Induction bolt heater - worth it?

[PetroleumJunkie412]

Looking at one of the induction bolt heaters on them there internet...

Anyone have one? Worth the $400? Pros? Cons?

 

[Uncle Gump]

I know @Snoranger uses one...

$400 is north of the ones I was looking at.... it must be a dandy.

I can see it being a pretty handy arrow to have in the quiver.

 

[lil_Blue_Ford]

Yeah, I’ve thought of getting one for when a torch isn’t exactly practical because of burnable things near where I need the heat

 

[holyford86]

They're really handy for where you need to make metal nearly melt without fire, I use one regularly, highly recommended.

 

[fastpakr]

Definitely on my list. Lots of options online that appear to be passable for about $150.

 

[85_Ranger4x4]

I really want one. I really need one to replace the seat belts in my truck.

After that I don't know how much I would use it.

 

[Snoranger]

I use mine all the time. I really only use the torch to cut metal and catch things on fire. I use my Mini-ductor to heat seized bolts and nuts.

 

[holyford86]

I really want one. I really need one to replace the seat belts in my truck.

After that I don't know how much I would use it.

You find uses, they're handy, I've even used one to form some round rod before.

 

[Curious Hound]

I bought a 1600watt one. Not impressed yet for the few times I've tried it. It did work. But maybe doesn't get as hot as I want. Or maybe I'm not using it right.

I really want a good torch setup.

 

[PetroleumJunkie412]

The one in question:

https://a.co/d/0jm1HFW9

Spendy? Yes. Made in USA? Yes.