If you have the option of doing a job without a pesky cord getting in your way, why wouldn't you? Yes, price is of course a consideration, but if it will make you do your job faster and better, then considering cordless for some of your most-used tools just makes good business sense.
The editors at PTEN are always getting announcements about new tools hitting the market, so we rounded up some of our favorite cordless tools that we came across inn 2021. If your favorite new cordless tool isn't on the list, tell us in the comments below and we will include it in a future e-newsletter.
The Marson BT-6 Battery Powered Riveter from Howmet Fastening Systems is designed to deliver reliable pull-force for high-volume assembly applications.
The Ingersoll Rand 1" Cordless Impact Wrenches, Nos. W9491 and W9691, are designed to increase productivity, convenience, and safety when tightening or loosening high-torque bolts and nuts.
The Makita USA 18V LXT Cordless 3/8" / 1/4" Sq. Drive Ratchet Kit is a dual-purpose ratchet with two interchangeable anvils (3/8” and 1/4”) that can be quickly changed out. It has 35 ft-lbs of fastening torque, yet it can deliver up to 800 rpm.
The Bosch GWS18V-13CN18V Spitfire Connected-Ready 5-6" Angle Grinder with Slide Switch delivers the ultimate combination of performance, control and power in a cordless grinder.
The Snap-on 18V 3/8" Drive Brushless Cordless Impact Wrench Kit, No. CT9010, is designed for applications that demand consistent high performance.
The Vessel Ball Grip Cordless High-Speed Screwdriver, No. 220USBS-1U, is a battery powered/rechargeable or manually driven cordless Ball Grip screwdriver ideal for inserting screws such as those used in electronics and radio/stereo installations.
The Milwaukee Tool M18 FUEL 4-1/2"/5" Grinders, Nos. 2880-20 and 2881-20, are available with paddle switch, no-lock and slide switch, lock-on options
The Matco Tools 16V Cordless 1/4" Sealed Head Ratchet, No. MCL1614SR, features a one hand forward/reverse selector located at the bottom of tool head to make direction changes easier in tight spaces.
The Snap-on 14.4V Inline and Right Angle Brushless Die Grinders, Nos. CGRS861 and CGRR861, are lightweight (1.7 lbs), portable grinders that don't require an additional hose to cut off a bolt or muffler clamp.
The DeWalt XTREME 12V MAX Brushless Cordless Impact Wrenches are ideal for use in a wide variety of automotive applications, delivering 250 ft-lbs of maximum tightening torque and 400 ft-lbs of maximum breakaway torque to tackle stuck and stubborn fasteners.
The Makita 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Metal Shears, Nos. XSJ03 and XSJ04, deliver 3,000 spm speed and both shear heads rotates 360 degrees, without tools, for increased comfort in various cutting positions.
The Matco Tools 12V Cordless Infinium Screw Gun, No. MCL12S, features a high torque drivetrain with 12-speed adjustable clutch. It has a two speed design for multiple applications: 400 and 1700 rpm for low and high speed.
The Milwaukee Tool M18 FUEL 1/4" Blind Rivet Tool w/ONE-KEY, No. 2660-22CT, delivers 4,500 lbs of pulling force for high strength blind rivets in all materials.
The Bosch Profactor 18V 3/4" Impact Wrench with Friction Ring and Thru-Hole, No. GDS18V-770, is designed for breaking free and driving large bolts, nuts, and anchors quickly.
Keep tabs on new cordless power tools as they hit the market here.
