That's insane power for those stubbies. No offense to other channels, but, at the end of the day, torquing down huge bolts and then busting them free is the only true way to assess nut busting power. Tim Johnson out here doin' it again.
It's odd you guys consider specifically THESE bolts and nuts to be the true representation of torque to match what you see at home when even between his own bolts here they don't agree. On this same set up we see the 2953 impact driver also busting 550 ft-lbs free using a 1/4" adapter, a tool Milwaukee rates at 167 ft-lbs.... A mixture of new and old hardware every time, all torqued within an inch of its life - stretching more each time, no way to calibrate. Unless you have a DeWALT DCF921 side by side doing the same hardware at the same time, this is all just fun bolt busting. Not really measuring much.
the 3/8" impact usually makes more numbers (like seen in this test) because the motor has a lighter anvil to hit so it takes away less power and less force from the hammer
My gen one still kicking that ass. When it comes to using power tools, the weight /power ratio is everything. Especially if using it all day to help fatigue.
That's awesome! The Stubby (gen 1 or 2) with an XC battery gets the work done, and it's so much nicer to hold a 3-lb tool rather than 8-10 lbs. And when you need it, you can grab that High Torque. Thanks for watching.
I'm very happy with my gen1 stubby 3/8. I only use it for smaller stuff like covers and bash plates and trims and interior stuff etc. For more oomph I have my gen2 M18 mid torque for that. For those wondering which one to get, choose the one that suits YOUR needs.
@@james2042I carry a midtorque in my truck. I like that it runs off 18v batteries because I also have an m18 air inflator, m18 inverter and other 18v tools. Get whatever works for you. I like the size of the midtorque. It’s kinda big but not huge.
I’ve got the same set up. I use 1/2 inch in mid torque and big boy impact. I wonder if they are working on a new mid torque. If they do I’m getting it too 😂😂
While it CAN do 550/600. Its definitely a workout of it. Its still really impressive how easy everything looked 450 and under. Definitely enough for a stubby. I cant wait to get one in September
Did you make a mistake with the 1/2" on larger fasteners at 600 ft/lbs? It looks like you were going in forward, not reverse for that test. Around the 14:30 mark.
Thats crazy that tiny m12 wrench makes ~750nm of blasting torque. That is mid-level territory of those long nose m18s. The previous version of that compact line had just half of this power and it often wasn't enough for some more stubborn bolts.
What is the weight of the two different sockets? The heavier the socket the harder the hit. Excellent video brother, thank you. All the graphs and numbers are fine but at the end of the day, busting actually nuts loose is what we want to see.
Not a big Milwaukee fan but I do love the stubby impact wrench. Used it for lag bolts, brake work , lawnmower blades. Lug nuts you name it. Have the newer 1/2 mid torque very seldom do I need it.
Now what we need is the old 3/8 with the new 3/8 both with 5ah HO battery comparison. Lets do it STR.... Checking your videos the old one had hit 500 ft-lbs and the new one now hits 600 ft-lbs.
I have the first gen and I’ve always felt like it was not quite enough for what I usually needed. I had to grab my 18v 1/2” mid torque half the time when I used it. So I ordered a new gen 2 and im selling my lightly used 1st gen for $100 to a new co worker.
If I'm not mistaken I think it was the M18 Fuel Compact Impact Wrenches the 3/8 inch outperformed the 1/2 drive in loosening and fastening torque. You are by far my favorite channel and most trusted.
Just go look at the old videos of the 2554/2555 (there's 2-3 videos I think). STR typically got them to break around 450, so this is doing over 100lb*ft more.
@@rolandm9750 that was with 4.0 batteries, this video is running 6.0 battery’s. I bet they’d be incredibly close if he used 6.0 battery on the older generation.
I've been A Dewalt, guy for a very long time, but after looking at your video, I've been thinking of making of getting this inpack, just wouldn't want to have, different battery and chargers,
They'll break most lugs sure but the problem is *when* they do it and how. Even older mid-torques will absolutely *zip* most lugs off without that much impacting. The Stubby/compacts need to impact a bit and rattle around making noise a few seconds and then the lug comes off. It's a difference in how much work the tool has to do and how much noise gets made---the torque levels being hit *on the curve* . If you look at TTC's tests you'll see the old Stubby (they haven't tested the new one yet) takes about *7s* to reach 200lb*ft, something most mid-torques reach in only 2s in the same testing/dyno. Also I don't see the point of using a stubby/compact on lugs when you typically have unlimited space. You're free to do what you want of course, but mid-torques do lugs faster, with less noise, and are the "right tool for the job".
