Tips for buying a cordless drill

A cordless drill is a machine that everyone undoubtedly has in their home. It is an electric tool. The drill gets its energy from a battery. Cordless drills come in various types, from various brands and in various price ranges. Are you planning to purchase a cordless drill? Then we offer some tips in this blog article.

The battery & the battery charger

The battery is a great advantage. You are no longer dependent on an outlet, and you do not have to deal with a long cord. However, you should keep in mind that a battery can die. When you buy a cordless drill, you get a charger. In most cases this is a quick charger, and it charges the batteries within about 1 hour. If you are going to work a lot with the cordless drill, it is convenient to purchase a 2nd battery, then you can continue working while the other battery is charging.

The transmission & the acceleration

The strength of the cordless drill depends on the quality of the transmission. The transmission is also known as the torque. Torque is expressed in Nm and this is the force with which the drill spins. With a higher torque you can use the drill for a larger diameter or you can drill through harder material. In addition, many cordless drills have a mechanical gearbox. These can be set to 2 positions: a gear for high speed & less power, or a gear for low speed & more power. If you are going to be screwing then it is best to do so at low rpm and if you are going to be farming then it is best to do so at high rpm.

The slip clutch

When the cordless drill encounters too much resistance, the slip clutch makes the farmer (or screw bit) stop turning. This is nice because it prevents the drill from jamming and the screw head from spinning. Most drills are equipped with this clutch. These are some tips for buying a cordless drill. The most important tip is to first consider what use you will need the drill for. Is it for light work around the house? Or for heavier work, for example drilling into rocks? From this point you can think about the specifications: the torque, the gear and other extras you may or may not need. In Toolnation's webshop we offer an extensive range of cordless drills. These machines are from the best brands, such as Festool, Bosch, Hikoki, Makita, Milwaukee and more. You can easily buy your cordless drill online at Toolnation.