Panasonic Showcases New Dual Voltage Technology For Tough IP(TM)
Power Tools At IBS 2013
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic
Power Tool Division, a pioneer in cordless power tool technology,
showcases the expansion of their line of Tough IPTM
Li-Ion Cordless Power Tools at the 2013 International Builders'
Show. The Tough IP line now features products with new Dual Voltage
Technology, allowing select tools to be used as both 18-volt and
14.4-volt with just a switch of the battery pack. Panasonic is
currently the only power tool manufacturer to have this type of
technology available, making it even easier for professionals to
complete a variety of jobs using just one tool.
In order to utilize the Dual Voltage Technology, construction
and maintenance professionals can easily swap out the Panasonic
4.2Ah LS Li-ion battery pack or existing 14.4-volt or 18-volt
batteries to achieve the desired voltage – 18-volt for jobs that
require longer runtime between charges and more power or 14.4-volt
for jobs that require less runtime. Unlike manganese-based Li-ion
batteries used in many cordless power tools, Panasonic's exclusive
Li-ion battery technology contains a battery overheat protection
sensor that protects against excess internal heat buildup that can
decrease the lifetime of the battery pack. The battery packs
feature Panasonic's Solid Solution technology, a proprietary
process for dissolving and hardening cobalt and nickel and other
key battery components, and a special heat-resistant ceramic
coating layer separates cells and protects them from heat buildup.
Together, the chemistry, battery design and manufacturing process
add up to high capacity batteries that deliver long life.
"Our top priority at Panasonic is to manufacturer the most
innovative cordless power tools on the market in order to better
serve our customers and help them do their jobs more accurately and
efficiently while on a job site," said John
Olson, Industrial Sales Manager, Panasonic Assembly Systems.
"With the introduction of the Dual Voltage Technology to our Tough
IP line, we are providing our customers with premium tools with
multiple functions, but without adding more weight to their tool
belts."
This proprietary Dual Voltage Technology is now available on the
Cordless ½-inch Drill and Driver kit, the ¼-inch Hex Quick Connect
Cordless Impact Driver Kit, Cordless ½-inch Square Drive Impact
Wrench and the Cordless Reciprocating Saw (tool only).
The kits come with a charger, two 4.2Ah LS Li-ion battery packs
and a carrying case. Panasonic's charger helps extend the life of
the 4.2Ah LS battery pack and tool, since battery pack cells are
independently monitored for even discharge while preventing
over-charging and over-discharging. Sometimes professional users
attempt to push their tools past design limits which can lead to
irreversible battery or tool damage. An over-discharge sensor
prevents the user from running the tool after it reaches the point
where too-low voltage output could damage the battery or tool, and
an internal temperature sensor also indicates if internal battery
temperatures rise, and cuts off tool power if it reaches critical
levels.
In addition to featuring superior battery technology and an IP
56 rating for effective dust and water resistance, Panasonic's new
Dual Voltage Technology tools include the following features:
New Tough IP Li-ion 18v/14.4v Dual Voltage Technology
Tools
EY74A1LS2G/EY74A1X (Tool Only) Cordless
½-inch Drill and Driver Kit:
This Drill and Driver kit is
ideal for construction and maintenance professionals who need to
switch between driving and drilling tasks throughout the day. The
versatility of this product with the Dual Voltage Technology is
built to help complete plumbing, carpentry and electrical
installation jobs with precision and efficiency.
Additional Features:
- Variable speed and reversible with a two-speed transmission
- 80-600 rpm low speed ideal for deep-wood drilling and driving
jobs
- 220-1.750 rpm high speed best for metal drilling jobs
- 18-stage clutch
- It adjusts from approximately 4.3 to 39.0 inches in two-lb.
increments to match driving needs without overdriving or stripping
fasteners
- Electric brake to stop the chuck instantly when the trigger is
released
- Compact size (8-inches long by 9-13/32-inches tall by
2-5/16-inches wide) to easily fit into tight work spaces
- Light weight – only 4.30 lbs. including the battery
- Built-in LED light to make working in dark areas easier
EY775A1LS2G/EY75A1X (Tool Only) ¼-inch Hex Quick Connect
Cordless Impact Driver Kit:
This Impact Driver Kit
works hard while staying cool when used during highly repetitive
fastening jobs. The tool has exceptional power and runtime to excel
in heavy driving, demanding fastening or finish-assembly
applications such as HVAC installation, auto repair, deck building,
lag bolt and more.
