One thing I TOTALLY forgot to mention as a huge plus for Electric in this video is mobility. I do side work pretty often and I can obviously just take my electric stuff with me anywhere to greatly speed up the work process even working out of my car...good luck doing that with air tools!
Like I said they are great tools! They last a long time if you maintain them, but I am faster and more efficient and like the electrics more. If your working hard and making money tools are part of the budget all the time and I pick what makes my day go easier and helps me get more work done. Plus I can take the electric ones with me on the go for mobile work, they have paid for themselves with that several times over already in the 6-7 months I've had them.
Still have my CP 1/2" impact bought in 1970 still works great, been a mechanic all my life! ( 70yr old now), I think I've got my money's worth, great tools, all my tools off MAC tool trucks, "not a mobile mechanic" great memories!
The one big problem in Canada we have with electric tools vs air is that air tools can be used in all weather conditions, electric/battery.... you better be in a dry location or in nice outdoor weather. I've dragged my air tools out in blowing snow and sleet to do a wheel bearing. While just tossing my air ratchet and impact gun in a pile of snow. Tell me how well your electric tool will work for you after doing that.
I would never give up all of my air tools. I love all my compact air impacts and air ratchets. There are so many body work air tools. I also have the convenience of an air nozzle to dry and blow dirt/dust off of everything. I think cordless is more portable unless you have a portable air compressor. Just my opinion.
I havent given up mine either, but day to day they mostly sit untouched while use the electrics. Body work is also a different animal than the mechanical and diagnostic work I do. Cheers and thanks for sharing!
I generally like air for something I'm not going to be moving around with a lot, and electric for something where I am. It's why I have an electric impact and an air ratchet.
For people that do small-scale mechanic work like engine swaps, the cheap Ryobi and Hart tools are very effective. That fills a spot that a lot of people need. Milwaukee and Ryobi are great for homeowners when you consider their cordless chainsaws. The rapid-stop function of a cordless drill or cordless sawzall is a very desirable feature. Same for the brushless angle grinders that have electronic brakes. A lot of cordless carpentry tools are super handy as well. Golden rule: Always wear active hearing protection. Electric tools make sharp cracking sounds. Air tools have loud exhaust ports. -- Air impacts spin 5 times faster, with 20 times the energy. Especially the Ingersoll 2235 and thunder guns. I've found that to be a useful feature for heavy disassembly. Also, air impacts seem to hit harder when you're dealing with equipment that has slop in it. -- Air grinders don't coast so hard, which makes a great safety feature when you bind the tool, plus they spin up very rapidly. Very intuitive. -- If you spend $5K on a rotary compressor, it might seem like a lot, but you can have the sand blaster, and the air nozzle, and the paint sprayers, and the plasma cutters, and it's quiet, and you can run it all day, and it's so heavy that it can't get stolen, and there's no battery to develop stupid problems. Air tools are for the big dogs. If you want to get into air tools, consider a 60 gallon scroll compressor, or an 80-gallon 2-stage. Those things will get you a long way.
I think both have their advantages. If you are in a shop, you have access to a steady air supply vs worrying about dead batteries, or having 3 or 4 extra batteries on charge...But you are also stuck dragging around an air hose. with battery tools, you aren't dragging a hose around, worrying if it's gonna scratch someone's paint. And if you're doing side work, they are great for that, especially since most homeowner types if they have a compressor don't have one that will efficiently run most air tools. If I was doing a big job, or one that was heavier duty, I'd probably go for air, or on stubborn nuts & bolts. taking off lug nuts and things like that, I'd probably go electric.
I've used rechargable to lightly sharpen two mower blades, and that was as far as the battery could handle. So air all the way for grinding/sanding/polishing and cutting.
If you go to the junkyard often, electric tools also have the advantage. And as we all know, you want all the advantages you can get when you go junkyard hunting
Excellent presentation. I have been using an electric screwdriver, but information that compares air to electric is always appreciated. I owned a gas station with 3 work bays in the 1970's. Back then, air was it. Sometimes there were hoses everywhere. Good to know that electric has begun to supplant some of those.
I use a combination of both. There is no replacement for my matco air die grinder. On the other side of the coin, my Milwaukee 1/2 inch impact is my favorite power tool. Whatever gets the job done.
I have the Milwaukee 12v system and i have 8 different tools with 8 of the high capacity batteries and 10 regular battery 2 heated hoodies and the jacket i love it i can even charge my phone off of them
Totally agree. Now that I have cordless electric, I very rarely reach for air. There are situations you may still need air, like huge truck lugs. Even then, they are now releasing electric impacts with close to 2000 ft lbs of torque. That said, it does of course come down to money too. If it's no issue, then I think there is a cordless replacement for almost all air tools. Definitely going to be cheaper to get a lot of mechanic mainstays with air though. Oh, the convenience! Being able to bring an impact or ratchet out into the yard or even to a friends house, totally different world. I can't imagine why anyone who is a mechanic by trade will not have mostly upgraded by now.
I have not found a 1/2 air gun that will beat my Milwaukee yet. It beats my Matco one, beats my friends new Snap On gun, beats all the other air guns in the shop short of a 1" we have around for BIG stuff. My friend that does gearsets for us has borrowed my milwaukee multiple times to take something off or install something that his Snap On wouldnt do!
MrSubaru1387 said the same thing. His Milwaukee 1/2 Impact beats his Snap-On 1/2 air impact by miles. He has also been using the stubby M12 and loving it. Even that thing outclasses most affordable air impacts honestly.
For the Home Owner or a DYI Mechanic, IMO Electric is the only way to go. I switched years ago when the electric torque wrench became powerful and dependable enough to take lugs off. My personal choices are; light, torque wrench, and ratchet. What you are not saying about air is the pressure supply. Add hoses, connectors, and the all important compressor. For the shop or professional that is a different story, for the DIY home mechanic go electric.
I bought a milwaukee 3/8 rachet. I work as maintenance in a plant that makes corrugated board. And this thing has sped up my work so much it is great. Air tools require alot of prep and aren't portable. Each has their place. I like electric though. Hoses and cords are bullshit.
Air power will never be replaced, probably the only means of power that can do everything over a battery, haven’t seen any battery powered sandblasting cabinets or professional result automotive paint guns yet either
I'm new to your channel, but really enjoy your videos. I've been a mechanic for 50 years and can really relate to your point of view. I've also gone with Milwaukee for my electric tools; for the interchangeability of the battery. I, too, don't use my air tools very much anymore either.
Yes having one battery system is much more convenient. Thanks for watching glad you enjoy them! Im new to doing the tool and shop videos as this channel used to be working on personal projects a few years ago...took a break for 2 years or so and changed things up a bit when I came back.