@@rolandm9750 performance to weight stubby wins hands down. The less weight I need to carry the better. People can use what ever tool they want. There is a reason I only use m12 tools since performance to weight. I also have air tools if need be. So my set up works perfect for me.
I bought the 1/2 m18 high torque in an emergency and it just barely got 2 of my lug nuts broke free after about 45 seconds each before overheating and almost draining my 5ah battery on the 3rd. I wish it would have worked on my truck, be even cooler if the 12v could do it but I tried that one first (bought brand new just for the truck lugs) and it had no chance.
@@thereitroche1622yeah but are we talking regular truck or a semi truck. You use a 1" gun on a semi truck period. If you have some smaller consumer level truck, your lugs are so over torqued, it is insane and you need to buy a torque wrench
I've been waiting for this review and it didn't disappoint! As advertised and many said there was no way and it went 50 over!? Mines on order i can't wait to use it on the rigs. Great channel.
The old stubbies only hit 250ft with specific Sockets same with these need the correct size and weight sockets to hit them numbers But man these new stubbies are impressive
Na the old version hit 450ft lbs with 4.0 battery.. I bet with a 6.0 battery it would be incredible close between the two generations: ruclips.net/video/G2uBwusLKrw/видео.htmlsi=t3ncihIkBwv4uaJy
@@VintageEngineRepairs that testing video is with 33 mm Sockets Not with The average size socket used all over vehicles like a 17 or 24mm the torque is higher on a heavier socket
Wow just when I was thinking of getting the 1/2”. I know it probably doesn’t matter but I wonder what has more power, the 1/2” or the 3/8” with 1/2” adapter.🤔
Word on the street is Milwaukee has a patent pending for an m12 XC battery with a 3 pouch stack on the bottom and 3 18650’s in the handle. Wonder if it’s going to be released under the forge branding
Need that. I have a bunch of off brand Milwaukee batteries for lights and chargers and vacuums, but when I need the power or the force I use High outputs or forge when available. You can feel the difference
I put in a pre-order in with Ohio Power Tool after watching this video and some coverage from the 2024 Pipeline event showing the durability improvements made on the Gen-2. I like that they added a third planetary gear and strengthened the handle. And wow, it has some impressive performance. I'm excited for this one!
If you’re gonna have just one impact and it’s gonna be one of these stubbies what’s the consensus ? 3/8 or 1/2. If you have equal socket sets. I’m thinking 1/2 cause you can use a reducer for 3/8
I’ll wait a few months to see how reliable they are. I know with the gen 4 impact driver the teeth in the gears strip because they have been hardened too much, from factory.
Out of curiosity when I was replacing wheel hubs on my 2012 sierra 1500 I decided to see if the gen 1 m12 stubby could remove the axle nut. It can but I do not recommend using it for that at all.
Im not convinced the 3/8 drive is stronger than the 1/2. Socket weight plays a roll and youre using a 1/2 drive socket with an adapter welded on to it. Thats a decent amount of extra weight. I wanna see the same size sockets but in their own drives against each other
The 3/8" makes more torque in tests done by others as well. But you are correct about mass/inertia. But it's apparently the mass/inertia of the lighter anvil that allows it to make better numbers.
Re-watch the video he does put the 5.0 on the 1/2. It's also implied in the off-camera testing they thoroughly tested them multiple times and still had the 3/8 squeaking out the 1/2. TTC did a video on why this phenomenon is common on TTI-made impacts--the 3/8" often just slightly outperforming the 1/2.
That’s amazing for a 12v I think I might be getting one eventually even tho I got the dewalt dcf921 like a month ago. Not getting it anytime soon but maybe a Christmas’s present. For 150ft lbs difference I’m not in any hurry.
Could the difference in power from the 3/8 to the 1/2 be due to the weight difference of the sockets considering one was modified and likely now heavier?
Very cool, but I have had too many issues with the m12 tools I’ve bought so far, I’m done with Milwaukee. Glad to see them pushing the competition though
I would like to see if you only run the impact wrench for 5 seconds then another 5 seconds, if that would make a difference in its breakaway numbers. I find that sometimes works for me, but I don't have "Lab conditions" to test my theory if it is a fluke or common occurrence.
