Black Lynx 636004 1.5 HP Electric Drive Cement Mixer

by Black Lynx

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Black Lynx 636004 1.5 HP electric drive cement mixer features a 3.5 cubic foot poly drum, on/off switch, weatherproof motor, portability, easy assembly, and a 2-year warranty

Product Description

The Black Lynx Cement Mixer features a heavy-duty dentproof poly drum that's built for durability. Its 3.5 cu. ft. capacity (230-lb. weight capacity) turns at 25 RPM. Powered by a 1/2 HP, 120V maintenance-free weatherproof motor, the Black Lynx has a front dump wheelbarrow access and control handle for improved conformity and performance. Semi-pneumatic rubber, heavy-tread construction tires for easy transport. Heavy-gauge tough steel frame stands up to jobsite applications. Easy to assemble in 30 min. with standard tools. Empty Drum Volume (cu. ft.): 35, Wet Material Volume (cu. ft.): 2, 50-lb. Bag Capacity (qty.): 3, Weight Capacity (lbs.): 230, HP: 1/2, Volts: 120, Drum Speed (RPM): 25, Drum Opening (in.): 15.5, Drum Diameter (in.): 21, Drum Material Type: Polyethylene, Tire Size (in.): 10 x 2.75, Tire Type: Semi-pneumatic rubber, Base L x W (in.): 47 x 45.25, Overall Dimensions L x W x H (in.): 28.25 x 25.25 x 21.5

Product Details

• Item Weight: 84 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 125 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0013HRSUY
• Item model number: 636004
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #279,469 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #60 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Concrete Tools

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Mixer, July 13, 2009

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W. MCCOLL (Kentucky) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Black Lynx 636004 1.5 HP Electric Drive Cement Mixer (Tools & Home Improvement)

I bought this at Lowes, it's the same as the Kobalt branded "utility mixer". I really researched it before I bought it, weighed the pros and cons versus simply purchasing the concrete direct. I finally decided it was worthwhile since I mix so many small batches of concrete, I'll leave anything over a half cubic yard to the concrete company. Some questions/comments I found while I was researching the mixer:
- someone said the plastic mixer barrel wore out after a while, so the first thing I did was TIGHTEN the bolts that hold the barrel to the motor bracket. They were a little loose and must have slipped around for the other user, eventually wearing through. I'll keep an eye on it as well.
- people wondered how many bags you can mix, I left it at ONE 80 pound bag since that's what I could safely move around with the wheel barrow. The mixer will hold a couple bags if wanted though, but it gets too heavy in the wheel barrow.
- some people worried about an electric motor near water, but the switches for the motor are sealed.
- people said it was cheaper to buy concrete direct. I called and was told $100 for a cubic yard, anything less and it's $100 delivery plus whatever the concrete costs. So I figure a half cubic yard at $150 is the cut-off.
- someone complained their concrete clumped together into little balls. Dude, add more water! You can actually hear it when you get the mix right.

I like that the wheel barrow fits right in front. My wife and I also put the mixer directly over the hole and filed it directly, it worked well but was harder to put the concrete mix in the mixer. That's when I decided one bag at a time. We mixed 26 bags this weekend and it went really well. One thing I don't like is that it is a little difficult to move around, if you hold it by the rear footing it's top heavy and topples over. Other than that it's great.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A workhorse, April 22, 2010

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Tawoo "TG" (Tupper Lake, New York) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Black Lynx 636004 1.5 HP Electric Drive Cement Mixer (Tools & Home Improvement)

I purchased this same mixer under Lowe's brand; Kobalt. At first I was a little worried that the machine was junk because of the plastic wheels and rubberized drum. However, I was wrong. This thing is a workhorse! I also read reviews that it pops it's circuit breaker or the switch is faulty. Speaking only for my self I could not kill it if I wanted to. I usually mix two 80 pound concrete pre-mix bags at the same time and it never slows down or stops. It never had any problems and I lost count how many bags I've mixed with it so far.
One tip I'll give you is to make sure the mixer is on level ground. If it's leaning back it will not pull the dry mortar/concrete out to be mixed. You will need to take a shovel and scrape the bottom of the drum. If the mixer is on level ground it will mix perfectly with no problems.
For $285.00 (Lowe's) it is so worth the money. Save your back and buy it.