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Posted by Incubus on June 24, 2007, 8:29 am
Thanks guys,
That paving expert website was really useful.
Looks like I won't be buying that plate compactor - It says for a type 4
drive I need at least 60Kn of force but the B&Q beasty only provides
10Kn. Guess there was a reason for it being cheap then!
Cheers,
John.
Incubus wrote:
> Guys,
>
> I'm thinking about doing my own driveway this month and have laid down
> about 2 inch of type 1.
>
> I need to compact it and was thinking of hiring a plate compactor at
> about £45 per week.
>
> However, just been along to my B&Q and they have a Hulk plate compactor
> for £160.00. I was thinking I might buy it instead of hiring as I've got
> a few more jobs lined up that I will need a plate compactor for.
>
> I don't have a clue if this sounds any good:
>
>> Compaction Force 10 kN
>> Spark Plug NGK BPR8ES
>> Engine type 4 Stroke OHV Single Cylinder
>> Speed 3800 min
>> Engine Power 2.4 hp
>> Plate working area Length 400 mm
>> Width 320 mm
>> Vibration 48 m/s2
>> Usage time 20 min
>> Sound Power Level
>> (LWA) 101 dB(A)
>> Fuel type Unleaded (86 octane or higher)
>> Fuel capacity 2 litres
>> Maximum dimensions
>> in operation Height - 1020 mm
>> Width - 320 mm
>> Length - 1290 mm
>
> Does anyone know if this looks any good for the use I am wanting it for?
> Also, what is usage time all about. It said it was rated at 20 minutes.
> What does this mean; 20 min before filling the tank again or 20 mins
> then give the plate a rest?
>
> Any guidance on this would be much appreciated.
>
> Cheers,
>
> John.
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