Sounds like the 3/8 is hammering faster, that could be why but who knows. impressive either way, I would add this to my collection. My Dewalt 923 for smaller stuff and the half inch version of this for Lugnuts.
To make sure you have all power of impact goes to nut you should "assist" to socket and maintain pressure on it so socket will be in contact with nut in the moment of impact. Otherwise most of power goes to just rotate socket in the air. As gap between socket and wrench bigger with 1/2 in comarison to 3/8 you have a different results
Shop tool review awesome video the Milwaukee always coming out with better tools. hey there's a question I want to ask you do you know also where I can get a drill operator rivet gun I believe I seen that on your show one time thank you for the review... 😎❤🙏🇱🇷✌.
The 1st gen stubby with a 6.0 on your channel broke 450 but failed 500 ftlbs and this new one broke 600 and failed 650. Good numbers but not “double the performance” like Milwaukee said. I wonder if the socket adapter handicapped this test?
Actually, the socket adapter gives it a bit more power. I have the 3/8 stubby, and when I move up to the 1/2 adapter, it's quite noticeable. That being said, I was still going to pick up a Dewalt DCF921 in 1/2 to try, but not anymore. Even though I can convert my 3/8 to 1/2, I'd like to have a dedicated tool. Plus, when using extensions, 1/2 hits harder than 3/8. Yes, I know I can still add an adapter, but sometimes when I'm working in a tight area, I want the smallest possible footprint. I may just pick up both. Having a 12V stubby hitting as hard as a mid-torque using that large socket is quite impressive. Check out this channel Ridgid midtorque review mentioning the bolts. I'm sure the Stubby can hit 650 or more with the smaller fastener if he can find one that can handle being torqued down beyond 600ft-lbs. Awesome little 12V 👍🏻
Double the performance on *rated numbers*. Problem is the old one was well underrated and the new one accurately rated. I don't think anyone was expected this would be breaking 900lb*ft, unless they were seriously misguided.
Problem is the torque required to remove a fastener is up to 40 percent less than the initial torque. And literally everything matters, even thread pitch can change the results.
@@rolandm9750 I was only really waiting for them to come out with a Tri Light version. For them to up the power numbers is a bonus🤙🏼people that don't use there's on the daily working on vehicles don't realize that the old stubby could pretty much easily remove 95-97% of most passenger vehicle fasteners using standard size sockets. Yup occasionally you run into some you need to move up to Midtorque/Hightorque level for removal, but now that may not be the case so much.
New Stubby means Clearance old stubby! Home Depot is blowing the old ones out for dirt cheap in kit form. Grabbed 2 sets yesterday and it ends up being like $60 per stubby impact when you account for the value of the battery and extra tool they give you for $179 total. Too good to pass up.
You are correct. I got two of the kits from HD online on July 25 2024 for $179.00 and got a free 99.00 tool that I returned so the kit ended up costing me about $116
I’m a roofer not a mechanic type . . . if these m12 aren’t for the tire guys all day, would one be acceptable as EDC/roadside kit in a 1/2t truck, SUV, utility trailer for swapping a tire when flat?
Love to see the first few who dip them black! It's interesting to see the difference in the 3/8 & 1/2 performance, I wonder if it's to do with the mass or velocity when moving that mass in rotation to break free..
Curious what the half inch in high output battery could do. Probably not much different but would be interesting either way. I think I’ll probably pick up the 3/8th. Already have a high torque half inch and all my 3/8th sockets get neglected
Great deal on the old model 1/2" M12 at Home Depot. As of 07-26-2024 you could get the kit with the Impact Wrench, charger, 4Ah and 2Ah batteries and soft case for $116.00 with a HACK! You had to order the kit online and then choose a free select tool. I chose the Hackzall with a value of $99.00 The trick or hack is you then return the "free" tool and get $63.00 back. So the impact wrench nets out at about $116.00 you got to love that
It sucks that you have to use a welded adapter with the 3/8". I feel like it does affect rhe results some. You should get some custom sockets made, like torque test channel did for their tests.
