Who Makes The Best Hammer Cordless Drill
Dec 9th, 2008 by Kenny
I want to first say that the choices that I am about to talk about are a little on the high side. But for the money they are probably the best on the market if you will be using them often. For those that are not power users and only need to pull the drill out once in a while. These drills are not for you. I am in the boat of a non power user. As a result I only own a Black and Decker cordless power drill.
Black & Decker CD9602K 9.6-Volt Ni-Cad 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit
Great for drilling pilot holes and driving screws in wood, metal and plastic, Black & Decker's 9.6-volt cordless drill/driver kit is lightweight enough for fixes and upgrades around the house and durable enough for years of use. Equipped with a keyless chuck, bit changes with this 3/8-inch drill are quick and simple.
Now, for those who are interested in a drill but need a lot of power maybe to drill into concrete, then you have mainly two choices, Dewalt and Makita. Depending on the person that you speak with, some would recommend Makita and others would recommend Dewalt. But, Dewalt has been more consistent than Makita in terms of quality and customer satisfaction. Dewalts lineup is currently pretty remarkable in sheer amount of tools offered but Makita is catching up. They just take forever to offer a lot of those tools outside the european and japanese markets.
DEWALT DC988KA 18 Volt Cordless Hammerdrill/Drill/Driver Kit
The DEWALT DC988KA 18 Volt Cordless Hammerdrill/Drill/Driver Kit uses the DEWALT high-efficiency motor to deliver 500 inches per pound of torque for application of large drilling and driving, but at the weight of only 5.95 pounds. The DC988KA is designed with a three speed transmission and offers a maximum speed of 2,000 rpm, 38 percent faster than high speed, and 34,000 bpm to allow for high performance drilling in masonry applications. The ergonomically styled hammerdrill features a unique 1/2 inch ratcheting chuck with carbide jaws prevents bits from slipping. It is also designed to store standard nut drivers, screwdriver, and bit tip holders. Included with the DC988KA is: one 1-hour charger, two XRP extended run-time batteries, one double-ended screwdriver bit, one 360 degree side handle, and a carrying case.
Makita BHP452HW 18-Volt 1/2-inch Lithium-Ion Compact Cordless Hammer Drill/Driver Kit
This hammer drill has more torque than any other 18 volt on the market today, and at 4.9 pounds it’s also lighter than most. Makita redesigned their cordless tools when they released their LXT 18-volt lithium-ion technology. The Makita 4-pole, high-torque motor also delivers more efficient power than the competition, and does so in a more compact size. Most cordless drills only have a 2-pole motor. This cordless sensation comes with Makita’s standard externally accessible brushes, so you can change the brushes at home or on site, rather than delivering it or mailing it out for repairs and waiting a week or two. This LXT has an all-metal, 3-speed transmission, producing 25 percent faster working speed. It drills fast through stucco, new concrete, commercial-grade (high psi) concrete, and even in aged concrete. This drill has the best belt clip on the market today. The clip doesn’t rotate like it does on other brands, making it hard to remove. The drill stays in place in pants pockets, belts and tool belts with this heavy-duty steel belt clip. It can easily be relocated to the opposite side of the drill for lefties. This hammer drill has the best ergonomics of any 18 volt that I’ve tested, used or owned. Located just above the trigger, are two "headlights." Headlights refer to small LED lights that provide light where you need it most. I was skeptical about this feature, thinking it was just another gimmick, but after using it for some time, I’ve come to depend on it. From lighting my way to the house in the dark, when bringing the batteries/tools on cold nights to providing light in a dark cabinet, closet, or under a desk, this a must-have feature. Rubber grips adorn the exterior of this tool and protect it during impact if it falls.
These are the two best hammer cordless drills on the market to date.
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