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Ridgid 18V Octane Brushless 1/2" High Torque Impact Wrench (Factory Blemished)

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Direct Tools Factory Outlet has Ridgid 18V Octane Brushless 1/2" High Torque Impact Wrench (Factory Blemished, Tool Only) on sale for $119.99. Shipping is free when you apply code JANFREESHIP in cart.

Thanks to Community Members IShouldBuyIndxFunds & dud for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Brushless Motor Technology delivers up to 50% more runtime, more power, and longer motor life
  • 6-Mode setting provides adjustable power and speed for the most demanding jobs and precision work
  • 3 auto tightening modes provide the user with adjustable speed and power to prevent overtightening
  • Maximum torque output of 1,500 ft./lbs. of breakaway torque and 1,100 ft./lbs. of fastening torque for heavy-duty applications
  • 1/2 in. friction ring anvil is compatible with popular impact-rated sockets
  • LED Light for improved visibility on the jobsite
  • Die-cast gear box for increased durability and professional quality

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  • About this deal:
    • This price is $79.99 less (40% savings) than the listed retail price.
  • About this product:
    • 3-Year Limited Warranty
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Direct Tools Factory Outlet has Ridgid 18V Octane Brushless 1/2" High Torque Impact Wrench (Factory Blemished, Tool Only) on sale for $119.99. Shipping is free when you apply code JANFREESHIP in cart.

Thanks to Community Members IShouldBuyIndxFunds & dud for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Brushless Motor Technology delivers up to 50% more runtime, more power, and longer motor life
  • 6-Mode setting provides adjustable power and speed for the most demanding jobs and precision work
  • 3 auto tightening modes provide the user with adjustable speed and power to prevent overtightening
  • Maximum torque output of 1,500 ft./lbs. of breakaway torque and 1,100 ft./lbs. of fastening torque for heavy-duty applications
  • 1/2 in. friction ring anvil is compatible with popular impact-rated sockets
  • LED Light for improved visibility on the jobsite
  • Die-cast gear box for increased durability and professional quality

Editor's Notes

Written by oceanlake | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This price is $79.99 less (40% savings) than the listed retail price.
  • About this product:
    • 3-Year Limited Warranty
  • About this store:
    • You can view DTFO's Return Policy here.
  • Additional Note:
    • Please refer to the Forum Thread for additional discussion regarding this deal.

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Hopefully everyone understands 2 things when it comes to impact use for automotive applications.

1. The primary use is to remove fasteners, not tighten them.

2. For tightening fasteners, do yourself a favor, look up the proper torque spec and method, then use a torque wrench.
I have all of these impact wrenches. I am a home mechanic. Here are my thoughts.

SUBCOMPACT: I use the subcompact wrenches 60-70% of the time. They are lighter and easier to fit in tight spaces. I used to carry the 1/2" subcompact with 2Ah battery to change tires and help stranded motorists when off-roading. It worked fine, since I properly torque my lug nuts. However, It almost met its match, a stranded Hyundai Elantra. Obviously, the last idiot at the tire shop torqued the lug nuts using an air impact wrench. It probably would have done fine if I used an Octane or larger battery. Now I carry my mid-torque, regular size impact wrench for off-roading and helping stranded motorists.

The next question people often ask is whether they should get the 3/8" or 1/2" subcompact. For most people, the 3/8" will do fine. If you're a mechanic, I recommend both. Somebody condescendingly stated that you could just use an adapter. Well that defeats the purpose of a subcompact, since the adapter makes it longer. Also, the largest 3/8" impact socket I have is 17mm. Some brake & suspension bolts in tight places are 19mm, so that requires me to use the 1/2" subcompact. If you're just doing lug nuts, you could use an adapter, but realize that some of the breakaway torque power is lost through the adapter(s).

MID-TORQUE: This will do almost everything you need as a home mechanic, like 90-95%. It's big, so you can't get in tight spaces, but the torque is sufficient for most home mechanic applications. I have never had a problem removing most axle nuts or harmonic balancer pulley bolts. It will remove Honda crank bolts if you have the right battery, fully charged. It is also much heavier than the subcompacts.

