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Black & Decker CD14CA 14.4v Cordless Drill Driver

The Black & Decker CD14CA 14.4 Drill Driver makes a perfect addition to any DIY enthusiasts tool box. This drill driver is top quality, and competitively priced and has been designed to provide optimal user comfort with a mid mounted, soft grip handle providing maximum balance & lessend fatigue. It also has variable speed control, with adjustable torque settings, for gentle starting and precise drilling, screwdriving and a keyless chuck for quick bit changing.

Black& Decker CD14CA Specifications:
* 14.4v Motor plus 1.2A/hr battery
* Variable speed control with reverse action - 0 to 750rpm
* Max. drilling capacities (dia.) - wood 25mm, steel 10mm
* 5 torque settings for driving various materials and sizes of screws
* 10mm keyless chuck makes bit changing quick and simple
* Battery re-charge time approx. 3 hours (charger included)
* Reverse switch for added versatility
* Supplied with kit box & 8 screwdriver bits with handy on-board accessory storage cup
* Comes with a 2 year manufacturer warranty

Choosing the right drill

Superb examples of 12v Cordless Drill Drivers include the Black & Decker CD12CA 12v, Bosch GSR12-23 12v, DeWalt DC7442AV 12v, Hitachi 12DVF3 12v, Makita 6319DWDE3 12v, and also the Ryobi CHD1202 12v

In Case 14.4v Cordless Drill Drivers are better suited, then make sure to look at the Black & Decker Lithium Ion 14.4v, Bosch PSR14Li-2 Lithium Ion 14.4v, DeWalt DC728KA 14.4v[/LINK], the Hitachi DSDL Li-Ion 14.4v,Makita BHP442RFE14.4v, or the Ryobi CCD-1441 14.4v

For all your your 18v Cordless Drill Drivers requirements, go take a look at the Black & Decker CD18CA 18v, Bosch PSR18-2 Li-Ion 18v Drill Driver, DeWalt DC759KB 18v Drill Driver, Hitachi DS18DL 18v Drill Driver, the Makita 6390DZ 18v Drill Driver or the Ryobi CCD-181M One+ 18v Drill Driver

DIY Safety Tips

The number of cordless drill drivers is now immense, and all mains powered drills have their cordless battery equivalents. 9.6 volt to 14.4 volt drill/drivers might be utilized as a rotary drill or screwdriver. 12 volt to 18 volt cordless drill drivers can also have a hammer action. 12 and 14.4 volt machines are ok on hammer action for brick but would struggle drilling concrete and other hard masonry, if you need the drill to perform this type of work then you should look at the 18 volt models that are available. Then there are the 18 volt to 36 volt SDS type of drills. These are made for masonry work, and with a chuck adaptor these might be turned into rotary drill drivers. Also with the SDS type of cordless drill you might get some of them with roto stop which then turns them into a demolition hammer drill.

Electric rotary drill drivers are made mainly for drilling metal and wood. This type of drill is normally small and compact. Motor sizes range from around 500 watts. The lower wattage motors are ok for drilling small holes or minimal use, the more powerful motored machines may cope with larger size holes and more frequent use. The chuck size is another thing to check, the smaller drill drivers have a chuck which may only accept drill bits up to 10mm diameter the larger chuck size is 13mm.

Any tool should feel like an extension of your hand. The tool may feel great while standing in the store aisle but try to imagine what it may feel like after a few hours of use. While in the store make sure all controls are convenient, and check to see if the forward/reverse and high/low speed switches in particular are easy to use.

Accessories for drill drivers include drill bits for drilling wood, metal, ceramic, glass, and masonry. In addition to drill bits other accessories include hole saws, screwdriver bits, files, rasps, and sanders.

All cordless drill drivers come with a battery charger, with recharge times ranging from 15 minutes to three hours. But faster isn't necessarily better. A contractor might depend on fast recharges, but slower recharging isn't usually a concern at home, especially if you have two batteries. What's more, there are drawbacks to fast charging. A fast recharge might damage a battery by generating excessive heat, unless it's a specially made unit. If you want a speedy recharge, go with a tool from Makita, Hitachi or Panasonic, whose "smart" chargers are equipped with temperature sensors and feedback circuitry that protect batteries. These units provide a charge in as little as nine minutes without battery damage.

If a Li-ion battery is stored with too low a charge, there is a risk of allowing the charge to drop below the battery's low-voltage threshold, resulting in an unrecoverable dead battery. Once the charge has dropped to this level, recharging it might be dangerous. Some batteries therefore feature an internal safety circuit which may stop charging in this state, and the battery may be for all practical purposes dead. In circumstances where a second Li-ion battery is available for a given device, it is recommended that the unused battery be discharged to 40% and placed in the refrigerator to prolong its shelf life. While the battery might be utilized or charged immediately, some Li-ion batteries may provide more energy when brought to room temperature.

