Cordless Drill Kits
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 Black Decker Cordless Power Drill Starter Kit  US $59.99
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 Makita Tools 6226DWLE 3 8 Cordless Power Driver Drill Flashlight Kit 96V US $11.49
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Power Tools for the Home – Electric and Cordless Drills
Arguably one of the most important inventions in modern times, the portable drill has proven to be one of, if not the, most important and useful tool today. In this article I'll offer a few tips on how to choose the right power or cordless drill for your needs.
Choosing A Drill:
Because of its versatility, the electric or battery powered drill is a wise choice for the homeowners first portable power tool. It can drill metal, wood, plastic, concrete, and perform many other operations as well.
The size of the drill is determined by the largest drill shank (the shank is the part of a drill bit grasped by the chuck of a drill) its chuck will accept, which may be ¼, 3/8, ½, or ¾ inch. The ¼ inch size is probably the handiest for the average job around the home or workshop. A drills power varies with size and make but typically ranges from 1/5 hp for the ¼ inch models to as much as 1 ½ hp for the ¾ inch models. There are some heavy-duty hand held models with higher HP ratings, but for everyday use they would be overkill. Speed usually decreases with size (though turning power increases), ranging from about 2000 r.p.m. for the ¼ inch size to around 1200 r.p.m. for 3/8 inch and 600 r.p.m. for ½ inch drills. The larger ¾ inch drills (more commonly used for professional and industrial work) are commonly in the 250-475 r.p.m. range. The slower speeds of the larger drills provide greater turning power (torque) necessary for driving large diameter bits and hole saws. Today there are models that perform in all r.p.m. ranges.
The high speed of the ¼ inch drills equips them no only to drill holes up to ¼ inch in diameter in metal and ½ inch in wood, but also for sanding. Variable speed control is available on most models these days as well as the feature to reverse the drills direction. The speed control lets you select the best drilling speed. Reverse is useful in backing out wood bits from deep holes.
Heavy duty drills of any given size vary more widely in price than do the light-duty models because of differences in bearings, wiring, and other features. For normal home use, heavy-duty features are not usually needed.
Most power drills are equipped with 3-wire grounding cords to protect the user from shock in case of internal electrical damage. Although becoming rare, if you buy a drill with a 2-prong plug, be sure the tool is a type in which the outer shell and chuck are completely insulated from the wiring. Such drill are commonly termed double-insulated drills.
Cordless drills come equipped as kit complete with one or two rechargeable batteries, battery charger, as well as a polyethylene plastic carrying case. The rechargeable batteries manufactured today are a far cry from the earlier attempts in power, longevity, and durability. 12 volt, 14.4 volt, 18 volt, and 24 volt batteries are now the ordinary instead of the exception.
Whatever drill you buy, check the guarantee as well as the availability of parts. Your best bet is to opt for the quality of a reputable manufacturer. Keep in mind that this is a substantial purchase of a toll you can reasonably expect to be in action years from now. Do your homework; pick the right tools for your needs, take proper care of it, and it will take care of you for years to come.
About the Author
Chuck Lunsford is the Internet Manager for Mytoolplace.com. He offers advice on how to select and use the right cordless drills for the job. Visit our website and learn more about saving money on brand name hand held power drills.
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CLC 5023 Deluxe Polyester Cordless Drill Holster $13.99 Deluxe Polyester Cordless Drill Holster - 5023 |
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Sainsbury's 9.6V Cordless Drill $21.99 A versatile affordable cordless drill from Sainsbury's. The drill has a quick convenient hand tightening mechanism so no need for an easy-to-lose chuck. Simply plug in to recharge when not in use and then use cordlessly for extreme flexibility. The drill also functions as a screwdriver and flicks simply from clockwise to anti-clockwise rotation. A safety-lock stops the drill/screwdriver from switching on when not desired. Comes with a range of 6 drill bits and 6 screwdriver attachments. Compatible wi |