Additional Features:
- High/Hard setting is for heavy driving jobs such as setting lag
bolts, tightening large bolts and nuts or driving long screws
- This setting delivers 0-2,500 no-load rpm, 1,370 inches-lbs. of
torque and 0-3,000 impacts per minute (ipm)
- Medium setting is suited for driving self-tapping screws and
conduit clip fasteners
- This setting delivers 0-1,400 no-load rpm, 1,150 inches-lbs. of
torque and 0-2,800 ipm
- Low/Soft setting is great for delicate fastening jobs that
require controlled power such as the installation of cabinet hinges
and fastening wall plates to electrical boxes
- This setting delivers 0-1,000 rpm, 230 inches-lbs. of torque
and 0-2,000 ipm
- Electric brake to stop the ¼ Hex Quick-Connect Bit instantly in
all modes
- Brushless motor, durable switch and sealed control circuits in
the tool body and battery pack to deliver top power, speed, runtime
and long tool life
- Compact size (2-13/32-inches wide by 9-17/32-inches tall by
6-5/8-inches long) to easily fit into tight work spaces
- Light weight – only 3.50 lbs. including the battery
- Built-in LED light to make working in dark areas easier
EY75A2X (Tool Only – No Kit) Cordless ½-inch Square Drive
Impact Wrench:
This Impact Wrench is a perfect choice for
high-capacity, heavy-duty fastening jobs. Professional tradesmen
who do repetitive bolt/nut fastening, scaffold assembly and
disassembly and repetitive lag bolt driving, understand the need
for a compact tool that provides the power to drive fasteners
quickly. This ½-inch Square Drive Impact Wrench can deliver 1,815
inches-Ibs. of variable speed power in forward or reverse.
Additional Features:
- High/Hard setting is for heavy driving jobs such as setting lag
bolts, tightening large bolts and nuts or driving long screws
- This setting delivers 0-2,300 no-load rpm, 1,815 inches-lbs. of
torque and 0-3,500 impacts ipm
- Medium setting is suited for driving self-tapping screws and
conduit clip fasteners
- This setting delivers 0-1,400 no-load rpm, 1,240 inches-lbs. of
torque and 0-2,800 ipm
- Low/Soft setting is great for delicate fastening jobs that
require controlled power such as the installation of cabinet hinges
and fastening wall plates to electrical boxes
- This setting delivers 0-1,000 rpm, 440 inches-lbs. of torque
and 0-2,000 ipm
- Electric brake to stop the ½ Square Chuck instantly in all
modes
- Brushless motor, durable switch and sealed control circuits in
the tool body and battery pack to deliver top power, speed, runtime
and long tool life
- Compact size (2-13/32-inches wide by 9-17/32-inches tall by
6-1/8-inches long) to easily fit into tight work spaces
- Light weight – only 3.75 lbs. including the battery
- Built-in LED light to make working in dark areas easier
EY45A1LS1G/EY45A1X (Tool Only) Cordless Reciprocating Saw
Kit:
This Cordless Reciprocating Saw Kit delivers faster
cutting and demolition performance to carpentry, plumbing and
electrical installation professionals.
Additional Features:
- High-torque motor makes cutting all wood and steel a breeze.
- With a 1-1/8-inch long-stroke length running at 0-2,800 strokes
per minute, this saw is fast is efficient.
- Compact size (18-1/8-inches long by 8-1/4-inches tall by
3-7/16-inches wide) to easily fit into tight work spaces
- Light weight – only 7.50 lbs. including the battery and an
ergonomic design to help keep the user's wrist in the neutral
position, preventing fatigue and increasing control
Rated Tough by IEC:
Each of Panasonic Tough IP
Cordless Power Tools were awarded a rating of IP56 by the IEC
(according to IEC60529) classifying them "Dust-protected" and
"Protected against powerful water jets". The two numbers in
the rating are for dust resistance and water resistance
respectively.
The higher the IP rating, the stronger the tool is to resist
dust and water. For more information on IEC IP Ratings,
please visit www.iec.ch.
For more information on the new Dual Voltage Technology products
or the complete line of Panasonic Tough IP Cordless Power Tools and
Panasonic Tough IP dealers, please visit
www.panasonic.com/cordlesstools or call 1-800-338-0552.
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