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Milwaukee 8988-20 Variable Temperature Heat Gun

Milwaukee 8988-20 Variable Temperature Heat Gun

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Brand: Milwaukee
Category: Home Improvement

List Price: $284.00
Buy New: $141.99
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Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars 6 reviews
Sales Rank: 2702

Media: Tools Hardware
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 11.9 x 11 x 4.5

MPN: 8988-20-AMZ
Model: 8988-20
UPC: 045242063031
EAN: 0045242063031
ASIN: B00005Q7B0

Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours

Features:
  • Ceramic encapsulated heating element for maximum tool life
  • LED Digital Readout Display shows present temperature in increments of 10 F
  • One hand operation with lightweight and easy grip handle
  • Upright stationary use with pads on back cap and lower handle
  • Limited warranty

Accessories:

  • Advanced Tool Design Model ATD-8016 100 Ft., Power Block, 14/3, SJTW Extension Cord

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
Includes Variable Temperature Heat Gun, 90 F-1,050 F, w/ Digital Display - 8988-20, Product Manual


Customer Reviews:   Read 1 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars outstanding product   August 29, 2008
G. Defenbaugh (Humid Houston, Texas)
I had never used a heat gun to remove paint, but now this heat gun is what I turn to first. I have layers and layers of paint to remove from trim on an older house and this heat gun does a great job.


5 out of 5 stars Well made and precise tool - worth the money   October 18, 2007
O (Milwaukee,WI)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Well built, reliable, does what it's supposed to. The LCD temp gauge is great. Heats up fast, vertical built in stand is nice.


5 out of 5 stars Awesome   September 30, 2007
L. Wise
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

The heat gun is very nice and works great! Gives you a wide temperature range. And the digital readout is perfect, the tool should have come with a case to protect it.


5 out of 5 stars Excellent Heat Gun - Highly Recommended!   November 20, 2006
M. J. Nicholas (Brighton, Colorado USA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful

I bought this heat gun primarily for heat shrink tubing, which it does nicely and it beats using an open flame for this task. I also ordered the 3/8", 9/16" and hook nozzles for the unit. br / br /I found another use I hadn't intended...soldering wire to an automotive rocker switch. Soldering electronic components is not my strong point, and my little soldering iron just couldn't handle a lousy 1mm piece of rosin core solder, a 3/16" terminal tab and 18GA wire. I put on the 3/8" nozzle, cranked up the heat, soldered away, and then cooled the switch down with the gun's air only blower. Worked great! br / br /The gun heats up rapidly, and cools down quickly too. The tripod base is stable, which was a great surprise considering the top heavy nature of heat guns. This allows one to use two hands to manipulate the work piece if need be. br / br /I would like to see Milwaukee make a few minor improvements; but this is splitting hairs on an excellent heat gun. A longer throw switch would make setting temperatures easier. A switch to display the temperature in degrees F or C would be nice, and a case would be helpful. br / br /Best of all was that the tool was made in Switzerland and the nozzles in Germany. I was so happy NOT to see the evil "Made in China" label.


5 out of 5 stars Rugged Industrial Quality   December 24, 2004
Tyler Slade (NY, NY)
18 out of 22 found this review helpful

This heat gun is ultra fast-to-heat-up and stays put at your set temperature because of its high-tech thermo-reactive properties. It has an ultra-accurate, cool-looking, bright green temperature LCD display on a black background, which makes it visible in the dark. It is located in the ergonomically correct location (on top). Three different air-flow settings allow for ultimate control and air pressure/heat ratio exertion. br / br /The intuitively-designed shape includes separate temperature control (by 10 degree increments) and fan speed control buttons. Unlike most variable guns, the integrated stand allows for a fully erect stance--when needed--with optimally located trigger controls located side-by-side on the handle. br / br /The double-insulated, ceramic-encapsulated heating element is safe and efficient. If you vaporize herbal substances such as tobacco using a heat gun, you want a ceramic core so that it doesn't give off toxins. Moreover, this product has a stunning five-year warranty, partially because ceramic heating elements last longer. br / br /I highly recommend this item to everybody ranging from heat gun novices to legendary heat gun users. It has great controls, a sturdy feel, and a long warranty to back its obvious integrity. Enjoy the control of a professional product with luxury features. A lot of thought went into the multi-faceted, ergonomic design and I am a proud owner. br /