechanic this will be fine
874424
I've had mine for about 3 years and not noticed any problems like that. The hammer drill function is worth having. I haven't used the impact driver much but it has been a handy addition.
288601
I have not had a bad experience with this tool. It is very durable and does small jobs well, however on bigger jobs it will do kind of but it makes it struggle a bit. Best thing to do is get is a kit with screw bits with Phillips and flathead and also get a 3/8 adaptor to put sockets. I am a mechanic and I use this for dashboard areas on cars and it whips right through the job. The torque is good enough to even take lug nuts off cars so that is about the hardest job for this tool. I hope this helps out.
469321
Great driver! Works wonderful. Is great for small bolts and nuts like 1/4" - 3/8" bolts. Does not work the same as Dewalt's 1/4 impact driver which works great for driving in screws with the ratcheting function. This driver works just like a air operated impact gun, but just uses a battery. Make sure that you spend the extra money on the 20V model too, don't be cheap and get a 18v, you will be disappointed.
1646061
Both tools require 90+ psi, and specified flow requirement is 5cfm average (IR231G), 3cfm average (ir170G). I have found the IR231G to be light on total airflow required in practice, so most any reasonable compressor should suffice. Official specifications: http://www.ingersollrandproducts.com/am-en/products/tools/edge-series-tools/impactools/231g/modelspec/35781 ...listed flow is is 5 cfm average, 22 cfm at load. In practice my oil-less prosumer compressor, which barely meets these specs but has a largish vertical tank, is 100% fine with this tool. This probably due to the fact that all I need during use is short bursts of air and then the tools internal inertia finished the part removal. I very seldom use the tool for fastening though you can - but it is wise to do final torque with a torque wrench, of course. The impact ratchet (170G) requires more airflow in practice for my use, ironically, though its specified average air consumption is 3cfm, peak 20 cfm. My compressor cycles much more with this tool, though the tool functions fine at reduced pressure as long as you do not require peak torque -- which usually is true. The larger air requirement for the ratchet comes from the continuous airflow for rotation over longer times, as opposed to short bursts. But it does work fine with my compressor and I use it often. Again not for final torque.
2175690
Yea,that's about right.You need a lot of leverage when using a torque wrench.Smaller than the Craftsman 1/2" clicker type I've had for years.Works well so far.Only downside is I use it rarely so install/uninstall battery with every use.
881622
HI There, I had a huge dent on my car, I just wanted to try this tool but it didn't work. However, it seems like a decent tool which would probably fix smaller dents. I hope this helps. Thank you.
969450
NO Found it to be a good tool, much more power then comp impact tools.Very satisfied.