Honestly the original stubby was more than capable. This to me is more a feature upgrade of better lights and auto mode. The torque rating is irrelevant at this point because this is functionally a mid torque 18v, and it was established mid torques were already a niche category because automotive is usually under 300 and heavy equipment is well into the 1000+
Probably wouldn't break a half decent socket but the original has ruined a few of my gear wrench impact sockets. Anvil is so small they flare out the head any time the nut doesn't break away instantly.
I’m ordering the 1/2 next week for my birthday present to my myself.
Happy birthday yoo. May your stubby see some kickass nut bursting.
Me waiting for the 1/2 Stubby impact 550 ft-ibs tobe available for Los Angeles
Milwaukee is always taking my heart away
And our money
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That's insane power for those stubbies. No offense to other channels, but, at the end of the day, torquing down huge bolts and then busting them free is the only true way to assess nut busting power.
Tim Johnson out here doin' it again.
Charts are cool but agreed. Can it do the job yes/no
It's odd you guys consider specifically THESE bolts and nuts to be the true representation of torque to match what you see at home when even between his own bolts here they don't agree. On this same set up we see the 2953 impact driver also busting 550 ft-lbs free using a 1/4" adapter, a tool Milwaukee rates at 167 ft-lbs....
A mixture of new and old hardware every time, all torqued within an inch of its life - stretching more each time, no way to calibrate. Unless you have a DeWALT DCF921 side by side doing the same hardware at the same time, this is all just fun bolt busting. Not really measuring much.
Sorry, but it's not
Nope not even this is real. go let a truck drive for a couple years then go take off some nuts that got some rust on em that’s realistic 😂😂
torque test channel is best
Oh baby! New Milwaukee impact video lets go!!!!
BRUHHH 🤯 Milwaukee done it again. The stubby. A tool for EVERY man’s garage. 📈 I have the Gen1 3/8-1/2 and they amazing as it is.
the 3/8" impact usually makes more numbers (like seen in this test) because the motor has a lighter anvil to hit so it takes away less power and less force from the hammer
Ttc did show that, and it makes sense
I find it strange cause I have a weighted socket which hits way harder than a normal impact socket, so you would think heavier anvil breaks harder
Cant wait to get these bad boys. That’s serious power for 12V
What a beast for the weight!
I still have and love the first gen. It’s awesome!!!
My gen one still kicking that ass. When it comes to using power tools, the weight /power ratio is everything. Especially if using it all day to help fatigue.
That's awesome! The Stubby (gen 1 or 2) with an XC battery gets the work done, and it's so much nicer to hold a 3-lb tool rather than 8-10 lbs. And when you need it, you can grab that High Torque. Thanks for watching.
That is incredibly impressive that they more than doubled the torque. Pretty incredible. I’m sold lol. Will be picking up the 3/8”.
ive had my gen 1 3/8th stubby for years now, definitely a much needed upgrade
This is what a real upgrade looks like! Looking forward to mine!
I'm very happy with my gen1 stubby 3/8. I only use it for smaller stuff like covers and bash plates and trims and interior stuff etc. For more oomph I have my gen2 M18 mid torque for that.
For those wondering which one to get, choose the one that suits YOUR needs.
A gen 2 stubby will do basically everything A midtorque can do within reason. It's an effective 12v replacement for the compact and mid torque
@@james2042I carry a midtorque in my truck. I like that it runs off 18v batteries because I also have an m18 air inflator, m18 inverter and other 18v tools. Get whatever works for you. I like the size of the midtorque. It’s kinda big but not huge.
I have the m18 3/8th love it but sometimes it’s too big, but I don’t know if this new m12 could replace the power on the m18?
These have more power than Milwaukees Gen 3 M18 3/8th stubby impact wrenches. Impressive!
Thank you. One of the best " regular guy " testing and demonstration of these. Great video 👍
Wow 600 ft that is crazy from a M12 Stubby
I prefer the 3/8 for the stubby models. For higher torque i'd get the mid torque 1/2 drive. Thanks for posting a great video.
I’ve got the same set up. I use 1/2 inch in mid torque and big boy impact. I wonder if they are working on a new mid torque. If they do I’m getting it too 😂😂
1/2" Mid torque and 3/8" Stubby is the best one-two punch in their lineup IMO.
@@italianstallion399 yes sir 🔥🔥
While it CAN do 550/600. Its definitely a workout of it. Its still really impressive how easy everything looked 450 and under. Definitely enough for a stubby. I cant wait to get one in September
More like mid October
Love the new Feature on hoe to change speeds that is sweet
Wondering if the reason for the 3/8 to have more breaking power is because the socket has a little more mass to it?
