subject: An Introduction To Power Drills [print this page] You will find many varieties of power drills at your local hardware store. To the unsuspecting eye, they may all look alike. But not all drills are created equal.
There are a wide variety of drills on the market today that will handle everything from small household projects to large industrial work. So before your splurge, take a few minutes to learn about the variety of drills on the market today so that you can make a wise investment and choose the right one for you.
Drills With No Cords
A cordless drill is a basic drill that is used for most household repairs and light carpentry work. These are electric drills that are powered with a rechargeable battery. A smart purchase, cordless drills often double as electric screwdrivers.
Cordless drills are popular among professionals and weekend enthusiast alike because once fully charged, it is portable. Included with most drill is a carry box that holds the main drill and interchangeable bits.
However the more you use the drill, the quicker the battery will drain. Choose a drill that suits you most before buying it. Speed settings, voltage, and battery type and lifespan are among the things to consider.
Angle Drills
Areas that a typical drill, or person, can't reach are the reasons for angle drills. Angle drills have necks that pivot allowing the tool to access spots that are impossible for a straight-line tool. The unique agility of the angle drill for getting into tight spots is worth the investment despite not being as powerful as the other power drills.
Hammer-like Drills
Similar to the standard electric drills, a hammer drill is used for drilling into stone, brick or concrete. The drill's chuck pulsates rather than rotates to cut through tough masonry materials, this is where it gets it's name. Used more by the professional builders and craftspeople than by the do-it-yourselfers.
Mounted Drills
Mounted on a work table, a drill press is a type of stationary drill. A drill press is a handy tool in many workshops for everything from sanding and polishing by using the appropriate drill heads (although not always recommended, check with your dealer) to the obvious, drilling holes. A drill press is a handy tool to have because you can use it hands-free. Rather than using your muscle to control the direction and pressure of the drill, you can clamp your work in place and direct the drill bit to the desired spot. This makes the drilling more precise and accurate.
This tool is not just for the hardware workshop. It is also a popular tool with crafts people and jewelry artists alike.
Today's hardware market offers many drills you can choose from. So do a little thinking and a little research to find out which product is best for you before putting out the cash.
