It takes up little space, whilst offering great performance and the easy-fold hinged handle, improves storage. As a rule of thumb, a compactor can compact 1 inch of material for every 1000 pounds of compaction force exerted. You should use this as a guide. What do you put under a plate compactor for pavers?

Telehandler Hire– With products from big brands such a JCB and JLG we have height options ranging from 3m to 17m! We can also supply fuel and electric equipment depending on your requirements. Powered by a 130W electric induction motor means no harmful fumes are emitted (unlike petrol-powered compactors) - making it ideal for use in enclosed spaces.

Specification

Choosing the best compactor plate for you depends on the size of your job and how often you need to use the compactor. The one I review here is the Wolf 8200N Petrol Compactor, and it’s the smallest of a range of similar models of different sizes. The Wolf 8200N is the least powerful but great for small to medium-sized jobs. The same two models are also available with a 196cc engine but with a bigger plate so they are also well worth considering. This gives you a choice of power with the same set of excellent features. The width of the plate is an important consideration. The wider the plate, the more ground it can cover in one go-saving you time and energy. However, keep in mind that a wide plate will also create more vibration, so you need to be careful not to use it on delicate surfaces.

It’s a heavyweight machine with a serious 4 HP engine. The price tag means it may not appeal to domestic users, and instead is a great choice for heavy duty projects.Make sure the throttle at the side of the machine is set to the idle position. This means that when you pull start the engine, the compactor won’t immediately start at full vibration and move forward. Running at just 94 dB, it’s also a lot quieter than petrol models. While ear defenders are recommended, the low noise certainly sets it apart from noisy gas-driven counterparts. There’s also a vibration damper system to improve user comfort. No officer, employee or agent of Evolution Power Tools is authorised to make oral representations of fitness or to waive any of the foregoing terms of sale and none shall be binding on Evolution Power Tools. Questions relating to this limited warranty should be directed to the company's head office, or call the appropriate Helpline number. If you have got some slightly larger areas to work on, the 1100N Compactor is probably a good model to consider because it sits right in the middle. View our Compactor Hire products. Offering a selection of reliable ground compactor equipment with a variety of features. This means we have something suitable for every project. For compacting sand or loose materials