Features
- Hexagon shank for secure attachment
- Total length: 15-1/2 in
- Chisel cutting edge diameter: 1-1/8 in (1.125 in)
- Designed for driving ground rods
- Pack quantity: 1
Specifications
| Total Length | 15-1/2 in |
| Chisel Cutting Edge Diameter | 1.125 in (1-1/8 in) |
| Shank Shape | Hexagon |
| Pack Quantity | 1 |
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Steel ground rod driver with a hexagonal shank for secure hammer attachment. It has a 1-1/8 in chisel cutting edge and a 15-1/2 in overall length, intended for driving ground rods.
Model Number: HS2172
Project Ideas
Business
Mobile Ground Rod Installation Service
Offer same‑day ground rod driving for electricians, solar installers, satellite/EV charger techs, and property owners. Price per rod plus travel; upsell bonding hardware and ground resistance testing (3‑point or clamp‑on). Fast, clean installs with a 1‑1/8" hex driver fit for heavy hammers.
Event Staking and Anchor Crew
Provide tent/signage/stage anchor installation and pull‑out after events. Use the driver to set heavy stakes/rods quickly and uniformly. Bundle layout, load‑rated hardware, safety caps, and site restoration. Target rental companies, festivals, and pop‑up markets.
Farm and Ranch Electric Fence Grounding
Specialize in grounding for energizers and long fence runs. Drive and space multiple rods, bond correctly, and troubleshoot high‑resistance soils. Sell service packages (seasonal checks, drought mitigation with additional rods/soak pits) to improve fence performance.
Lightning Protection and Metal Building Grounding
Install and upgrade ground electrode systems for barns, shops, and steel structures. Drive code‑compliant rods, bond to service equipment and structural steel, and provide documentation for insurers. Partner with electricians and metal building erectors.
Tool + Operator Micro‑Rental
Rent a demolition hammer with the 1‑1/8" hex ground rod driver and provide an operator for small jobs (minimum 1–2 hours). Ideal for contractors who occasionally need rods set but won’t buy the tooling. Add on: materials delivery (rods, clamps, wire) and haul‑away of spoil.
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Ham Radio Ground Field Upgrade
Use the driver to quickly install multiple 8 ft ground rods in a radial pattern around a vertical antenna, bonded with copper strap/wire. Lower RF ground resistance, reduce noise, and improve TX/RX performance. The hex shank keeps the tool secure on a demo hammer for fast, straight drives even in hard soil.
Outdoor Sculpture Anchoring
Create a discreet anchoring system for garden art or kinetic sculptures. Drive two to four rods flush with grade, add low‑profile eye plates and stainless guy lines. Provides wind stability without bulky concrete footings and keeps the installation removable for seasonal displays.
Earth Battery Garden Experiment
Drive paired dissimilar metal rods (e.g., copper and galvanized steel) spaced a few feet apart to build a low-voltage earth battery. Use it to power a small LED indicator or feed a soil-moisture data logger as a STEM garden project. The driver makes clean, repeatable installs without large holes.
String‑Light and Shade Sail Assist Anchors
Add auxiliary anti‑uplift anchors for light‑duty string‑light poles or small shade sails. Drive rods beside pole bases and connect with turnbuckles to reduce sway and uplift. Keep loads modest and verify local requirements; ideal for patios where you can’t pour large footings.
Removable Garden Trellis and Plant Guying
Build a modular trellis system for vines or tall perennials. Drive short ground rods as anchor points along beds, then tension trellis netting or guy lines. At season’s end, clip the lines and leave rods flush for reuse next year.