I have been thinking of getting myself FLEX FX1351 impact drivers for like a good 2 months. Even though a ton of people said that it was a good piece of equipment, I was still sceptical.
Still, I had to get a replacement when my last impact driver broke down 3 days ago. Let’s take a quick peak into its performance and features.
I also made a short video which shows how the Flex FX1351 impact driver can be used in different ways. You can watch this video below.
On the video, I showed how to use it to drive a hexagon head screw and a star head screw into wood. I also use it to drive a big metal bolt into wood and drill into concrete.
A Quick FLEX FX1351 Impact Driver Review
Whenever I get a new tool, I just look at its ease of use and how it feels when I hold it in my hands. Needless to say, I was more than happy to grab this piece for the first time.
However, its grip and all the bling around its sleek design wasn’t good enough to sway me right away.
So, I started by using a screw to drill into a wooden plank. Believe it or not, I didn’t have to spend more than 10 seconds.
Now, for the next test I got myself a cement block. Here, you should also make sure that the bolt quality is good enough. Otherwise, the impact driver will either bend the bolt or outright break it.
The best part about this tool is that it has multiple modes. So, if you’re anything like me, you’ll prefer the fact that you can adjust the power and speed accordingly.
The FLEX FX1351 Impact Driver holds a perfectly designed handle for full ease and precision over extended use periods.
The placement and the angle of the LED light is also perfect to let you peak into small crevices and spaces when working in poor lighting.
Lastly, the removeable battery ensures for a light weight design where you don’t have to worry about cords getting in the way.
Flex FX1351 Tool includes these technical details:
| FLEX FX1351-2A Impact Driver Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Collet | 1/4 in Hex, 1/4 po Hex, 1/4 pu Hex |
| Max RPM | 3,400 |
| Max IPM | 4,000 |
| LED | Yes |
| Battery | 24V Lithium-Ion |
| Max Torque | 1,800 in-lbs (203 Nm) |
| Motor | Brushless |
Also, warnings about how to use the Flex FX1351 impact driver are also mentioned on its sides.
It features clear signs that you need mouth and eye protection to keep yourself when busy in the DIY projects.
Installing Any Bit Into FLEX FX135.
As you can see in the video, the chuck is pretty easy to work with. I just had to extend the chuck to pop in the bit after the chuck got loose.
From there, spinning the impact driver automatically tightened the chuck around the bit.
Next up you’ll also notice that the bit is perfectly secured in place. You can see that the bit isn’t going anywhere even when I run it at full speed.
Also, the weight of the impact driver is pretty reasonable at 1.54 lbs even when it has a battery attached.
How to Use FLEX FX1351?
A fully charged 24V battery prevents work interruption because low power causes problems.
Before working with the 1/4-inch hex collet you need a suitable driver bit that must be correctly inserted into place. Set tool speed settings based on both forceful power tasks and precise delicate work.
The guide explains all steps to prepare and operate the item:
- Start the application with both hands firmly secured on the Impact driver.
- Line up the driver bit straight with the screw thread before placing it centrally on the target location.
- Start the driver tool by gently pulling its trigger guard control. Keep an eye on its progress during operation.
- The driver needs to move seamlessly during its work under a light hand touch from the user.
- Excessive disturbance to the screw causes stripping so end your trigger push when the screw finishes its installation path.
