Archive for the ‘Tool Reviews’ Category

Introducing the all new DeWALT DWE4050 115mm Mini Angle Grinder

Friday, January 25th, 2013

We have just received delivery of the new DeWALT DWE4050 115mm Angle Grinder
DeWALT DWE4050 Mini Angle Grinder

Featuring a powerful 800 watt motor built into a thin grip body this new mini grinder is sure to be a favourite of tradesman across the country.  The pics below show how easy and comfortable it is to handle and to use in confined working spaces.  Special design features include pop off brushes which protect the armature from damage at the end of brush life resulting in greater motor durability and therefore longer life.

DeWALT DWE4050 Slim Grip Angle GrinderDeWALT DWE4050 115mm Angle Grinder
Available in both 110v and 240v at our Cardiff and Bridgend tool showrooms  and also on our website for next day delivery in the UK. Click here for more information.

Introducing the Alfra RB35X Magnetic Drilling Machine. German quality at an amazingly low price!

Friday, December 7th, 2012

 

 

At last! A German made mag drill  for under £300 ex vat.

Many manufacturers have released magnetic core drilling machines that achieve the price point, but never before has such a quality machine been available for such a brilliant price.

All the quality you would expect from the most popular Magnetic Drilling Machine manufacturer Alfra, but at the right price.

Alfra RB35X Magnetic Metal Core  Drilling Machine

 

“Tool Force” is the force with which you can press the annular cutter on a steel plate before the magnet starts lifting off.

It is depending on the magnetic power and the drill geometry. The smaller the distance between magnet and cutter the higher

the possible tool force. The tool force is measured with the drill standing on a steel plate of 10mm thickness.

The RB 35 X lifts off from the steel plate only at a force of 2100 N.

 

Check out the machine in action:

 

New Lee Cooper fashionable workwear available in store and online now

Tuesday, October 9th, 2012

 

 

We have just received a new range of workwear from the famous brand Lee CooperLee Cooper Workwear

We have a selection of the Lee Cooper range and are particularly impressed with the cool fashionable style of the new kit. Check out these steel toe cap safety boots ! How cool are they? Lee Cooper LCSHOE022 Lee Cooper LCSHOE020 Safety Trainer

We also have work trousers and work jackets as well as tops for the upcoming winter season.

Lee Cooper Work Jacket LCJKT415Lee Cooper Work TrousersLee Cooper LCVST702 BodywarmerLee Cooper LCSWT113 Grey SweatshirtLee Cooper LCKP002 Kneepad

 

These are just a few of the excellent new clothing products available from Lee Cooper and sold by Data.

Please click here to see the complete range of  work clothing, accessories and footwear we have available.

 

The ELECTROWAND COMBI stainless steel weld cleaner

Monday, June 11th, 2012

 

The ELECTROWAND COMBI stainless steel weld cleaner is the ultimate tool for removing weld discolouration.
Quick, easy to use and brilliantly effective.

Electrowand Combi Weld Cleaner
The Electrowand Combi will remove weld discolouration WITHOUT damaging the surface of the material at all.
Stainless steel balustrade manufacturers, fabricators of hygienic stainless steel parts and also environmental ductwork are just a few examples of where this machine has been used with great success.
It’s great news that there is finally a viable alternative available to pickling paste – the hazardous chemical that has traditionally been used for this job – which is banned in many countries.

The brush offers excellent versatility so that difficult corners can now be accessed without any fuss.

Electrowand Brush

The paddle offers fast cleaning on easy to reach areas

Stainless Steel Weld Cleaning

This tool comes complete with everything you need :

wand assembly to operate brush

wand assembly to operate paddle and sock

earth lead with crocodile clip

mains lead – 110v or 240v

1 x pack of EW-500 pads (pack contains 20 x pads)

stainless steel insert (paddle)

long life brush.  (2 x supplied)

0.5 litre of Electro-Wand solution.

spill proof reservoir for solution

0.5 Litre of Electro-Wand Neutralising Agent

They are the first machines to use a microprocessor to control power output to the wand. This has the following advantages:

Power protection – both the machine and work-piece are protected against power overload. In the event of a short circuit – perhaps resulting from the cleaning pad wearing through – power to the wand is switched off within 40 milliseconds. Previously, power overloads might have caused burn marks on the work piece or damage to the machine. Once the pad has been replaced, power is restored by cycling the on/off switch.

