How to choose a perforator?

A perforator is a device in which impact force is the main function, drilling is a secondary function. Ability to perform work in concrete and stone. It is used in finishing works.

Features of the tool's operation depend on its technical data.

Three operating modes of the device:

1. drilling;

2. Impact drilling;

3. impact without drilling.

The power of the ego affects the mass of the instrument. Perforator by weight:

• light;

• average;

• heavy.

The ability to perform work is determined by the classification of the tool into professional and household.

Technical specifications

Knowledge of technical indicators will help buy a perforator in Ukraine.

• Impact energy – a perforator with a higher index results in a hole with a larger diameter.

• Power is not an important indicator when buying a tool. It depends on the type of cartridge.

• The frequency of hits is an indicator of the performance of the device. The combination of shock frequency and shock energy should be proportional. Brands produced by the perforator pay special attention to productivity. Therefore, you need to decide on the name of the company you are betting on when choosing.

• The number of spindle revolutions – the high productivity of the device must be combined with a low spindle rotation frequency.

• Cartridge type – affects the weight of the perforator. Professional perforators with a large mass and a large cartridge. Its weight can reach 11 kg. With the help of such a device, a hole with a diameter of 5 cm is obtained. The size of the instrument is large.

• Tool modes – the more modes a perforator has, the more expensive it is. The presence of 3 modes makes it universal.

• Additional functions - affect the cost of the tool. Determine whether you need these functions in your work.

Before buying an instrument, hold it in your hands. It should lie comfortably in your hands.

Parameters for a home puncher:

• Low power tool – 0,5 or maximum power 0,9 kW.

• Impact force – 2,2 J.

• Universality – defined by three modes.

• Additional function – rotation speed regulator.

• Cartridge – SDStop.

The choice between home and professional

When choosing between a professional and a home hammer for home work, you need to understand that the first one, of course, has many functions. The long service life of the professional device is proven. There are inconveniences in using a professional perforator in household work:

• There is no need to work non-stop for 8 hours at home.

• It is difficult to store a massive device at home.

• Homework does not have such difficult tasks as a professional puncher.