Love my m12 ratchet, and I'm looking forward to the m12 die grinder, but I'll always need air for blow gun, so I will stick to my IR 1/2" air impact for now.
I actually use both to be honest because at times can't wait till the battery fully charge or the air compressor to fill. It is off set at times. Air hammers are amazing as well as the cut off ones as well
At work, I mostly use air. At home exclusively electric. The amount of money required to get a good air compressor and related accessories, then the space it takes up and the noise they make is a big net negative, while electric makes vastly more sense for the home. At work, they are providing the compressor/hoses/fittings and maintenance so using air tools there makes a lot of sense, especially if your toolbox is already full of air tools that were purchased years ago.
I got couple of battery air tools, one 1/2" impact and a 3"8 rathet, they are fine for small short jobs that don't require much effort but if im on a long jobs then the air tools come out, just recently done a clutch on my van an 8 hour job of lots of stripping to get the box out, there is no way the electric would of kept up, each tool has it place and jobs to do, i still prefer air not just because they sound awsome because they get the job done.
I think there's room for both,definitely not gonna get rid of my airtools,just like my construction stuff if I'm in a spot where I'm just hammering away on something ,borderline abusive I'll go with the air just so I don't put unneeded wear on my cordless stuff
I'm wondering if there is an electric impact out there to compete with air for things like crank bolts that have not been disturbed for 5 years. Today I think a mix of both is best.
I’ve found Milwaukee to be priced well vs air especially once you’ve established a few batteries and chargers. Tool only prices are relatively cheap and are cheaper than the air tool itself a lot of the times. I got my One Key 1/2 for 399.00 tool only from Home Depot. I can’t wait until the new m12 die grinder releases this fall. That thing looks awesome.
I went all in on battery tools a few years ago, cost me a lot of money... 4 years later 3 out of the 4 batteries are dead and wont charge. Im for a few hundred bucks for new batteries, the air tools are back out of the tool draw again. Lesson learned.
Thanks for doing this topic. I use electric tools but my little 6 gal compressor died and I'm try to decide to get a bigger one or just another cheap small one. Looking for 2-300 bucks range only. I think the only thing I'd use it for is pressure testing, maybe spray paint a panel, and walnut blasting for GDI engines. Maybe run a nailer. Just go cheap?
I would avoid Harbor Freight air compressors personally. They are great compressors for the money, and reliable for years in my experience, but there are downsides. I think if you are working in close proximity especially it is well worth looking into a new design quiet compressor. California Air Tools, Kobalt Quiet Tech, and Hulk Power by Emax are all good options. Same or better CFM, longer rated life cycles, and so much quieter than any of the HF compressors. Plus they still fit into your budget.
Air tools are definitely cheaper , and more stronger in most cases I think . And unlike batteries they just keep trucking along for years on end . I'm 59 yo grew up working construction not a mechanic and used air tools alongside more recently past few years a few cordless tools . Did my roof and fence with air nail guns . Just yesterday saw a very heavy duty Milwaukee cordless ratchet go up against an air impact . The air tool won just had more brute strenght on that semi truck lug nuts
Air saws I would like to add to your list...like the ones used in bodywork- there is no electric one I know with the speed, compact size(which is very much needed), and same life as what explained with the grinders. Again- I am enjoying you and your videos. Plenty of valuable content & you sound like an experienced hands-on laborer. Cheers! Thanks again
Thank you and cheers! I dont do body work mostly just mechanical repairs and sometimes modifications but I understand what you mean with the saws. We'll see what improvements come in the next few years!
We made up with the portability factor by having a 15 gallon aluminum air tank to take the impact gun around on the farm to change tires, etc. But I'd still rather have a battery one for those applications now. The advantage of air over battery is that while battery power and longevity fade, the power and longevity of the air gun is tied to the power and longevity of your compressor, which of course could be a better thing or a worse thing depending on how well you did picking a compressor system. I just spent a couple days shopping and customizing my air compressor to have bona fide 3/8" inner diameter all the way from the tank to the tool, cut out a lot of 1/4" restrictions.
Having a good compressor will always be a part of having a good shop...BUT yea my electric tools are more powerful and much more portable and btw the battery life is really good now, like I said I just dont use my air stuff anymore except my 1/2 gun occasionally. If batteries wear out and lose their charging ability after a few years then I'll replace them. I'll spend the money if it is a better tool and while yes air may have more longevity with maintenance Im not drawn to it because of that. If I get more work done I can make more money to buy the electrics again and again as needed. I mentioned in another comment here my electrics have paid for themselves just in mobile sidework a few times over in the last 6-7 months!
I love the idea of going electric, but I don't see the tools lasting anywhere near as long as the air tools and with the price of the pro units and their batteries, that'll get expensive quickly. But if you need the portability and flexibility of electric, then it's a no brainer.
Air tools for the most part are lighter than the battery tools and good air tools can continue to work for so many years. The battery tools just simply won't be able to do that. So air tools will continue to have a place in the market going forward, many not as large place but still has a place
I agree completely, and I dont think they are bad tools at all but if I like using them every day and they make me more money...then I'll buy the electrics every year or two if I have to. Thats how much I like them!
I have both, the best of both and I look be my electric tools, but can't beat the power and compactness of the air tools. Use my electric mostly but my air tools still get used daily
Don't think air tools will ever die, because they are powerful, dependable, have proven themselves for years and will last "forever" plus, there are certain things air tools can do the battery ones can't...like air up a tire, blowing off things. Also I've invested too much money in air tools just to change over.
Electric is only gonna get smaller. More powerful. Cheaper. Longer run time. Hotter models. But remember. Hand tools is even smaller and more powerful.
Hand tools are great but I only use them in tight spots. I do this to make a living I dont have time to be using standard wrenches or even ratchets when an electric one has access!
The main reason why I wanna stick with mostly electric tools is because I live in an apartment and I don't have any way to use air tools at home. I wanna be able to use these things whenever and wherever I go.
to me it is about task at hand, I work on over the road trucks and trailer. small jobs I use battery, big jobs air. I do prefer my cordless drill over any of my air drills. My advice is stay away from Snap Ons battery power tools(I own a batch) they don't hold up for the price and vs Milwaukee. I am slow switching over to Milwaukee.
