Cordless Screwdriver

[JimInMiami]

Really glad to hear it's working for you. I've been surprised how much I'm using it for other tasks around the house but I've grown very comfortable with it at this point... knowing where to set the clutch for various jobs and being able to rely upon it to not over-tighten or strip various materials.

Absolutely, thanks again for the tip!!

 

[MaxxPain]

Wow, even better.

I use a Bosch PS20-2A. Great tool. Great clutch. Battery lasts and lasts.

 

[Voodoobrew]

Dewalt makes two 12v drills with adjustable clutches, i use both of them but i like the hex driver most. If your just getting one the standard chuck is better because it holds round bits too.

Im sure other brands work well but u used these for light construction, if you get the impact/drill combo the impact can sink a 3in wood screw into old wood, which is pretty impressive. Also helps with wife agro..



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[oldblue2010]

My vote for the Walmart Hyper Tough it's a neat little tool and for building and maintaining my fleet - this thing has really saved me a lot of time and effort.

 

[usert_l]

I got some cheap 1/4" driver tips for my Hyper Tough cordless driver. No idea how durable these are. The tips are not precision ground but they do seem to fit inside the hex head OK. Hope they hold up under light duty use.

 

[CODYBOY]

I got some cheap 1/4" driver tips for my Hyper Tough cordless driver. No idea how durable these are. The tips are not precision ground but they do seem to fit inside the hex head OK. Hope they hold up under light duty use.

I really hope they work out for you, but I have found that you will be more likely to strip out the heads of your screws with the softer non machined material. They should suffice for a while but try to get a good set when you have the $$$$ "thumbsup"
Ernie

 

[OnTheTrail]

For those of you that have had the Hyper Tough 4V Lithium for a while now, how has the battery life been? Not how long you go between charges but after a year of owning it, does it still hold a charge?

I got a larger Hyper Tough lithium cordless drill to keep in my camper and after a year, the battery was junk. A new battery from Walmart was only a buck or two difference from a complete new drill (same one) so I bought it again. That one went bad after a few months. I even made sure the battery was removed from the tool when stored. Also, left it in the house during the cold winter months.

I'm interested in the small 4V you folks like but just curious on the longevity of the battery.




https://www.walmart.com/ip/Hyper-To...e-LED-Light-Magnetic-Bit-Holder-Bits/45466955

 

[high plains drifter]

While I haven't had any noticeable issues with the battery life, I haven't really kept a close eye on it. I've had mine for quite a while now... maybe 9-10 months. I don't keep it charged constantly and in fact I'm pretty bad about waiting till I need it and then having to charge it. The times that I do remember ahead of time to charge it, I haven't noticed any significant drop in power or run time. Generally though I use it for light duty jobs. Maybe relevant to the topic... A couple weeks ago I had to remove a heavy solid wood exterior door ( 24 screws) and after removing only one screw with a manual phillips driver I decided to use my HyperTough cordless instead. I was actually impressed at first because these were some pretty stubborn screws... 2" and 20 years old... and the little cordless got 'em out. I had the clutch maxed out and imo I was asking a lot of this tool for this particular job.... especially given the fact that it wasn't even fully charged. And after probably 8-10 or maybe half the screws, it finally started to peter out. I went back in with my Makita 18vt impact to finish the job.

So idk if I've helped out with your inquiry but for small lightweight jobs, no I haven't experienced any notable decrease in power or run time but again, I really haven't been monitoring it's performance.

 

[Stormin2u]

I got some cheap 1/4" driver tips for my Hyper Tough cordless driver. No idea how durable these are. The tips are not precision ground but they do seem to fit inside the hex head OK. Hope they hold up under light duty use.

I've got the same Hyper Tough driver. I've had mine for over a year with no issues, it holds a charge for a long time. For $15 bucks at Walmart it would be hard to go wrong. Walmart actually has a hard time keeping them in stock.

 

[OnTheTrail]

While I haven't had any noticeable issues with the battery life, I haven't really kept a close eye on it. I've had mine for quite a while now... maybe 9-10 months.....
So idk if I've helped out with your inquiry but for small lightweight jobs, no I haven't experienced any notable decrease in power or run time but again,....

I've got the same Hyper Tough driver. I've had mine for over a year with no issues, it holds a charge for a long time. For $15 bucks at Walmart it would be hard to go wrong. Walmart actually has a hard time keeping them in stock.

That's what I needed to know.

Thanks!

 

[Vitamin_J]

How do you like the inline version? I'm leaning towards Dewalt's pistol grip but haven't pulled the trigger yet. ... Get it?! Ahhahaha:shock:


The inline - appears to me - to be awkward to use vs the pistol grip. Tell me the pros/cons.


I need to get my hands on both and try 'em.

