I’ve seen better wheels on models I’ve rented so not the best design, however, they still do the job, you might just need a bungee cord to hold them up when not in use. In general, bigger is better but some of the larger ones can be perhaps a little too heavy for lighter aggregates. Plate compactors are used when you need even and smooth ground for sub-base preparation such as mot-1 or other hardcore that needs to be compacted.

However, larger plates require larger engines to power them and larger and heavier units to propel them forwards. To give a comparison between this and a petrol alternative, this produces 5kN of compact force while a similar sized petrol model produces around 10kN of compact force, that’s half. Klarna use this information to keep you up to date on any payments or refunds that are due, so it’s important the details you provide us with are correct. A high vibration frequency (5,700 vibrations per minute or so) is good for compacting thin layers of material, while lower vibrations are best for thicker material as they travel deeper into the ground. The Altrad Belle PCLX12/40E is a lightweight, low Hand-Arm Vibration (HAV) 110v Electric Plate Compactor providing high performance compaction across all materials making this ideal for indoor use or areas with poor ventilation.I have personally used wacker plates in the past to lay a sub-base with MOT-1 before laying concrete pads for pallets. Powered by an electric motor this machine is very quiet and because no harmful fumes are emitted it is ideal for use in enclosed spaces. This model is one of the best compactors we reviewed and can reach a speed of 40m/minute and has an impressive compaction force of 900kg, making it perfect for car parks or larger jobs where you want to get the job done quickly. It’s a brilliant piece of kit though, you just have the power cord to contend with, it’s 10 meters though so gives you plenty of reach and nothing an extension cord can’t fix. The considerable fuel tank ensures long continuous operation for the petrol engine, and it also features a removable throttle control to use on either side.

Let me give you a little tip, add a 20kg bag of sand to the top of the compactor to give it that extra weight because this is then almost comparable to a petrol model weight-wise and still works great. Whilst standard wacker plates operate in forward direction only, our forward / reverse plate compactors can operate in both directions. A versatile tool, it can flatten your landscape and create a professional foundation ready for a shed, greenhouse, block paving, or garden paving.Although the operation of compactor plates is quite simple, there are still some features to consider to find the best model for your needs. More recently, this electric Evolution Hulk Electro Compressor has proved useful for smaller home projects, for example, laying a dolomite base before laying paving stoves for a greenhouse or shed base. This electric-powered plate compactor is ideal for surface preparation when the evenly compacted ground is required and suitable for sub-base preparation, sand, gravel, crusher run, soil, small aggregates, patios, block paving, driveways, pathways, and tarmac repairs.

Now for the specs, it has a travel speed of 5m per minute, not that this means a lot in the real world. Also known as: Plate Compactor, Vib Plate, Vibration Plate, Ground Compactor, Wacker Plate and Whacker Plate. Particularly efficient when compacting pavestones and saves about 70% energy costs compared to a gasoline-powered alternative. W olf 8200N Petrol Compactor 79cc Vibrating Wacker Plate – A great petrol pick for small and medium-sized jobs. It’s also much quieter being electric, great if you have neighbours that might overwise complain about the noise.

The Easy Fit paving pad is for you to use when finishing a patio or block paving job so this is handy, and it comes with it. A compaction plate is often used in construction projects to prepare the ground for paving or laying down concrete.

Further information regarding Slice It including terms and conditions and Standard European Consumer Credit Information you can find here for the United Kingdom. The robust, high quality design of these vibrating plates allows them to perform to the highest standards, to give you solid and reliable compaction results on site and at home. If you want your investment to be a long-lasting one and not just something that looks nice in the garden for a few years before rusting away, then there are certain things you need to consider.No officer, employee or agent of Evolution Power Tools is authorised to make oral representations of fitness or to waive any of the foregoing terms of sale and none shall be binding on Evolution Power Tools. All the controls are within easy reach on the handle so you don’t have to take your hands off and reach across to slow or stop the compactor. This Hyundai Wacker Plate is for those who have serious landscape projects to accomplish outside their home and even for light commercial use. So being that it is lighter without a bag of sand, it’s not exactly designed to do this, you just need to do slightly thinner layers and a couple more passes.