As a contractor by weekdays and handyman around the house by weekends, I love writing reviews on power tools and decided it was time to check out the range of cordless drills. There is more to cordless drills than meets the eye so I took some time to really get into the details to find out the best one on the market today for the home handyman as well as for my professional jobs. My extensive research finally led me to the DeWALT DCD760KL 1/2-inch Lithium-Ion Cordless Drill.
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What to Look for When You Are On The Market?
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Based on my extensive experience using power tools, there are a few important elements to keep in mind when looking for cordless drill. These are:
Battery Voltage
Battery Types and Technology
Overall Weight
Speed Range and Torque
Chuck Size
Any additional features that will make us more efficient to finish our jobs
If you just buy a tool based on the price alone, or based on the nice look or color, then soon you are destined for trouble particularly if you are going to be using the cordless drill on a regular basis. So stick with me here as I will be explaining each of those elements in relation to the DeWALT DCD760KL Cordless Drill.
What Battery Voltage? What Type and Technology used?
Cordless tools powered by battery. Hence, one of the most important components of a cordless tools is the battery itself, what voltage the battery is, what type of battery and technology the manufacturer implemented on their battery products. The first element is the battery voltage. And the greater the volts the faster the motor spins and therefore the more powerful the drill.
DeWALT DCD760KL powered by new 18-Volt compact Lithium-Ion batteries for top notch charging and long life battery usage. Lithium-Ion battery considered one of the best for cordless drill use. Compared to old technology of NiCad batteries which are commonly used in older models, Lithium-Ion batteries last longer and are lighter too. They also have a quick recharging characteristics so you can get back to your job much quicker. The Compact Lithium-Ion batteries will quickly charge in just 30 minutes and you are ready to go. DeWALT include not only 1 but 2 (two) batteries for longer runtime. This batteries are amazingly provide back compatibility with any of the existing battery system of DeWALT 18-Volt power tools produced since 1996, which is really big saving in case you already have other DeWALT cordless tools. With 2 (two) Lithium-Ion batteries in the package and super quick charger, you will experience very minimal downtime for your project.
Power VS Weight
As mentioned earlier, this DeWALT DCD760KL use high power 18-Volt batteries, and it does have a downside that generally the more volts you have the heavier the battery and therefore the heavier the drill will be. So you need to keep this in mind when choosing a drill. Think about whether you will be using it for long periods. If so, you don't want anything too heavy - you will really be feeling it by the end of the day.
This DeWALT DCD760KL is powered by 18-Volt battery, making it so powerful but amazingly lightweight at just 4.0 lbs, so that it won't put undue pressure on your wrist. You'll thank it by end of the day or after a long jobs.
Speed Range and Torque
DeWalt DCD760KL offers the convenience of a Dual Speed Ranges of 0-500 and 0-1,700 RPM (Rotations Per Minute) for optimal versatility. Use lower speed for driving screws while higher speed for drilling holes. DeWalt DCD760KL equipped with 17 clutch settings! That's a lot of settings to serve you for various projects. Most cordless drills have a clutch setting to limit the torque for different jobs. Located immediately behind the chuck, the clutch (an internal mechanism) will disengage the drive shaft of the drill and make a clicking sound when a preset level of resistance is reached. This will prevent not stripping screws and at the same time protects your drill's motor. As a basic reference, better drills tend to have more clutch settings.
What is 1/2-Inch Chuck Size?
Drills on the market typically available in one of two different-sized chucks, 3/8-inch or 1/2-inch. These measurements refer to the largest drill bit shank the chuck can accept. Generally most drills have 3/8-inch chuck but this DeWalt DCD760KL has a 1/2-inch chuck, meaning that it can be used with 1/2 inch drill bits, offering greater flexibility.
Any Additional Features?
Additional nice feature is LED Work Light which provides increased visibility in confined spaces and dark areas.
What Warranty Provided?
Buying DeWALT DCD760KL Cordless Drill is a risk-free business. It's backed by a limited three-year warranty, 90-day money-back guarantee, one-year free service contract, and two-year free service contract on the batteries.
What's Included In The Package?
DCD760KL Cordless Drill/Driver
2 (two) Compact Lithium-Ion Batteries
30-minute yellow top Lithium/NiCad Charger (meaning it can be used to charge NiCad battery as well)
Heavy-Duty Carrying Case
DeWALT DCD760KL Cordless Drill
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Bosch PS31-2A 12-Volt Max 3/8-Inch Drill/Driver Feature
- Compact and Lightweight - Shortest height and head length along with lightest weight make this tool great for overhead/tight area work.
- 3/8" Single Sleeve Chuck - Newly developed compact duty tool to accommodate 90% of common applications with 3/8" single sleeve chuck.
- Fuel Gauge - Easier battery management for continued work.
- 2 Speeds (1st - 0-350 RPM / 2nd - 0-1,300 RPM) - 2X Faster driving and drilling than competition.
- Improved LED Light - Light to illuminate working area
Bosch PS31-2A 12-Volt Max 3/8-Inch Drill/Driver Overview
3 8'' single sleeve chuck. 220 in. lb. of max torque. 2 speeds (1st 0 400 RPM) 2nd 0 1100 RPM). Small enough to reach into tight areas and corners. Light to illuminate working area. Lightweight only 2.4 lb. Includes: 2 batteries, 30 minute charger and carry case.
Bosch PS31-2A 12-Volt Max 3/8-Inch Drill/Driver Specifications
Featuring a compact, lightweight design for easy handling overhead and in tight spaces, the Bosch 12-Volt Max Drill/Driver lets you tackle professional jobs with ease. Offering high torque and the convenience of two speed settings, this tool is powerful and user-friendly for fast, efficient drilling and driving. It comes with two batteries, a charger, and a carrying case.
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At a Glance: - Compact, 7-inch head length to fit into tight corners
- Two speeds and 20+1 torque settings for precise adjustment
- 3/8-inch single-sleeve chuck useful for 90 percent of all applications
- Includes two batteries, charger, and case
- One-year limited warranty
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Compact Size for Tight Areas and CornersThe drill/driver features a compact, lightweight build with a 7-inch head length and 2-pound body. This streamlined design makes the drill small enough to fit into tight areas, and well-suited for continuous overhead work.
Two Speeds with 20+1 Torque Adjustment
Versatile and easy to handle, the drill/driver has a 3/8-inch sleeveless chuck that will accommodate 90 percent of common applications. With 265 in./lbs. of torque, two speeds (0-350 rpm and 0-1,300 rpm), and 20+1 torque settings, you can make precise torque adjustments for accurate screw driving.
LED Light for Improved Visibility
With this small drill/driver you can work anywhere, anytime. An integrated LED illuminates dark corners and low-light areas so your visibility is never compromised.
Warranty Information
The Bosch 12-Volt Max Drill/Driver is backed by a manufacturer's one-year limited warranty.
What's in the Box
Drill/driver, two batteries, charger, and carrying case.
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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.
