Description
Yato cordless plastic welder 18V, body only (YT-824483) is a cordless hot stapler for repairing cracks and fractures in plastic parts. The body-only model is supplied without a battery and charger, and it uses slide-on batteries of the Yato 18V system.
The unit heats the metal staple fitted in the heating holder in about 3 seconds to a maximum of 500 °C. The hot staple is melted into the plastic across the crack, binding the edges of the crack together and reinforcing the repair. After cooling, the excess part of the staple is cut off, and the surface can be sanded and filled.
The power source is an 18 V Li-ion slide-on battery, so the welder works without mains power or a cable. According to the manufacturer, one charge of a 2 Ah battery heats at least 500 staples.
The power of the welder is 60 W, with insulation class III and its IP rating is IPX0. The unit switches off automatically after about 15 seconds of continuous use, and it has overload protection. The staples come in four shapes for outside and inside corners, straight cracks, and large and curved cracks.
Uses and suitability:
The Yato cordless plastic welder 18V, body only, is designed for repairing cracks in thermoplastic parts with shaped staples. A suitable battery and charger are the Yato 18V Li-Ion battery and Yato battery charger 18V 2.2A, and for finishing the repair, the Yato cordless random orbital sander 18V 125 mm, body only.
- Plastic vehicle parts: Cracks in bumpers, wings and other plastic parts are stapled from the inside, after which the outer surface can be sanded, filled and painted.
- Outside and inside corners: Corner staples (shapes a and b) suit cracks at corners and edges.
- Straight and curved cracks: Shape c is used for small straight cracks and shape d for large or curved ones.
- Plastic housings, boxes and furniture parts: The unit suits plastic parts where the crack can be bound with a staple without separate adhesive or filler rod.
Package contents:
- Plastic welder 18 V (body only)
Battery and charger are not included.
Features:
- Fast heating: The staple heats up to a maximum of 500 °C in about 3 seconds.
- 18 V battery operation: Slide-on batteries of the Yato 18V system; at least 500 staples per charge of the 2 Ah battery.
- Four staple shapes: Outside corners, inside corners, small straight cracks, and large or curved cracks.
- Automatic switch-off: The welder switches off after about 15 seconds of continuous use and can be restarted after about 3 seconds.
- Overload protection: After the protection trips, work continues once the unit has cooled down.
- Work area lighting: Light on the repair area.
- Protection class III: Battery-powered tool operating on safety extra-low voltage.
Technical specifications:
- Voltage: 18 V DC
- Power: 60 W
- Maximum operating temperature: 500 °C
- Staple heating time: approx. 3 s
- Automatic switch-off: after approx. 15 s of continuous use
- Battery type: Li-Ion
- Batteries included: no
- Charger included: no
- Number of staples per charge: at least 500 (2 Ah battery)
- Work area lighting: yes
- Switch: yes
- Protection class: III
- IP rating: IPX0
- Staple insertion depth in holder: 2–3 mm
- Operating temperature: +10…+38 °C, relative humidity below 70%
- Application: repairing cracks and damage in plastic parts with shaped staples
- Compatible batteries: Yato 18V Li-Ion (YT-828461…YT-828465)
- Compatible chargers: YT-828498…YT-828504
User instructions for the Yato cordless plastic welder 18V, body only:
Read the original user manual before use. Always change staples with the battery removed and the unit cooled down.
- Battery: Charge the Yato 18V battery with the charger intended for it before use.
- Choosing the staple: Choose the shape according to the crack: a for outside corners, b for inside corners, c for small straight cracks, d for large or curved cracks.
- Fitting the staple: Push the ends of the staple into the holes of the heating holder to a depth of about 2–3 mm.
- Fitting the battery: Slide the battery into the battery slot contacts first until the latch locks.
- Stapling: Press the switch all the way down and wait about 3 seconds. Press the hot staple into the plastic across the crack to the required depth and release the switch.
- Removal: Wait 5–10 seconds and pull the welder away slowly so that the staple stays in the material. If necessary, support the staple with the side cutters.
- Finishing: Once the plastic has cooled, cut off the excess part of the staple with pliers, remove extruded plastic with the knife and smooth the surface.
- Maintenance: Remove the battery and let the unit cool down. Clean the housing and ventilation openings with a dry cloth, a brush or compressed air at max. 0.3 MPa without chemicals.
Warnings:
- Burns: The staple, heating holder, metal parts and the plastic being repaired are hot during and after use; wear heat-resistant gloves.
- Safety glasses: Wear safety glasses while stapling.
- Fire hazard: Do not use the unit near flammable materials or in an explosive environment.
- Ventilation: Work in a well-ventilated area; do not cover the air intake openings.
- Moisture: IP rating IPX0, not for rain, bathrooms or near water.
- Cooling: Let the unit cool down by itself before storage; do not speed up cooling.
- Children: Children must not use or play with the unit.
- Batteries: Use only Yato 18V system batteries and chargers; do not short-circuit the battery terminals and do not use a damaged battery.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ):
Are a battery and charger included with the Yato cordless plastic welder 18V body-only model?
No. A Yato 18V system battery and charger are purchased separately for the body-only model; the same welder is also available as a set with a battery, charger and staples (YT-824482).
How many staples can be heated on one battery charge?
According to the manufacturer, at least 500 staples with a 2 Ah battery.
Which staple shape is used for which crack?
Shape a for outside corners, b for inside corners, c for small straight cracks and d for large or curved cracks.
Why does the welder switch off during stapling?
The unit switches off automatically after about 15 seconds of continuous use. It can be restarted after about 3 seconds. If the overload protection trips, the unit must be allowed to cool down.
Can the repair be sanded and painted?
Yes. Once the plastic has cooled, the excess part of the staple is cut off and the surface smoothed, after which the area can be sanded and filled.
Recycling instructions:
The Yato cordless plastic welder 18V, body only, is electrical and electronic equipment (crossed-out wheeled bin symbol). At the end of its life, take the device to WEEE collection, not to mixed waste. Return Li-ion batteries separately to a battery collection point with the terminals protected; a damaged battery must not be transported normally. Sort the packaging by material into cardboard and plastic collection.
