FORTREX 18V Electric Strapping Tool
Cordless. Powerful. Precise. The FORTREX 18V Electric Strapping Tool (PET strapper) is engineered for high-volume strapping operations across warehousing, freight, logistics and manufacturing. Includes 2 × 18V lithium-ion batteries and charger.Choose your colour — Orange or Blue. Built to reign.
Specifications
| Battery | 18V / 4.0Ah Lithium-Ion |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (Tool) | 379 × 137 × 127 mm (L × W × H) |
| Package Dimensions | 44.5 × 28.5 × 19 cm (L × W × H) |
| Tool Weight | 3.07 kg (without battery) |
| Battery Weight | 0.58 kg |
| Strap Material | PET (Polyester) & PP (Polypropylene) |
| Strap Width | 13 mm – 19 mm |
| Strap Thickness | 0.5 mm – 1.2 mm |
| Tensile Force | 600 N – 3,500 N (adjustable) |
| Tightening Speed | 50 – 180 mm/s |
| Bond Strength | ~75% of strap tensile strength |
| Welding Duration | 0.5 – 5.0 seconds (adjustable) |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C – 45°C |
| Sealing Method | Friction weld |
| Auto Power-Off | 3 minutes of inactivity |
| In the Box | Tool, battery, charger, tool kit |
Free Dispatch
Free Australia-wide shipping this week. Order before 2PM AEST for same-day dispatch.
1-Year Warranty
Every FORTREX tool is covered for 12 months against defects and faults.
Australian Stock
Held locally — no long waits, no customs delays. Ships from our AU warehouse.
3 Steps to a Perfect Strap
Load Your Strap
Feed poly strapping through the tool head — the guide channel locks it in place automatically.
Set Your Tension
Dial in the exact tension on the digital LED display — from 600 N for light goods to 3,500 N for heavy pallets.
Seal & Cut
One trigger pull seals, crimps, and cuts cleanly — the job is done in under 8 seconds.
Built to Reign on the Workshop Floor
18V Lithium Power
Consistent, high-torque tension delivered every single cycle — no drop in performance over a full shift.
Digital Tension Control
Adjustable digital display lets you dial in precise, repeatable tension settings for every load type.
13–19mm Compatible
Engineered for poly strapping across the industrial width range — precise fit, consistent results every cycle.
Built for Volume
Engineered for continuous heavy-duty warehouse operations without fatigue or downtime.
Trusted by the Trades
"We run this tool across three shifts in our warehouse. It has not missed a beat in six months. The tension control is spot on every single time — our pallet damage rate dropped immediately."
"Replaced our old pneumatic setup with two FORTREX units. Faster to use, no compressor lines to deal with, and the battery lasts a full shift no problem. Payback period was less than two months."
"Bought one for our manufacturing floor, bought three more within a fortnight. The build quality is proper industrial — not the lightweight stuff you see elsewhere. Genuinely impressed."