New #1 Spot? The TOP 5 Most Powerful 1/2" Impacts & High Torques Are...
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These are the top 5 most power 1/2" impacts you can buy that we've tested, and we've tested damn near all of 'em!
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Torque of TTC is working for Astro Tools who also makes the Thor gun bumped down a spot on this episode to #3. TTC is not the only testing out there, always consider multiple sources when looking at a tool
I smash the like before the video starts, because I know dang well that it’s going to be a good one.
Would you be interested in testing a snap on mg725 that I ported
The "Want to see where everything we've ever tested ranks?" link seems to be broken.
Dead link to the list of everything you have tested.
$1,000 for the kit, omg. That last 40 ft lbs is expensive.
Don’t look up Ingersoll rand cordless 1” impact. Or any Hytorque F1 cordless impact guns (+-8k ft/lb=-+17$k)
Y'all's are truly doing the lord's work, even if my favorite flavor of tool doesn't always come out on top.
Can’t argue with fact, excellent list. I don’t know why you were worried about being thought of as bias when you went to work for Astro. What do you guys do on the channel is provide irrefutable fact. That’s what makes it so awesome.
Gotta be skeptical
You never know they could try to rig the test or numbers some how.
I have the 20v Matco Infinitum 1/2 & 3/8 and I will tell anyone with certainty that they are the most powerful cordless impacts made. I also have the new Matco 1/2 air impact , the most powerful air impact at 1600 ft lbs , but even it doesn't compare to the 1/2 cordless in power. Trust me when I tell you both of the cordless are amazing and well worth the price. I have to give a shout-out to my Matco Rep " Steve Ackrish " in Greensboro, Nc the best rep I have ever dealt with.
I've been heavily invested in the Milwaukee platform, was in need of a high torque impact, but after seeing that Ridgid R86211B beating the Milwaukee, I had to snag it. Didn't want the octane battery platform but got a Ridgid to Milwaukee battery adapter and it works amazingly. Maybe worth a video, using different manufacturers batteries on different tools?
@@djsi38t the idea that maybe using a battery adapter and using both Milwaukee and Ridgid batteries with the 21700 cells, comparing which battery pack would be better in terms of price to performance, you may be able to save alot of coin with one or the other in terms of battery investment. Could he silky but just possibly a video idea. Would really benefit big contractors who have to spend thousands on batteries/chargers for their crews, and having that extra versatility of cross platform tools may be something of interests for certain individuals. Just a thought
@@jaxindustries6825 umm nah bro I think he means your decision to purchase a ridgid is silly being the m18 is so close (in performance)
@@jaxindustries6825 but I wholeheartedly agree with your battery “versus” battery scenario! Supposedly Bauer batteries have surprisingly “quality” 18650 cells
Or you could've waited til 2022 for new milwaukee impacts 😂
I'd be curious to see that too. I wish Ridgid hadn't scrapped the Octane line. I wonder how many beans the Ridgid would get with the 12Ah Milwaukee.. I'd just have to remortgage my house to get one of those batteries hahah
My local home depot has the Ridgid 86211B on closeout for $200. Just bought one today. Looking forward to using it.
Why do I watch these videos? I have the Milwaukee and it is plenty of power, possibly more then I’ll ever need. Every time a new one comes out I’m back again.
I have that Ridgid high torque impact wrench. It's a beast! I had a project where I had to weld a washer to a piece of steel, and the washer had to be in a precise location. I put a bolt through the washer and steel plate and tightened it down to locate the washer. While tack welding the washer to the steel plate, I accidentally tack welded the bolt head to the washer! D'OH! I finished welding the washer in place, then used the Ridgid high torque and a 3ah Octane battery (thanks for turning me on to those, BTW!). I set the impact to the highest level, put the socket over the bolt head, gave it one little blip in reverse, and that bolt was free! YAY! I'm waiting for the Max Output 8ah battery to come out. It was supposed to be released by now, but now Ridgid is saying Spring of 2022. It'll be worth the wait!
The Ridgid high torque Octane is still available at Direct Tool as factory blemish. I just bought one two weeks ago and there’s not a blemish to be found on it. And when they run sales you can pick them up for about $125 shipped for a bare tool. Regular price is $159 I believe, which is a absolute steal for the power these put down. Also, Direct Tool purchases are covered under Ridgid’s lifetime service agreement-as long as the tool is “factory blemish”. Factory “refurbished” are not covered.
I just received mine yesterday, really happy with it 159 plus shipping still a good deal for the power.
Glad to see the Ridgid test with the 9AH. Thanks!
