What is an Impact Wrench?
Impact wrench is a term that is frequently misused by those who don’t know the true definition of the tool. An impact wrench can be manually operated, or it can be powered by electricity or compressed air. An impact wrench powered by an air compressor is also known as a pneumatic wrench. An impact wrench works in the manner suggested by the name of the tool: through the principle of impact. In order to understand how an electrical or air-powered impact wrench works, it helps to know first how a manually powered impact wrench operates. A manually powered impact wrench looks like a fat screwdriver; on the end where the screwdriver blade normally goes, you can snap on screwdriver bits or sockets. To operate a manually powered impact wrench, fit the bit or socket onto the screw or bolt. Then hit the other end with a hammer while holding the wrench down. The inner workings of the wrench transform the downward impact into a turning motion, and the bolt is gradually loosened. This type of wre
I know that I have heard of it. Remember the last time you had your tires changed? The technician walked over to the wheel of your car. In his hand he held a gun like tool with a long air hose attached. He then squatted down. You heard a whirring sound as the lug nuts were removed. That gun like tool is an impact wrench. What is the difference between the hammer drill and the impact wrench in drilling? The hammer in a hammer drill is more of a vibrator than a hammer. An impact wrench has a real hammer in it. The hammer slams down with a force sufficient to pulverize the concrete. The rotor then turns slightly removing the debris. The action is repeated hundreds of times a minute. What kind of force does an impact wrench deliver? The force is hundreds to thousands of pounds depending on the manufacturer and model. It is like having a small drill with a jack hammer in it. Wouldnt thousands of pounds of force break the drill bit? No because the hammer travel is limited inside of the impac
I know that I have heard of it. Remember the last time you had your tires changed? The technician walked over to the wheel of your car. In his hand he held a gun like tool with a long air hose attached. He then squatted down. You heard a whirring sound as the lug nuts were removed. That gun like tool is an impact wrench. What is the difference between drilling with a hammer drill vs. an impact wrench? The hammer in a hammer drill is more of a vibrator than a hammer. An impact wrench has a real hammer in it. For an excellent understanding and inside view of both a hammer drill and an impact wrench please see the illustrations, theory of operation, and inside views at www.right-drill.comWhat kind of force does an impact wrench deliver? The force is hundreds to thousands of pounds depending on the manufacturer and model. It is like having a small drill with a jack hammer in it.
