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Astro Pneumatic Tool PRN516 Quick Change Review

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Revainrating 2 out of 5  
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2.0
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Details

MaterialOther
Fastener TypeRivet
BrandAstro Pneumatic Tool
Item Dimensions LxWxH9.56 x 8.46 x 2.28 inches
Item Weight3.5 Pounds

Description of Astro Pneumatic Tool PRN516 Quick Change

Two different mandrel sizes provided with each tool. Quick change mandrel system. 600 RPM with a 5/16" (8mm) capacity. Forward and reverse actions for quick operation. Adjustable power, dial in regulator setting for specific rivet nut sizes and compositions.

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Type of review

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Expensive to run

Do not use standard screws/bolts. The included adapter requires you to buy their screws, which are expensive, especially when you consider how often they break and the delivery time. Our store now stocks many cheaper handguns that you can find here at Revain that you can trade in for screws from your local hardware store.

Pros
  • Stylish and modern design
Cons
  • Long delivery time

Revainrating 1 out of 5

I'm waiting for parts. for tools and equipment

It doesn't have enough power to make stainless steel. It screws into the rivet nut, it doesn't pull so it can damage the threads. The first 8 rivets broke the 5/16 screw, I'm waiting for the parts. This is not a very high quality tool that breaks easily. You have to wait for the parts manufacturer, screws wear out and break.

Pros
  • Simple design
Cons
  • Exorbitant price

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Added new four letter words

After trying for many hours to get this thing to work I finally had to give up. Out of about 30 rivet nuts only 2 if you are ready to install properly. If you're up for the frustrating effort of trying to poke loose rivets and want to invent new four-letter words, then buy this product if you can't stay away.

Pros
  • Very good price
Cons
  • Some little things

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Save money on riveting

I bought this tool for tight spots where my hand lever tool won't fit. The tool seems well made, but it doesn't work by pulling, it just rotates, so it's like just tightening a screw in a rivet. It works if you can prevent the nut from spinning, but good luck with that. Endless frustration and you'll still be using the old bolt/nut/washer method to install the rivet, so keep your money.

Pros
  • Weight
Cons
  • So So