Power Drill or Driver
A power drill is an indispensable tool for woodworking or carpentry.
It makes the tasks of joining woodworking workpieces smooth and efficient.
It is a useful tool to have around home for DIY home renovation projects or to assemble furniture.
What is a power drill or driver?
A power drill/ driver is a tool with an electrical motor that is used for drilling holes or driving screws.
The adjustable chuck can hold various sizes of replaceable drill bits, screwdriver bits or other accessories used for sanding, polishing, grinding materials.
The chuck can be opened by rotating the drill collar or with a key that is inserted in the keyhole on the side of the chuck. The chuck is closed after placing the required bit in it.
Most power drills have several speed settings. The drills can be either used for driving in screws or driving out (removing) screws using the reverse setting.
Corded vs Cordless Power Drills
Corded power drills offer reliability in power as it is connected to an electrical outlet.
Cordless power drills operate on rechargeable batteries and provide freedom from the cords.
What is the power of power drills?
Corded power drills are powered by 110 volt electrical cord which is plugged to an electrical receptacle.
Cordless power drills are operated by rechargeable batteries. For light work an 8 volt battery may suffice and for mid to heavy work an 18 to 20 volt battery is needed.
What is an Impact drill or driver?
Impact drill or driver is used for drilling holes or driving screws that require high torque. There is a hammering action in the direction of rotation.
What is a Hammer drill or driver?
Hammer drill is used for drilling masonry. It provides hammering blows in the direction of rotation.
What to consider when buying a power drill or driver?
Consider size, weight, chuck size, rotation and power of the Power Drill. There are cordless and corded power drill options as well.