I dont work on cars a whole lot anymore but i have to pull my motor on my mountaineer and i think im fonna pick up the Milwaukee 3/8" ratchet and stubby impact. I dont have any Milwaukee tools but that seems like what all the good UA-cam mechanics use
I use Bosch electric tools myself and they've been damed dependable. I use the smaller lithium ion battery tools for my work and home (need portability) and honestly I don't have anything bad to say about them other than they can be pricey if you don't find them on a sale. The clip together tool boxes have been super handy as well for the tools but they are very pricey but a great way to org your stuff if you're travelling with it. Case in point I've had some health issues and didn't work for a year. The tools sat in my truck storage through -30C canadian winter and +30C summer. I thought for sure they'd been damaged or at least need a charge. I'll be damned if the things still had a 75 percent charged and still worked like the day a bought them. Note the R&D shop in my building at the company I work for uses Milwaukee tools and I think they are great as well. We have air tools in the shop as well but the power and portability of electric when you have to work on a 40,000 lbs machine that's in the yard instead of the garage can't be beat. I went Bosche after I saw the quality of a portable table saw they make. My friend picked it up for work on his home and damn is that a fine piece of equipment in a portable table saw.
For home use electric is the way. It's quieter esp if you live in an apartment. I have pneumatic guns but I find myself reaching for the electric, just more convenient. I have seen prices for air tools come way down mainly because electric is taking over. But if I owned or worked in a garage then air tools.
I know this is a 4 year old video cordless impacts are way better than air tools now. I don't think anyone can argue with this today. There's simply no reason to be tethered to an airhose or a wall socket anymore. Wireless tools is the future.
I dismantle engines all day on a table. I have both and never use the battery stuff. With the oils and fluids coming out of the engines and the higher speed of the air my 3/8 snapon air gun is all day everyday
Only air tools I use are the air hammer and the angle grinder and cut off wheel everything else battery. So funny watching old timers still buying air tools.
I can see someone going for the battery powered ones if they have a smaller or medium compressor setup or if they don't even have a pneumatic system to begin with. But for someone like me who's put a good investment on a high quality air system/compressor because I use a variety of pneumatic operated tools like blast cabinets, sanders, grinders, hammers, impacts, ratchets, paint guns, and more I opt for these tools as well as them being a lot cheaper after the initial investment of an air system. Air tools also fit the duty cycle and grab and go moments I need them for. Although its quite entertaining to watch some of this battery tool tech develop and begin to compete in the world of pneumatics. In my eyes air tools are far superior but than again that's just me. I can see battery impacts and ratchets fitting more mobile mechanics or people without room for a quality pneumatic system as they can get the same job done with the relativize efficiency desired from these tools.
Most mechanics I know in every shop around here have also switched to electric. I can have my 1/4, 3/8ths ratchets and my 3/8ths and 1/2 Gun all sitting next to eachother and grab and use each one as needed without needing to pop a hose on and off. I can walk around the shop or even out to the lot without dragging an air hose, I also dont have to worry about the hose rubbing on body work and damaging paint, no hose sometimes means fitting in certain locations and angles that otherwise might not be possible. At the end of the day it is just faster and much more convenient. I still own all my air tools but there is a reason that most of them havent been touched in a couple hears now.
@@GearHeadsGarageChannel Yeah never had issues with hoses, it's on a retraceable hose reel so it keeps the hose in good shape and at ease of access. I think the electric stuff is quite cool but there's not a huge or drastic change in performance of the tool that I would have any need to do so. And I've made the investment on a good air system (mostly for the sandblasting equipment) I can pretty much run a splitter off the compressor and use multiple tools with no issues, so Pneumatic tools have become a permanent staple in my shop but again everyone's work is different so it's good to have flexibility . I wouldn't be suppressed with how rapid battery technology is evolving that the battery ones will just keep getting better and better, Milwaukee has a battery operated rotary impact hammer now that competes with alot of air hammers on the market. I still think pneumatics won't become obsolete due to its simplicity, reliability, and versatility. Just like how some pick to drive a classic car over newer ones.
The tool truck cordless products can’t touch Milwaukee as far as power. Snap on’s half inch cordless impact is okay but it gets hot fast when you work it hard.
That's where I would break out my air gun. I have an electric but it's a mid-torque that's mainly used for pulling wheels off and some light suspension work. Still prefer air for heavy duty stuff.
The air nibbler is the only tool I can use to cut an access panel for fuel pump job or take extra 6hours doing the job by removing the entire bottom rear of the car (some idiot manufacturers like chevy don't put access door. 2010 camaro). the customers always agree when they see the repair bill $380 vs $1,100 for dropping the tank
The most electric impact wrench is two jaw anvil, it is cheap but not good. It gets wore off faster too. I found a hammer clutch anvil is better and greater working torque. It lasting longer. This is why i stick to air tools.
No argument that air tools will last longer. But when it is more convenient and faster for me when I am working all day every day I pick electric. I'd rather buy new ones every few years and not deal with an air hose anymore and they are more than strong enough now days for heavy hitting tasks.
Haha its a Harbor Freight 72" box, I did a video on it if you want to check it out. Took off the US General logos and put those Snap Off ones on there cus they cracked me up!
I still use both I’ve been in the industry for a while started when electric tools had no power and where mostly a gimmick but nothing beats an air saw or whiz wheel or air grinder but if I’m doing side work it’s all electric dragging around an air compressor is retarded
I really love mine, there are other options out there but I picked Milwaukee because I dont want a bunch of different chargers and batteries on my box. I can have ONE charger to charge the M12 and M18 batteries and they interchange between all my tools.
Says 70 ft-lbs of working torque, more than my ratchet but definitely not 130, Aircat ACR802R 3/8-Inch Ratchet, Large www.amazon.com/dp/B000OAHYKA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_2PjjDbPGP5B8Z Besides, that is higher than most air ratchets and why would you ever WANT a 3/8ths ratchet to go that high? 1/2" sure maybe but talk about a knuckle buster and bolt breaker.
For a pro that uses them every day the battery tools are great but for a weekend worrier that may use it every so often the batteries are mostly dead when needed.
I mean...they shouldnt be unless your only using them once or twice a year? At that rate idk if I would even bother having tools lol Besides, keep them on the charger when not in use and thats not an issue. My M12 and M18 stuff seems to charge from dead to full in 1hr to 1.5hrs, and the run time for heavy use far surpasses that so I never once have been stuck waiting on one to charge and have another dead one.
@@mojunk19 I wasnt trying to say you dont, just not sure why it would be an issue if you just keep one on the charger. Hell my drills at home only get used once every couple months but they hold a charge that long too
I really like the newer electric tools. I really like the Milwaukee Fuel 12 and 18 volt lines. however I only restore old cars as a hobby so I went with Ryobi mainly because of cost and the batteries fit all my construction tools as well. all the pro mechanics I know are switching to Milwaukee M18 impacts. I still like Air for somethings, like Die Grinders and drills. I have a old Campbell Huasfeld Impact wrench form the late 70's. nothing matches it for torque. the rusted rear axle nuts on air cooled VW's are next to impossible to remove with an electric impact. My old CH air powered impact knocks them loose in seconds where my Ryobi struggles to remove them. granted the Ryobi is not even close to the Milwaukee but I still like air for high torque applications.