I can’t wait for the m18 gen 3
Totally looking forward to next years tests. Happy New Year. Live confidently and peacefully
I snagged one of those Rigid beasts from Tools Direct. Got it as a "factory blemished" unit for $169. Couldn't pass that up, especially since I already have the Octane 3 AH and 6 AH batteries.
This thing is a beast! I doubt I'll be using it too often since I already own a few of the M12 and M18 stubby wrenches, and just got into the new DeWalt DCF921 and DCF923 wrenches, but for those stubborn rusted nuts and bolts, this thing will handle them with ease!
What a great value. Thanks so much for turning me on to this beast of a tool!
Direct Tools has 3ah octane batteries for like 42 bucks right now btw
@@saltierdongs7760 Love that site!
@@mike_t_007 used to work for them, I've got all the tools ever now haha
@@saltierdongs7760 Wow! You're living the dream 👍
@@mike_t_007 haha if you ever get a store close, work part time and buy everything you need!!!
Yes...yes....been waiting long for this day💪🏿
Thank you for your knowledge 💪🏽
I've had that model Ingersoll for over a decade with zero maintenance to it. Works great. Used it today, and most days professionally. I own a few battery powered impacts, but I'm not ready to give up the air one just yet.
Four months later...
I had a Matco clone of that Ingersoll for every bit of a decade too. I say had because I finally threw it out just yesterday. It still worked, but all the time. Trigger problems.
I have the Milwaukee with the 12 amp battery, and it's a handful that has yet to find a bolt it won't bust... but I haven't given up on air yet either. That Astro Thor takes the cake. Price, size, and performance made me buy three of them. Ironically enough three of them are still cheaper than one Milwaukee with that 12 amp battery...
Thanks to you guys I just ordered a kit with that Ridgid old model, charger, battery (albeit 4ah max output) and bag for $300.
Awesome work guys. Love your videos!! Yes - a lot may ride on your battery platform. & I’m generally really pleased I swapped from DeWalt to Milwaukee as my base tool range - Although that gap seems to be somewhat closing. I love my tee-shirt too! Loved wearing it in New Zealand. Just a bit disappointed the graphics faded so quickly. Maybe look at a slightly better quality in the future? If you do, let me know & I’ll buy a replacement shirt!! 🤙🤙🤙👏👏👏
These vids should be on national TV. Interrupting any broadcasts. The evening news, the Super Bowl, even the State of the Union speech.
Ten stars, maybe 11.
🍻
Love this channel. I currently have the M18 with a 6.0 high output and it has loosened every bolt that it it can reach. Also loved the video about old vs new.
Agreed that Rigid likely pulled this nearly just released (as far as tool model product life cycles go) high torque off the market because TTI's lower product line model was more powerful than their up-market Milwaukee High Torque. The upcoming Milwaukee high torque looks like a sleeker more powerful beast. I regret not buying Milwaukee 21700 high output batteries last year (mainly for OPE tools). The cost this time in 2020 : a 12 amp and 8 amp High Output combo at Home Depot was $199.00 or $10/amp hour. The same money this year will only buy you one 8 amp hour M18 HO battery. Happy New Year all 🥳
Thanks for spilling the beans on the top Impact Wrenches.
Thanks for finding all the best deals on those Impact Wrenches.
It would be interesting to test the IR 2130.it’s been awesome and it was a lot more affordable then the ti. I worked with a guy who had one and I really couldn’t detect any performance difference. Great list and great videos as always 🍻
I managed to snag the Ridgid high torque before they ran out and bought the last 3ah octane battery I could find. Used it today at work and man what a beast!
AYE!!! LET'S GO!!!🏁
I grabbed two of those rigid 9AH batteries for $99 each...
any time I saw the price come down I would grab one...obviously it was only two times but I'm glad I did
Ridgid great out in the field or light industrial use. Super for personal use. After 5 to 6 landing gear replacement. Removing 5/8 diameter bolts. The tool had electrical shorting problems on the stator. Lucky the warranty was great.
Direct tools had the ridgid high torque for $139 bare tool and LSA from ridgid it’s my favorite battery powered impact wrench
Thanks for apologizing for something you have no control over or even have a hand in. You guys are the best!
Oh they're definitely to blame for the Thor always being out of stock, and they know it! 🤣
I've got the ct9080 and the 3/4 ct9100. I'm a diesel mechanic working on semi trucks. All I can say is dam these things are powerful. I haven't found a semi wheel that either of these guns have not been able to take off. Yoke nuts as big as 2 3/4 no sweat lol. No regrets. You got to pay to play.
Excited for that Fein!
Very impressed with the rigid but snapon has my heart
THIS IS WHY I LOVE THIS CHANNEL , THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME... PLEASE , PLEASE IS THERE NO WORD ON THE NEW 1/2 MILWAUKEE GUN YET????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????
