New impact: air vs battery powered?

[wixthedog]

I use the battery powered impacts at work but I do not own one. I have plenty of air tools that are over 20 years old, can't say that about battery powered tools.

If I didn't have a shop compressor with plumbing and tools already in hand I would probably buy battery though, just for convenience and weight.

 

[75gmck25]

I have an inexpensive 18 volt Ryobi impact and it works well, but I have other Ryobi 18v tools and the battery performance is spotty under as they get older. Ryobi is often on sale at Home Depot for a good price, but the tools are relatively bulky compared to the some of the more expensive tools from Makita and Milwaukee.

I recently purchased a new Makita compact brushless drill and driver combo, and the batteries seem to last much longer and recharge very quickly. Its also a very light tool compared to the Ryobi.

Bruce

 

[RangRayy]

I mainly use my 19.2V craftsman 1/2 impact and 1/4 impact. I like them for their portability when I’m out on the farm working on equipment in the fields. I also always buy a second battery when I purchase any battery powered tools just so I can always have a backup when needed.

 

[Craig Nedrow]

I put together a steel building. Craftsman 19. volt died, Got a Dewalt, same. Got a Milwaukee, still going strong expensive, but can be had reasonable now. Used on 5/8 and 3/4 bolts, tightened to 150 ft lbs torque measured by independent contractor. Highly recommended. Use it all the time and still going strong

 

[bigcountry78]

Thanks for everyone’s input. I ended up with the 24 volt kobalt from Lowe’s. I’ve only used it once to remove my tires. It worked great.

 

[78C10BigTen]

Thanks for everyone’s input. I ended up with the 24 volt kobalt from Lowe’s. I’ve only used it once to remove my tires. It worked great.

Its been working great for me! Even used it at work a few times. Only found 1 thing it wouldnt bust loose. Wat they **** ya for it?

 

[bigcountry78]

Its been working great for me! Even used it at work a few times. Only found 1 thing it wouldnt bust loose. Wat they **** ya for it?

If I remember correctly, it was about $200. I need to pick up a spare battery.

 

[ford]

I went battery and haven't looked back and it's done all I need it to.