Cordless drills are used for drilling holes and driving screws. They are powered by electricity and cordless, meaning they don’t need to be plugged into an outlet to work. Cordless drills come with two batteries: lithium-ion or nickel-cadmium (NiCd). Lithium-ion batteries last longer than NiCd ones but cost more. You should also consider whether you want a variable or fixed-speed drill and how much torque or power you need from your drill.
The following is a guide to buying a cordless drill:
Know your drill type
There are three main types of cordless drills: hammer drills, impact drivers, and standard drills. A hammer drill is designed specifically for concrete, brick, and masonry work. It has a chisel bit on one end to break up concrete, while the other end has an impact mechanism that uses vibrations to remove small chunks of material (for example, when drilling into concrete). An impact driver is designed for use with hardened steel fasteners such as lag bolts and hex head screws, making it ideal for working on cars and other vehicles. A standard drill is designed for general-purpose work, such as drilling holes in wood or metal surfaces.
Look at the battery life
This is one of the most important features to consider when buying a cordless drill, as it can make or break your experience with the tool. If you need your drill to last all day long, then you’ll want something with long battery life. But if you only need it for short jobs here and there, then you don’t need to worry too much about this feature.
Check out your charging options
The more charging options your drill has, the better off you’ll be in the long run. Some drills only come with one type of charger, while others offer multiple options, including wall outlets and car chargers, so you don’t have to worry about running out of juice while on the go.
Some cordless drills come with an onboard charger, while others require an external charger plugged into an outlet. If you want the convenience of charging directly from an outlet without having to worry about plugging in another device, look for a drill with an onboard charger instead of one that requires an external charger.
Look at the clutch position
The clutch position on a cordless drill determines how much torque it can deliver. A lower number means more torque, while higher numbers mean less torque. If possible, you should look for a clutch with at least 18 settings. The more settings there are, the easier it will be to use your drill on different materials and surfaces.
Choose a length that suits you
Cordless drills come in different lengths depending on what kind of work they’re intended for and how tall or short you are as an individual user. Shorter models tend to be easier to use in confined spaces where there isn’t much room to move around freely, while longer ones are better suited for jobs like framing walls and decks. Whatever kind of job you’re doing, make sure you choose a model that feels comfortable in your hands when holding it outstretched with both hands straight out from your body at full extension without bending over or leaning.