@@djsi38t WOW
I'm looking forward to you testing the Octane battery vs the new 6+ ah Max outputs!
This has to be the best job ever!!!
Love the channel! This list makes me wonder just how many Walmart tire store kids hammer on Lugnuts at 800 ft lb, LOL.
Excellent list. I have my favorites, I expected a little more from the 9ah battery on the rigid. That or the 3ah is just that good. I digress thanks for the lack of bumblefuckeries and honest opinions. It's a rare but highly sought after quality these days.
Hey guys… could you come up with an adapter or something to test the torque output of angle grinders? To see which ones will bog down easier, versus which ones will just power through? Or maybe a whole different test rig. But I think that info would be super useful, as NOBODY likes spending any more time angle grinding than they have to….
We're working on another dyno that may work for that
Pretty difficult, it’s really about maintaining ideal peripheral speed, I can tell you that a very little drag will kill cheapo angle grinders quick, fast in a hurry !!
If you want material removal, skip the little 4.5" and move up to a 7" or 9"....I have the big 7" Dewalt DWE4597N which claims 4.9hp and boy does it eat metal.
@@djsomeguy FAAAACTS. Had to use 4.5" milwaukees extensively and without the HD batteries they'd just overheat in under a minute. The edge speed of a 7 or 9" wheel is just SO much faster given the same angular velocity.
Could a benchmark represent real world usage? Battery overheat on M18 for example, a benchmark can bypass such problems but in real world usage your productivity will suffer badly. And then the stuck-sensoring tech on for example Makita 40v, these shines in real world usage but will register the disk as stuck and then shut off when in a dyno. I believe that measuring material removed per minute and similar tests is the only reliable way to go, and the tests need to be long enough for heating issues to surface.
We need a Amazon 1/2" cordless impact shootout!! Get about 5 of the most rediculous and cheap impacts Amazon offers and see if there is any surprises.
Unfortunately, off-brands won’t make any significant beans in comparison to name brand ones. They did get a knock off air impact.
We plan to start an Amazon no-name category in 2022
The low dollar air hammer comparison showed some neat surprises, I have an old short barrel CH that does pretty well compared to a newer long barrel air gobbling monster. I'd like to see a no-name battery comparison too.
@@TorqueTestChannel Or you could do a most overrated video? keep the manufactures on their toes!
@@saturnmedia1 that's the point lol. It is more to have fun and see what your $$$ gets you.
I have the Ridgid and it is a beast
And that’s why I don’t regret getting the matco 1/2 cordless
Snap on wow that was number 1. Might have to buy the snap on then. Really need to get a new one. Maybe snap on is the one to get
Canadian subscriber here, really wanted to see that Maximum impact on the DYNO.
Would love to see more additions to the “large size drive” list in 2022.
I’d love to see the kobalt air impact go on the dyno just out of curiosity and the science of beans
Can still get the Rigid high-torque from the warehouse, shipped to my house. $229, yeah it's a beast.
Would love to see the Bosch Professional GDS 18V-1000 or GDS 18V-1000 C in this List. It's the GDS 18V-1050H you testet, but with the 1/2" Anvil and a little bit less torque
Hey TTC, I know y'all mentioned wanting to get ahold of a Dino Paoli pit gun for tests but what about testing their smaller non-motorsport offerings? "Dino Paoli 1/2" Pro Series DP1050 Impact Wrench Jumbo Hammer" is available stateside via eBay and I know I'm not the only one who'd like to see how it performs.
Hey man, can you do a torque test video on my Snap-on MG1250? I run it on 1/2” line and 1/2” fittings and I would love to see the output of it.
You can currently buy the Ridgid Octane high torque kit with two 4ah batteries for only $250 for the whole kit. Must be doing a sale on them to get ready to replace them with the new model.
Considering Milwaukee and Rigid are made by the same parent company, it’s no wonder they both perform so well. You guys should try to get your hands on a RAD Torque 1/2” impact. Much like the NASCAR gun, it’s rare as hen’s teeth unless you have money, but it’ll blow them all out of the water.
That would be cool to see some Canadian brands like the Maximum shown from Canadian Tire.
6:29 It looks very similar to the Milwaukee
Wow, I haven’t been this early since 1992 just before my first son Was born.
Snap on has a new 1/2 out. Can’t wait until you get your hands on one!!
The 1/2" version of their 3/8" mid size? 9015 or something? See shoptoolreviews vid of it, just a 1/2" anvil being new. The CT9080 shown here I believe is their newest all new impact.
