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Hitachi DS18DL 18v Drill Driver

Hitachi Ds18Dl 18v Cordless Drill Driver

Features:
- High spec drill /drivers with all new Lithium Ion batteries
- Long life - unique protection circuit gives up to 1300 battery cycles
- Light weight - 40% lighter than Ni-MH batteries
- Standard battery fitting, compatible with existing Hitachi cordless tools
- 'Save power' mode reduces power to 55% - ideal for drilling smaller holes
- High maximum torque of 64Nm

Specifications:
Capacity: - Mild Steel - 13mm
Capacity :- Soft Wood - 50mm
Chuck Capacity: - 13mm
Battery: - 2 x EBM1830, 3.0Ah Li-Ion
No-Load Speed:- 0-200, 0-400, 0-800, 0-1600 /min
Torque Setting: - 22 stage
Maximum Torqu:e: - 64Nm
Overall Length: - 234mm
Weight: - 2.1kg

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Power tools have changed the way in which we carry out our everyday DIY activities and cordless drill drivers have become an essential component of all DIY tool kits. Drills have proven to be invaluable for many maintenance and repair tasks around the house and no power tool collection is complete without one.

The Angle Drill is made for use in tight areas. Their main feature is the angled neck. Unlike a conventional drill, an Angle Drills profile allows the drill to be used at arms length and in areas where the body of a drill would not allow it access. While they may not be able to deliver the power and torque of a conventional drill they are incredibly handy tools, especially around the home. An example would be drilling a hole on the inside of a drawer to mount a handle, positioning a normal drill could be awkward but the body of an Angle Drill would rise out of the drawer leaving plenty of space for the operators hand.

Before cordless drill drivers arrived, many drills had pistol grips, where the handle is behind the motor like the handle of a gun. But many of today's cordless models are equipped with a T-handle: The handle base flares to stop 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 can 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.

Factors such as temperature, the material being drilled, whether the drilling is nonstop or intermittent, and the whether the battery is at full charge or not may affect a cordless drill driver's battery charge. The standard time required to charge a battery pack may vary from one hour to overnight, depending on the type of tool and charger. Recharge when the drop in performance and power is noticeable. Don't wait until the tool quits working to recharge the battery.

Lithium ion batteries are commonly used in consumer electronics and tools such as drill drivers. They are currently one of the many popular types of battery for portable electronics, with one of the best energy-to-weight ratios, no memory effect, and a slow loss of charge when not in use. In addition to uses for consumer electronics, lithium-ion batteries are growing in popularity for defence, automotive, and aerospace applications due to their high energy density. However certain kinds of mistreatment may cause Li-ion batteries to explode.

Check out drill drivers in DIY centres noting their weight and balance. Try out vertical and horizontal drilling positions to see how comfortable you feel. Contoured grips and rubber cushioning on some models make them very comfortable, even when you're applying direct palm pressure. While you're at it, see how easy it is to change clutch settings and operate the keyless chuck.

For many applications around the house a small set of common twist bits may normally serve your needs. You'll also need a drill to turn the 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 can also use a scribe on wood or plastic. Sometimes even a pencil may work well. As long as you can 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.

There may be occasions when you have to drill a hole at an angle. In these cases drill carefully. You can draw a pencil line on the material noting the angle and then try to follow that pencil guide as you drill. There are also angle guides you can use. Place these over the spot you want drilled with the guide calibrated at the correct angle. Insert the drill bit into the guide and drill away. If you are drilling completely through the material when the drill bit begins to exit out the other side of the material be careful, especially with wood. The drill bit exiting the wood can splinter the wood around the exit point. If it may show, you might want to sand it smooth. Better yet stop the splintering by covering the exit point with masking or duct tape. The tape may decrease if not stop the splintering.

Usually referred to as twist drill bits, twist bits are probably the many common drilling tools used by the handyman with either a hand or electric drill. The front edges cut the material and the spirals along the length remove the debris from the hole and tend to keep the bit straight. They can be used on timber, metal, plastics and similar materials. Most twist bits are made from either High Speed Steel (HSS) or Carbon Steel. High Speed Steel bits are suitable for drilling many types of material. When drilling metal the HSS stands up to the high temperatures. Carbon steel bits are specially ground for drilling wood and may not be used for drilling metals as they tend to be more brittle and less flexible than HSS bits.

DIY Safety tips:

New appliances have to be supplied with a plug that is fused in accordance with manufacturers' instructions. Always follow manufacturers' recommendations for fuses, or seek expert help. Check older appliances such as electric blankets and Christmas tree lights.
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.

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.

RCD's (Residual Current Devices) can respond to changes in the flow of electric current. For example, when a flex or cable is cut or an electric tool malfunctions, and direct contact is made with a mains supply conductor and earth, the RCD automatically disconnecting the power supply to the equipment to reduce the risk of you being electrocuted. RCD's are available as portable adaptors, can be incorporated in socket outlets, as separate stand alone units for fixed wiring installations offering whole house protection or as modular units for use in household consumer units. However, although RCD's are a vital safety aid, they cannot 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.

Be sure to double check the safety and condition of any working platform. Make sure that it can not move or give way. Never use ladders on top of working platforms.

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