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This year, they've extended that out-of-the-box thinking to impact drivers, with the Litheon "Impactor", and it is another jaw-dropper.

Impact drivers are smaller and lighter than cordless drills, but because they have a simple hammering function and are geared specifically to spin fast, they produce about three times the torque of a drill. This means an impact driver will put in screws, bolts, and other fasteners much faster than a drill would (especially in sheet metal). They can drill holes, too. What they won't do is drill holes bigger than 1/2 inch, but they'll handle just about any job a homeowner or contractor would do around the house.

In size and feel, the Impactor is very much like the Pocket Driver. It's small and light enough to fit into a drawer. Hitched to your belt, you could carry it around all day and barely notice the weight, although it looks so cool, you're definitely going to want to keep taking it out. With the three LED lights on the front, Bosch has not only made sure this thing doubles practically as a spare flashlight, they've really solidified the space-age ray gun look, making the Impactor pretty hard not to pull it out just to play with. With the hammer action on top of the respectable 10.8 volts of power however, this can do even more than the Pocket Driver could. We used it to drive screws through sheet metal and 3/8-inch bolts into pine. It wasn't as fast as 14.4- or 18-volt models, but it got the job done well enough to make this a truly all-purpose tool

The lithium ion batteries also have the advantage of staying charged when they are not used, which makes them great for tools that get left in drawers for long periods of time between uses. --Tod Harrick

From the Manufacturer

Delivers 60% more torque than an 18-volt drill/driver and fits in the palm of your hand.

Integrated 3-LED worklight.

About Bosch Litheon
Bosch continues to push the boundaries of cordless at both ends of the voltage spectrum with Litheon, the industry's most advanced lithium-ion battery technology, professionals will continue to benefit from innovative, powerful, long-lasting and comfortable tools, such as the new 10.8-volt Impactor.

About the PS40-2 Impactor
The innovative new ultra-compact 10.8-volt Litheon Impactor Fastening Driver (PS40-2) is the world's smallest and most lightweight impact driver. It delivers 60% more torque than an 18-volt drill/driver, but at 6-inches tall by 6-1/2-inches long and 2.2 lbs, it is less than half the size of an 18-volt NiCad impact driver. A high-performance Bosch motor and all-metal gears produce 1,800 RPM and 3,000 BPM and turn the powerful hammer and anvil system to deliver 800 in-lbs. of torque. For a full range of professional fastening applications, including self-tapping screws, nuts and bolts, lag bolts up to 5/16-inches and more, the PS40-2 is sized to fit in any tool belt pouch or pocket and be productive all day long.

Loaded with Features
A bright 3-LED work light specially positioned in the nose of the tool effectively illuminates any work area. A hex quick-change chuck allows for instant changes from drill to driver bits. A sensitive variable speed trigger offers optimal control over speed for varying applications, while the tool's superior ergonomic design, which includes soft-grip, adds to user comfort over long periods of time.

Bosch PROVANTAGE Warranty
Like all Bosch cordless tools, the new Impactor is also covered under the industry's most reliable tool protection plan, PROVANTAGE™. Registering is absolutely free, affords users two-years of battery replacements in the event of a failure, one-year tool replacement and eligibility for additional special promotions.

What's In The Box: Bosch Litheon 10.8-volt Impactor (PS40-2) Fastening Driver, two (2) 10.8-volt Litheon batteries, 10.8-volt 30-minute battery charger

The Bosch Story
About 70 years ago Bosch had the idea of making the smallest possible electric motors to power handy power tools. Over the years Bosch has powered nearly every type of hand tool. Today's range comprises more than 1,000 different products for trade, industry, and do-it-yourselfers. The product range also includes accessories such as drill bits and saw blades, as well as gardening appliances.