Did you make a mistake with the 1/2" on larger fasteners at 600 ft/lbs? It looks like you were going in forward, not reverse for that test. Around the 14:30 mark.
You can 100% see the tool is in forwards
@@lucaskosty6305 I guess I’m glad I’m not the only one who noticed. Would like the test redone.
Yeah it’s def in forward
@@coryarnold8077 Test is busted!! 🤣
It's absolutely in forward. 😂
Going with the 1/2 since i already have the older 3/8 will be a good combination to have
Seems to be common that mileauke 3/8 drive tools put out more power then 1/2 great video as always @Shop Tool Reviews
I'd get the 3/8 just to use the Gear Wrench bolt extractor socket kit. I'd get the 1/2 just to tighten and break bolts.
Thats crazy that tiny m12 wrench makes ~750nm of blasting torque. That is mid-level territory of those long nose m18s. The previous version of that compact line had just half of this power and it often wasn't enough for some more stubborn bolts.
Just got the 1/2 today. Truck gave me a good deal on it, surprised the hell out of me.
Take my money!
What is the weight of the two different sockets? The heavier the socket the harder the hit.
Excellent video brother, thank you. All the graphs and numbers are fine but at the end of the day, busting actually nuts loose is what we want to see.
Not a big Milwaukee fan but I do love the stubby impact wrench. Used it for lag bolts, brake work , lawnmower blades. Lug nuts you name it. Have the newer 1/2 mid torque very seldom do I need it.
Now what we need is the old 3/8 with the new 3/8 both with 5ah HO battery comparison. Lets do it STR....
Checking your videos the old one had hit 500 ft-lbs and the new one now hits 600 ft-lbs.
I have the first gen and I’ve always felt like it was not quite enough for what I usually needed. I had to grab my 18v 1/2” mid torque half the time when I used it. So I ordered a new gen 2 and im selling my lightly used 1st gen for $100 to a new co worker.
I'm going to buy a 1/2 model for brake jobs. Might get the 3/8 if i like the 1/2 enough.
Wouldn't recommend the 3/8 not because bad tool just anvil size is so small they flare out the head on all of my gear wrench sockets.
If I'm not mistaken I think it was the M18 Fuel Compact Impact Wrenches the 3/8 inch outperformed the 1/2 drive in loosening and fastening torque. You are by far my favorite channel and most trusted.
We appreciate the kind words, we really do. It was actually the M18 FUEL Gen 2 Mid-Torque that the 3/8" outperformed the 1/2". Thanks for watching.
We need to compare new versus old stubbies
Just go look at the old videos of the 2554/2555 (there's 2-3 videos I think). STR typically got them to break around 450, so this is doing over 100lb*ft more.
@@rolandm9750 Thanks
@@rolandm9750 that was with 4.0 batteries, this video is running 6.0 battery’s. I bet they’d be incredibly close if he used 6.0 battery on the older generation.
I've been A Dewalt, guy for a very long time, but after looking at your video, I've been thinking of making of getting this inpack, just wouldn't want to have, different battery and chargers,
Nice video ! I was going to order the 1/2 and use an adaptor to 3/8 I use more 3/8 on all my stuff so makes more sense like you say
Ill disagree my M12 stubby can break 95% of all the lugnuts of the vehicles I work on. I love it since it provides the power I need in a small size.
They'll break most lugs sure but the problem is *when* they do it and how. Even older mid-torques will absolutely *zip* most lugs off without that much impacting. The Stubby/compacts need to impact a bit and rattle around making noise a few seconds and then the lug comes off. It's a difference in how much work the tool has to do and how much noise gets made---the torque levels being hit *on the curve* . If you look at TTC's tests you'll see the old Stubby (they haven't tested the new one yet) takes about *7s* to reach 200lb*ft, something most mid-torques reach in only 2s in the same testing/dyno.
Also I don't see the point of using a stubby/compact on lugs when you typically have unlimited space. You're free to do what you want of course, but mid-torques do lugs faster, with less noise, and are the "right tool for the job".
@@rolandm9750 performance to weight stubby wins hands down. The less weight I need to carry the better. People can use what ever tool they want. There is a reason I only use m12 tools since performance to weight. I also have air tools if need be. So my set up works perfect for me.
