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.