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4Ah batteries still full price but the brushless impact driver has been dropped to match Aldi's upcoming special buy.
Apparently dipped to be cheap briefly but otherwise not usually discounted.
https://pricehipster.com/product/QfYzGI0kOLI9z25OAZvejw~HJ1K…
That said, regular version is still noticeably cheaper at $49, which will suit DIY situations fine IMO for anyone wanting to save all their pennies.
if you want to do automotive buy the ozito brushless impact wrench which we are waiting to come on special
I have this impact driver its made to drive screws etc which its really good at…
Yep, as above. I have both. Impact driver's fine for little stuff, but need wrench for likes of wheel nuts.
Never seen the wrench on sale. It's $199 for the kit from memory.
I have a corded impact wrench for now and it's pretty decent as you can dial in the tightening torque too.
Impact wrench (not driver) skin has been $79 before matching Aldi. I bought one.
@kingfisher do you mean this? It is $99
https://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-power-x-change-18v-brushle…
Thanks for the heads up. Was going to pick up the $200 kit link. Might as well wait for a special. Although I feel like when you buy the skin, battery and sockets it's going to be around $200 anyway.
The kit is decent value. For an impact wrench you should use proper impact sockets not the regular sockets you get in cheapy hand wrench kits.
Still I couldn't stomach the $199 cost so I got a 12v corded one off eBay with 4 combo sockets for about $50 on sale. Runs from the car battery.
aldi have previously sold a 350nm impact wrench for $79.99, these are 180nm. if that won't loosen your nuts nothing else will!
https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/37385/76022/038_wk23_p…
Product Description
Max. torque: 350Nm
½" square drive
Fasten or remove screws and bolts with ease
Variable speed: 0-2000rpm
Impact rate: 0-3000rpm
Chuck square anvil drive 13mm (½")
LED worklight
Soft grip handle
With belt clip
It wouldn't have the torque necessary I am sure Aldi will have one soon though.
the $49 dip previously was to match a previous Aldi Special buy fwiw
I hope they drop the 4.0ah battery to match Aldi.
Looks like they already have, noticed this post afterwards but just picked up 2x4ah for $29 each at Bunnings O'Connor WA.
Will post shortly.
I might be mistaken but thought I saw a $29 price on them when I walked past 30min ago.
Edit: as above, Joondalup store
Thanks very much. I’ll have to check out my local Bunnings.
Can this do bricks with the right bit?
Also, is this better than the aldi one for 79?
No it can't, you need a hammer drill.
I saw some cheap cordless hammer drill kits at my local Bunnings recently for about $30 (xu1 brand, clearance stock).
Best is sds drill
Masonry drill bits can easily drill into bricks/blocks without the need of a hammer function (source: myself who is a builder/carpenter). Just make sure you buy bits with the fitting for 1/4 drive and don't expect it to drill into concrete unless its quite fresh.
I need a drill for wood, brick, and concrete rendered cinder block walls. Drill noob, recommendation?
Same as above, you need a Hammer drill.
Impact drivers are for screws.
The impact is rotational, not axial.
OK thanks. Can a hammer drill function as an impact driver as well, or is 2 drills in order?
No. Hammer drill can do regular wood drilling, masonry/brick drilling and soft wood screws, thin metal and plaster.
For heavier screws into hardwood an impact driver is advisable as it'll help reduce you stripping the heads
If you're doing household stuff, no crazy sized screws or anything, you can get away with just a hammer drill. They have less torque than an impact driver but "enough" with a little extra effort on your part.
Hammer Drill is required for drilling brick and concrete.
Impact Driver is not required, but certainly nice to have for driving screws quickly and easily. (the alternative for screws is to hand screw)
Not true at all.
You don't even need a hammer function for most masonry/blocks. Youll only run into issues once you start trying to drill into concrete.
Brushless.worth the extra $30?
Only if you use it a lot I guess? The carbon brushes will eventually wear out, but you have the 5 year warranty to cover that.
Definitely!
Got one for $50 last year and I love it. Much prefer it over my three brushed impact drivers!
why?
The brushless motor gives a bit more power out, lower battery drain, and longer life.
But for normal home DIY use, I don't see how anybody would notice.
For something like a tradie's drill, or an e-Bike, then yes it really matters.
On paper, the torque difference is only 20% (from memory), but it feels like a lot more than that. I find the brushed version is a bit of a pain at times.
It also feels like a much more refined tool.
The brushed version for example wobbles when you use it.
I'm only a DIYer, but I'd use an impact driver at least twice a week, so $30 over 100 days a year for say 5 years is only a 7c/use premium. Well worth it to me.
An E-bike? People using ozito drills to make bikes….?
Brushes are typically about $10 for most tools and ill typically get a year out of one set. Brushless tools weigh more and seem to burn motors out quicker aswell. Ive started to stat clear of them tbh.
Yes. Longer life and smaller stack.
Anyone seen it for $79 in Sydney? Which store?
Anyone know if this would be any good as an impact wrench?
I have the standard brushed version and it's no good for loosening automotive nuts