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Hitachi DS18DFL 18v Drill Driver

Hitachi DS18DFL 18v Cordless Drill Driver

This Drill Driver features:
- Two Speed Motor
- Variable Speed & Reverse
- Belt Hook with bit holder
- 20 minute charge time

Specifications:
Capacity: Wood: - 36mm, Metal - 13mm
Chuck capacity: - 13mm
Battery: - 2 x 1.5Ah Li-ion (BCL1815)
Charge time: - 20 minutes
No-Load Speed: - 0 to 400 /1200 /min
Max. Torque: - 41Nm
Overall Length: - 220mm
Weight: - 1.7kg

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Tips on DIY safety

The depth of cordless drill drivers is now massive, and all mains powered drills have their cordless battery equivalents. 9.6 volt to 14.4 volt drill/drivers might be used 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, should you need the drill to perform this type of work then you may look at the 18 volt models that are available. Then there are the 18 volt to 36 volt SDS type of drills. These are designed 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 designed 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.

Before cordless drill drivers arrived, most drills had pistol grips, where the handle is behind the motor like the handle of a gun. But most of today's cordless models are equipped with a T-handle: The handle base flares to prevent hand slippage and accommodate a battery. Because the battery is centered under the weight and bulk of the motor, a T-handle provides better overall balance, particularly in heavier drills. Also, T-handle drills might often get into tighter spaces because your hand is out of the way in the centre of the drill. But for heavy-duty drilling and driving large screws, a pistol grip does let you apply pressure higher up — almost directly behind the bit — allowing you to put more pressure on the work.

Accessories for drill drivers include bits for drilling wood, metal, ceramic, glass, and masonry. In addition to 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 should you have two batteries. What's more, there are drawbacks to fast charging. A quick recharge might damage a battery by generating excessive heat, unless it's a specially designed 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 prevent 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 used or charged immediately, some Li-ion batteries may provide more energy when brought to room temperature.

Drilling a hole isn't rocket science but it might be quite frustrating should you don't know how to do it. For example, should you try to use a wood auger bit to drill a hole in metal you'll ruin the bit, score the metal and possibly injure yourself in the process. Drilling a hole correctly, however, is something you might easily accomplish with a little practice.

Not all holes need to go all the way through the material. Some holes need only be a certain depth in the wood. The easiest way to make certain you drill the correct depth is to measure the necessary hole depth on your drill bit. Then mark that point on the bit with a marker or wrap some tape around the bit at the measured spot. Then when you drill only insert the drill bit to the mark or tape. You might also purchase bit collars that slide over the bit and are secured at the suitable depth. The collars usually attach with a small hex wrench or screwdriver. The drilling is undertaken and you have to get the bit out. Give the drill a little power to spin the bit and slowly pull it out of the hole. Don’t be too quick or pull it out without spinning the bit. Either of these may cause the bit to bind in the hole. The hole is complete and now you need to attach the fastener. Bits can be inserted into the drill turning the drill into a screwdriver or wrench. If you are attaching screws determine the size of the screw head and select a matching screwdriver bit. Connect the screwdriver bit to the drill in the same way you would other bits. Put the bit head in the screw head and squeeze the trigger. Be careful not to provide so much power that you go all the way through the material (should that’s not called for) or pressure the screw head too far down into the material. It’s easy to get carried away with the power of the drill. If you are attaching a bolt fastener you might also purchase bolt sockets that might be attached to the drill. Match the bit size with the bolt, attach the bit to the drill, and screw in the bolt.

As the name suggests masonry bits are designed for drilling into brick, block, stone, quarry tiles or concrete. The cutting tip is often made from tungsten carbide bonded to a spiralled steel shaft. Some masonry drill bits are described as 'durium tipped', this term refers to a highly durable silicon bronze alloy used instead of tungsten as the cutting point. Masonry bits are usually used in a power drill; although they might be used with a lot of effort in a hand brace. Most masonry bits might be used with a hammer action power drill driver, but always check as the action is quite punishing on the bit and cheaper bits have been known to shatter when subjected to the pounding. Always use a slow rotational speed for drilling into harder materials to avoid overheating the tip and frequently withdraw the bit to remove any dust. Long Masonry bits (300 to 400mm) are available for drilling through masonry walls and bit sizes range from 4 to 16mm. Use a drill sharpener or grindstone to sharpen the tungsten carbide tip.

DIY Safety tips:

Although RCDs are a vital safety aid, they can't guarantee 100% protection. Even with them in your home, isn't it better to make a long term investment in good safety practice by looking after appliances such as hedge cutters, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, drill drivers and sanders. 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.
Store tools in a safe place, out of the way of children and pets. Keep them in a box or a rack. When using knives, always cut away from you. Use a baton as a guide and run a sharp knife along the edge of it. Always store knives securely.

Always keep a chemical fire extinguisher in the house. Never use water to put out a fire in an electrical appliance. Gas and electrical work is best left to a registered professional.

Take extra care with old paint. Some old paint could give off harmful dust and pose a poisoning hazard should ingested by small children. You must not burn off old paint or rub it down with dry sandpaper or a power sander; you may clean up properly, using a high efficiency industrial vacuum cleaner with heavy duty filters. Have a basic First Aid kit accessible.

If you have any doubts whatsoever about how to safely use any material, or equipment, ask the manufacturer or supplier.

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