Panasonic has introduced a new 18V high-torque 1/2″ impact wrench (Panasonic EY7552) into their Tough IP line of heavy-duty Li-ion power tools. The new impact wrench is designed to deliver big power in a small package.
Features
- 1/2″ square drive with hog ring and through-hole socket retention
- Up to 346 ft-lbs of maximum torque (4,152 in-lbs)
- Twin Hammer design for increased torque, low vibration, low noise,
- “Smallest-in-class” with <9″ length
- “Lightest-in-class” with 5.7 lbs weight, including battery
- Variable speed trigger
- Reversible
- Electric brake
- Powered by Panasonic’s EY9L51B 18V 4.2 Ah Lithium-Nickel battery packs
- Built-in LED worklight
- Dust and water-resistant to IP56 standards
- Available as bare-tool or kit which comes with (2) batteries and a charger
There are two options – the EY7552X bare-tool, and EY7552Ls2S kit, which includes Panasonic’s GuardION battery cell monitoring system and self-diagnostic universal battery charger.
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First Impression
There are a couple of interesting features to emphasize. With a 346 ft-lbs torque rating, Panasonic’s new 18V impact wrench is not anywhere as powerful as Milwaukee’s new beastly powerful M18 Fuel impact wrenches. That’s not a bad thing, as it does mean the Panasonic 18V impact is lighter and more compact than Milwaukee’s and other brands’ heaviest duty models, and also more powerful than competitors’ most compact lighter duty models.
Panasonic boasts that the new model offers the power and versatility for demanding use at jobsites and in industrial settings, and it doesn’t seem like they’re exaggerating one bit.
The Twin Hammer impact mechanism design also caught my attention, especially since it claims to provide greater torque, faster working speed, greater durability, lower vibration, and lower noise, presumably compared to single-hammer designs. Maybe it lengths runtime as well?
This model seems well suited for general construction needs, automotive maintenance and repair (except perhaps for removing the tightest of lug nuts), industrial use, and other such applications.
There is no word yet about price, but the new impacts will be available starting this month, so more details should be available soon.
LORDDiESEL says
Stuart, what market are they are shooting for with this gun?
Stuart says
Panasonic cordless tools seem to be more aimed towards industrial users, but they fit in just well at construction sites. They are also very well suited for very dusty or uncontrolled environments, thanks to their waterproof and dustproof IP ratings.
dan says
Probably the ” I bought a Panasonic and need to add something other than a drill to the kit” group… They may make quality tools and batteries, but they damn sure need to expand selection.
cody says
On the Panasonic cordless tools the 14.4 volt and 18 volt batteries can enter change with one another and still run the other tool thats a different voltage. Only company that I know that does that.
Andrew says
This is a picture of a 3/8″ brushed impact wrench. The Panasonic EY75A2LS2G57 brushless is a 1/2″ impact wrench that has outperformed everything else I have used. A far far superior tool.
Hyung gyu Park says
Dear, GUYDTOOL company
Nice to meet you, We are korean who working in Ghana.
We are looking for Torque Wrench(water proof). But I can’t find it among your company products from web site.
I have question about Hydraulic Torque Wrench Test for HDPE pipe flanged joint
As under story, We have to Hydraulic Torque Wrench Test under sea(15~20m).
So I want to know that you have Torque Wrench(water proof) to test a required value(190 NM)
If you don’t have, Can you inform me recommended company?
Thank you, one more thank you.
Stuart says
I’m sorry, but I do not know of any waterproof torque wrench that can be used 15-20 meters deep in salt water, and I have no idea where to recommend you look for one.
Eric says
Here are some under water impact wrenches.
http://www.stanleyhydraulics.com/sites/stanleyhydraulic.com/files/pdf/iw12-uw-specsheet.pdf
http://www.csunitec.com/impact/wrenches.html
http://echopkins.com/products/?search%5Bcat%5D=33
fasd says
good afternoon ..
where can I get the address of the sole agent of Panasonic impact wrench in Indonesia ..
any body know ??
thx brow