Any experience with cordless angle grinders? I'm pretty much a home gamer, but, I do work on vehicles for others to make a few extra bucks. I recently bought a Porter Cable 4 1/2" cordless grinder for trips to the junk yard. I, like you, prefer to stick with 1 brand for my cordless stuff, hence, my P-C grinder. I really like it for taking it on the road. I did decide to buy a couple of 4ah batteries since, as you said, rotating tools eat batteries fast. While it'll never replace my corded grinder for use in the shop, it's awesome for trips to the junk yard! As far as "Dremels" go, I had a cordless one that was pretty much worthless. I'll stick with corded for them. Mine has variable speed up to 35,000 rpm and the flex cable lets it get into very tight spots.
The little Milwaukee cordless dremel has been great for me for what I've needed it for and has adjustable speed as well, idk what max speed is but fast enough for the small things you use a dremel for. I dont have much experience with cordless angle grinders, the couple I have used once or twice werent good and I just used air or a corded one instead. I am excited tho about the new one they are coming out with, supposedly 25000rpm and good torque. We'll see!
Looking at electric now myself. The only thing that makes me hesitate is that my garage isn't climate controlled. So super hot in the summer and freezing in the winter so ill have to constantly move tools from the house to the garage due to batteries. I'd hate to leave the expensive batteries in that climate. Air tools don't care.
You are right about the air tools they dont care! but its been 100° in our shop the last couple weeks(we are in socal) and I havent had any battery issues. Out in the sun is what gets them worse.
All batteries which are very expensive and many times cost as much as the original tool go bad and need to be replaced - i have useless battery drills and sawzalls with bad batteries sitting in my garage - wanna send me a few replacement batteries?
Lithium batteries last much longer and work way better than the batteries of old especially NiCads. Those things sucked ass. Yea they cost money, but if your using a tool everyday and its making you money it is worth it to invest when you need to.
@@patriot1303 Yea they do and I agree! Think I said so in the video, but I like using the electrics better and they make me more money. I can buy replacements as needed, I still keep the air around in case but I'd rather buy new electric ratchets every couple/few years I find them worth it.
how the fuck is having a battery that switches tools a wash? Do you have airlines that can only fit certain tools? Because power source to power source I am not seeing a wash./
It isnt really dead though, it still has many uses and has its place. Not to mention many mechanics still use it primarily over anything else! It is slowly fading out though.
Need power to run a compressor, or if you are talking about power of the tool the impacts are stronger than comparable air and have been for awhile at this point. Only reason I can see to go for air is that in SOME cases its smaller.
I will! As someone that uses these tools as a professional day in and day out thats just a tool expense of the future. I make more money with more convenient tools that allow me to work faster, replacing these every 5 years is a drop in the bucket.
@@GearHeadsGarageChannel the cost of replacement batteries for those you could buy a new compressor tank every year, but I get what you are saying you are not attached to a line and they have become powerful enough to compete
For how much I prefer using them I dont even care. If I get 1 year of use out of them before they break I can still warranty them out, if they last 3-5 I'll gladly buy again. I know some of my air tools are as old or older than I am and appreciate that, but I dont prefer to use them anymore.
Well thought I wade in with over 30+ years in the trade. Electrical tools suck .sorry my point of view. I'm a truck/ heavy equipment. And electric just don't stand up. Plus the water factor. My tools being in Ontario canada. Have to be able to take water. And lots of it. Plus last point. Batterys are always dieing. They have no feel or control. It's on or off. . My opinion
lol and your name is from Nazi company. Besides the fact I can guarantee that over half of the things you own were made in China. I'd love if someone made them in the US but literally NO companies make electric tools here, snap on and matco are chinese as well. Get off your high horse cus when you fall it may hurt.
Electric? You mean cordless? Everything is going cordless. I'm sick of cordless batteries being dead and needing replaced and costing a fortune, then they are obsolete and make the tool worthless. I'd by corded if I could, they last forever. Since they don't make corded 3/8 and 1/4 impacts, I'll go pneumatic.
One thing I TOTALLY forgot to mention as a huge plus for Electric in this video is mobility. I do side work pretty often and I can obviously just take my electric stuff with me anywhere to greatly speed up the work process even working out of my car...good luck doing that with air tools!
I bought an IR 231 impact back in the '70s. I'm still using it. Try that with a battery tool!
Like I said they are great tools! They last a long time if you maintain them, but I am faster and more efficient and like the electrics more. If your working hard and making money tools are part of the budget all the time and I pick what makes my day go easier and helps me get more work done. Plus I can take the electric ones with me on the go for mobile work, they have paid for themselves with that several times over already in the 6-7 months I've had them.
Still have my CP 1/2" impact bought in 1970 still works great, been a mechanic all my life! ( 70yr old now), I think I've got my money's worth, great tools, all my tools off MAC tool trucks, "not a mobile mechanic" great memories!
Can i have it?
I also have a 20 year old IR-231!
Air for the win!
The one big problem in Canada we have with electric tools vs air is that air tools can be used in all weather conditions, electric/battery.... you better be in a dry location or in nice outdoor weather. I've dragged my air tools out in blowing snow and sleet to do a wheel bearing. While just tossing my air ratchet and impact gun in a pile of snow. Tell me how well your electric tool will work for you after doing that.
I would never give up all of my air tools. I love all my compact air impacts and air ratchets. There are so many body work air tools. I also have the convenience of an air nozzle to dry and blow dirt/dust off of everything. I think cordless is more portable unless you have a portable air compressor. Just my opinion.
I havent given up mine either, but day to day they mostly sit untouched while use the electrics. Body work is also a different animal than the mechanical and diagnostic work I do. Cheers and thanks for sharing!
I generally like air for something I'm not going to be moving around with a lot, and electric for something where I am. It's why I have an electric impact and an air ratchet.
For people that do small-scale mechanic work like engine swaps, the cheap Ryobi and Hart tools are very effective. That fills a spot that a lot of people need. Milwaukee and Ryobi are great for homeowners when you consider their cordless chainsaws.
The rapid-stop function of a cordless drill or cordless sawzall is a very desirable feature. Same for the brushless angle grinders that have electronic brakes. A lot of cordless carpentry tools are super handy as well.
Golden rule: Always wear active hearing protection. Electric tools make sharp cracking sounds. Air tools have loud exhaust ports.