I bought the 1/2 m18 high torque in an emergency and it just barely got 2 of my lug nuts broke free after about 45 seconds each before overheating and almost draining my 5ah battery on the 3rd. I wish it would have worked on my truck, be even cooler if the 12v could do it but I tried that one first (bought brand new just for the truck lugs) and it had no chance.
@@thereitroche1622yeah but are we talking regular truck or a semi truck. You use a 1" gun on a semi truck period. If you have some smaller consumer level truck, your lugs are so over torqued, it is insane and you need to buy a torque wrench
Old geezerz love giving unwarranted warnings backed by “trust me”. Why would a 550 ft lbs device not work with lug nuts ???????
Dewalt...snap on...
Milwaukee fired back and did it extremely well. With both battery platforms
They should make a second gen right angle impact with more torque
WOW! Awesome 👍🏼
I've been waiting for this review and it didn't disappoint! As advertised and many said there was no way and it went 50 over!? Mines on order i can't wait to use it on the rigs. Great channel.
The old one will do 550 ft lbs with the 4.0 batteries so it’s not really that much of a difference would like to see the old one with the new 5.0
Kinda funny when you tested the Hercules 1/4 impact you went to 550 on the bigger bolts why didn’t you do that on this test?
The old stubbies only hit 250ft with specific Sockets same with these need the correct size and weight sockets to hit them numbers But man these new stubbies are impressive
Na the old version hit 450ft lbs with 4.0 battery.. I bet with a 6.0 battery it would be incredible close between the two generations: ruclips.net/video/G2uBwusLKrw/видео.htmlsi=t3ncihIkBwv4uaJy
@@VintageEngineRepairs I been using the gen 1 stubbies since they came out in real world use never had them go above 250 which is there rating
@@VintageEngineRepairs that testing video is with 33 mm Sockets Not with The average size socket used all over vehicles like a 17 or 24mm the torque is higher on a heavier socket
Could the reason that the 3/8 inch is breaking nuts with more torque is that with the adapter welded to the socket you have more mass
That AND the 1/2" was in forward at 14:30.😂
Wow just when I was thinking of getting the 1/2”. I know it probably doesn’t matter but I wonder what has more power, the 1/2” or the 3/8” with 1/2” adapter.🤔
Adapters eat avLOT of torque.
...& he had the 1/2" in forward at 14:30.😂
Milwaukee all the way from brushed to brushless gen 1-4 for me and adding on 👍
I orderd the 3/8 and can't wait to try it
Word on the street is Milwaukee has a patent pending for an m12 XC battery with a 3 pouch stack on the bottom and 3 18650’s in the handle. Wonder if it’s going to be released under the forge branding
Need that. I have a bunch of off brand Milwaukee batteries for lights and chargers and vacuums, but when I need the power or the force I use High outputs or forge when available.
You can feel the difference
I put in a pre-order in with Ohio Power Tool after watching this video and some coverage from the 2024 Pipeline event showing the durability improvements made on the Gen-2. I like that they added a third planetary gear and strengthened the handle. And wow, it has some impressive performance. I'm excited for this one!
If you’re gonna have just one impact and it’s gonna be one of these stubbies what’s the consensus ? 3/8 or 1/2. If you have equal socket sets. I’m thinking 1/2 cause you can use a reducer for 3/8
The 1/2" was in forward at 14:30.😂
I’ll wait a few months to see how reliable they are. I know with the gen 4 impact driver the teeth in the gears strip because they have been hardened too much, from factory.
literally my go to lug ripper. What am I supposed to use?
Just sold my older stubby. I actually had a brand new and a slightly used one. Used it mostly for tapcons.
As a wise RUclips technician would say ......... "mother of pearl"
Took the words out of our mouths. lol. Thanks for watching.
Why is bolt removal mode a dubbed down speed? Surely we want maximum impact & full power to crack the bolts?
Out of curiosity when I was replacing wheel hubs on my 2012 sierra 1500 I decided to see if the gen 1 m12 stubby could remove the axle nut. It can but I do not recommend using it for that at all.
Im not convinced the 3/8 drive is stronger than the 1/2. Socket weight plays a roll and youre using a 1/2 drive socket with an adapter welded on to it. Thats a decent amount of extra weight. I wanna see the same size sockets but in their own drives against each other
The 3/8" makes more torque in tests done by others as well. But you are correct about mass/inertia. But it's apparently the mass/inertia of the lighter anvil that allows it to make better numbers.
