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Air Tools

JCB air tools deliver the sustained power and torque that electric tools cannot match in professional workshop environments. The range covers air ratchet wrenches in 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch drive for engine bay and access work, 1/2-inch air impact wrenches delivering 1200–1450Nm for wheel and suspension work, 3/4-inch impact wrenches at 1800Nm, and 1-inch heavy-duty air impact wrenches with 2000–4000Nm working torque for the largest agricultural, commercial and industrial fastening tasks. All operate at 90 PSI working pressure and require a suitable compressor — check each tool's CFM requirement before purchase. The JCB air tool range is used in professional automotive workshops, tyre fitting operations, agricultural engineering and heavy plant maintenance.

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Buying Guide

Air tools require a compressor rated to deliver sufficient CFM (cubic feet per minute) at 90 PSI working pressure. The CFM rating is more important than tank size — a large tank on an undersized compressor will still cause pressure drop during continuous use. Air ratchet wrenches (1/4 and 3/8 drive) are compact and suited for fast removal of smaller fasteners in confined spaces — JCB's air ratchets consume approximately 2.7 CFM at 90 PSI. 1/2-inch air impact wrenches for wheel and suspension work consume up to around 7 CFM (the JCB-RP9510 1450Nm). 1-inch heavy-duty wrenches consume significantly more — check the air consumption figure on each tool's spec sheet and size your compressor accordingly. Always run the correct size impact sockets with air impact wrenches — never use standard chrome sockets with impact tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

What compressor do I need for a JCB air impact wrench?

1/2-inch air impact wrenches require approximately 5-7 CFM at 90 PSI. 1-inch heavy-duty wrenches need a more powerful compressor — check the specific tool's air consumption rating. A 50-litre+ tank with a 2.5-3hp motor handles most 1/2-inch wrench applications.

What is the maximum torque of JCB air impact wrenches?

JCB 1/2-inch air impact wrenches deliver 1200–1450Nm. JCB 1-inch heavy-duty air impact wrenches deliver 2000–4000Nm working torque depending on model. The range is designed to cover light automotive work through to the heaviest agricultural and industrial fastening.

What is the difference between an air ratchet and an air impact wrench?

An air ratchet uses continuous rotation for fast removal of smaller fasteners — typically 36–68Nm, suited for removing engine components, smaller nuts and bolts in confined spaces. An air impact wrench uses hammering impacts for very high torque — suited for wheel nuts, suspension fasteners and large agricultural equipment.

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