-- Air impacts spin 5 times faster, with 20 times the energy. Especially the Ingersoll 2235 and thunder guns. I've found that to be a useful feature for heavy disassembly. Also, air impacts seem to hit harder when you're dealing with equipment that has slop in it.
-- Air grinders don't coast so hard, which makes a great safety feature when you bind the tool, plus they spin up very rapidly. Very intuitive.
-- If you spend $5K on a rotary compressor, it might seem like a lot, but you can have the sand blaster, and the air nozzle, and the paint sprayers, and the plasma cutters, and it's quiet, and you can run it all day, and it's so heavy that it can't get stolen, and there's no battery to develop stupid problems. Air tools are for the big dogs.
If you want to get into air tools, consider a 60 gallon scroll compressor, or an 80-gallon 2-stage. Those things will get you a long way.
I think both have their advantages. If you are in a shop, you have access to a steady air supply vs worrying about dead batteries, or having 3 or 4 extra batteries on charge...But you are also stuck dragging around an air hose. with battery tools, you aren't dragging a hose around, worrying if it's gonna scratch someone's paint. And if you're doing side work, they are great for that, especially since most homeowner types if they have a compressor don't have one that will efficiently run most air tools. If I was doing a big job, or one that was heavier duty, I'd probably go for air, or on stubborn nuts & bolts. taking off lug nuts and things like that, I'd probably go electric.
I've used rechargable to lightly sharpen two mower blades, and that was as far as the battery could handle.
So air all the way for grinding/sanding/polishing and cutting.
If you go to the junkyard often, electric tools also have the advantage. And as we all know, you want all the advantages you can get when you go junkyard hunting
Excellent presentation. I have been using an electric screwdriver, but information that compares air to electric is always appreciated. I owned a gas station with 3 work bays in the 1970's. Back then, air was it. Sometimes there were hoses everywhere. Good to know that electric has begun to supplant some of those.
Air still is a great option and is necessary sometimes but at least for me the electrics are much better to use every day.
I use a combination of both. There is no replacement for my matco air die grinder. On the other side of the coin, my Milwaukee 1/2 inch impact is my favorite power tool. Whatever gets the job done.
Milwaukee is coming out with new M12 angle die grinders! Won't be as powerful as air probably, but oh the convenience.
802 Garage yup sure beats elbow grease when not home lol.
I have the Milwaukee 12v system and i have 8 different tools with 8 of the high capacity batteries and 10 regular battery 2 heated hoodies and the jacket i love it i can even charge my phone off of them
Noise might also be a factor for some. Hard to beat electric tools in that specific regard.
100% agree, I brought a silent air compressor the other month, what a game changer
Really looking forward to that angle grinder from Milwaukee and a couple months after that release is the inline grinder, decently priced too
Yes! Those and the long neck ratchets I am excited for
Totally agree. Now that I have cordless electric, I very rarely reach for air. There are situations you may still need air, like huge truck lugs. Even then, they are now releasing electric impacts with close to 2000 ft lbs of torque.
That said, it does of course come down to money too. If it's no issue, then I think there is a cordless replacement for almost all air tools. Definitely going to be cheaper to get a lot of mechanic mainstays with air though.
Oh, the convenience! Being able to bring an impact or ratchet out into the yard or even to a friends house, totally different world. I can't imagine why anyone who is a mechanic by trade will not have mostly upgraded by now.
I have not found a 1/2 air gun that will beat my Milwaukee yet. It beats my Matco one, beats my friends new Snap On gun, beats all the other air guns in the shop short of a 1" we have around for BIG stuff. My friend that does gearsets for us has borrowed my milwaukee multiple times to take something off or install something that his Snap On wouldnt do!
MrSubaru1387 said the same thing. His Milwaukee 1/2 Impact beats his Snap-On 1/2 air impact by miles. He has also been using the stubby M12 and loving it. Even that thing outclasses most affordable air impacts honestly.
For the Home Owner or a DYI Mechanic, IMO Electric is the only way to go. I switched years ago when the electric torque wrench became powerful and dependable enough to take lugs off. My personal choices are; light, torque wrench, and ratchet. What you are not saying about air is the pressure supply. Add hoses, connectors, and the all important compressor. For the shop or professional that is a different story, for the DIY home mechanic go electric.
I bought a milwaukee 3/8 rachet. I work as maintenance in a plant that makes corrugated board. And this thing has sped up my work so much it is great. Air tools require alot of prep and aren't portable.
Each has their place. I like electric though. Hoses and cords are bullshit.
Air power will never be replaced, probably the only means of power that can do everything over a battery, haven’t seen any battery powered sandblasting cabinets or professional result automotive paint guns yet either
I'm new to your channel, but really enjoy your videos. I've been a mechanic for 50 years and can really relate to your point of view. I've also gone with Milwaukee for my electric tools; for the interchangeability of the battery. I, too, don't use my air tools very much anymore either.
Yes having one battery system is much more convenient. Thanks for watching glad you enjoy them! Im new to doing the tool and shop videos as this channel used to be working on personal projects a few years ago...took a break for 2 years or so and changed things up a bit when I came back.
Love my m12 ratchet, and I'm looking forward to the m12 die grinder, but I'll always need air for blow gun, so I will stick to my IR 1/2" air impact for now.
I actually use both to be honest because at times can't wait till the battery fully charge or the air compressor to fill. It is off set at times. Air hammers are amazing as well as the cut off ones as well
At work, I mostly use air. At home exclusively electric. The amount of money required to get a good air compressor and related accessories, then the space it takes up and the noise they make is a big net negative, while electric makes vastly more sense for the home. At work, they are providing the compressor/hoses/fittings and maintenance so using air tools there makes a lot of sense, especially if your toolbox is already full of air tools that were purchased years ago.
I got couple of battery air tools, one 1/2" impact and a 3"8 rathet, they are fine for small short jobs that don't require much effort but if im on a long jobs then the air tools come out, just recently done a clutch on my van an 8 hour job of lots of stripping to get the box out, there is no way the electric would of kept up, each tool has it place and jobs to do, i still prefer air not just because they sound awsome because they get the job done.
I think there's room for both,definitely not gonna get rid of my airtools,just like my construction stuff if I'm in a spot where I'm just hammering away on something ,borderline abusive I'll go with the air just so I don't put unneeded wear on my cordless stuff
Electric are super convenient but some things still call for the power of air.
I'm wondering if there is an electric impact out there to compete with air for things like crank bolts that have not been disturbed for 5 years. Today I think a mix of both is best.