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Sainsbury's 14.4V Cordless Drill $24.99 A versatile more powerful cordless drill from Sainsbury's. The drill has a quick convenient hand tightening mechanism so no need for an easy-to-lose chuck. Simply plug in to recharge when not in use and then use cordlessly for extreme flexibility. The drill also functions as a screwdriver and flicks simply from clockwise to anti-clockwise rotation. A safety-lock stops the drill/screwdriver from switching on when not desired. Comes with a range of 6 drill bits and 6 screwdriver attachments. Compatible |
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DEWALT DC750KA 9.6V Cordless 3/8-in Drill Driver Kit $109.99 9.6V Cordless 3/8" Drill/Driver Kit - DC750KA |
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Factory Reconditioned DEWALT DC750KAR 9.6V Cordless 3/8-in Drill Driver Kit $69.99 9.6V Cordless 3/8" Drill/Driver Kit - DC750KAR |
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DeWalt® - Cordless Drill/Drivers $359 Cut-out tools cordless give increased visibility. DeWalt® cut-out cordless tools with lightweight design reduces user fatigue. Dual speed range delivers calibrated performance. Comes witb LED work light that provides increased visibility in confined spaces. Sold per piece in a standard pack. |
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Factory Reconditioned Ryobi ZRHP696 9.6V Cordless Drill $22.99 9.6V Cordless Drill - ZR HP696. Battery. Charger. Double Ended Bit. Operator's Manual |
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Milwaukee 2410-20 12V Cordless M12 3/8-in Drill Driver (Tool Only) $89 12V Cordless M12 3/8-in Drill/Driver (Tool Only) - 2410-20 |
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Black & Decker LDX120SB 20V MAX Cordless Lithium-Ion Drill Driver $74.99 20V MAX Cordless Lithium-Ion Drill Driver - LDX120SB |
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Black & Decker 9099KC 7.2V Cordless Drill with Keyless Chuck $24.99 7.2V Cordless Drill with Keyless Chuck - 9099KC. Charger. Storage Bag |
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Greenlee PROVL Electrician's Pivoting Cordless Drill $347.78 Screwdriver/Drill 3.6V |
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Makita 6261DWPE 9.6V Cordless 3/8-in Driver Drill $109.99 9.6V Cordless 3/8-in Driver Drill - 6261DWPE. (2) 9.6V - 1.3 Ah Ni-Cd Battery. Universal charger - DC1804. (2) Battery cover - 414938-7 |
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Skil 2520-02 14.4V Cordless 3/8-in Drill Driver $89.99 14.4V Cordless 3/8-in Drill/Driver - 2520-02. 14.4V Lithium-Ion Battery - SB14A-LI. SmartCharge Cradle Charger - SC18-LI. Double Ended Bit |
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Pro-Fit DCS-0200001 Holster for Milwaukee 2401 12V Cordless M12 Drill $23.99 Milwaukee 2401 12V Cordless M12 Pro-Fit Drill Holster - DCS-0200001. Drill Sold Separately |
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Pro series PS07215 18 Volt Cordless Drill $45.37 Buffalo Tools PS07215 18 Volt .375in cordless drill. Features . 550 revolutionsperminute at noload.375in keyless chuck. Forward and reverse. 16 torque settings. |
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Makita LXFD01Z 18V Cordless LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2-in Driver-Drill (Tool Only) $99 18V Cordless LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2-in Driver-Drill - LXFD01Z. Tool Only - Battery and Charger Sold Separately |
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12V 17-Piece Set Cordless Drill/Driver w/Case Drill Bits Philips & Flathead Bits $32.97 12V 17-Piece Set Cordless Drill/Driver w/Case Drill Bits Philips & Flathead Bits |
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DEWALT DC720KA 18V Cordless 1/2-in Compact Drill Driver Kit $199 18V Cordless 1/2" Compact Drill/Driver Kit - DC720KA. (2) 18 Volt Cordless Batteries. 1-Hour Charger. Screwdriver Bit. Kit Box |
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DEWALT DC730KA 14.4V Cordless 1/2-in Compact Drill Driver Kit $179.99 14.4V Cordless 1/2" Compact Drill/Driver Kit - DC730KA. (2) 14.4 Volt Cordless Batteries. 1-Hour Charger. Screwdriver Bit. Kit Box |
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Makita 6271DWPLE 12V Cordless 3/8-in Driver-Drill and Flashlight Kit $129.99 12V Cordless 3/8-in Driver-Drill & Flashlight Kit - 6271DWPLE. 12V Cordless Flashlight - ML120. (2) Batteries. Charger. Plastic Carrying Case |
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DEWALT DC940KA 12V Cordless XRP 1/2-in Drill Driver Kit $229.99 12V Cordless XRP 1/2" Drill/Driver Kit - DC940KA. (2) 12 Volt Cordless XRP Batteries. 1-Hour Charger. Kit Box |
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DEWALT DC935KA 14.4V Cordless XRP 1/2-in Hammer Drill Kit $279.99 14.4V Cordless XRP 1/2" Hammer Drill Kit - DC935KA. (2) 14.4 Volt Cordless XRP Batteries. 1-Hour Charger. Kit Box |
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DEWALT DW965K-2 12V Cordless 3/8-in Right Angle Drill Driver Kit $169.99 12V Cordless 3/8" Right Angle Drill/Driver Kit - DW965K-2. (2) 12 Volt Cordless Batteries. 1-Hour Charger. Kit Box |