This is the ULTIMATE electric screwdriver for small, delicate screws and models. I use them at work to build drones where stripping a screw is not an option. The adjustable torque settings combined with the super intuitive gyro screw action means that you can feel the threads engage and slowly torque them down the perfect amount every time without stripping anything. It has fully variable speed, not just an on-off switch like the cheap ones. The variable speed is KEY to not stripping screws. It literally is like a rock crawler screwdriver with super slow speed and precision torque.

I much prefer the pistol grip. There is a version that you can switch back and forth between inline and pistol grip: https://amzn.to/3rlEruR

It is completely worth the money and then some. I own 3 and keep them in different places so I always have it ready because its so useful and such a TIME SAVER! Seriously, no one has time for Allen wrenches.

It also has a cool saddle back thing that holds two extra bits so you can keep it loaded with all the stuff you use most often. A+ would buy again!

 

[r.shackleford]

This is the ULTIMATE electric screwdriver for small, delicate screws and models. I use them at work to build drones where stripping a screw is not an option. The adjustable torque settings combined with the super intuitive gyro screw action means that you can feel the threads engage and slowly torque them down the perfect amount every time without stripping anything. It has fully variable speed, not just an on-off switch like the cheap ones. The variable speed is KEY to not stripping screws. It literally is like a rock crawler screwdriver with super slow speed and precision torque.

I much prefer the pistol grip. There is a version that you can switch back and forth between inline and pistol grip: https://amzn.to/3rlEruR

It is completely worth the money and then some. I own 3 and keep them in different places so I always have it ready because its so useful and such a TIME SAVER! Seriously, no one has time for Allen wrenches.

It also has a cool saddle back thing that holds two extra bits so you can keep it loaded with all the stuff you use most often. A+ would buy again!

This dewalt is the best one out there. Bought mine two years ago. Best cordless out there

 

[RCforfun]

hands down the best, Clutch, 2 speed, plenty of power, yet also has that soft touch needed so you dont strip fine/small screws. I have used one of these for 15 + years now.
I work in IT, I used this repair 30 laptops a day! It works great for all hobbies! Give it a try, you will never go back!!

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...x-Screwdriver-2-Battery-Kit-2101-22/203857652

 

[ovidiugm]

Using both no-name inline screwdriver and a pistol-shape Bosh, I can tell one thing, their torque limiters are not to be trusted when it's about M3 screws in (half-stripped, sometimes) plastic.
I just drive the screws in and out with these, but I tighten by hand. To be honest, when one is empty or can't find it, I just use the other one and it makes no difference.

Oh, about high rpm or two-speed - on some occasions they may heat up the screw and strip the plastic during the process, especially for very long screws driven first time into untapped new parts.

 

[MaX-D]

Using both no-name inline screwdriver and a pistol-shape Bosh, I can tell one thing, their torque limiters are not to be trusted when it's about M3 screws in (half-stripped, sometimes) plastic.
I just drive the screws in and out with these, but I tighten by hand. To be honest, when one is empty or can't find it, I just use the other one and it makes no difference.

Oh, about high rpm or two-speed - on some occasions they may heat up the screw and strip the plastic during the process, especially for very long screws driven first time into untapped new parts.

I've also never relied on a clutch. I always stop short when driving a screw and tighten by hand as well

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[HugoBiermann]

I’m still using a 2003 model IXO. Only replaced the 18650 battery once and upped it to a 3000mAH sony from the 2200 sanyo. No clutch. But works wonderfully for my needs. Will eventually replace it with something with a clutch, if it dies....

I had to get the kids a drill too because they were messing with the ixo all the time:

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[el_Fernando]

Man I went super cheap for my cordless screwdriver. The Bauer cheapo from Harbor Freight is perfect, cost me like 18 bucks. Batt lasts along time too - https://www.harborfreight.com/4v-lithium-ion-14-in-cordless-screwdriver-kit-64313.html

I mainly use Porter Cable for more home repair stuff.

 

[cartronicshn]

I've had this Chicago Pneumatic drill for over 3 years, both batteries are still running strong, i really like it."thumbsup"

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[swervo]

I can recommend the wiha speedee 2 . This is expensive but worth it .
Don 't buy the original speedee . Only the "2" .
Has two torque settings , the high is perfect on metal and low setting does not strip plastic threads .
I like the inline style because it fits in my travelling toolbox .
You can spin the bolt in with power then let go the collar and tighten by hand .
The driver accepts 6mm adapters so i had to file a quarter inch hex adapter down to fit .

 

[DRED805]

I can recommend the wiha speedee 2 . This is expensive but worth it .
Don 't buy the original speedee . Only the "2" .
Has two torque settings , the high is perfect on metal and low setting does not strip plastic threads .
I like the inline style because it fits in my travelling toolbox .
You can spin the bolt in with power then let go the collar and tighten by hand .
The driver accepts 6mm adapters so i had to file a quarter inch hex adapter down to fit .

Damn, that thing is sweet. Not taking 1/4" bits is a deal breaker for me, though.