@@flagmichael Milwaukee M18 and the 18V snap on are great for that. I have the milwaukee
i agree with you 110 percent
I’ve found Milwaukee to be priced well vs air especially once you’ve established a few batteries and chargers. Tool only prices are relatively cheap and are cheaper than the air tool itself a lot of the times. I got my One Key 1/2 for 399.00 tool only from Home Depot. I can’t wait until the new m12 die grinder releases this fall. That thing looks awesome.
I went all in on battery tools a few years ago, cost me a lot of money... 4 years later 3 out of the 4 batteries are dead and wont charge. Im for a few hundred bucks for new batteries, the air tools are back out of the tool draw again. Lesson learned.
Thanks for doing this topic. I use electric tools but my little 6 gal compressor died and I'm try to decide to get a bigger one or just another cheap small one. Looking for 2-300 bucks range only. I think the only thing I'd use it for is pressure testing, maybe spray paint a panel, and walnut blasting for GDI engines. Maybe run a nailer. Just go cheap?
Just get a cheaper oiled compressor and maintain it and it should do its job!
OGPedXing Harbor Freight has some decent compressors for under $200.
I would avoid Harbor Freight air compressors personally. They are great compressors for the money, and reliable for years in my experience, but there are downsides. I think if you are working in close proximity especially it is well worth looking into a new design quiet compressor. California Air Tools, Kobalt Quiet Tech, and Hulk Power by Emax are all good options. Same or better CFM, longer rated life cycles, and so much quieter than any of the HF compressors. Plus they still fit into your budget.
OGPedXing If you want quiet, you will need to stick with oil lubed.
@@sherischneider2672 Not true. Look at any of the brands I recommended.
Air tools are definitely cheaper , and more stronger in most cases I think . And unlike batteries they just keep trucking along for years on end . I'm 59 yo grew up working construction not a mechanic and used air tools alongside more recently past few years a few cordless tools . Did my roof and fence with air nail guns . Just yesterday saw a very heavy duty Milwaukee cordless ratchet go up against an air impact . The air tool won just had more brute strenght on that semi truck lug nuts
Air saws I would like to add to your list...like the ones used in bodywork- there is no electric one I know with the speed, compact size(which is very much needed), and same life as what explained with the grinders. Again- I am enjoying you and your videos. Plenty of valuable content & you sound like an experienced hands-on laborer. Cheers! Thanks again
Thank you and cheers! I dont do body work mostly just mechanical repairs and sometimes modifications but I understand what you mean with the saws. We'll see what improvements come in the next few years!
I have the snap on air hammer and u will never pry it from my cold dead hand LoL
LOL. By the time you find me rigor mortis will have set in. Bury me with my tool.
We made up with the portability factor by having a 15 gallon aluminum air tank to take the impact gun around on the farm to change tires, etc. But I'd still rather have a battery one for those applications now. The advantage of air over battery is that while battery power and longevity fade, the power and longevity of the air gun is tied to the power and longevity of your compressor, which of course could be a better thing or a worse thing depending on how well you did picking a compressor system. I just spent a couple days shopping and customizing my air compressor to have bona fide 3/8" inner diameter all the way from the tank to the tool, cut out a lot of 1/4" restrictions.
Having a good compressor will always be a part of having a good shop...BUT yea my electric tools are more powerful and much more portable and btw the battery life is really good now, like I said I just dont use my air stuff anymore except my 1/2 gun occasionally. If batteries wear out and lose their charging ability after a few years then I'll replace them. I'll spend the money if it is a better tool and while yes air may have more longevity with maintenance Im not drawn to it because of that. If I get more work done I can make more money to buy the electrics again and again as needed. I mentioned in another comment here my electrics have paid for themselves just in mobile sidework a few times over in the last 6-7 months!
I'm jealous! I've known for years that was the weakness in my impact tools but I haven't come up with some of the 3/8 ID pieces yet.
I have and use both. My M18 and M12 tools are handy and great but air has a way better variety of tools.
I love the idea of going electric, but I don't see the tools lasting anywhere near as long as the air tools and with the price of the pro units and their batteries, that'll get expensive quickly. But if you need the portability and flexibility of electric, then it's a no brainer.
Air tools for the most part are lighter than the battery tools and good air tools can continue to work for so many years. The battery tools just simply won't be able to do that. So air tools will continue to have a place in the market going forward, many not as large place but still has a place
I agree completely, and I dont think they are bad tools at all but if I like using them every day and they make me more money...then I'll buy the electrics every year or two if I have to. Thats how much I like them!
You should get a compact electric impact
I have both, the best of both and I look be my electric tools, but can't beat the power and compactness of the air tools. Use my electric mostly but my air tools still get used daily
Don't think air tools will ever die, because they are powerful, dependable, have proven themselves for years and will last "forever" plus, there are certain things air tools can do the battery ones can't...like air up a tire, blowing off things. Also I've invested too much money in air tools just to change over.
Electric is only gonna get smaller. More powerful. Cheaper. Longer run time. Hotter models. But remember. Hand tools is even smaller and more powerful.
Hand tools are great but I only use them in tight spots. I do this to make a living I dont have time to be using standard wrenches or even ratchets when an electric one has access!
The main reason why I wanna stick with mostly electric tools is because I live in an apartment and I don't have any way to use air tools at home. I wanna be able to use these things whenever and wherever I go.
to me it is about task at hand, I work on over the road trucks and trailer. small jobs I use battery, big jobs air. I do prefer my cordless drill over any of my air drills. My advice is stay away from Snap Ons battery power tools(I own a batch) they don't hold up for the price and vs Milwaukee. I am slow switching over to Milwaukee.
Great video. Thank you.
I dont work on cars a whole lot anymore but i have to pull my motor on my mountaineer and i think im fonna pick up the Milwaukee 3/8" ratchet and stubby impact. I dont have any Milwaukee tools but that seems like what all the good UA-cam mechanics use
I use Bosch electric tools myself and they've been damed dependable. I use the smaller lithium ion battery tools for my work and home (need portability) and honestly I don't have anything bad to say about them other than they can be pricey if you don't find them on a sale. The clip together tool boxes have been super handy as well for the tools but they are very pricey but a great way to org your stuff if you're travelling with it.
Case in point I've had some health issues and didn't work for a year. The tools sat in my truck storage through -30C canadian winter and +30C summer. I thought for sure they'd been damaged or at least need a charge. I'll be damned if the things still had a 75 percent charged and still worked like the day a bought them.
Note the R&D shop in my building at the company I work for uses Milwaukee tools and I think they are great as well. We have air tools in the shop as well but the power and portability of electric when you have to work on a 40,000 lbs machine that's in the yard instead of the garage can't be beat.
I went Bosche after I saw the quality of a portable table saw they make. My friend picked it up for work on his home and damn is that a fine piece of equipment in a portable table saw.
