Speedheater Review: 1100 vs Cobra - A Comparison
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- Опубликовано: 1 окт 2018
- Follow along as we review the popular Speedheater brand, infrared paint stripping tools - The Standard 1100 and the Cobra. We'll describe the differences, and the type work to which the two are best suited. We'll also include the "hands-free" attachment for the Speedheater 1100 - The InfraRed Rack Kit.
For more info on Speedheater products, check out the Eco-Strip website here - www.eco-strip.com?aff=3
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00:05 - [ Intro ]
0:20 - [ Cobra and 1100 Overview ]
01:30 - [ Speedheater Cobra Demo ]
02:20 - [ Speedheater 1100 and InfraRed Rack Demo ]
04:45 - [ Scrapers, PPE and Lead Paint Safety Overview ]
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Great channel. Lots of really good info for old house owners like myself. I bought the 1100 about 9-10 years ago and it has done lots of nice work. But that Cobra looks like a great addition, especially when working windows and moldings around exterior door. After watching you in action I'm gonna add the Cobra to my tool chest. Cheers.
@Flix thanks for the feedback! Hey, Eco-Strip is currently running $50 off the Cobra till 31 May...additionally, if you pop over to our store we have another $10 off with coupon code FIX10
myoldhousefix.com/shop/
We also have a large Facebook group - facebook.com/groups/myoldhousefix/
I much prefer working with Sandvik Bahco scrapers, which have replaceable TC blades.
They really rip well into the paint.
Ty for the video!
they are good, I use their 1" triangle. I like the Speedheater scrapers due to their heavy design and ability to clear the clumps of paint, instead of smearing under the blade. They must be kept sharp, though...
How is the power draw on these two devices? Will I be ok to run a normal extension cord for outside work that's not near a receptacle? Should I be concerned about the cord overheating with prolonged use?
Hi Cole great questions! I've stripped our entire exterior and much of the interior, with no issues. The Cobra runs about 6A/700W. The Standard 1100 runs about 9A/1100W.
For more details check out the info here. We also have exclusive coupons -
$10 off Cobra(FIX10)
$15 off 1100(FIX15)
myoldhousefix.com/shop/
Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge. I was really asking which one to buy, for sash windows/doors and on site frames. Not whole panels like you for now.
hi, based on your current needs I'd opt for the Cobra 👍
@@myoldhousefix cheers mate!
@@ikust007 you're welcome! I think Eco-Strip still has a sale running for a little while longer
www.eco-strip.com/?aff=3
@@myoldhousefix yup they do but i am in Canada... ;(
@@ikust007 I believe they will make a few exceptions to Canada, as some of my Canadian Facebook Group Members have Speedheaters...hit up Catherine Brooks or her assistant Maria and they can work something out after you checkout 👍
It might be a little more for shipping...
I know this is an old video, but I wonder if anyone has used the 1100 on shingles? I see videos of clapboard, but I wonder if there are any additional challenges or problems using this product on shingles? I'm thinking mostly of the scraping part of the work. I realize the heat will work the same on the wood.
Hi Luke, yes the heat will work the same amd will likely cover 2 shingles per pass. You are also correct in thay the biggest difference will be the scraping - a little more tedious.
Either way hand-holding of the tool will also get heavy and laborious. Have you seen our hands-free accessory?
ruclips.net/video/xYMN2PqBQvc/видео.html
So you do this with lead paint? Or you would normally wear your respirator?
Also, what's the process for indoor?
Hi Courtney, yes any paint, especially lead, since it doesn't vaporize it like a heat gun.
I discuss the Personel Protective Equipment (PPE) at the end if the video.
And the usual precautions we talk about in the FB Group - quarentine the inside work area with a zip-wall, fan in window to pull negative pressure in the room, HEPA mvac to clean up, etc...
With these precautions your lungs and rest of your house will stay clean!
Curious about the red stripes under the lip of each clapboard?
Hi Jay, well I actually removed about 90% of the original clapboard on this wall, rehabbed it in the shop, back primed, and reinstalled. It had been a bit cut up from a non-historical addition we removed, so I had to recut the boards to make them look rigjt again..
Hello Chris, I have been using the 1100 for a few years and it is fantastic. However, the arm assembly that I purchased from speed heater is clunky. In my current application the arm will not work. You mentioned below to Charlie about you rack system. Did you do a video or parts list for this? Please let me know.
Hi Daniel, I'm actually going into production for a new bracket assembly prototype I just built. It features a quick release locking mechanism unlike the one I an using here. Aside from the bracket assembly, you only need about $65 more in Lowes/Home Depot parts ( rail, roller, rod, etc). If you are interested in a prototype (fully assembled, but bracket is unpainted) I can give you the link to my store. It also comes with a parts list for the rest that you can local purchase.
@@myoldhousefix Yes Chris that would be great. I am finishing my garage now but have a lot of clapboard area on my house that needs to be done. Thanks.
@@danielpence6928 hey, I'll pop it back on my store with an availability of 1 in stock...check it out, and if you like it, I'll give you the same deal as CD -$79.99. Then you just need about $65 more for the rest (locally). I'll provide that list too.
@@myoldhousefix Thanks Chris. I just purchased. Ship when you get time.
