Draper Expert 230V SDS Max Breaker, 7kg, 1050W

For breaking, chiselling, and demolition tasks that demand more than a combination hammer can deliver but where a full-size electric breaker would be impractical, the Draper Expert PHD1050MAX 1050W SDS Max Breaker occupies the ideal middle ground — delivering a genuine 25J of impact energy in a controlled, manageable 7kg package that can be used at any angle, in confined spaces, and for extended periods without the fatigue and handling challenges of heavier dedicated breakers.

Part of Draper's Expert range of professional-grade power tools, the PHD1050MAX is a dedicated chisel-only SDS Max breaker — purpose-built for breaking and demolition rather than drilling, which means every watt of its 1,050W motor and every joule of its impact mechanism is optimised for delivering concentrated, repeated blows through the SDS Max chuck. At 4,300 beats per minute, the impact rate is among the highest in its class, combining with the 25J impact energy to produce fast, productive breaking action through a wide range of materials including concrete, block, brick, hard tile, screed, render, and masonry.

The SDS Max shank system is the professional standard for heavy-duty chiselling and breaking at this tool class — providing a secure, vibration-resistant bit retention that handles the sustained shock loads of dedicated breaking work far more effectively than SDS Plus at this energy level. The included flat chisel and pointed chisel cover the two most commonly required breaking configurations: the flat chisel for surface breaking, tile removal, slab work, and spreading impact force across a wider area, and the pointed chisel for concentrated penetration of reinforced concrete, hard substrate breaking, and creating initial cuts in dense materials.

Anti-vibration technology in the handle significantly reduces the transmission of shock and vibration to the operator's hands and arms — a feature of particular professional relevance given the high impact rate and sustained use patterns typical of dedicated breaking work, and directly pertinent to UK Hand-Arm Vibration (HAV) regulations governing daily vibration exposure limits. An adjustable side handle provides a secure, two-handed grip and can be repositioned to suit the working angle and operator preference, improving control and reducing fatigue during extended chiselling sessions at varying orientations.

Supplied in a carry case with both SDS Max chisels and a 2.2m cable with BS plug, the PHD1050MAX is ready for immediate professional deployment — combining Expert range build quality with the versatility, manageability, and precision that an SDS Max breaker at this weight class uniquely offers.

Key Features

• 1,050W Expert-range motor delivering 25J impact energy for professional SDS Max breaking
• Dedicated chisel-only function — every joule optimised for breaking and demolition performance
• High impact rate of 4,300bpm for fast, productive breaking action
• SDS Max chuck for professional-standard bit retention under sustained heavy breaking loads
• Anti-vibration handle to reduce operator fatigue and HAV exposure during extended use
• Adjustable side handle — repositionable for varied working angles and operator preference
• 7kg working weight for comfortable use at any angle, including overhead and vertical work
• Supplied with flat chisel and pointed chisel (SDS Max) for immediate breaking versatility
• Supplied in a carry case
• 2.2m cable with BS plug
• Part of the Draper Expert range for professional-grade performance and durability
• 230V mains powered

Specifications

FAQ Section

What is the difference between an SDS Max breaker and a hex shank electric breaker?
An SDS Max breaker uses the SDS Max chuck and shank system — a professional standard that provides a locking, low-vibration bit connection designed to handle sustained heavy breaking loads. SDS Max chisels are widely available from all major tooling manufacturers in a broad range of profiles. Hex shank breakers use a 30mm hexagonal shank system common on heavier standalone breakers. SDS Max is the preferred format for lighter-to-mid-range breakers used at varied angles and in confined spaces, while hex shank tools are typically found on heavier ground-level trade breakers where raw mass and force are the priority.

What is the difference between an SDS Max breaker and an SDS Max combination hammer?
An SDS Max combination hammer combines drilling and chiselling functions, with the motor and mechanism designed to balance rotary drilling performance with impact chiselling. A dedicated SDS Max breaker like the PHD1050MAX has no drilling function — its entire design is optimised for chisel-only breaking and demolition, typically delivering higher impact energy and a more focused breaking performance than a combination hammer of similar wattage.

How does the PHD1050MAX compare to the HXBKR1500D and HXBKR1700E hex breakers?
The PHD1050MAX is lighter at 7kg and uses the SDS Max shank system, making it more manoeuvrable and suited to breaking at varied angles, in confined spaces, and for tasks where handling and control are priorities. The HXBKR1500D and HXBKR1700E are heavier at 14kg and 18.5kg respectively, delivering more impact energy at 45J and 65J — better suited to ground-level breaking of reinforced concrete and other demanding substrates where raw breaking force is the primary requirement. The right choice depends on the nature and location of the breaking task.

What materials can the PHD1050MAX break?
The PHD1050MAX is suited to breaking concrete, block, brick, hard ceramic and natural stone tiles, floor screed, render, masonry, and similar hard construction materials. At 25J it handles a wide range of renovation and construction breaking tasks confidently — particularly at angles and in locations where heavier breakers cannot be used effectively.

What does the anti-vibration handle do?
The anti-vibration handle incorporates dampening technology between the tool body and the operator's grip, absorbing and reducing the vibration transmitted to the hands and arms during breaking. This reduces fatigue and discomfort during extended use and is directly relevant to UK Hand-Arm Vibration (HAV) regulations that govern the maximum daily vibration exposure permitted for professional tool users.

What SDS Max chisels are supplied?
The PHD1050MAX is supplied with two SDS Max chisels: a flat chisel for surface breaking, tile removal, and spreading impact force, and a pointed chisel for concentrated penetration and breaking of harder or reinforced materials.

Is the PHD1050MAX suitable for overhead or vertical breaking work?
Yes. At 7kg with an anti-vibration handle and adjustable side handle, the PHD1050MAX is one of the most manageable tools in the Draper breaking range for overhead, vertical, and awkward-angle applications — tasks where heavier hex breakers at 14kg–22.5kg would be impractical or unsafe to use for extended periods.