Milwaukee Cordless Drill Review – Should You Buy a Milwaukee?

By James Ericson

How does the Milwaukee Cordless Drill compare with others? This is obviously one of the most used machines on the market but as always, just because something is purchased a lot doesn't make it the best quality.

One of the more popular models is the 0824-24. This one comes equipped with a V18, two eighteen batteries, and best of all a charger.

Sometimes drills come without this and you have to recharge the battery in the machine itself, which really negates the point of having two batteries, since you can only use one at a time. Therefore, you can continue working while one of your batteries is reloading with this Milwaukee Cordless Drill Model.

It comes equipped with a case to lug it around with, and the motor is capable of five hundred and fifty inches-pounds of torque, certainly a high enough output to suit most.

The chuck is made of a half inch metal to enable it to keep the bits very secure, and you can be sure they aren't going anywhere with this model. The battery charger is capable of reloading batteries between eighteen and twenty eight volts in a maximum of sixty minutes.

One thing I'd suggest you look for are refurbished Milwaukee cordless Drills. These are ones that have been fully restored and therefore you know you are getting quality, but without the new price tag to boot. In other words, it's similar to buying new just minus the price tag.

The 0612-20 model is the other one we'll look at briefly. This one is brand spanking new, and is small and designed for regular every day users at construction sites.

Since its' compact, it is able to fit into smaller spaces, sometimes a necessity at certain job sites. It's able to be used at fourteen hundred revolutions per minute, and the torque comes in at just under four hundred inches per pounds.

The chuck has twenty different clutch positions, and it doesn't require a key, making inputting and outputting bits much quicker. Depending on where you buy it, you can get batteries with it, and its' able to plow through one half inches of steel and one and three quarters inches of wood.

The length is just under ten inches, which again demonstrates its' maneuverability. To sum up, the Milwaukee Cordless Drill consistently gets rave reviews from customers, and is one of the top drills on the market.

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Home Hitachi Tools – Hitachi 14.4 Volt Cordless Drill Kit

By Leroy Leff

I just wanted to tell everyone how much I like the Hitachi Cordless 14.4-volt Driver Drill Kit with Flashlight. I purchased mine several years ago and use it all the time. That is a testimony to its' rugged construction and durability. I am retired now from working in a Diesel Repair Body Shop, now I have my own Carpentry Shop and I purchased that Home Hitachi Tool because of the lightweight (3.3 lbs), well balanced, ergonomic, fatigue reducing design with little vibration. Although most of my tools were pneumatic and heavy there are many tight places that those tools would not fit.

The flexibility of this Hitachi Cordless 14.4-volt Driver Drill Kit with Flashlight made that chore easy. The 3/8" key-less chuck is also very handy for quick changing of the bits, making less unnecessary ups and downs for bits to do the job more efficiently. Another great feature is the 22-position clutch you can set for exactly the correct screw depth to be sure you won't damage the part or wood product.

The Hitachi Cordless 14.4-volt Driver Drill Kit with Flashlight has a class-leading 230 in/lbs torque. Its' two-speed transmission has an easy to use one-touch speed knob for tougher jobs that require more torque from 0-350 or 0-1050 rpm. The Batteries seem to last along time, of course the harder the job the sooner it runs down but I'm quite please with the amount of work I can get done before I have to change out the battery.

The Flashlight that comes with this kit proved also to be a great addition to my tool chest. It has several positions the light can be set to make the angle of light just right.

This Home Hitachi Tool kit comes with 2-1.4 Ah Batteries and Quick Charger, 1-Driver Bit, 7-pc Bit set and Carrying Case.

I highly recommend this Home Hitachi Tool for home or business.

Leroy Leff is a good resource to ask about the Hitachi 14.4 Volt Cordless Drill Kit.

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Metabo Extends Range of Lithium-Ion Cordless Tools with New Lightweight 18V Hammer Drill

by Metabo Corporation

WEST CHESTER, Pa. February 2008 - Metabo Corporation, a leading international manufacturer of professional grade portable electric power tools and abrasives for industrial, construction and welding applications, now offers an 18 V lithium-ion hammer drill, the SBZ18, that weighs only 4.4 Ibs and provides up to 40% greater performance than cordless tools with traditional rechargeable batteries.

Metabo's new hammer drill ensures optimum performance with a torque adjusting sleeve with five torque settings, drill and hammer drill settings as well as a high-speed, two-stage gear box that delivers up to 26,800 blows per minute. In first gear, the drill offers 0-400 rpm, ideal for high torque applications such as driving in large diameter fasteners. In second gear, the tool features 0-1,450 rpm, making the drill suitable for drilling into metal and fast impact drilling into brick, block and concrete.

The SBZ 18 offers a drilling capacity of up to 1 3/16" in soft wood, 1/2" in steel and 3/8" in concrete and features a screwdriving capacity of up to 5/16" in soft wood.

The hammer drill's distinctive "Z" shape provides the user with a perfectly balanced tool offering greater comfort for extended hand-held use as well as increased productivity with less user strain and fatigue.

This cordless impact drill showcases a forward and reverse acting motor and an all-metal, quick-action 1/16"-1/2" keyless chuck. In addition, the tool has three-stage planetary gears with durable all-metal gearwheels and sealed bearings. The SBZ 18 also features computer-designed air vents to ensure optimum motor cooling and prolonged service life.

