When it comes to your projects, tools are nearly always the first things on your mind. “What do I need in my tool box or on the back of my truck to finish the job” However, success also means ensuring that your body is able to handle the rigors of a day’s labor. Enter Festool’s ExoActive Exoskeleton (EXO 18 HPC 4,0 I-Plus).
According to Festool’s reps, this is the solution for tired arms. So, will this unit keep you working longer? Let’s explore its performance and design features to find out.
Festool ExoActive Exoskeleton Performance and Design
Simply put, the EXO 18 HPC 4,0 I-Plus boosts and prolongs your arm strength during extended overhead jobs. We’re talking about tasks like wallpapering, painting, drywall installation and sanding, and the list goes on.
Festool has a great concept going here, and, quite honestly, the moment I laid eyes on the ExoActive Exoskeleton, my car’s armrests came to mind. That is, if my armrests could actually move with my arms, providing support while extended.
In total, Festool says that it reduces the strain on your upper torso (namely your shoulders) by up to 30%.
Specs
- Model: Festool EXO 18 HPC 4,0 I-Plus
- Battery: 18V (4.0Ah)
- Support force: 50 Newtons (per arm)
- Weight: 15 lbs
Driving the EXO 18 HPC 4,0 I-Plus is an 18V (4.0Ah) battery that provides an impressive 50 Newtons of support force (per arm). That equates to roughly 11 pounds.
According to Festool, the ExoActive Exoskeleton’s battery should give you anywhere from 1.5 to 5 hours runtime.
Essentially, this unit fits like an ultra-supportive backpack. Furthermore, you can adapt the EXO 18 HPC 4,0 I-Plus to your height simply and quickly thanks to a series of adjustment options. Festool tells us that you can make these adjustments using the ExoActive Exoskeleton’s controller, which features a backlit digital display.
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Festool EXO 18 HPC 4,0 I-Plus Price
The Festool ExoActive Exoskeleton sells for $3,495 and comes with a 3-year wear-and-tear warranty.
