Hitachi Drill Drivers

Hitachi DS18DFL 18v Drill Driver

Hitachi DS18DFL 18v Cordless Drill Driver

This Drill Driver features:
- Two Speed Motor
- Variable Speed & Reverse
- Belt Hook with bit holder
- 20 minute charge time

Specifications:
Capacity: Wood: - 36mm, Metal - 13mm
Chuck capacity: - 13mm
Battery: - 2 x 1.5Ah Li-ion (BCL1815)
Charge time: - 20 minutes
No-Load Speed: - 0 to 400 /1200 /min
Max. Torque: - 41Nm
Overall Length: - 220mm
Weight: - 1.7kg

Wonderful examples of 12v Cordless Drill Drivers include the Black & Decker CD12CA 12v, Bosch GSR12-23 12v, DeWalt DC727KA 12v, Hitachi 12DVF3 12v, Makita 6319DWDE3 12v, and including the Ryobi CHD1201 12v

In Case 14.4v Cordless Drill Drivers are better suited, then be sure to look at the Black & Decker Lithium Ion 14.4v Drill Driver, Bosch PSR14Li-2 Lithium Ion 14.4v Drill Driver, DeWalt DC757KB 14.4v Drill Driver, the Hitachi DSDL Li-Ion 14.4v Drill Driver,Makita 6339DWDE3 14.4v Drill Driver, or the Ryobi CCD-1441 14.4v Drill Driver

To adapt to your 18v Cordless Drill Drivers longings, why not view Black & Decker CD18CA 18v, Bosch PSR 18v Drill Driver, DeWalt DC920KB 18v Drill Driver, Hitachi DS18DL 18v Drill Driver, the Makita BDF452z 18v Drill Driver or the Ryobi CHP-1802M One+ 18v Drill Driver

Tips on DIY safety

Another vital aspect to think about is the amount of voltage a cordless drill driver has as the higher the voltage the more speed and torque the drill will have. The speed and torque of a cordless drill driver will help to determine how easy and speedy the drill is to use. Over the years the amount of voltage that these power tools have has increased and manufacturers such as Bosch and Hitachi now produce a range of cordless drill drivers including 12v, 14.4v and 18v. What needs to be considered here is that the more voltage the drill has the larger the battery will be thus affecting how heavy the drill will be.

Electric rotary drill drivers are made mainly for drilling metal and wood. This type of drill is normally small and compact. Motor sizes range from around 500 watts. The lower wattage motors are ok for drilling small holes or minimal use, the more powerful motored machines will cope with larger size holes and more frequent use. The chuck size is another thing to check, the smaller drill drivers have a chuck which will only accept drill bits up to 10mm diameter the larger chuck size is 13mm.

An adjustable clutch is what separates electric from cordless drill drivers. Located just behind the chuck, the clutch disengages the drive shaft of the drill, making a clicking sound, when a preset level of resistance is reached. The result is that the motor is still turning, but the screwdriver bit isn't. A clutch offers you control so you don't strip a screw or overdrive it once it's snug. It also helps protect the motor when a lot of resistance is met in driving a screw or tightening a bolt. The number of separate clutch settings varies on the drill; better drill drivers have at least 24 settings. With that numerous clutch settings, you can really fine-tune the power a drill driver delivers. Settings with the lowest numbers are for small screws, higher numbers are for larger screws. Many clutches also have a drill setting, which allows the motor to drive the bit at full power.

Drilling softwood, hardwood, metal, and masonry all require different drill speeds. Harder materials or larger bits have to be worked at lower speed. Conversely, softer materials and smaller bits can be utilized at higher speeds. Look for a drill with variable speed. Variable speed allows the user to control the bit speed, indispensable when you plan on working different materials and accessories.

All cordless drill drivers come with a battery charger, with recharge times ranging from 15 minutes to three hours. But faster isn't necessarily better. A contractor might depend on fast recharges, but slower recharging isn't usually a concern at home, especially should you have two batteries. What's more, there are drawbacks to fast charging. A speedy recharge can damage a battery by generating excessive heat, unless it's a specially made unit. If you want a speedy recharge, go with a tool from Makita, Hitachi or Panasonic, whose "smart" chargers are equipped with temperature sensors and feedback circuitry that protect batteries. These units provide a charge in as little as nine minutes without battery damage.