Power control -  power to the wand may be turned down if working with thin or fragile material, keeping temperature lower to avoid damage. Alternatively, it can be turned up to clean effectively on more heavily stained work. At all times power can be kept to a level that avoids overheating the acid solution, which can result in unpleasant fumes. It also keeps solution use to a minimum therefore reducing costs.

The Combi uses high power for fast cleaning with the paddle and lower power for working with the brush. The ingenious Combi will switch power output automatically when the operator changes from paddle to brush or brush to paddle. You can still use the power controller to fine tune the setting you prefer.

Ultimately, this machine is far less expensive than the “ Tig Brush ” but just as effective in removing the discolouration after a tig weld.

Another hugely attractive feature of this machine is, how easy it is to use. You do not have to be a skilled craftsman to use it – if you can use a brush you can use the Electrowand Combi !

Introducing the new Festool TS55R Plunge Cut Circular Saw & Guide Rail Kit

Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012

 

We have just received delivery of the latest model plunge cutting saw with rail from Festool. Here is a breakdown of its best features:

For high-quality working results: the guide rail guarantees clean, splinter-free cuts. The TS 55 R is fitted with adjustable jaws to enable the saw to operate without any inaccuracy.

Festool TS55R Plunge Cut Saw

Designed for an even wider range of application possibilities.

  • Sawing joins on floors, ceilings or even doors from a distance of 12 mm
  • False joints between 12 and 46 mm wide are created in no time at all – with the false joint stop (available as an accessory)
  • Machining different materials such as plasterboard, building panels, plastics such as plexiglas and non-ferrous metals such as aluminium
  • Cutting recesses in doors or kitchen worktops
  • Well prepared for any challenge – saw blades are quick and easy to change with FastFix blade change

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The splinterguard is easy to position and can be exchanged with the transparent viewing window without using tools. The combination of a splinterguard and guide rail guarantees splinter-free cuts on both sides.

Festool TS55R splinter guard

The new, spring-loaded riving knife positioned in front of the saw blade can be easily inserted in an existing kerf, e.g. when moving the guide rail.
New festool TS55R saw

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The saw blade must be positioned perfectly on the scribe mark to achieve perfect cutouts, e.g. when making plunge cuts in kitchen worktops. The transparent viewing window also provides a perfect view of the end of the marking, for example, in corners.

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Festool TS55R Guide Rail

This great new tool is on display and in stock at our Cardiff tool showroom our Bridgend tool showroom and available to buy online. Click here for more details

With the new Metabo 4ah Battery you can now work a whopping 33 % longer!

Wednesday, April 18th, 2012

Metabo is the first powertool manufacturer to guarantee you a clear gain in endurance with the new generation 4.0 Ah lithium-ion battery technology. 

Thanks to their compact and lightweight construction the new 4.0 Ah Metabo battery packs are really handy in combination with machines such as the Metabo SB18LTX Cordless Drill. This guarantees optimum ergonomics and fatigue-free working even for demanding jobs.  Although their capacity has risen significantly, the new battery packs have not put on any weight compared to the preceding generation.

Thanks to the superior Metabo Ultra-M technology they are the only powertool manufacturer who is able to grant 3 years of warranty on  Li-Power battery packs – without limiting the charging cycles!

 

AIR COOLED charging technology
Warm air in the battery pack is extracted by a high capacity fan in the charger. This cools down the battery pack, reduces the charging time and increases the service life.

Intelligent battery management
The innovative processor ensures perfect interplay of all components and thus optimum use of the available energy.

Capacity indication
Four LEDs show the capacity of the battery at the touch of a button.

Floating storage of the battery cells
Protects the cells from damage caused by blows or bumps and ensures a longer service life.

ESCP Electronic Single Cell Protection:
protects each and every battery cell from discharging completely while working, and from overcharging during the charging process.

Temperature monitoring system
The system constantly controls the temperature of the battery pack.