HIGH-TORQUE: This is a beast! For the 5-10% jobs when the mid-torque just won't cut it, this thing removes it (or breaks it). We are talking Honda crank bolts and really rusted axle nuts. Also, I have helped large trucks, buses, and tractor trailers change their tires. Beware, it is also very heavy. It will break your wrist if you don't properly brace it and don't know what you are doing.

OTHER THOUGHTS: Constantly maxing out a tool will cause it to wear faster. When I use the subcompacts to remove lug nuts, they hammer more, causing more wear and tear on the tool. When I use the mid-torque or high-torque, I can silently hear them laughing at the lug nuts and spin them off after 1 or 2 hammers.
It's 3 years by default if you don't register for the LSA.

The Ridgid site for this tool says it's LSA eligible.

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Jan 27, 2023
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dud
Jan 27, 2023
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After 5 attempts and receiving: "504 We apologize for the inconvenience as we have experienced an issue with your request" every time, I finally got it loaded in my cart BUT with $15 shipping. OP, you might want to add "JANFREESHIP" to your OP to get the free shipping.

DTOs system is really screwed up right now! Trying to check out I get " 502 We apologize for the inconvenience as we have experienced an issue with your request."
Last edited by dud January 27, 2023 at 09:48 AM.
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Quote from dud :
After 5 attempts and receiving: "504 We apologize for the inconvenience as we have experienced an issue with your request" every time, I finally got it loaded in my cart BUT with $15 shipping. How do you get free shipping on this tool?
Free Shipping Coupon Code: JANFREESHIP
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the.barbrR
Jan 27, 2023
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Yea website it slammed
Jan 27, 2023
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porcus
Jan 27, 2023
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That's a good impact wrench -- and a good value at that price.

But yeah -- it looks like the website can't handle the traffic. But it doesn't surprise me that there would be so much interest when they're running BOTH a free shipping promo and a sitewide savings promo.

I'm glad I decided to place an order late last night.
Jan 27, 2023
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ilovefajitaz
Jan 27, 2023
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As an old mechanic, I can't believe how strong this thing is. In the early 2000's I had a Snap On IM6100 air impact gun that was basically top of the line… it "only" put out 650 ft-lb of torque. This Ridgid puts out literally more than twice that of my old gun. I'd get this in a heartbeat if I had a use for it.
Jan 27, 2023
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shanebo
Jan 27, 2023
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Yeah, this particular tool could be overkill for most applications -- I've been told it will break bolts...
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Pricetags
Jan 27, 2023
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3 years warranty vs traditional lifetime warranty from Rigid.
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mxn36
Jan 27, 2023
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Quote from shanebo :
Yeah, this particular tool could be overkill for most applications -- I've been told it will break bolts...
Would you say that would be possible while removing bolts as well? You'd think the bolt would give loose before it broke regardless of force.
Jan 27, 2023
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gamabunta
Jan 27, 2023
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Quote from Pricetags :
3 years warranty vs traditional lifetime warranty from Rigid.
Wrong.

Ridgid honors DTO purchases. The only thing you have to make sure, is the tool is new. They will not warranty refurbished tools. They willwarranty factory blemished - new, tools.
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shanebo
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Quote from mxn36 :
Would you say that would be possible while removing bolts as well? You'd think the bolt would give loose before it broke regardless of force.
Depends on the strength of the bolt, amount of corrosion/rust, etc. Specs are 10-20x the amount of force need to torque a lug nut on most cars -- which is probably too much for anything I (and most casual users) would need. Just read some reviews before purchasing to make sure you know what you're getting. E.g.:

Looking at the torque numbers, including Assist Mode, we recommend you don't use this impact wrench for most automotive jobs—it's too strong and can easily break bolts! Save this for the toughest jobs and use the mid-torque R86012 for day-to-day tasks.