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Makita DA312DWDE 12v Drill Driver

The Makita Cordless Angle Drill DA312DWDE is an excellent 12v Drill Driver custom designed for use in places where space is at a minimum and angles require a bit of ingenuity.

Product Features
Weight (kg): 1.4
Brand: Makita
Keyless/Keyed Chuck: Keyless
No. of Drill Speeds: 1
Power (Volts): 12
Product Type: Cordless Drills & Drivers
Corded/Cordless: Cordless
Drill Depth - Metal (mm): 10
Drill Depth - Wood (mm): 12
Specific Product Type: Angle Drills

Additional Information:

* 2 x 12v Ni-Mh batteries
* 10mm chuck
* Forward & reverse
* Variable speed
* Carry case

Great examples of 12v Cordless Drill Drivers include the Black & Decker CP12KB 12v Drill Driver, Bosch GSR12-23 12v Drill Driver, DeWalt DC7442AV 12v Drill Driver, Hitachi 12DVF3 12v Drill Driver, Makita 312DWDE3 12v Drill Driver, and including the Ryobi CHD1201 12v Drill Driver

In the event that 14.4v Cordless Drill Drivers are more your thing, then be sure to review the Black & Decker CP142KB 14.4v Drill Driver, Bosch GSR Tough 14.4v Drill Driver, DeWalt DC731KBV 14.4v Drill Driver, the Hitachi DS14DVF3 14.4v Drill Driver,Makita 6337DWDE3 14.4v Drill Driver, and the Ryobi CCD-1441 14.4v Drill Driver

For coverage of your 18v Cordless Drill Drivers longings, go take a look at the
Black & Decker CD18CA 18v, Bosch PSR18-2 Li-Ion 18v, DeWalt DC729KA 18v, Hitachi DS18DL 18v, the Makita BDF452z 18v or the Ryobi CHP-1802M One+ 18v

How to be safe - DIY

In the world of cordless drill drivers, power is measured in battery voltage. Higher voltage means more torque-spinning strength to overcome resistance. Over the last decade, top-end voltage has increased from 9.6 to 18V, but the range of models include 6, 7.2, 9.6, 12, 14.4 and 18V. Today's higher-voltage drill drivers have enough power to bore big holes in framing lumber and flooring. That's impressive muscle. But the trade-off for power is weight. A typical 9.6V drill weighs 3 1/2 lbs, while an 18V model weighs up to 10 lbs.

Electric rotary drill drivers are manufactured 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 will 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 will 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 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 force on the work.

A reversible drill is a must should you plan on using the drill with screwdriver bits. Torque is the term used to describe the rotational force exerted by the drill. Today's higher voltage cordless drill drivers will provide nearly the same amount of torque as a corded model. Yes, bigger is better, but increased power almost always brings increased size and weight. Unless you plan on drilling with large self-feeding or auger drill bits, consider a more compact model with a lower torque. Because there is no industry standard for measuring torque, be aware that you cannot compare the torque ratings of drill drivers from one brand to another.

Lithium-ion batteries (sometimes abbreviated Li-ion batteries) are a type of rechargeable battery in which a lithium ion moves between the anode and cathode. The lithium ion moves from the anode to the cathode during discharge and from the cathode to the anode when charging.

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 can be hazardous. Some batteries therefore feature an internal safety circuit which will prevent charging in this state, and the battery will 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 can be used or charged immediately, some Li-ion batteries will provide more energy when brought to room temperature.

For most applications around the house a small set of common twist drill bits will 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 should 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 will 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 will 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 will show, you might want to sand it smooth. Better yet prevent the splintering by covering the exit point with masking or duct tape. The tape will decrease should not prevent the splintering.

Also known as a wood or dowel bit, a spur point bit has a central point and two raised spurs that help keep the bit drilling straight. The bit cuts timber very fast when used in a power drill and leaves a clean sided hole. They are ideal for drilling holes for dowels as the sides of the holes are clean and parallel. Sizes range from 3 to 10mm. Spur point drill bits might only be used for drilling wood or some plastics. Sharpen the point and spurs with a fine file or edge of a fine grindstone; the angle between the point and spurs might be 90°.

DIY Safety tips:

If you need to change a mains fuse, check the correct rating for that circuit - the blown fuse might have been incorrect in the first place. Using a thicker fuse wire than the correct rating is hazardous. Switch off the power and remove the fuse for the relevant circuit before carrying out any work, or inspecting, either it, or the appliances connected to it. Never inspect, or carry out work on, any part of the system with the power on. Make sure that power cannot be inadvertently restored by someone else.
When painting, or using any material that generates toxic fumes or dust, keep the room well ventilated. Never smoke while painting or standing close to a freshly painted area.

Don't wait until disaster strikes to find your stop-cocks and gate valves. Opening and closing them four times a year will ensure they easily work when you need them to. Don't let a blown fuse leave you in the dark: keep a repair kit near your mains fuse box, with a torch - check the batteries regularly - screwdrivers, spare fuses, bulbs and fuse wire, rubber gloves and insulated pliers, a trimming knife and insulating tape.

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 advice. Check older appliances such as electric blankets and Christmas tree lights. If a fuse blows for no obvious reason or an appliance is not working properly, turn off the appliance at the socket and unplug it before trying to find out why. The same principles apply to fuse boxes or circuit breakers - always turn off at the mains before you investigate and remember to replace the cover before switching back on. If you need to change a mains fuse, check the correct rating for that circuit - the blown fuse might have been incorrect in the first place. Using a thicker fuse wire than the correct rating is hazardous.

Be sure you know the correct way to use all the tools. Many have very sharp blades.

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