Product Description 60% more torque than 18V drill/driver - 800 in.-lbs of max torque; Bosch Designed Hammer and Anvil System Delivers 1,800 RPM/3,000 BPM; LED Light Ring 3 LEDs illuminate work area for use in dark areas; Litheon 10.8V Batteries The most advanced Lithium-ion battery available today; Spring-Loaded Impact Mechanism Reduces user fatigue; Aluminum gear housing with protective rubber front; 1/4" hex drive with quick release; Ergonomic Soft Grip Handle For extended comfort and control; Bumpers on Side of Tool Protect work surface and prevent slipping; Variable Speed Trigger For complete control; Includes:(1)Carrying Case,(2) 1.5" Power Drive Bits,(1)30 Minute Charger BC430,(2)Litheon 10.8V Batteries BAT411
Amazon.com Product Description Designed to withstand even heavy-duty jobsite conditions, the Bosch PS40-2A 12-Volt Max Lithium-Ion Impact Driver meets a wide variety of professional demands. This small and powerful all-purpose tool boasts long battery life, outstanding comfort, and a high-performance design. It supplies the muscle you need to get the job done right the first time.
The PS40-2A 12-Volt Max Lithium-Ion Impact Driver offers:
Litheon batteries for long-lasting power.
300% more torque than the competition.
1,800 RPM for quick fastening.
Ergonomic design to minimize user fatigue.
Hammer-and-anvil system provides 800 in/lbs of torque. View larger.
Compact design lets you reach into tight corners. View larger.
1,800 RPM help you get the job done quickly. View larger.
12-Volt Litheon Batteries for Long-Lasting Power The PS40-2A gets its power from Litheon batteries, the most advanced lithium-ion batteries available today. These batteries allow more battery charges and provide longer runtime with no memory effect--meaning the batteries don't need to be empty before charging. The batteries can also be taken out of the charger before charging is complete.
Other benefits include: significantly less self discharge; electronic cell protection that guards against overheating, overload, and deep discharge; and no loss of power from the first to last screw or hole. Best of all, these batteries will fully charge in 30 minutes and will be at 85% capacity in just 15 minutes.
Compact, Lightweight Design for Efficient, Fatigue-Free Work The PS40-2A features an innovative driver designed with a compact and light housing and superior performance. Measuring only 6.5 inches in length and weighing just 2.2 pounds, it performs up to 80% of all impact-driver applications. And because it easily drives screws without the need for pushing, the tool will help prevent you from becoming overly tired on the job.
Built for a Wide Range of Heavy-Duty, Professional Applications Ideal for driving and tightening metal bolts, screwing wood up to three inches thick, drilling wood up to 3/8 inch thick, and drilling sheet metal with a maximum thickness of 5/16 inch, the PS40-2A offers impressive range. You can drive fasteners into wood and concrete and enjoy the anti-shock protection provided by the Heat Shield. With this handy tool you can also drive fasteners into sheet metal, tighten nuts and bolts, complete a range of automotive repair jobs, install a garage door, build a deck, tackle plumbing issues, complete interior and exterior steel framing jobs, and much more.
Hammer-and-Anvil System for 800 In./Lbs. of Torque The PS40-2A comes equipped with a Bosch-designed hammer-and-anvil system, which produces double the torque of a gear-driven system. The PS40-2A provides a truly impressive 800 in./lbs. torque--up to 300% more than other drills/drivers--giving you the necessary power to drive or remove lag screws. At the same time, the innovative design of this mechanism ensures that torque is not transferred to your hand, resulting in improved control and a lower risk of wrist injury, even during your toughest jobs.
Up to 3,000 BPM for Quick Fastening The PS40-2A also delivers 1,800 RPM/3,000 BPM, so you can power through drilling and fastening jobs both big and small. And you can enjoy all this power without having to carry around a big, bulky tool. Thanks to its two-layer planetary gear, the tool's diameter shrinks to a truly compact size.
Sealed Internal Components Prevent Oil Leakage To help keep operation smooth and trouble-free, the gearbox's internal components are sealed by aluminum housing and plastic rear housing to prevent oil leakage. This design also maintains optimum lubrication for longer life. For peace of mind, a rubber shock absorber behind the impact mechanism helps minimize vibrations and increases the stability of the gearbox if it's dropped, even from 6.5-feet.
Smart Features for Easy Operation A unique LED Light Ring with three lights provides ample illumination in tight or enclosed spaces. The LED also offers a pre-light to brighten your workspace when you pull the trigger. Additionally, anti-slip rubber bumpers on the tool body prevent slipping and damage.
Finally, a forward/reverse switch is conveniently placed for both right- and left-handed users and is accessible by even petite hands.
