Impact Driver

koolpc

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Looking for a decent Impact Driver with 2 batteries. They look like the ideal tool for putting screws in etc.

Now, i have seen mention elsewhere that people use them for drilling too. Anyone here used them for drilling?
 
You can use them to pre drill in timber as the impact only kicks in once a certain torque is reached. So small drill bits in wood are fine, anything larger and you'd need a normal drill/driver.
 
Great as it would be handy to use one for drilling in wood too. Need to find a decent one with 2 batteries.
 
In the other thread you were after a drill. Did you get one? It's more cost effective to get a twin pack or a drill and batteries and a bare tool than both seperately with batteries.

I too have a 10.8v set and use it more than my mains drill, though I do still dig that out if drilling masonry. Most of my drilling is wood and light work, so 10.8v is enough and as a bonus, they're much lighter than 18v. They cover my usage, but that doesn't mean they will yours.

I have the Makita DK1493WX set, which comes with a combi drill and impact driver.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Makita-Lit...8&qid=1466705824&sr=1-2&keywords=makita+10.8v

If you're doing much masonry or it is your only set, I'd stick to 18v.

Maybe something like

http://www.diy.com/departments/dewa...n-pack-2-batteries-dcz298c2-gb/1087533_BQ.prd

http://www.diy.com/departments/maki...twin-pack-2-batteries-dk18015x2/642650_BQ.prd

http://www.screwfix.com/p/hitachi-k...-ion-twin-pack-combi-drill-drill-driver/6147f

http://www.homebase.co.uk/en/homebaseuk/searchterm/stanley 18v - A drill with 2 batteries and bare driver from here (cheaper than the kit)
 
jellybeard999 said:
In the other thread you were after a drill. Did you get one? It's more cost effective to get a twin pack or a drill and batteries and a bare tool than both seperately with batteries.

I too have a 10.8v set and use it more than my mains drill, though I do still dig that out if drilling masonry. Most of my drilling is wood and light work, so 10.8v is enough and as a bonus, they're much lighter than 18v. They cover my usage, but that doesn't mean they will yours.

I have the Makita DK1493WX set, which comes with a combi drill and impact driver.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Makita-Lit...8&qid=1466705824&sr=1-2&keywords=makita+10.8v

If you're doing much masonry or it is your only set, I'd stick to 18v.

Maybe something like

http://www.diy.com/departments/dewa...n-pack-2-batteries-dcz298c2-gb/1087533_BQ.prd

http://www.diy.com/departments/maki...twin-pack-2-batteries-dk18015x2/642650_BQ.prd

http://www.screwfix.com/p/hitachi-k...-ion-twin-pack-combi-drill-drill-driver/6147f

http://www.homebase.co.uk/en/homebaseuk/searchterm/stanley 18v - A drill with 2 batteries and bare driver from here (cheaper than the kit)
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Dewalt or Makita look good
 
DeWalt do a a 18V twin pack for £160 at Screwfix or £100 on its own.

You cant drill with an impact driver, they don't have a normal chuck. Not sure why you would ever want to do drilling with one when a drill does it better.

The higher tier brands are all so similar and are all considered decent (Dewalt, Matika Bosch Etc.) Buy which ever has the best offer on, but then continue to buy into that brand/line.

Alternatively Lidl have one on their special today, costs £40 (buy two).
 
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I have this set from Screwfix. http://www.screwfix.com/p/titan-ttp451ddh-ttp452ipd-10-8v-1-3ah-li-ion-drill-impact-driver/42759

They're absolutely brilliant and I only use my mains drill (a Titan SDS+, also from Screwfix) if I'm doing heavy stuff. The drill and impact driver are brilliant and I put up my 12 x 8ft wooden shed (2x6 inch beams, none of this shiplap ponciness :D) using it with no issues at all. The recharge time is 30 mins and having two batteries by default means you can just keep plowing on. The shape of batteries also means that they're light and well balanced. They're also an absolute bargain. Sure you don't get the brand name but you get a lot of kit for a cheap price.
 
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koolpc said:
You can drill with an Impact if you buy the drill bits with the right end. Seen this on youtube.

http://www.axminster.co.uk/dewalt-1...50050-102326?gclid=CJG_7Pjovs0CFUeeGwodNDUBBw

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Blackspur-...66708142&sr=8-6&keywords=Hex-Shank+Drill+Bits
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They will fit in it , but i think the larger diameter drill bits wont work so great with the impact action. If you try to drill metal theres a good chance the drill bit will snap.

The only drill I use with mine is a small 3mm pre-drill and countersink, which works fine in wood. Much easier than clanking about with 2 drills on some jobs. I do use a normal drill driver when I need to drill larger diameter holes though.

http://www.its.co.uk/pd/PROCS10PK3-Pack-of-3-Drill-Countersinks-No.10-Quick-Switch-_PROCS10PK3.htm
 
I just got the Dewalt DCF886 and its has been brilliant, many many floor board screws and even straight into masonary makes such light work of it all. I went for two 2ah batteries, not a fan of massive lumps.
 
I have the 18v dewalt and it is the dogs danglies.

You can get chuck adapters to use for drill bits. I have one and it's alright if you aren't bothered about an accurate hole but really a proper hammer drill is better.

I was impressed with how quickly it charged and how long the standard batteries lasted.
 
I have the whole set of Stanley Fatmax kit and I can't fault it - I did buy them when they were a lot cheaper though.:)
 
I would only get an impact driver if I already had a combi drill. Ideally get one that you can share the batteries with the drill. I have a Dewalt 18v combi with a couple of batteries and bought a bare impact driver (no case, charger or batteries) to go with it for £65. It actually worked our cheaper to buy them separately than to buy them in a kit. Once you get an impact driver your will wonder how you ever got by without one. That said, they are for driving screws, not tightening screws and are not for delicate jobs.

Dave
 
divuk83 said:
I would only get an impact driver if I already had a combi drill. Ideally get one that you can share the batteries with the drill. I have a Dewalt 18v combi with a couple of batteries and bought a bare impact driver (no case, charger or batteries) to go with it for £65. It actually worked our cheaper to buy them separately than to buy them in a kit. Once you get an impact driver your will wonder how you ever got by without one. That said, they are for driving screws, not tightening screws and are not for delicate jobs.

Dave
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So best to get a good combi for now?
 
If funds won't cover both, get a decent 18v combi with a couple of batteries then add and impact driver at a later date. You can get bare Dewalt/Hitachi/Bosch(blue)/Makita etc impact drivers for around £70, less if you shop around. Just be sure to check that the drill you are buying has batteries that are compatible with an impact driver from the same company. I know Makita do some combi's sold from B&Q that have stupid batteries that are not compatible with most other Makita tools.

Dave
 
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