For home use electric is the way. It's quieter esp if you live in an apartment. I have pneumatic guns but I find myself reaching for the electric, just more convenient. I have seen prices for air tools come way down mainly because electric is taking over. But if I owned or worked in a garage then air tools.
I know this is a 4 year old video cordless impacts are way better than air tools now. I don't think anyone can argue with this today. There's simply no reason to be tethered to an airhose or a wall socket anymore. Wireless tools is the future.
I dismantle engines all day on a table. I have both and never use the battery stuff. With the oils and fluids coming out of the engines and the higher speed of the air my 3/8 snapon air gun is all day everyday
On table work for sure, but moving around shop with air hose can be annoying.
Only air tools I use are the air hammer and the angle grinder and cut off wheel everything else battery. So funny watching old timers still buying air tools.
Same here pretty much!
Do you have an electric impact that will remove even the most stubborn crankshaft bolts and other places that make me wish I had a 3/4 drive impact?
@@flagmichael The milwaukee 1/2 is more powerful than all our 1/2 air guns in the shop.
I can see someone going for the battery powered ones if they have a smaller or medium compressor setup or if they don't even have a pneumatic system to begin with. But for someone like me who's put a good investment on a high quality air system/compressor because I use a variety of pneumatic operated tools like blast cabinets, sanders, grinders, hammers, impacts, ratchets, paint guns, and more I opt for these tools as well as them being a lot cheaper after the initial investment of an air system. Air tools also fit the duty cycle and grab and go moments I need them for. Although its quite entertaining to watch some of this battery tool tech develop and begin to compete in the world of pneumatics. In my eyes air tools are far superior but than again that's just me. I can see battery impacts and ratchets fitting more mobile mechanics or people without room for a quality pneumatic system as they can get the same job done with the relativize efficiency desired from these tools.
Most mechanics I know in every shop around here have also switched to electric. I can have my 1/4, 3/8ths ratchets and my 3/8ths and 1/2 Gun all sitting next to eachother and grab and use each one as needed without needing to pop a hose on and off. I can walk around the shop or even out to the lot without dragging an air hose, I also dont have to worry about the hose rubbing on body work and damaging paint, no hose sometimes means fitting in certain locations and angles that otherwise might not be possible. At the end of the day it is just faster and much more convenient. I still own all my air tools but there is a reason that most of them havent been touched in a couple hears now.
@@GearHeadsGarageChannel Yeah never had issues with hoses, it's on a retraceable hose reel so it keeps the hose in good shape and at ease of access. I think the electric stuff is quite cool but there's not a huge or drastic change in performance of the tool that I would have any need to do so. And I've made the investment on a good air system (mostly for the sandblasting equipment) I can pretty much run a splitter off the compressor and use multiple tools with no issues, so Pneumatic tools have become a permanent staple in my shop but again everyone's work is different so it's good to have flexibility . I wouldn't be suppressed with how rapid battery technology is evolving that the battery ones will just keep getting better and better, Milwaukee has a battery operated rotary impact hammer now that competes with alot of air hammers on the market. I still think pneumatics won't become obsolete due to its simplicity, reliability, and versatility. Just like how some pick to drive a classic car over newer ones.
The tool truck cordless products can’t touch Milwaukee as far as power. Snap on’s half inch cordless impact is okay but it gets hot fast when you work it hard.
That's where I would break out my air gun. I have an electric but it's a mid-torque that's mainly used for pulling wheels off and some light suspension work. Still prefer air for heavy duty stuff.
The air nibbler is the only tool I can use to cut an access panel for fuel pump job or take extra 6hours doing the job by removing the entire bottom rear of the car (some idiot manufacturers like chevy don't put access door. 2010 camaro). the customers always agree when they see the repair bill $380 vs $1,100 for dropping the tank
The most electric impact wrench is two jaw anvil, it is cheap but not good. It gets wore off faster too.
I found a hammer clutch anvil is better and greater working torque. It lasting longer. This is why i stick to air tools.
No argument that air tools will last longer. But when it is more convenient and faster for me when I am working all day every day I pick electric. I'd rather buy new ones every few years and not deal with an air hose anymore and they are more than strong enough now days for heavy hitting tasks.
Nice upload...... where did you find the Spanoff box🤣
Haha its a Harbor Freight 72" box, I did a video on it if you want to check it out. Took off the US General logos and put those Snap Off ones on there cus they cracked me up!
The Milwaukee 1/2 impact one key is $269.96 tool only and $493.10 for the entire kit on Amazon.
I just got 1/2 in Brushless Milwaukee from Home Depot with a 5AH battery for $250
@@TEMALONDON tool only or whole kit?
JoeLopez40oz
Tool and battery no charger
You’re right pick your color and roll with it ialso pick red and i have no reason to be disappointed
Cordless ratchets are by far better than air.
And cordless impacts are good for when you need to run out to the lot and getting a wheel off or two.
Air sure is dead and Milwaukee's finger is on the TRIGGER!
I would go along with dying but I have had impact jobs I doubt any electric today would touch.
Someone stole an air tool connector? Boy you have some really specific theives in your area
I still use both I’ve been in the industry for a while started when electric tools had no power and where mostly a gimmick but nothing beats an air saw or whiz wheel or air grinder but if I’m doing side work it’s all electric dragging around an air compressor is retarded
I think the electric tools come along way , convience of freedom as to an air hose , but air is not absolute yet.
Guess I need to start electric tool shopping...
I really love mine, there are other options out there but I picked Milwaukee because I dont want a bunch of different chargers and batteries on my box. I can have ONE charger to charge the M12 and M18 batteries and they interchange between all my tools.
I also heard from the dude at how to automotive that they're working on a cordless "air" hammer,who knows👍
The day they come out with a electric impact hammer, air tools are done!
Not really sure that will ever happen. It would take a hell of an electric air hammer to compete with the snap on or ingersol rand
Hmmm, Milwaukee 3/8 Electric ratchet has 35 ft-lbs of torque. Air Cat 3/8 Air Ratchet has 130 Ft-Lbs of Torque. What am I missing?
Says 70 ft-lbs of working torque, more than my ratchet but definitely not 130, Aircat ACR802R 3/8-Inch Ratchet, Large www.amazon.com/dp/B000OAHYKA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_2PjjDbPGP5B8Z
Besides, that is higher than most air ratchets and why would you ever WANT a 3/8ths ratchet to go that high? 1/2" sure maybe but talk about a knuckle buster and bolt breaker.
@@GearHeadsGarageChannel I see what you mean. If a bolt is really tight it is better to break it with hand tools unless it needs an impact.