ProVantage Guarantee The PS40-2A comes with the ProVantage three-year protection plan, which guarantees two years of battery protection and one year of tool protection. Under this plan, you can receive two years of free battery replacements, tool replacement for one year, and a free tool repair package for the second and third years.
What's in the Box Drill/Driver; carrying case; two 1.5-inch power drive bits; one 30-minute charger; and two Litheon 12-Volt Max Batteries.
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IMPACT DRIVERMarch 7, 2010 Carl D. Shelton(Sunnyvale California) Very powerful Impact Drill, gets the job done very quickly! The price point was on the mark the brand is high quality, well designed item, quick shipping and well packaged too!
excellent recommendation for diy'ersJanuary 10, 2010 elbyw have used for weekend projects around the house. excellent tool for fastening. works well at slow speeds (reducing stripping of screw heads), has good power for driving, and the light is perfect for my middle-aged eyes! the 1/4" has a good selection of accessories for various uses. batteries charge quickly and hold power. purchased at amazon as a lightning deal for a good price. highly recommended.
Right tool for the Right job!January 7, 2010 Michael Kegley I bought this electric impact to use for auto repair and it does an outstanding job. Why anyone would buy this "Impact Driver" to drill holes or sink screws I have no idea. If this is your intention, look elsewhere, it's not a drill and it's too slow to drive screws. That being said, it's an awesome tool to use for working on vehicles/engines. Buy this impact driver a 1/4 socket adapter, a 1/4 universal joint, a 2 inch socket extension and a 6 inch socket extension. If you have those accessories in your bag as well as the necessary sized 1/4 sockets for the job you will be able to get to just about any nut/bolt on your vehicle. Most smaller bolts are no problem to remove with this tool. Larger or really old rusty bolts have required me to break them free by hand but then the driver easily completed the job. Of course, torque is also reduced using the universal at extreme angles but still very usable. Saves a ton of time in tight spaces where you can only get maybe a quarter turn a time on a regular ratchet. Wit this tool, all you do it pull the trigger. As far as reassembly of nut/bolts, it works just a well. It will get them snug, but not too tight. Final torquing should be done by hand anyway. The rubberized pads on the body are a great feature since most of the time this tool ends up sitting on the garage floor.
Tries hard, finds subject difficultDecember 2, 2009 Seth Meyers(Brooklyn) 5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I'm reluctantly posting a 3 star rating for this tool. I want to like it. I love my other Bosch tools cordless and corded alike -- the ps30a driver drill is lovely for example.
But this impact driver is just not quite torquey enough to justify its existence.
I hate changing bits, so usually I set my drill up for pre-drilling and my impact driver up with a screw-bit.
I bought the impact driver because I wanted a better screwgun than the PS30a driver-drill -- impact does a better job knocking in those 2 or 3" screws. The impact feature should keep the bit in more reliably (which it does, actually), the quick release bit holder is nice, but the increased torque is the main factor.
And the torque is just not there.
My previous drill / impact driver setup was a NiMH 12v Makita combo They were awesome for what they were. I never really felt compelled to upgrade to the 14.4v or the 18v -- I'd just move to a corded drill for those rare occasions that my 12v Makitas couldn't hack it.
I had them for 8 years before the batteries and the battery terminal contacts started flaking out on me.
Given that the batteries are like 75% of the cost of the tool, I figured time to upgrade.
The Bosch ps30a driver drill is great as drill -- the sharpness of your drillbits is as important that the actual torque of the drill and the 2-speed range usually takes care of business. I'd expect trouble with a hole-saw or a big spade-bit but other than that it hasn't let me down. But the PS40a Impact driver is weak. Is this because it's not really 12v (it's really 10v?) while my old Makita NiMH was a legit 12v? I don't know.
All I know is I am a little sad, because in all other ways, I like the Bosch. It's a nice neat ergonomically decent package. The new LiOn batteries are tiny, last pretty well, recharge quickly. The tool is high quality all around, tight, well made, with that Bosch feel you have come to love. It's very small, very light, lovely to hold and behold. The case is nice, for a soft-case, with intelligently designed elastic and velcro straps.
But there I was on Thursday morning, hacking together a quick bench for unexpected thanksgiving overflow, and I was struggling driving 2" smooth-coated screws into spruce.
Now, I'm not going to move up to the Bosch 18v because it's just too bulky and heavy for my preference. I may just get my Makita repaired, though.
Great Driver!November 25, 2009 Dan Mitchem(Virginia) 0 out of 1 found this review helpful
For a small, compact, 12-volt impact driver, this one is great! I have already used it a few times and it sunk a few long tapcons into some cinder blocks without losing charge. I recommend!
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