For more information, please contact Terry Tuerk, Metabo Corporation, 1231 Wilson Drive, West Chester, Pa. 19380. Tel: 800/ 638-2264; Fax: 800/ 638-2261; Email: ttuerk@metabousa.com; Web: www.metabousa.com.

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Advice on How to Choose the Best Cordless Tools in Todays Crowded Marketplace

by Rickie Bell

The indispensable cordless tools, how did we ever get along without them? If your cordless tools are more than a few years old maybe it is time to take a look at the new breed of tools available. The most noticeable advancements have been in the battery life, charging time, ergonomics, and torque.

If your cordless tools are more than a few years old, maybe you should consider taking a look at what's new in the market. Over the years it's been my experience that when it comes to cordless tools, you actually get what you pay for! This does not mean you need to purchase the most expensive tool on the shelf.

So maybe you have decided to take a look for yourself? There are many factors to consider when it comes to cordless tools. Will it be used all day long or only once in a blue moon? If you are a homeowner and only use cordless tools around the house for minor projects and repairs, there is no need to buy the top of the line tools. However as I stated before you actually get what you pay for, with this in mind I would strongly recommend staying away from the cheaper tools.

Let's just pretend you are driving past the local Mega-lumber/roofing/tool store when you suddenly remember you have been wanting to stop in and check out a new cordless drill. You arrive in the tool aisle and you see a 25 ft. long shelf, three levels deep, with nothing but cordless drills.

Aqua blue, black, bright orange, light green, putrid green, red, yellow, amongst others which I can not identify. Where does a person start? Here are a few ideas to help get you started. Ask your dad, brother, brother-in-law, co-worker, father-in-law, or local handyman. Still do not have an answer, then please read on.

Battery strength is one of the most important factors when choosing any cordless tool. Be wary when evaluating battery strength, higher voltage batteries are not always the best. The type of battery plays a big factor in how the drill will perform over a period of time Nick-Cad (Good), Lithium-Ion (Best). Amp/hr is where the cheaper tools fall on their face 1.4 (bad) 2.4 (good).

Chuck size is another factor in determining the purchase of a cordless drill. For the average homeowner a 3/8" should be fine, however for heavier work a 1/2" drill should be considered.

Torque means how hard can the drill twist, the higher the better.

Weight of the drill can actually give you a good idea of how well its built, after all, steel gears are heavier than plastic ones.

Color can also tell you quite a bit about a drill, specifically, where it is manufactured. Aqua blue (Switzerland), red (Czech), yellow (Mexico), and sometimes the name will even give it away, Nissan etc.

Aqua blue is my color of choice. I realize there is no comparison between a watch and a cordless drill, but by the same token, there is no comparison between a Swiss watch and a Chinese watch either. I purchased a cordless tool combo-kit of the 18-volt aqua blue variety in the late summer of 2006.

The bag contained a quick 30 minute charger, two 2.4 amp/hr batteries, sawzall, circular saw, flashlight, drill, and a jigsaw. I took it home and fully charged the batteries as the manufacturer recommended. Within a couple of days I had to drive approximately 1,500 3" screws in treated lumber.

My new aqua blue drill performed this task with room to spare, something that would have sucked the blood out of my yellow drill. As of this writing I have no complaints about my aqua blue tools, and would recommend them to everyone.

As far as I know there are no longer any cordless tools manufactured in America and until such a time my hat is off to the Swiss and aqua blue! http://www.carpentry-pro-framer.com

 

About the author:

The author of this article has 28 years experience working in the highly competitive housing market of the west and southwest suburbs of Chicago as a carpenter. Most of his experience is in the high end custom home marketplace, including all aspects of fine homebuilding, from footings to ridge cap. More information is available at this website.

Cordless Tools Let You Cut The Cord

Cordless tools have finally reached the point where they can deliver power equal to their corded counterparts. This is due to advances in cordless battery technology. Early cordless batteries were weak and needed frequent recharging. Cordless tool battery development has improved to increase both the battery life and the power delivered. Many cordless power tools are now the equal of the same tool run off a cord.

There is no denying that cordless power tools are convenient. They are much easier to handle without towing a long extension cord behind them. The cordless nature of these tools allows workers to take them almost anywhere on the job site. Powered by modular rechargeable battery packs, cordless power tool weights compare favorably to the corded version. Cordless power tools can be clipped to tool belts for easy carrying.

The cordless tool is also much safer than those running on live current. Because no extension cord is needed, cordless units cannot trip other workers. There is no chance of accidentally cutting through one's own power cord, or that of another worker. The enclosed charge of the cordless tool's battery means greatly decreased chances for electric shock. When using cordless power tools, the chance for any electrical accident is greatly reduced.

Cordless power tools have their own special needs, however. The cordless batteries need periodic recharging. The harder and longer a cordless tool is used, the more frequently the battery must be recharged. For extended projects, keep several charged batteries on hand for each cordless tool. It is much less expensive for a worker to swap out a used battery for a charged one. Cordless power tool batteries take several hours to overnight to fully recharge. The construction crew chief must not forget to do this each night.

If you own tools that are cordless, observe the battery care instructions carefully. Most cordless items lose power gradually, indicating that recharging is needed. Cordless batteries usually trickle-charge over several hours, although faster recharging units may be available. Some cordless batteries should be stored while connected to the recharger. Others should not be connected during long periods of storage. Get the most of your cordless power tools by taking care of the batteries.

Cordless drills, saws, and even yard care tools are available. Cordless units are lightweight and easy to use. Keep your batteries properly charged and stored, and your cordless tools will give you good service for a long time.