3/16/22 three in stock of the Ridgid $229. Only 6amp max batteries now $149
I’m would be interested to see what power gains or loss from these battery adapters where you can use a dewalt battery in a Milwaukee cordless tool or a dewalt in a ridged impact etc there’s all kind makita to dewalt or vice versa
You should include Parkside performance A2, a beast
I'm glad I got the ridged when I did
M18 fuel mid torque and 3.0ho works great for me
Any chance you guys could test the Milwaukee 2663-20? The good ol fashioned brushed 1/2" impact. I'm really curious how it stacks up against the fuel to see if those justify the extra money
Can you test the hammerhead HWIW075 corded electric impact? It's very popular on Amazon, gets good reviews, and comes in at only $63.
I could see this being many peoples first-time impact wrench if it can make decent torque
Would like to see the difference in beans the earthquake xt makes with the muffler removed
Ive got a well used carlyle from napa 1/2 im curious about. seems to deliver beans.
If only the 1894 was in stock i'd already have one at that value per dollar. Astro for the win in my book!
Amazon had a very small amount a couple weeks ago, I got one but I think they went out of stock again.
It’s the formula 1 transitions for me 🤌🏼🫡
I'm seeing mixed re: Ridgid high torque. I myself got one recently from HD for $120. I see comments from people who said they have them then they broke and went back to Milwaukee (just non Milwaukee haters or....?) And others that say they have the Ridgid and it's a beast and love it. Anyone have LONG term use of the Ridgid negative or positive?
can you test adaptors on impacts (e.g. going 1/2 to 3/8 or to 1/4 for when you just dont have the right size socket in the right size shank?), also id like to know just how much torque is changed with a torque wrench when using extensions/adaptors.
You can get the ridgid high impact can now be found 119 to 129
Those Formula 1 graphics... Watch out for the FOM goblins! xD
I use the Ridgid platform and I love Ridgid even though it's not the best. I recently got the 1/2 impact and I'm shocked by how powerful it is and how long the battery lasts
I myself went from Dewalt to Ridgit I had too may battery go bad with18v Dewalt bats, I just gave the Dewalts away. I must have 10 of the Ridgit tools now & have near bought the same for my son.
I have a lot of Matco tools, And the 1/2 impact. I’ve put that boy through hell and it still rips off anything I put it against. I call it the bolt snapper. Highly recommend if you want power and comfort.
I have the power torque from O'Reilly's it's pretty good can you do a test on that one to see if it's a good one.
Have you seen the Hytorc Lion electric torque wrench? Man that thing would be sweet to see on your dyno, unfortunately it's quite pricey.
I bought the R86211B hoping the lineup would expand (hoped for a ratchet and right-angle impact) and have tools more competitive with Milwaukee but it looks like the reigns have been pulled. At this point, I feel like I should have gone Milwaukee for the larger product line.
They have them now 🤷🏼♂️
you have to test and compare the PARKSIDE PERFORMANCE PASSP 20-Li A2 1/2 with 8 Amp batteries
My bright neon green Ryobi would smoke this list combined!!!
Literally, smoking...
I’m not sure how to check this but here is an idea for content. I have a 1’ Milwaukee 2868 with fully charged 12.0 AH battery, I’ve checked the app to make sure it’s on its highest setting. Taking semi lug nuts off, it takes like 20 seconds to break the nut. An old 1/2 dewalt spun them off like nothing. Honestly regardless of how the 1’ dynoed it has never impressed me, which is weird because it feels like it hits hard. It’s almost like a bunch of small hits is more powerful then fewer large hits.
Might not be a high demand segment but would love to see 1/4” impacts on here. Finally pulled the trigger on the m12 stubby last week and man it’s a little monster with a 4.0.
Never owned 1/4 impact. I just use 3/8 stub with adaptor(250ft/lb+ -) If low torque is necessary just set on low torque mode. If one still somehow needs less power than that, it’s time for hand tightening
I've got the dewalt 12v 3/8 and like it more than the m12 stubby
I didn’t buy it for the reason of using it for low torque. Bought it for the places the 3/8 Stubbs chonky self won’t fit/ can’t get a decent angle on. It’s not a daily use thing at this point but it may be used more than the 3/8 idk yet
@@TheNickkirk oh I see that makes sense. I rest really wanted to get the 1/4 but then I saw that the rubber protective boot that Mill sells for their impacts 1/4 impact is the same one for their hammer and 1/4” hex impact drive m12 combo so now I use a 1/4” hex to 1/4 drive impact adaptor for the tiny compact places
But to each their own, if it works for you then more power to you!