The torque test channel did a whole video on this it's worth a watch
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He had the 1/2" in forward at 14:30. 😂
I would like to see the porter cable 1/2 inch high torque and mid torque torque tested
I would like to see the size difference between the new m12 stubby the m18 mid torque...
Would like to see the 1/2 with the 5.0 battery. The 6.0 is nice but is a step behind.
Re-watch the video he does put the 5.0 on the 1/2. It's also implied in the off-camera testing they thoroughly tested them multiple times and still had the 3/8 squeaking out the 1/2. TTC did a video on why this phenomenon is common on TTI-made impacts--the 3/8" often just slightly outperforming the 1/2.
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At 14:30, the 1/2" was in forward. 😂
That’s amazing for a 12v I think I might be getting one eventually even tho I got the dewalt dcf921 like a month ago. Not getting it anytime soon but maybe a Christmas’s present. For 150ft lbs difference I’m not in any hurry.
Could the difference in power from the 3/8 to the 1/2 be due to the weight difference of the sockets considering one was modified and likely now heavier?
Very cool, but I have had too many issues with the m12 tools I’ve bought so far, I’m done with Milwaukee. Glad to see them pushing the competition though
With this new stubby do you really need the mid torque?
I would like to see if you only run the impact wrench for 5 seconds then another 5 seconds, if that would make a difference in its breakaway numbers.
I find that sometimes works for me, but I don't have "Lab conditions" to test my theory if it is a fluke or common occurrence.
Sounds like the 3/8 is hammering faster, that could be why but who knows. impressive either way, I would add this to my collection. My Dewalt 923 for smaller stuff and the half inch version of this for Lugnuts.
I think the 3/8 owners like myself were praying more umf for our 3/8's than the 1/2 hence the outcome lol! Can't go wrong with either imho.
Im going to wait for the 1100 version, ill give my son the week ass 250 version for his Lincoln logs
To make sure you have all power of impact goes to nut you should "assist" to socket and maintain pressure on it so socket will be in contact with nut in the moment of impact. Otherwise most of power goes to just rotate socket in the air. As gap between socket and wrench bigger with 1/2 in comarison to 3/8 you have a different results
Shop tool review awesome video the Milwaukee always coming out with better tools. hey there's a question I want to ask you do you know also where I can get a drill operator rivet gun I believe I seen that on your show one time thank you for the review...
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The 1st gen stubby with a 6.0 on your channel broke 450 but failed 500 ftlbs and this new one broke 600 and failed 650. Good numbers but not “double the performance” like Milwaukee said. I wonder if the socket adapter handicapped this test?
Actually, the socket adapter gives it a bit more power. I have the 3/8 stubby, and when I move up to the 1/2 adapter, it's quite noticeable. That being said, I was still going to pick up a Dewalt DCF921 in 1/2 to try, but not anymore. Even though I can convert my 3/8 to 1/2, I'd like to have a dedicated tool. Plus, when using extensions, 1/2 hits harder than 3/8. Yes, I know I can still add an adapter, but sometimes when I'm working in a tight area, I want the smallest possible footprint. I may just pick up both. Having a 12V stubby hitting as hard as a mid-torque using that large socket is quite impressive. Check out this channel Ridgid midtorque review mentioning the bolts. I'm sure the Stubby can hit 650 or more with the smaller fastener if he can find one that can handle being torqued down beyond 600ft-lbs. Awesome little 12V 👍🏻
Double the performance on *rated numbers*. Problem is the old one was well underrated and the new one accurately rated. I don't think anyone was expected this would be breaking 900lb*ft, unless they were seriously misguided.
Problem is the torque required to remove a fastener is up to 40 percent less than the initial torque. And literally everything matters, even thread pitch can change the results.
To be fair. The first gen is only rated for 250. At least they are consistently under rated instead of over.
@@rolandm9750 I was only really waiting for them to come out with a Tri Light version. For them to up the power numbers is a bonus🤙🏼people that don't use there's on the daily working on vehicles don't realize that the old stubby could pretty much easily remove 95-97% of most passenger vehicle fasteners using standard size sockets. Yup occasionally you run into some you need to move up to Midtorque/Hightorque level for removal, but now that may not be the case so much.