 

For more information on getting hold of these amazing new batteries please contact us or click here to check out a drill that features these new 4.0ah batteries.

Available now: a limited edition Makita PINK cordless drill in aid of charity.

Tuesday, October 18th, 2011

 

Makita, the UK’s leading professional power tool manufacturer, has chosen Breast Cancer Care as its first charity of the year. In this inaugural year, Makita hope to raise £50,000 to support people affected by breast cancer.

Makita Pink Drill

 

To help raise funds Makita are launching a new limited edition pink drill, available from 18th October and with a pledge to donate £5 for every one sold.

 

Makita chose Breast Cancer Care for their first partnership after several staff members were affected by the disease.

Click the above picture to find out more!

 

DeWALT launch the new DWS780 top of the range mitre saw in the UK

Wednesday, August 31st, 2011

Dewalt DWS780 Mitre Saw

The all new DeWALT DWS780 305mm Compound Mitre Saw promises outstanding cutting experience allowing users to accurately cut very large profiles such as roofing timbers, internal trim and framing.

Dewalt XPS Compound Mitre SawThe XPS worklight system offers fast set up and repeatable accuracy with no adjustment ever required. A clear and visible cut line makes using this DeWALT compound mitre saw a breeze.

 

 

 

 

 

Dewalt Dust ExtractionWith 75% dust extraction efficiency and a solid heavy duty machined base this DeWALT DWS780 is built to last.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dewalt DWS780 Mitre Saw SettingSimple and fast adjustments allow for quick bevel from one side to the other.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dewalt DWS780 Depth StopA depth stop facilitates common joinery techniques.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This amazing new DeWalt mitre saw is available now at our stores or online.

For more information click here

Dewalt DE7033 Mitre Saw Stand

A great accessory for this mitre saw is the DeWALT DE7033 Compact Short Beam Mitre Saw Stand.  Click here for more information.

 

 

 

 

New Fix ALL super strong glue – quickly seals and bonds all surfaces and all materials !

Friday, August 19th, 2011

 

Introducing Fix ALL from Soudal.Soudal Fix All

This new product uses MS Polymer Technology to seal, fill and bond any material even under water! Supplied in a standard 290ml tube, with a nozzle, designed to be used with a standard silicone gun.

This product is easy to apply, non staining, safe to use, enviromentally friendly, weather resistant and paintable. It really is the ultimate super glue / sealant and our customers have given us nothing but positive feedback.

Fix ALL High Tack: The perfect product if you are in search of a sealant-glue with an EXTREMELY HIGH INITIAL TACK as well as good sealing qualities.

Click here for more information and to buy Fix All High Tack online.

Fix ALL Crystal: The perfect product if you are in search of a sealant – glue with strong properties but which is 100% TRANSPARENT.

Click here for more information and to buy Fix All Crystal online

Here is a demonstration video showing the amazing qualities that Soudal Fix All has to offer.

World First ! – Cordless Metal Core Magnetic Drilling Technology from Metabo

Friday, July 15th, 2011

Metabo Cordless Magnetic Core Drill

 

The NEW cordless MAG 28 LTX 32 Cordless Magnetic Core Drill is totally unique to Metabo.

An absolute world first that clearly highlights their expertise at creating problem solving solutions through innovation for the needs of industry.

With the NEW MAG 28 LTX 32 you are nolonger restricted by a cable allowing you complete freedom of position absolutely anywhere! The strong permanent magnet allows for safe working in either horizontal or vertical positions, even when working overhead. The proven LTX motor with a two speed gear box, with forward drive combined with overload protection ensures absolutely perfect holes.

Whether you are working on wind turbines, bridges, stadiums, within a ships hull or on power lines the MAG 28 LTX 32 offers you a safe, precise, mobile solution for steel workers everywhere.

Click here to buy online or get more information

 Metabo Battery Powered Mag Drill

Up to 15 x Ø18 mm holes, 50 mm deep possible per battery pack in standard steel. Comes with v-sole plate allowing you to core through pipe (min 6 mm thick) which are Ø90-300 mm.

 

Check out this awesome machine in action:

Click here to buy online or get more information