For most applications around the house a small set of common twist drill bits may normally serve your needs. You'll also need a drill to turn the drill bits and some tools to measure and mark where you want the hole. This includes a ruler or tape measure, a pencil or scribe and if working with metal, a centre punch and a hammer. The first and most important step is marking where you want the hole. You might also use a scribe on wood or plastic. Sometimes even a pencil may work well. As long as you might see your marks and they don't rub off when working your material it doesn't normally matter. Without a punch mark, the bit would drift around. If it did eventually catch, it would quite likely be in the wrong location.

A drill without a drill bit is useless. A drill bit is the piece at the end of the drill that does the actual drilling. Drill bits come in a wide variety of sizes (diameter) and length. First you have to insert the bit into the drill. The end of the drill’s barrel has an opening. Insert the dull end of the drill bit into this hole. Now you have to tighten the drill bit into this hole so the bit is secure and does not come free. This is accomplished in one of two ways. The most traditional way is to use a chuck key. The chuck key is a small piece of petal shaped in a right angle. One piece of the key fits into the tightening collar around the bit. There is a hole there for that purpose. Then you simply turn the key clockwise tightening the collar over the bit. Turn it clockwise to tighten. Turn it counter-clockwise to loosen the collar and free the bit. When you do this make certain the drill is unplugged from its power source. This is a safety precaution. The second way does not include a chuck key. Instead there are usually two tightening collars. The bit is inserted in the outer most collar. Grasp this collar with one hand holding it steady. With a small bit of power provided by squeezing the trigger the loose collar spins freely and tightens the bit into the collar. If you want to tighten the bit the collar must spin clockwise. If you want to loosen the bit the collar must turn counter-clockwise. The direction of the collar’s spin is determined by moving a switch on the drill usually located close to the trigger. Now your drill is ready to go. You now have the correct bit size and it is securely settled into the drill. You are ready to drill. First make certain the bit is the suitable material for the material you are drilling. Select a bit made for metal if you are drilling through metal and select a bit made for wood when drilling through wood. Using the incorrect bit may damage the bit and perhaps not accomplish the task. Using a wood bit on metal often does not penetrate the metal. When you have marked on the material to be drilled where you want the hole mark it with a pencil or marker with a dot or ‘x’. Place the drill bit exactly on the mark, squeeze the drill trigger and give just the slightest push to the drill. Let the drill do the work. Be patient and don’t pressure the drill bit through the hole. Try to keep the drill as perpendicular to the material as possible.

Twist drill bits are available coated with Titanium nitride (TiN). These are easily identified by the gold like colour. This coating increases the hardness of the bit and adds a self-lubricating property. The coating is only really effective when metal is being drilled, it has little effect when working with other materials. Twist drill bits are usually available in sizes 0.8-12 mm plus. They are made for drilling relatively small holes and they sometimes tend to clog quickly especially when the wood is 'green'. When drilling deep holes (especially in hardwood) the drill bits should be withdrawn regularly to remove the waste. Special care is required when using the smallest sizes since these drill bits are thin and brittle. Always hold the drill square to the work and apply only light pressure when drilling. To sharpen use a drill sharpener, a grindstone jig or an oilstone. Titanium nitride drill bits cannot be sharpened without destroying the coating (although if the drill needs sharpening, the coating may probably have already been destroyed). Forming the correct angle at the tip is important for efficient cutting.

DIY Safety tips:

If a fuse blows for no obvious reason or an appliance is not working properly, switch off the appliance at the plug and unplug it before trying to find out why. If the fault can't be found or you are uncertain how to find the fault, get expert advice. The same principles apply to fuse boxes or circuit breakers - always switch off at the mains before you investigate and remember to replace the cover before switching back on.
Wear protective clothing including safety goggles, gloves and dust mask when working with potentially hazardous materials such as glass or spray paint. It is also advisable to wear a mask when working in a dusty environment e.g. sawing wood or MDF.

Ladders are one of the main causes of DIY accidents. Erect the ladder according to the manufacturer's instructions. Never lean to one side as you could lose balance. Don't rush as you're more likely to have an accident. Carefully plan the job before you start work. Know your limitations and consult a professional if you are unsure. It's also a good idea to ask someone if they can help you.

Do not work with electricity in damp or wet conditions. If you MUST, always use an RCD. Always place the cable of a hedge trimmer or mower over your shoulder and keep it behind you at all times.

Only wash with proprietary skin cleaners. Do not use solvents or other chemicals. Do not eat, smoke or drink while handling materials and wash before meals and snacks. Never dispose of chemicals into the drains. Dispose of rubbish carefully. Lay oily rags out flat outside to dry to avoid the possibility of spontaneous combustion.

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Compare Prices - Black & Decker CD14CA 14.4v

Black & Decker CD14CA 14.4v Cordless Drill Driver

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