Many tradespeople see the end of the financial year as a good time to upgrade their power tools. Bunnings national power tool buyer, Barry Murphy has shared some insights on the latest industry developments.

Cordless v Corded

Advances in technology over recent years have seen a major shift towards cordless tools.While corded tools are often less expensive, cordless tools offer valuable flexibility and are easier to manoeuvre through homes or building sites. With cordless power tools available in a range of voltages and the most common being 12 Volts and 18 Volts, continuous technological improvements also means that many cordless tools such as screwdrivers, chainsaws and drills are now as powerful as their corded counterparts.

Brushless v Brushed

Advancements in motor technology have seen many power tools now featuring brushless motors, which are electronically controlled and boast longer run-times and greater torque than brushed models, while still delivering the power needed to tackle the hardest jobs. Maximise your Power with Lithium Ion Technology To maximise your power, choose power tools that are compatible with lithium ion rechargeable batteries which last longer than regular batteries, produce maximum power and can be recharged at any time.

Designed for comfort

Progressions in technology has also seen ergonomic factors such as weight distribution, grip and padding come to the fore to make tools more compact and lightweight. These design improvements mean you can work on the tools all day without fatigue while still allowing full and consistent control.