Chris, Also, if you have any tips about sharpening the Speedheater scrapers I could use a little help. I have been using a bastard #5 file which helps but does not bring it to the original sharpness. In it's place I have been using the Stortz scrapers from Philadelphia. They have performed well, and are a bit easier to sharpen, but I still like the profiles of the Speedheater brand. Thanks.
Seems like the Cobra would be faster overall. Smaller surface area but much faster heat up. A race is in order😉
Thats a good idea!!!👍
Can you comment on the rack assembly? Is this something you made or bought? If you made it, can you please provide details on your build? Thanks for your video!
Hi Charlie, I made this one from Lowes and Home Depot parts...Im currently finalizing the design with some improvements, and will be publishing the parts list, assembly instructions, and video in late July...so stay tuned. Drop me your email and I can put you on distro 👍
Charlie, I sent you an email with more info👍
@Charlie Davis hey, how you liking the rack system with they bracket?
@@myoldhousefix I haven't used it yet but I have attached the speedheater to the bracket and everything fits together nicely. Once I get my track system mounted to a wall and start to use the complete system, I'll come back and provide some additional feedback. Thanks!
@@charliedavies7210 awesome! Hey, if you want to install some easy stops in the track, drill a 1/4" hole at each end - 1" from end. Drop in a fully threaded 2.5" bolt, and snug up a wing nut. This will keep your roller from falling out. 👍
Thanks for the honest demonstration. Myself im not impressed, seems just as fast using a 20$ heat gun. I know its a little " dangerous " but im pretty confident in my skill level. Wouldnt recommend it for a novice, but what novice strips a whole house ?
Hey, thanks for watching! Thats true, and I always recommend that if you dont have larger jobs to do, I wouldnt make the investment. However, speed aside, there are 2 major safety differences between infrared heat and forced air heat guns:
1) Fire hazard: While no tool is 100% safe, infrared heat radiates and operates at about 450°, and only heats the work surface.
Heat guns on the other hand usually operate from 500-1800°. To makes matters worse this super heated air is then forced into wall opening and cavities, easily starting a fire, especially where paper insuilation is involved. I'll post a link to a side by side test.
2) Lead vaporization - back to the operational temperature - 450° vs 500-1800°. Lead paint vaporizes around 800°, so you are much more likely to vaporize lead paint with a heat gun. I dont take the risk. And with both I always wear a respirator, because any dist and smoke is bad for the lungs in my opinion.
Dear My Old House Fix,
Has anyone had any experience using a belt sander to sharpen Speedheater blades?
I've had zero luck with Emery cloth and their sharpening kit. I use a gold flat file to dress the back side of the blade and dress the front angles as needed. I also have a local guy that sharpens blades. So when mine get really dull, I take them to him.
@@myoldhousefix Thank you for your response and your video on the Speed Heater. I have some peeling paint that has to come off a house that was built in the early 40s (southern exposure) I have a Speed Heater and now will have the Cobra soon. Do you have a good source for a respirator or replacement cartidges?
@@hokimocus you're welcome! Check out our page over on our resource website. - myoldhousefix.com/cool-tools/
@@hokimocushey, if you are doing a lot of exterior work, we also have a Rack System that allows hands free heating while you scrape, for the 1100
@@hokimocus if you are interested, our InfraRed Rack Kit launches next week. It has extra capabilities in addition to the Arm attachment...
it's too bad the rack system doesn't have an automized motor that would allow it to traverse along the rail then stop wherever you set it. Would allow it to basically bake the paint off a huge strip while you strip alongside. Would be super efficient.
thats a good idea, but would increase the cost a bit to automate and add rollers to the guards. Here's the production version...
myoldhousefix.com/product/infrared-rack-kit/
Are these guns a fire hazard like regular heat guns are?
Hi Eron, while no heat tool is 100% fire safe, infrared (Speedheater- 450°) is much safer than radiant (heat gun-1000°+). For example, Speedheater has a video with both against a work surface with a piece of paper behind it. The heat gun burns the paper...Seppeheater does not. Have you seen it?
Heres the video - ruclips.net/video/B-qYlwQpT0A/видео.html
i bought a Speedheater because the videos made it look like all the paint comes off without too much resistance down to the bare wood. HA! Despite linseed and multiple passes the old lead based and oil paint has a death grip at the base. Latex comes off without much resistance. Good luck
As you can see in the videos, it does work well when the tool is used properly. Let's see if we can figure out your issue and help. I assume you have an 1100.
How long are you heating the work surface for - the recommended 30-45 seconds?
How are the side guards adjusted? If adjusted all the way down, the surface won't get hot enough. Remove the 4 screws from the two side guards and shorten the tool standoff. The closer the tool, the better it will heat. Note - don't adjust it all the way down on top of the surface as it needs an air gap to prevent tool overheating
Outside temp - is it cold out when you were paint stripping?
As you can see in the videos, it does work well when the tool is used properly. Let's see if we can figure out your issue and help. I assume you have an 1100.
How long are you heating the work surface for - the recommended 30-45 seconds?
How are the side guards adjusted? If adjusted all the way down, the surface won't get hot enough. Remove the 4 screws from the two side guards and shorten the tool standoff. The closer the tool, the better it will heat. Note - don't adjust it all the way down on top of the surface as it needs an air gap to prevent tool overheating
Outside temp - is it cold out when you were paint stripping?
cobra is very quick
it sure is...it throws some serious heat! 🔥