Lithium-ion batteries can rupture, ignite, or explode when exposed to high temperature environments, for example in an area that is prone to prolonged direct sunlight. Short-circuiting a Li-ion battery can cause it to ignite or explode, and as such, any attempt to open or modify a Li-ion battery's casing or circuitry is hazardous. Li-ion batteries contain safety tools that protect the cells inside from abuse, and, should damaged, can cause the battery to ignite or explode.

When drilling deep or large holes, it is best to drill a small pilot hole first. This is very helpful when drilling deep holes because it's sometimes easier to keep the hole straight with a smaller bit. A larger bit will then normally follow the pilot hole. When drilling larger holes, especially in metal, the pilot hole opens an area in the metal to accommodate the tip of the larger bit so the cutting surfaces can more easily reach the uncut metal. Once you've drilled your hole, you'll probably find a burr on the back surface of your material. This can be removed by lightly drilling the back side of the hole with a larger bit. If the material is thin, such as sheet metal, instead of a burr you may find the material is actually distorted leaving a ragged hole. This be prevented by sandwiching the material between two pieces of wood before you drill the hole. As with all tools, exercise caution, wear safety equipment and learn to use the tools properly.

There will be occasions when you have to drill a hole at an angle. In these cases drill carefully. You can draw a pencil line on the material noting the angle and then try to follow that pencil guide as you drill. There are also angle guides you can use. Place these over the spot you want drilled with the guide calibrated at the correct angle. Insert the drill bit into the guide and drill away. If you are drilling completely through the material when the drill bit begins to exit out the other side of the material be careful, especially with wood. The drill bit exiting the wood can splinter the wood around the exit point. If it will show, you might want to sand it smooth. Better yet prevent the splintering by covering the exit point with masking or duct tape. The tape will decrease should not prevent the splintering.

As the name suggests masonry bits are made for drilling into brick, block, stone, quarry tiles or concrete. The cutting tip is often made from tungsten carbide bonded to a spiralled steel shaft. Some masonry drill bits are described as 'durium tipped', this term refers to a highly durable silicon bronze alloy utilized instead of tungsten as the cutting point. Masonry bits are usually utilized in a power drill; although they can be utilized with a lot of effort in a hand brace. Most masonry bits can be utilized with a hammer action power drill driver, but always check as the action is quite punishing on the bit and cheaper bits have been known to shatter when subjected to the pounding. Always use a slow rotational speed for drilling into harder materials to avoid overheating the tip and frequently withdraw the bit to remove any dust. Long Masonry bits (300 to 400mm) are available for drilling through masonry walls and bit sizes range from 4 to 16mm. Use a drill sharpener or grindstone to sharpen the tungsten carbide tip.

DIY Safety tips:

If you need to change a mains fuse, check the correct rating for that circuit - the blown fuse might have been incorrect in the first place. Using a thicker fuse wire than the correct rating is hazardous. Switch off the power and remove the fuse for the relevant circuit before carrying out any work, or inspecting, either it, or the appliances connected to it. Never inspect, or carry out work on, any part of the system with the power on. Make sure that power cannot be inadvertently restored by someone else.
Always use the correct tools for the job. It is worth investing in high quality equipment as this will be safer and will probably do the job quicker.

When using a power drill, pick a model that has a plastic non-conducting body. Unplug the drill before fitting parts and remove the chuck key before switching it on. Avoid wearing loose clothing or jewellery, which could get caught in the drill.

Take extra care with old paint. Some old paint could give off harmful dust and pose a poisoning hazard should ingested by small children. You must not burn off old paint or rub it down with dry sandpaper or a power sander; you should clean up properly, using a high efficiency industrial vacuum cleaner with heavy duty filters. Have a basic First Aid kit accessible.

Be sure to double check the safety and condition of any working platform. Make sure that it can not move or give way. Never use ladders on top of working platforms.