Panasonic Tough Tool cordless power tools

Panasonic has added three cordless power tools to its Tough Tool IP range of IP56-rated dust- and water-resistant power tools with enhanced internal engineering and technology. The updated range includes the EY74A2 13 mm drill and driver; the EY79A2 hammer drill and driver; and the EY75A7 impact driver.

The cordless tools feature a comfort grip for improved performance, suitable for tradespeople such as plumbers, electricians and carpenters. The brushless motor in the EY74A2 and EY79A2 has control circuits designed to increase stable current flow by more than 70%. Both models feature high power up to 50 Nm; variable speed control (H/M/S) which can operate at maximum speeds with metal hole saws, thereby reducing burnout; an 18-stage clutch plus drill position; an LED light to support work; and an electric brake.

The shorter brushless motor included in the EY75A7 cordless impact driver ensures comfortable handling and heavy-duty use in restricted spaces such as ceiling voids, lofts or under floorboards. The lighter-weight model has a ‘self-drilling screw mode’ which limits the risk of stripping the thread on fasteners or materials during screwing in (less than 4 x 15 mm) by automatically switching from high speed to low speed. Other features include high power up to 160 Nm and a four-stage rotation speed selection.

The models contain a hybrid switch that has been redesigned to deliver increased durability and provide up to double the life of conventional Panasonic switches. The tools are available in a range of kits including 14.4 V 4.2 AH, 18 V 5 AH and 18 V 3 AH batteries.