A cordless drill/driver is very important in completing most home-improvement projects around the home. Whether you're hanging curtain rods, building a deck or fence, running electrical wires, or installing shelves in a closet, you'll need to drill holes and drive screws. You've gone to Sears, Wal-Mart, Home Depot, and Lowes. They all have at least 20 different cordless drills hanging on display. How do you decide which one is best for you?
Cordless drills have changed dramatically in the last two years and the newest generation features small size, powerful motors and fast charging lithium-ion batteries. Many of today's drills are half the weight and size of the same power drill 2 years ago. Don't let your husband or father tell you otherwise, these new cordless drills will do the work you need them to do. Today's drill/drivers put enough muscle into your hand to tame even the largest jobs without wearing you out from handling them all day. Five important measures of a quality cordless drill/driver are size, torque, speed, batteries, and clutch.
Expect to pay to 0 for a quality 180 inch/lb sub compact cordless drill/driver. 0 to 0 for a quality 320 -400 inch/lb compact drill/driver and 0 and more for a quality 500 inch/lb full size cordless drill.
SIZE - The physical size of the newest cordless drills is a lot smaller than the drills of just a year ago. The new sub-compact lithium drill/drivers weigh in at 2 lbs. The equivalent nicad powered cordless drill of just two years ago weighs in at 5.2 lbs. These new drills are easier to hold and allow you to get into tight places. All the new drills have lights to help you see inside of closets and work in normal household lighting situations. In fact many of the newest drills will easily fit in your kitchen drawer.
TORQUE - When I talk about a cordless drill's power, I'm really talking about how much rotational force, or torque, it produces. I am not talking about the battery voltage. This rating, in inch-pounds will help you compare one drill to the other and decide if the drill is big enough for the tasks you want it to do. 180 inch/lbs is enough power for most drilling, screwing and repair tasks around the home, 320 inch/lbs is enough for most home construction and remodeling tasks. Only consider a higher torque full size drill if you have a lot of lag bolts to set when building a deck, holes to drill in concrete, or using a large specialty attachment like a bulb auger (for planting tulip bulbs) When you're shopping for a cordless drill, read the box or go to the manufacturer's web site and look for the torque numbers on the specification page.
SPEED - Today's new lithium powered drills will have two or more variable speed settings. Usually a 0-600 rpm (revolutions per minute) and 1-1600 rpm. The lower speed is used for drilling large holes, driving large screws and precision tasks. The higher speed is used for drilling small holes, countersinking, and setting large numbers of smaller screws. When using your drill always start on the low speed setting and only switch to the higher speed when you get used to the task and find you can work accurately with the higher speed. Don't buy a cordless drill/driver with just one speed. The one speed is usually too slow for most tasks and many times is an indication of a cheap, low quality drill.
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS - A few years ago, environmentally friendly nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries began replacing the popular nickel-cadmium (NiCd) cells that powered most cordless tools. Those batteries have now been replaced with the same type of battery found in your cell phone, the lithium-ion (LiIon) battery. The new lithium-ion batteries have equal or better run time, half the weight, no memory issues, and the ability to hold a full charge for more than a year while sitting in your kitchen drawer. Prices have dropped on the lithium powered tools so much that buying a NiCad is no longer worthwhile choice. You can now purchase a good, lightweight homeowner drill with a lithium-ion battery for as little as .00.
Today's latest chargers are energy-star rated and are very efficient. The new chargers will also charge the batteries much faster than before. The newest chargers will charge a battery in 30 to 50 minutes. In most home repair projects one battery is all you need. With the new lithium batteries and chargers you can keep the battery fully charged and it will always be ready to work for you. For larger tasks, if you start a project with two fully-charged batteries, and always keep one on the charger, you'll be able to work constantly as the new chargers can "fill up" a depleted battery as fast as you can drain the one on the drill. You're probably not going to have wait for a battery unless you're driving screws nonstop. In my experience, when building outdoor furniture I use one drill for the pilot holes and one for putting in screws. The new chargers will charge batteries fast enough that I only have to keep one extra battery on charge and I can work constantly without having to wait on the charger.
The cordless drill manufactures have yet to figure out that it would be beneficial to have the battery connect to the drill the same way so you could use the batteries on more than one brand, but a few retailers have developed lines of cordless tools that all work off the same battery. One manufacture has over 35 home repair and lawn and garden tools that use the same lithium battery. I personally would not even consider buying a NiMH or NiCd battery powered cordless drill anymore. Make sure you can remove the battery from the drill. There are a few cordless drills out there that have the batteries permanently attached to drill. This does not allow you to charge a battery while using the drill. This is another sign of a cheap drill.