For a pro that uses them every day the battery tools are great but for a weekend worrier that may use it every so often the batteries are mostly dead when needed.
I mean...they shouldnt be unless your only using them once or twice a year? At that rate idk if I would even bother having tools lol Besides, keep them on the charger when not in use and thats not an issue. My M12 and M18 stuff seems to charge from dead to full in 1hr to 1.5hrs, and the run time for heavy use far surpasses that so I never once have been stuck waiting on one to charge and have another dead one.
GearHeads why having tools Old ? I have a collection of 15 cars. So I think I know a little about what I’m talking about.
@@mojunk19 I wasnt trying to say you dont, just not sure why it would be an issue if you just keep one on the charger. Hell my drills at home only get used once every couple months but they hold a charge that long too
All this discussion over battery impacts and ratchets or pneumatic impacts and ratchets when no ones tried gas powered impacts and ratchets lmao.
I really like the newer electric tools. I really like the Milwaukee Fuel 12 and 18 volt lines. however I only restore old cars as a hobby so I went with Ryobi mainly because of cost and the batteries fit all my construction tools as well. all the pro mechanics I know are switching to Milwaukee M18 impacts. I still like Air for somethings, like Die Grinders and drills. I have a old Campbell Huasfeld Impact wrench form the late 70's. nothing matches it for torque. the rusted rear axle nuts on air cooled VW's are next to impossible to remove with an electric impact. My old CH air powered impact knocks them loose in seconds where my Ryobi struggles to remove them. granted the Ryobi is not even close to the Milwaukee but I still like air for high torque applications.
Air tools are going the way of the Dodo bird.
Avoid the _Snap-On_ wagon like it has *the AIDS.*
😂😂 I have the snap on man as a contact in my phone as the Rape Van Driver
Any experience with cordless angle grinders? I'm pretty much a home gamer, but, I do work on vehicles for others to make a few extra bucks. I recently bought a Porter Cable 4 1/2" cordless grinder for trips to the junk yard. I, like you, prefer to stick with 1 brand for my cordless stuff, hence, my P-C grinder. I really like it for taking it on the road. I did decide to buy a couple of 4ah batteries since, as you said, rotating tools eat batteries fast. While it'll never replace my corded grinder for use in the shop, it's awesome for trips to the junk yard! As far as "Dremels" go, I had a cordless one that was pretty much worthless. I'll stick with corded for them. Mine has variable speed up to 35,000 rpm and the flex cable lets it get into very tight spots.
The little Milwaukee cordless dremel has been great for me for what I've needed it for and has adjustable speed as well, idk what max speed is but fast enough for the small things you use a dremel for. I dont have much experience with cordless angle grinders, the couple I have used once or twice werent good and I just used air or a corded one instead. I am excited tho about the new one they are coming out with, supposedly 25000rpm and good torque. We'll see!
Try painting a gundam with an electric tool.
Lol, I have the same Snap-off sticker on my box👍
Lol its great!
Where did you guys get them?
@@snap-off5383 Ebay
Looking at electric now myself. The only thing that makes me hesitate is that my garage isn't climate controlled. So super hot in the summer and freezing in the winter so ill have to constantly move tools from the house to the garage due to batteries. I'd hate to leave the expensive batteries in that climate. Air tools don't care.
You are right about the air tools they dont care! but its been 100° in our shop the last couple weeks(we are in socal) and I havent had any battery issues. Out in the sun is what gets them worse.
Air=Ball+Chain= Pain in Ass
You can't get air from an electric tool.
i mean u cant get air from an air tool u gotta have air elsewhere
@@gluee8674 😂😂
Batteries, Batteries, Batteries.
All batteries which are very expensive and many times cost as much as the original tool go bad and need to be replaced - i have useless battery drills and sawzalls with bad batteries sitting in my garage - wanna send me a few replacement batteries?
Lithium batteries last much longer and work way better than the batteries of old especially NiCads. Those things sucked ass. Yea they cost money, but if your using a tool everyday and its making you money it is worth it to invest when you need to.
GearHeads they last a little longer but they still go bad - my pneumatics are way older and work the same as the day i got em
@@patriot1303 Yea they do and I agree! Think I said so in the video, but I like using the electrics better and they make me more money. I can buy replacements as needed, I still keep the air around in case but I'd rather buy new electric ratchets every couple/few years I find them worth it.
how the fuck is having a battery that switches tools a wash? Do you have airlines that can only fit certain tools? Because power source to power source I am not seeing a wash./
air has been dead for quite some time.........how is this still a discussion?
It isnt really dead though, it still has many uses and has its place. Not to mention many mechanics still use it primarily over anything else! It is slowly fading out though.
More Reliable is Electric via Air..I'd take Electric..
I’ll take air tools over electric any day. Main reason power and recharging
Need power to run a compressor, or if you are talking about power of the tool the impacts are stronger than comparable air and have been for awhile at this point. Only reason I can see to go for air is that in SOME cases its smaller.
have fun replacing batteries when those run their life
I will! As someone that uses these tools as a professional day in and day out thats just a tool expense of the future. I make more money with more convenient tools that allow me to work faster, replacing these every 5 years is a drop in the bucket.
@@GearHeadsGarageChannel the cost of replacement batteries for those you could buy a new compressor tank every year, but I get what you are saying you are not attached to a line and they have become powerful enough to compete
I hate air grinders! All speed no torque.
I fine those electrics just don't last. Not even close to the air tools.
For how much I prefer using them I dont even care. If I get 1 year of use out of them before they break I can still warranty them out, if they last 3-5 I'll gladly buy again. I know some of my air tools are as old or older than I am and appreciate that, but I dont prefer to use them anymore.
Astro Pneumatic Tool 4980 Air Hammer will kick that Snap-On air hammer's butt...guaranteed
DEATHMATCH!
Well thought I wade in with over 30+ years in the trade. Electrical tools suck .sorry my point of view. I'm a truck/ heavy equipment. And electric just don't stand up. Plus the water factor. My tools being in Ontario canada. Have to be able to take water. And lots of it. Plus last point. Batterys are always dieing. They have no feel or control. It's on or off. . My opinion
Another ccp tool user
lol and your name is from Nazi company. Besides the fact I can guarantee that over half of the things you own were made in China. I'd love if someone made them in the US but literally NO companies make electric tools here, snap on and matco are chinese as well. Get off your high horse cus when you fall it may hurt.
Electric? You mean cordless? Everything is going cordless. I'm sick of cordless batteries being dead and needing replaced and costing a fortune, then they are obsolete and make the tool worthless. I'd by corded if I could, they last forever. Since they don't make corded 3/8 and 1/4 impacts, I'll go pneumatic.