@@maxuabo I did the same for a few years. I can tell you it’s not the same power wise. But my 1/4 hex impact lives in my service truck now. I used it as my screw gun/impact now I have the installation driver and 1/4 square drive
The ridgid is 199 right now at home depot... with 4 ah battery and charger... that's basically theft...
Can you please do most powerful 3/8
What about the m7 air impacts?? The 4255q or the smaller 4256q ?? They both offer about 1000+ pound feet of torque. Are these claims true though? I m in dire need of a new air impact and the 4256q seems to tick all the boxes. But there are not many real world test-videos on it.
Have you tried the Ridgid 211b with the new 8ah 21700? I just picked up that battery on sale recently.
you should try PARKSIDE PERFORMANCE 1/2 impact i heard its better than milwaukee
Where do I get a t shirt? - I’m a senior in mechanical engineering at university of west Florida. I am considered a level b auto tech with 2.5 yr exp however no certs. I love all of this and would love to help and know where you are located
Hello! I'd love to hear and watch how much there is power on LIDL:s PARK SIDE "400 Nm" impact driver? It is cheap, only abaut 50 Euros for the machine, and 4 Ah 20V battery and a charger. It is not like a super powerful, but it is pretty goog for price I guess. The real power is unknown. And thats what I liked to know. Thanks for great videos!
Popoman, TECCPO, AEG, and maybe Hart.
What about some Hilti impact wrenches?
If Makita put a 1/2" anvil on their 3/4" XGT high torque it would dominate this list.
And maybe shatter 1/2" anvils!
Seeing the top contenders here being so close to 1000ft-lbs i think it would be possible. I have a 1/2" adapter for mine, which i hope to never use but if i do it would be nice to know how it stacks up compared to these half-inchers. Does the XGT have the power to compensate for the adapter loss, interested to know.
@@pflaffik I'd also be very curious to see TTC test the XGT with an adapter against these others.
Love your torque curves. But why mixing battery and air hose tools?
Because we use them for the same task?
I got a ridgid high torque after watching this channel and it does great on just 3ah 21700 cells. 9ah not much improvement. Would like to see how my double stack 3ah (21700)battery would compare.
Yeah this channel sold me on both a Ridgid High Torque and an M18 Frankenstein! Have them both and am super excited to use them
High Torque with the 3ah is the best combo and feels great in the hand!
Have you ever tested Hilti brand impact wrenches ?
Great testing you guys are doing. Your missing the 3/4 Earthquake air gun. It's an ass kicker but needs a lot of air. You must add it to your testing.
We tested it. Couldn't keep 90 psi in the gun while running with a 1/2" airline!
Hi! please can you test impact pen driver? like
hikoki wh7dl,
makita TD022D
Panasonic EZ7521
DCPL-7215
i am realy ecided to see this.
Do you gotta have a special charger for the milaulkee 12.0
Anyone know how good the 1/2 Kobalt, Ridged and Ryobi High Torque Impact 🔧's stack up to eachother in Breakaway, Price and Warranty?
This is the earliest I’ve ever been
The Ridged Octane 834 Ft-Lbs on 9Ah Octane vs 791 Ft-Lbs on 3Ah Octane isn't enough of a climb for me to pay 2x or 3x the price.
I'll stick with my Ryobi HP 3Ah with 21700 cells and the bundles of One+ HP 4Ah 18650 cell.
I like Ryobi 0ne+ HP 4-Mode lineup of ½" Impact Wrench's.
The 1170 Ft-Lb Breakaway Torque "PBLIW01B" for high torque and the 600 Ft-Lb Breakaway Torque on the Mid Torque "P262" or "P262K1" which is still strong.
I mean not much on a car requires more than 600 Ft-Lbs if you use Blaster penetrating oil or heat the bolts.
But that's why I went for the High Torque Imact Wrench so if I come across 650-950 Ft-Lbs rust welded/frozen nuts or bolts, I can take them out easy.
But I'd get a 600 Ft-Lb P262 bundle for $159 and walk home happy knowing it would take care of 90% of everything I run across on Cars, SUVs and Truck's.
For Semi Truck's I'd definitely use the PBLIW01B with 1170 Ft-Lbs of Breakaway Torque.
You guys are the fucking best. 🧡
Kobalt xtr should get an honorable mention for price to Beans Value!
Believe it or not the new Ryobi has the same price to power ratio, and the Ridgid is slightly higher still using their standard batteries
@@TorqueTestChannel don't forget kobalt has the ultimate output 8 ah when availability comes into play might make a bit of a difference in this compatition 💪
Both the ryobi and ridgid are close in price for the Bare tool price.. you have to pay another 100 plus for the Battery and Charger that comes with the Kobalt at that price.