Spec me a cordless drill

Well spotted! Think I'll stick with the Makita, can't go wrong with them by all accounts. Cheers!
 
Why does everyone go straight for the cordless drills in these threads?
Corded ones are more powerful, don't have finicky batteries to wear out or their added cost.

The only time I prefer cordless is if I have to take it on a job or as a second drill for pilot holes.
 
bitslice said:
Why does everyone go straight for the cordless drills in these threads?
Corded ones are more powerful, don't have finicky batteries to wear out or their added cost..
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No idea, it just seems everyone want cordless lately, i have several Bosch mains drills,but all the home jobs involving masonry has been with a 18v Makita or Bosch cordless drill, even 8mm holes for coach screws for the sat dish.:eek:

Last time I used my sds mains drill, was to drill two 17mm & a 32mm hole through a wall for some pipe work, & that was 2 years ago.:eek:
 
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Personally my reason is my intended use. I'd say 90% of the time it will be used at the bottom of my garden and any house jobs will be minor, only 10% would be serious drilling, masonry etc and if it doesn't cut it when it comes to that I'll get a cheap corded one.

Nightglow, you mention Bosch cordless, would you mind throwing me an opinion on the following mate?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Bosch-Cordless-Hammer-Li-Ion-Battery/dp/B0033UWLVK
 
Mirmo said:
Nightglow, you mention Bosch cordless, would you mind throwing me an opinion on the following mate?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Bosch-Cordless-Hammer-Li-Ion-Battery/dp/B0033UWLVK
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Better deal at B&Q same drill, but with two batteries.

http://www.diy.com/nav/fix/power-to...11227751?skuId=11738455#ancBVReviewsContainer

Nothing wrong with Bosch 'GREEN' drills, superb drills, got one here had it around 15 years or so, was still going strong a few years ago, but batteries don't hold a charge any more.


If you have a relative over 60, then get a B&Q 'DIAMOND CARD', entitles then to 10% off on Wednesdays.

http://www.diy.com/diy/jsp/bq/templ...ntent/support/services/diamond_card/index.jsp
 
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bitslice said:
Why does everyone go straight for the cordless drills in these threads?
Corded ones are more powerful, don't have finicky batteries to wear out or their added cost.

The only time I prefer cordless is if I have to take it on a job or as a second drill for pilot holes.
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Well everyone went for cordless drills because thats what the thread title asked for. A corded one might be more powerful but it's nowhere near as convenient to cart about. They both have their uses but my cordless drills see far more work than my corded drill by a huge margin.
 
Tachyon said:
Well everyone went for cordless drills because thats what the thread title asked for. A corded one might be more powerful but it's nowhere near as convenient to cart about. They both have their uses but my cordless drills see far more work than my corded drill by a huge margin.
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This really. 99% of jobs are a few shelves here and there, couple of wall plugs here and there, and assembling furniture. Cordless drills are easy to transport, not requiring a power extension, and much more portable and better weighted.

For larger scale drilling into masonry etc, I use my SDS plus drill, including core drilling, hole saws, chiselling etc. Everything else (inc light duty masonry in which I use Bosch multipurpose carbide tipped bits with no hammer) I use the 18V Li-Ion drill which has more than enough power, and in fact, lasts quite awhile.
 
bitslice said:
Why does everyone go straight for the cordless drills in these threads?
Corded ones are more powerful, don't have finicky batteries to wear out or their added cost.

The only time I prefer cordless is if I have to take it on a job or as a second drill for pilot holes.
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Try putting up a ceiling with a corded drill. Or soffits, guttering etc. These days I only use corded drills for heavy duty masonry stuff really.
 
Lopéz said:
Try putting up a ceiling with a corded drill. Or soffits, guttering etc. These days I only use corded drills for heavy duty masonry stuff really.
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Done, the advantage is that you can lower it down to the floor and then drop the cable instead of carrying it back down the ladder.
In small spaces I appreciate the lack of a cable though, it's just not my choice for a 'first' drill. Corded and a li-ion screwdriver :)
 
Heh, not recommended, but I'd replaced the drill's stock cable years ago with a much longer and thicker one. Having long cables on tools saves so much time when moving around a room but it is one thing the manufacturers skimp on. Plus you can't carry an extension block halfway up a ladder so it had to be done.
Dyson loped off a metre on their newer vacuums and it's amazing how often I was a metre short in cleaning. Moved over to Miele and their 14 metre lead, much better.
 
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My only 220v drill has a 10 mtr cable, plus I use the blue 220v version of the 110v yellow connectors.
Got a short 1 mtr cable, made with a 3 pin plug & female connector, & same connection on a 50mtr extension, covers most things.
 
Cordless is just so much more convenient. A cordless Dewalt jigsaw is the best tool I have ever bought, saves so much time. I use it for everything, even little cuts that you wouldn't usually be bothered to get the extension lead out etc just to make a small cut. It's easily as powerful as a mains powered one and with Lithium batteries you just top them up and they are always charged when you need them.


Also battery drills are great for using when up a ladder. The belt hook allows you to hook it onto the ladder or your belt, so no need to lower the drill down by the wire. My heavy duty driver is a bit too heavy so that's why I'm looking into getting the smaller Dewalt drill/driver. Should be perfect for this use.

Luckily I can use 240v in my job, but if I was forced to use 110v i'd get fully kitted out with battery powered SDS drill etc. Them 110v transformers are a PITA to move about all the time.
 
Sorry to bump an old thread but, which would you guys go for (budget of £120 with all required bits). It will rarely be used and only for basic DIY jobs when I move into my first house on Friday. I already have a decent set of hand screw drivers so it will mainly be used for drilling.

Makita 18v Li-ion: http://www.screwfix.com/p/makita-bhp453sh-18v-1-3ah-li-ion-cordless-combi-drill/58614
with Bosch multipurpose drill bit set (4 pcs): http://www.screwfix.com/p/bosch-multipurpose-drill-bit-set-4pcs/95958
Price: £110

OR

MAKITA 8391DWPE-TK 18V Combi Drill With 2x 1.3Ah Ni-Cad Batteries (+101Piece Accessory Set): http://www.amazon.co.uk/8391DWPE-TK...ccessory/dp/B0044ATOFO/ref=zg_bs_1939335031_1
Price: £100 (after discounts and cashback)

Any other suggestions welcome.
 
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