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Rigid x5 combo kit $399

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Jul 17th, 2021 12:25 pm
Madstinge [OP]
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Jul 17th, 2021 12:25 pm

Rigid x5 combo kit $399

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$399
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$198
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RIDGID 18V Lithium-Ion Cordless Combo Kit (5-Tool) w/ (2) 4.0 Ah Batteries, 18V Charger & Contractor's Bag

Found this on sale at, the bowmanville location. Had plenty in stock but online shows limited/no stock everywhere near me.
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Jul 17th, 2021 3:38 pm
Inno
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Jul 17th, 2021 3:38 pm

applesauce999 wrote: ↑ Nope. It's the older GEN5X or whatever
Gen 5X is the relatively newer brushless line, as opposed to the older X4.

Octane is also brushless.
Jul 17th, 2021 3:46 pm
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Jul 17th, 2021 3:46 pm

Inno wrote: ↑ Gen 5X is the relatively newer brushless line, as opposed to the older X4.

Octane is also brushless.
Would brushless better?
Jul 17th, 2021 3:59 pm
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Jul 17th, 2021 3:59 pm

jacky190424 wrote: ↑
Would brushless better?
Brushless is better but for the weekend warrior, brushed is fine.
What's in your wallet?
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Jul 17th, 2021 4:17 pm
jacky190424
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Jul 17th, 2021 4:17 pm

The $179 set is newer than this set?
Jul 17th, 2021 4:57 pm
Inno
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Jul 17th, 2021 4:57 pm

jacky190424 wrote: ↑ The $179 set is newer than this set?
Both sets are brand new in box of course. You could compare the performance specs for the drill and impact driver in each set as stated in the product details, to see if there's any significant difference in power or features. (rpm, in-lbs., etc.)
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Jul 17th, 2021 5:19 pm
jacky190424
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Jul 17th, 2021 5:19 pm

Spawk1028 wrote: ↑ Brushless is better but for the weekend warrior, brushed is fine.
Actually what's brushless
Jul 17th, 2021 5:35 pm
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Jul 17th, 2021 5:35 pm

jacky190424 wrote: ↑ Would brushless better?
Tools without brushes are preferable because there are no brushes to wear out and need replacing, i.e. less repairs/maintenance.

Power tools with brushes are older technology.
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Jul 17th, 2021 6:01 pm
jacky190424
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Jul 17th, 2021 6:01 pm

It's a great lesson to learn in power tools.

If the $179 set (brushless) the drill is hammer drill then it would perfect.

I am going to return this old Gen5X set. Although it's cheap but I like the $179 built quality way more.

May I know would the $179 one the drill (non-hammer) about to drill concrete
Jul 23rd, 2021 12:53 pm
Inno
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Jul 23rd, 2021 12:53 pm

applesauce999 wrote: ↑ I dunno. This says it's not brushless. https://www.protoolreviews.com/trades/f ... iew/13558/

I think they do have a brushless version labeled GEN5X as well, but it specifically says so on the box/product page
Here a pic of one of my Brushless Gen5X tools. It's part of the $125 multi-tool set from about 5 years old (impact driver, hammer drill, circular saw, angle grinder, etc.)
IMG_20210723_121101.jpg
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Jul 23rd, 2021 1:13 pm
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Jul 23rd, 2021 1:13 pm

jacky190424 wrote: ↑ Actually what's brushless
Brushless refers to the construct of the motor.

Motor comes in either brushed or brushless form. The 'brush' in older motor design refers to the electrical contact that passes electricity to the commutator (the actual centre part of a motor that forms the electric magnet...and turn). Brushed motors are energy inefficient because of this contact point...it rubs against the commutator as it's turning. This has friction and produces heat, also, brushes wears down over time, and require brush replacements.

Brushless motors on the other hand, has the electric magnet on the outside, and the perm magnets are placed with the centre rotor. This means the electric magnet doesn't need to spin, and so only stationary electrical contacts are needed. Hence 'brushless'.

Those who have played any R/C toys would know this, too... brush replacement is quite an often maintenance exercise.
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Jul 26th, 2021 10:26 pm
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Jul 26th, 2021 10:26 pm

Inno wrote: ↑ Here a pic of one of my Brushless Gen5X tools. It's part of the $125 multi-tool set from about 5 years old (impact driver, hammer drill, circular saw, angle grinder, etc.)

IMG_20210723_121101.jpg

some of the gen5x combo kits were brushless, and then rebranded to octane once the octane batteries were ready (they were late)

this kit is brushed. look at the photo where it says "Gen5x motor technology". fancy dancy words for NOT brushless.
Jul 26th, 2021 10:45 pm
Jafaking
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Jul 26th, 2021 10:45 pm

Would rigid be better than ryobi? New home owner and would need to buy some tools soon.

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