The
cordless drill has become an essential tool
for anyone working with wood because of its flexibility
and ease of use. With a cordless drill it is
no longer necessary to string power cords all
over the place when working around your house – simple
bit insertion, multi-speed options, and drill-depth
clutches mean that you can take the power of
a corded drill anywhere you need to work.
When you are looking for a cordless drill you
will find a bewildering array of manufacturers
offering hundreds of different models of cordless
drills. Knowing a bit about some of these manufacturers
and their products can help you make your choice.
Panasonic
Although relatively new to the cordless drill
market, Panasonic cordless drills are some of
the most powerful on the market. Panasonic cordless
drills utilize Panasonic's experience and innovation
in the electronics market.
Panasonic cordless drills range in power from
12 Volts to 18 Volts. You can choose from drill
drivers and hammer drills, each with enough power
to handle the toughest jobs you do. Some Panasonic
cordless drills come as part of combo kits, giving
you a choice of cordless tools using the same
cordless battery technology.
Milwaukee
Milwaukee cordless drills are also powerful
enough to handle your toughest jobs, with drills/drivers
and hammer drills ranging from 12 to 18 Volts.
Milwaukee tools have long had a great reputation
for power and durability, and Milwaukee cordless
drills are no exception. Milwaukee cordless drills
come with side grip handles, as well as 18 Volt
drills with a D-handle for greater control. Milwaukee
cordless drills come with extra long battery
life so you can work longer on a single charge.
Makita
Makita was one of the first manufacturers to
pioneer cordless tool technology, and Makita
cordless drills still lead the industry in power
and reliability. Makita cordless drills come
in a wide variety of power options. For light
duty, a 4.8 Volt Makita cordless drill offers
versatile drilling for many applications. The
most powerful Makita cordless drills utilize
the 24 Volt MAKSTAR system, which allows for
intelligent charging and maximum power.
When it comes time to buy a cordless drill you
will be forced to decide between many different
great models and manufacturers. Any of the manufacturers
discussed here will provide you with a powerful
and versatile cordless drill.
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