Manual drills offer unmatched flexibility, precision, and reliability crucial for specific aircraft manufacturing tasks. Now, electric technology can transform such operations to bring all the benefits to aerospace factories.
Quality & process control
Electric tools are setup and controlled easily. Settings can be applied to help ongoing use of the tools such as, a constant drilling speed and controlling cutter lifetime.
Health & Safety
- No more hoses
- Quiet factory
- Adjustable max torque level.
- Now at your reach
Sustainability
Factories are striving for carbon neutrality. With an X ratio compared to its pneumatic counterpart, and with thousands of units in the factories, moving to electric will helps achieve ambitious CO2 reduction targets.
Key facts about the XPB range
Secure quality
Constant drilling speed and 2-step trigger
Health & Safety
Better ergonomics with lower noise levels and vibrations
Flexibility
No air hose means full freedom of movement
Application focus
From 100 to 6000 rpm, a wide range of output and fitTi, al, CFRP
XPB-M
The smart platform
One tool for all manual operations
Replace X manual tools by one single XPB (drilling / Reaming / Countersink / Temporary fasterner installation / Frangible collar installation... Automatic head recognition with RFID technology unlimited number of heads per tool
High performance motor
Easy maintenance Same motor as XPB-One range
Health & Safety
Perfect balance Ergonomic handle Low sound levels
Cycle counter
Control tool maintenance and cutting tool lifetime
Wide range of heads dedicated to each application
Covering various applications all information embedded in each head Easy tool rebelancing Up to 6 pset embedded in each head Fully customisable heads
2 trigger options
Two-step trigger, perfect for pointing and drilling Progressive trigger = the more you press, the faster it gets
Operator feedback
Large colour display for pset selection and customisable information Integrated smart lighting Two adjustable sets of LED OK/NOK reporting on tihgtening
Go electric
High performance Desoutter standard batteries Two battery positions for better accessibility
One tool for all manual operations
Replace X manual tools by one single XPB (drilling / Reaming / Countersink / Temporary fasterner installation / Frangible collar installation... Automatic head recognition with RFID technology unlimited number of heads per tool
High performance motor
Easy maintenance Same motor as XPB-One range
Health & Safety
Perfect balance Ergonomic handle Low sound levels
Cycle counter
Control tool maintenance and cutting tool lifetime
Wide range of heads dedicated to each application
Covering various applications all information embedded in each head Easy tool rebelancing Up to 6 pset embedded in each head Fully customisable heads
2 trigger options
Two-step trigger, perfect for pointing and drilling Progressive trigger = the more you press, the faster it gets
Operator feedback
Large colour display for pset selection and customisable information Integrated smart lighting Two adjustable sets of LED OK/NOK reporting on tihgtening
Go electric
High performance Desoutter standard batteries Two battery positions for better accessibility
Full modularity with a wide range of heads
We offer a selection of crowfoots which can be combined with a 90° or 110° angle head. A patented indicator confirms that the attachment is correctly engaged, saving time and ensuring safe operation.
XPB-One
The right tool for the right job
Several models to adapt to each application
Powerful and light
400W - 0.54hp 0.9kg - 2 lbs* *without battery
Tool balance
Perfect drilling position Winglet for operator comfort
Speed change
Easy speed modification via XPB config software
Quality focus
Constant speed for optimum drilling parameters
Tool output options
3/8"x24 threaded output to adapt any accessory (chuck, contersink cages...) JT1 output for better run-out accuracy Standard Quick Release system to adapt all Desoutter pneumatic QR head
Two trigger options
Two-step trigger. Perfect for pointing and drilling Progressive trigger = The more you press, the faster it rotates
High performance battery
Remove air Hose Compatible with all Desoutter products Two battery positions for balance and ergonomy
The right tool for the right job
Several models to adapt to each application
Powerful and light
400W - 0.54hp 0.9kg - 2 lbs* *without battery
Tool balance
Perfect drilling position Winglet for operator comfort
Speed change
Easy speed modification via XPB config software
Quality focus
Constant speed for optimum drilling parameters
Tool output options
3/8"x24 threaded output to adapt any accessory (chuck, contersink cages...) JT1 output for better run-out accuracy Standard Quick Release system to adapt all Desoutter pneumatic QR head
Two trigger options
Two-step trigger. Perfect for pointing and drilling Progressive trigger = The more you press, the faster it rotates
High performance battery
Remove air Hose Compatible with all Desoutter products Two battery positions for balance and ergonomy
XPB range
Features overview
Discover our full range
XPB One
Ergonomic and wireless, Desoutter’s XPB One battery drill gives you complete control and freedom. Featuring adjustable speed, a progressive trigger, fast brushless motor, and powerful L-ion battery for constant speed, the XPB One is designed for unrivalled ergonomics with low vibration and noise making it the perfect choice for standard drilling and fastening
XPB Modular
Ergonomic and wireless, Desoutter’s XPB Modular Advance battery drill gives you multiple heads choice and program selection for complete control and freedom. Featuring an embedded display, RFID technology, adjustable speed, a progressive trigger, fast brushless motor, and powerful L-ion battery for constant speed, the XPB Advanced is designed for unrivalled ergonomics with low vibration and noise making it the perfect choice for multi drilling and temporary fastening
Tightening head
The right solution helps drive performance
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Pivotware enables custom set-up. Complete independence: production processes can easily be set up onsite by local operators according to product variants. Island-based Architecture: all processes and work results are stored locally and provided globally. Demand-based Expansion: scalable to match production needs.
DeMeter opens up exciting new prospects for users such as improving cycle time on the line, making continuous improvements to processes, and understanding production trend in order to improve long-term efficiency.
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