Metabo Corp.    West Chester, PA 19380 4243
Apr 13, 2004 Model KHE-D28 D-handle rotary hammer provides consistent speed between load and no-load, making it suitable for through-drilling and anchor setting as well as light chiseling in masonry materials, steel, and wood. The 8.2 A motor provides force of blows of 0–2.5 J at 0–4,600 blows per min, and no-load rpm of 1–1,000. Drilling capacity is 1-1/8 in. in concrete, 1-9/16 in. in wood, and ½ in. in steel. Gooseneck steel gauge facilitates drilling depth accuracy.

Snap-on Industrial    Kenosha, WI 53141 1410
Mar 12, 2004 Model PH3050 employs dual elastomer cushion that displaces and absorbs energy rather than transmitting it to user's hand. Heavy piston and 3 in. stroke delivers harder blows. Four-position air regulator allows flexibility in selecting proper air flow. At 4 different settings, hammer can strike 1,740-2,460 blows/min. Replaceable brass inlet filter protects hammer from damaging debris and multi-port direct exhaust keeps air away from work area.

Metabo Corp.    West Chester, PA 19380 4243
Jan 12, 2004 Model BHE22 features 5.2 A motor and quick-change, 3-jawed keyless chuck system that allows operator to rapidly install accessories. It incorporates 360° adjustable rubber-coated side handle and large knob that enables operator to change from percussion with rotation drilling to rotation only. Tool offers drilling capacity of 7/8 in. in concrete, 1 3/16 in. in wood, and ½ in. in steel. Force of blows is 0–2.1 joules at 0–4,600 bpm and no-load speed is 1–1,000 rpm.

Bosch Rexroth Corp., Corporate Headquarters    Hoffman Estates, IL 60192-3707
Sep 24, 2003 Model 11250VSR, ¾ in. Bulldog® SDS-plus® Rotary Hammer incorporates rotating brush system that provides same power level in reverse and forward. With 6 A motor, unit operates at speeds to 1,350 rpm in rotation-only mode. In rotary hammer mode, unit offers up to 6,000 bpm and 1.4 lb-ft of impact energy with each blow. Additional offerings include SDS-plus tool holder system, integral clutch, ergonomic pistol grip handle, and variable speed trigger.

Vaughan & Bushnell Mfg. Co.    Hebron, IL 60034
Jul 23, 2003 Solid Steel Blue Maxâ„¢ Hammers include Shock-Blokâ„¢ vibration-absorbing insert made of hickory and laminated rubber in hammer's head. Fiberglass Blue Maxâ„¢ Hammers feature high-impact overstrike guard and shock-cushioning hollow core handle. Both are offered in 19 oz head weights with straight handles, while hickory-handled hammers come in 19 or 23 oz with curved or straight handles. All include Head Startâ„¢ magnetic nail-holding notch capable of starting 16 d and 20 d nails.

Stanley Works, The    New Britain, CT 06053
Apr 02, 2003 FatMaxâ„¢ Over-Strike Framing Hammer incorporates steel-forged, heat-treated head with waffled face design; rim-tempered chamfered edge; and over-strike steel protection plate that protects shaft from wear while reducing handle breakage. Axe-style handle design offers balanced swing and leverage, while contoured handgrip reduces handle slippage. Product is 22 oz size and comes with checkered face.

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.    Brookfield, WI 53005 2550
Mar 20, 2003 Model 5327-21 combines 11 A motor and hammering mechanism to deliver 3,400 blows per minute. Push-in, quick-change bit holder allows for fast, easy bit changes, and lock-on trigger means switch does not need to be held ON. Electronic Feedback Control Circuit provides soft start and maintains power under load. Tool is double insulated and has heat shield over barrel for operator comfort. Impact resistant carrying case can hold up to 23 in. long bits.

ATP, Division of Hy-Tech Machine, Inc.    Cranberry Township, PA 16066
Nov 06, 2002 Ergonomic Light Weight Chipping Hammer features closed grip handle that locates operator's hand and arm in-line with chisel for maximum effectiveness and operator comfort. It is offered in 2, 3, and 4 in. stroke versions, with either round or hex chisel bushings.

S-B Power Tool Co. (Skil/Bosch)    Chicago, IL 60646 5925
Jul 19, 2002 Models 11241EVS SDS-max and 11248EVS Spline are 1 9/16 in. units powered by 11 A motors. They provide 1,700 to 3,300 bpm operating at 0-170 to 340 rpm. Models 11240 SDS-max and 11247 Spline are 1 9/16 in. units powered by 10 A motors that provide 5.2 ft-lbs of impact energy, 400 rpm, and 3000 bpm. Combination Dual Mode Selector converts each unit from rotary hammer to hammer only. Models 11388 SDS-max and 11387 Round Hex Demolition hammers have 10 A motor with 5.9 ft-lbs of impact energy at 2,800 bpm.

Vaughan & Bushnell Mfg. Co.    Hebron, IL 60034
Jun 21, 2002 Ti-Tech(TM) titanium hammer with interchangeable steel striking caps now offers caps with Head Start® magnetic nail-holding notch. Nail holding cap permits one-handed hammering in hard to reach situations. Offered with milled or smooth striking faces, multi-tasking hammer can switch from rough framing to finished carpentry. Weighing 16 oz, Ti-Tech combines lightness of titanium with toughness of steel.

Metabo Corp.    West Chester, PA 19380 4243
Jun 18, 2002 UHE 22 and UHE 28 Multi Hammers allow users to switch from drilling, percussion drilling, or no-rotation hammer operations. Applications include drilling hole in steel or wood, drilling anchor holes in concrete or brick, or chiseling concrete or brick. Two speed gearbox provides 0–1050 or 0-2900 rpm no-load speed on UHE 22, and 0-950 or 0-2600 on UHE 28. Both tools have electronic controls, safety clutch, and quick-change three-jawed keyless chuck.

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.    Brookfield, WI 53005 2550
Jan 29, 2002 Models 5359-21 (3-wire grounded) and 5360-21 (double insulated), 1-1/8 in. SDS Rotary Hammers feature 7.4 Amp motors. Hammer-with-rotation mode lets tool drill small dia holes into concrete or masonry. Rotation-only mode turns off tool's hammering action for drilling in wood, metal, or plastic. Hammer-only mode is for light chipping and chiseling. Rotary hammers operate at 0-980 RPM and 0-4,200 BPM, and have variable speed switches.