Thor TH711FG Solid Copper Mallet, 5.2 kg, 70 x 146 mm Head, Fibreglass Handle

The Thor TH711FG is a solid copper mallet with a 70 mm x 146 mm copper head and a fibreglass handle, weighing 5.2 kg (11-1/2 lb). Thor makes its copper mallet heads from 99.9% pure extruded electrolytic copper rod (manufacturer-stated).

Thor says the cylindrical copper head gives a firm positive blow without the risk of damage to expensive components, and that its larger copper mallet sizes are only available with fibreglass handles (manufacturer-stated). The figures on this page come from the Thor 2017 range.

Where this product is used

• Thor lists positive blows on highly finished or closely ground machined parts in the aircraft, automotive and shipping industries (manufacturer-stated).
• Also listed: bearing assembly in heavy industrial applications such as earthmoving equipment, shipping and mining (manufacturer-stated).

Features

• Solid copper head from 99.9% pure extruded electrolytic copper rod (manufacturer-stated)
• Firm positive blow without the risk of damage to expensive components (manufacturer-stated)
• 70 mm x 146 mm head, 5.2 kg (11-1/2 lb)
• Fibreglass handle

Common specifications

Important note on sparking

Thor warns never to use its soft-faced hammers as a non-sparking tool in hazardous areas (manufacturer-stated).

Key specifications

Figures are from the Thor Product Range 2017 (p7); the 2022 brochure does not list this part number.

Selecting the right option

TH711FG weighs 5.2 kg. For a lighter copper mallet with a plastic handle see the linked listing below; for a heavier one with the same 70 mm head width, see the 7.5 kg TH715FG. Any striking tool carries some risk, so take care to prevent injury to yourself and damage to the work.

Related products

Lighter solid copper mallets with plastic handles: Thor Mallet Solid Copper Face - Plastic Handle. Larger fibreglass-handle copper mallet, 7.5 kg: Thor 7500g Round Solid Copper Mallet 70mm Face - TH715FG. Square-faced solid copper mallet, 1050 g: Thor 1050g Square Solid Copper Mallet 38mm Face - TH24-5721000.