1. Cordless Miter Saw
Milwaukee unveiled a new cordless miter saw, the M18 FUEL 7-1/4” Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw. The saw is 28 pounds with a battery, making it easy to transport. The saw can bevel both left and right, allowing users to make angled cuts without extra steps. It also offers a Shadow Cut Line Indicator for improved accuracy over lasers. Milwaukee says the saw can complete over 600 cuts in 3-1/4” base board with just one charge.
2. Graco Handheld Sprayer
Graco’s new handheld sprayer line, Ultra, comes in either a cordless or corded version (and a cordless Ultra Max, for hot solvents), and delivers 2000 PSI of spray without the hoses. The sprayers can be used at any angle, including upside down. The FFLP tip—a new series from Graco that is compatible with other airless sprayers—allows users to work at a lower pressure, producing less overspray and a better-defined fan pattern, the company says. Pressure can be dialed in between 500-2000 PSI, offering extra control. Graco says users can expect to get about 4 cups (approximately 1 gallon) worth of paint on a single charge.
3. Festool Sander
Festool’s new hybrid sanders feature a brushless motor that can be run from a battery or a cord. Cordless power is provided by a BP 18 Li 3.1 ERGO battery pack, a new slide-style battery that works with the Festool TCL 6 charger. Corded power is provided by the ACA 100-120/18V Ergo main adapter, which integrates with Festool’s Plug-It cord system. Three sanders are available: a 5” round random orbit sander, a detail sander, and a rectangular orbit sander. Each sander has a no-load RPM of 6,000-10,000 RPM, depending on the speed setting, and weighs about 3 pounds (including battery). Festool reports a 30-minute runtime when fully charged.
4. Ridgid Heater
The brushless R860424B forced-air propane heater from Ridgid runs on either one 18V battery or on a regular extension cord. It has a variable-power dial that allows users to adjust between 30,000 and 60,000 Btu. According to the manufacturer, the heater will run for up to 12 hours on low heat or 7 hours on high when equipped with a 5-Ah Hyper Lithium Battery. It uses .30 gallons of propane per hour and will heat up to 1,350 square feet. The unit is UL certified, has overheat protection and an electric ignition switch, and comes with a 3-year limited warranty.
5. Bosch Reciprocating Saw
The Bosch GSA18V-125 18V cordless reciprocating saw includes three orbital settings, a dial for setting the max speed, and a variable-speed trigger. It produces 0–2,500 strokes per minute with a 1 1/4-inch stroke length and is outfitted with an oversized rafter hook, an adjustable shoe, and large blade-change mechanism. The EC brushless motor is designed to last longer than previous 18V motors, and an internal counterbalance system reduces vibration. The saw’s electronics offer overload protection separately for the battery and the motor and monitor the load to maintain constant speed. Though the saw will run on any of Bosch’s 18V batteries, Bosch recommends the CORE18V platform for performance on par with a corded tool.
5. DeWalt Air Compressor
The DeWalt FlexVolt cordless 2.5 gallon air compressor features a brushless motor and oil-free pump. It is powered by one FlexVolt 60V Max battery and weighs just under 24 pounds when equipped with a 6Ah battery. According to the manufacturer, the compressor can fire up to 1,220 brad nails per charge; it has a maximum tank pressure of 135 PSI and delivers 1.2 SCFM at 90PSI. Operational noise level is reported to be 79 dBA. The compressor sells kitted with one 6.0Ah battery and one fast charger.