CLUTCH CONSISTENCY - All of the quality cordless drill/drivers will have an adjustable clutch (A set of numbers between the chuck and the body of the drill.) A clutch stops the chuck from turning when it encounters a set amount of resistance. This prevents the drill/driver from destroying the screw-head, breaking the screw, or driving it too deeply into wood. Most quality drills today have from 16 to 25 clutch settings so you can fine-tune it and set your screws to the proper depth.
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The perfect addition to any tool box or tool belt, the Makita 10.8V Ultra-Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless 2-Piece Combo Kit delivers pro power and pro speed in an ultra-compact design. The LCT203W includes two cordless tools for drilling, driving, and fastening, and each tool is powered by Makita's 10.8V Ultra-Compact Lithium-Ion Battery and the ENERGY STAR rated Makita Charger.
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Built for a Variety of Applications
The LCT203W delivers two ultra-compact cordless solutions for a wide range of drilling, driving, and fastening tasks. These powerful yet compact cordless tools are built for maintenance professionals, repairmen, remodelers, electricians, cabinet installers, and any general contractor seeking an ultra compact cordless driver-drill and impact driver with pro power and pro speed. The LCT203W is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best-in-class engineering.
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As one of the pioneers driving the cordless tool revolution, Makita changed the game with its breakthrough 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Series. Three years after its debut, Makita's LXT Series has grown from seven to over 35 tools, providing a wide range of cordless solutions for professional tradesmen. Makita also added 18V Compact Lithium-Ion for cordless power in a more compact size. Makita now offers 10.8V Ultra-Compact Lithium-Ion and 7.2V Lithium-Ion cordless power tools. These cordless tools deliver pro power and pro speed in an ultra-compact size. The battery charging system for the 10.8V and 7.2V Lithium-Ion batteries is ENERGY STAR rated for its efficient charging process. Makita's growing line of ultra-compact cordless tool solutions includes driver-drills and impact drivers, as well as rechargeable flashlights and several different combo kits.
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Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are more compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit makitatools.com. Makita is Best-in-Class Engineering.
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Every Makita Lithium-Ion tool is backed by Makita's 3-Year Warranty that covers repair due to defects in materials or workmanship up to three years from the date of original purchase. Makita Lithium-Ion batteries and chargers have a limited 1-Year Warranty. Please see makitatools.com for complete details.
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Makita LCT203W 10.8V Ultra Compact Lithium-Ion Two-Piece Combo Kit includes: Driver-Drill, Impact Driver, two 10.8V Lithium-Ion batteries, battery charger, and tool case.
The portable compressors do vary in their size and according to their performance power. There are various types of compressors that are available and the choice depends on what tools you would be using. You must first check the strength of your tools and then select the model which would suit them the most. It is advisable to opt for a little more powerful than required so that it is always sufficient to do all your work.
Whatever type of the item do you purchase, you need to maintain some safety rules and take some precautions before starting off with the job. You should always wear goggles while working with the instruments, to protect your eyes. Protective clothing like long-sleeved shirt and full trousers should be worn while operating the equipment. Work boots or sturdy sneakers should be worn to protect the feet while working.
Types of Portable Compressors
The most commonly used air compressor is the portable rotary screw one. Their power level ranges from 65-1600 cubic feet/minute. The pressure ratings range from 100-350 PSI. The choice of compressors depends on the tools that you generally use in your workshop. Contractors generally use 185 CFM. That item is strong enough to power two tools simultaneously. It can perform well in both light and heavy-duty works.
The truck mounted compressors can be set up on the bed or under the hood. The models which can be mounted under hood are quite space-saving. The engine of the truck supplies the power for it to function and thus the cost of power is also saved to a great extent. The only problem is that the truck-engine must be kept running for the compressor to work.
The deck mounted compressors are mounted inside the truck-bed. It can be pulled out of it and left on the job site until the work is accomplished. This type has its own engine and so it does not rely on the vehicle for its performance. The only thing they need is a maintenance and fuel input to run.
There are some types of compressors that run on gasoline and there are some which runs on electricity. In both cases the air is stored in the holding tank and the tools are attached to it with a hose. The pressure which is controlled and regulated with a valve is indicated by the gauges fitted with the compressors.
Major Brands of Compressors
A very efficient range of air compressor systems are manufactured by Quincy. The rotary screw one, of their make ranges from 10 - 350 HP. These items are quite dependable and durable and make less noise. An array of models can be found-from the large, stationed cabinet type models to the small tank types.
The Husky air compressors are usually made to serve domestic purpose. It has a 1.75 gallon tank with a 135 PSI power and its performance is quite commendable for working on nailing guns and sprayers and also for insulation purposes. Also they are quite easy to handle with a telescope grip. The oil free pump in this model makes the whole thing quite easy to maintain and use.
The Husky model with a four gallon tank and 125 PSI power is quite good for performing with small tools and for spraying purposes. Tires and other such items can also be inflated by this model. It is quite a good buy for domestic works and also for small-scale woodworking units.
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