My DeWalt stubbys still do pretty good, I'll wait till they make a new one
New Stubby means Clearance old stubby! Home Depot is blowing the old ones out for dirt cheap in kit form. Grabbed 2 sets yesterday and it ends up being like $60 per stubby impact when you account for the value of the battery and extra tool they give you for $179 total. Too good to pass up.
You are correct. I got two of the kits from HD online on July 25 2024 for $179.00 and got a free 99.00 tool that I returned so the kit ended up costing me about $116
@@bkee62 Insane deal. Wish I bought more of them.
I’m a roofer not a mechanic type . . . if these m12 aren’t for the tire guys all day, would one be acceptable as EDC/roadside kit in a 1/2t truck, SUV, utility trailer for swapping a tire when flat?
Love to see the first few who dip them black! It's interesting to see the difference in the 3/8 & 1/2 performance, I wonder if it's to do with the mass or velocity when moving that mass in rotation to break free..
It's a very small difference, but it does show in the testing. Thanks for watching.
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At 14:30, you had the 1/2" in forward. 😂 oops.
Curious what the half inch in high output battery could do. Probably not much different but would be interesting either way.
I think I’ll probably pick up the 3/8th. Already have a high torque half inch and all my 3/8th sockets get neglected
3/8 is the netter buy. Get the mid and high tq for 1/2"
Would have liked more of a comparison with the old one rather then comparing the 3/8 to 1/2"
Absolutely agree
WOW! 💯💪Both are considerably a beast. Like a honey badger 🦡
A great test is to check rotation speed of 3/8 VS 1/2, I assume that a larger objects take longer to make a full rotation? Great review as always.
A new surge would be awesome
The ol' Surge has been around a while. People that love them, love them a lot. They are definitely quieter and easier to hold. Thanks for watching.
The only thing I hate on the m12 impacts is the vibration cause the battery the intermittently disconnect.
Youre supposed to use 5.0 high output batteries
Great deal on the old model 1/2" M12 at Home Depot. As of 07-26-2024 you could get the kit with the Impact Wrench, charger, 4Ah and 2Ah batteries and soft case for $116.00 with a HACK! You had to order the kit online and then choose a free select tool. I chose the Hackzall with a value of $99.00 The trick or hack is you then return the "free" tool and get $63.00 back. So the impact wrench nets out at about $116.00 you got to love that
When is the release date I can't seem to find it ? I know you can pre order
Bagaimana dengan mesinnya ? Coba dibongkar dan dibuat perbandingan antara stubby old generation dengan stubby new generation .
Thank you, great review!
It sucks that you have to use a welded adapter with the 3/8". I feel like it does affect rhe results some. You should get some custom sockets made, like torque test channel did for their tests.
It also sucks that the 1/2" was in forward at 14:30. 😂
.....that doesn't help.
I love my existing stubby but this is so ridiculously powerful I’ll be looking for deals on the 2562-20 😂
Wondering why the Canadian release of this tool has been pushed back to 2025 ??
Yup prefer the button
Weigh both sockets. Does the 3/8 socket weight more or less? Thats def a variable that I'd be investigating
3/8 weights less .
How do u know? With the added weight of the adapter that he welded to it I'm thinkin it might weigh more@@deleon3139
Even with the half inch adapter welded on? I still wanna see them on the scale
Honestly the original stubby was more than capable. This to me is more a feature upgrade of better lights and auto mode. The torque rating is irrelevant at this point because this is functionally a mid torque 18v, and it was established mid torques were already a niche category because automotive is usually under 300 and heavy equipment is well into the 1000+
would these be fine to break the lugs on a f150 twice a year?
Actually have the 3/8 on pre-order. Kinda wondering if it'll BREAK sockets ? Hoping not but cant wait to find out.
Probably wouldn't break a half decent socket but the original has ruined a few of my gear wrench impact sockets.
Anvil is so small they flare out the head any time the nut doesn't break away instantly.
The 1/2" was in forward at 14:30 as well. I'm sure the 1/2" would've gotten it lose if it was in reverse. 😂
Why don’t you recommend this for lug nuts? Just curious. Thanks
I have every small impact like this they will not take off more than 150-200 ft lbs tighten lug nuts facts
Has the battery issue been fix ? Charger killed the battery 3/4 lights mine has maybe had 10 chargers on the 5mh
Nice job👍