Drill buying guide | Tools & Equipment

Drills are a toolbox essential for home improvers and trade professionals alike. The right drill can be used to bore holes, loosen or tighten screws, and even chisel away materials. Combine this with the ability to use on a variety of different surfaces and materials. And you&#;ll easily be able to undertake a variety of DIY tasks and projects.

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There is a wide range of drills available. Our handy guide will explain everything you need to know about drills, and help you decide on the best option for you. Before we start, take a moment to consider your future drilling priorities to help narrow down your search.

Corded or cordless?

Corded drills are often lighter than their cordless cousins as there is no heavy battery pack. If you opt for a mains powered, corded drill, you will also need to use an extension lead. A cordless drill will give greater mobility as you can take it anywhere without having to tow an extension cable behind you. However, the most powerful cordless tools are usually more expensive than their corded equivalents.

Drills are tools used to make round holes in a material, like wood, or for driving fasteners, like screws. The most common type of drills accomplish this task by rotating the equipped drill or driver bit at high speeds when the user squeezes the trigger. These tools can be manual, corded, battery-powered, or pneumatic, and they are widely used in many professional industries.

Carpenters, electricians, auto mechanics, and even plumbers typically have a drill on hand because these power tools are so versatile. Most DIYers have at least one drill around the home for various tasks, like hanging a TV or running wires. You can find specialized drills designed for making circular holes or drilling through different materials; however, a combination drill driver is usually the most beneficial for a DIYer.

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Drill Features to Consider

Many drills have similar features, whether you decide on a corded, battery-powered, or pneumatic drill. These are the different parts of a drill:

• Ratcheting and non-racheting chuck: This part holds the drill bit. Older chucks had to be tightened with a key (which was easy to lose), but most of today&#;s chucks can be hand-tightened. Rotate the chuck at the front of the tool clockwise. This opens it up while turning it counterclockwise closes it. Inside, metal prongs (usually three) extend outward as they close. These prongs grab your bit securely when you tighten the chuck.
• Jaw: The prongs or part of the chuck that tightens onto the bit. Drills vary on how reliably the jaws hold the bit.
• Rocker switch: Switch the chuck from forward (clockwise rotation) to reverse (counterclockwise).
• Trigger: Controls the drill and gives more or less power based on how much you squeeze the trigger.
• Motor: Many new cordless drills offer brushed or brushless motors. Brushless motors have torque, use less power, and allow for a more compact design. Corded drills have more powerful motors than cordless to do more complex jobs.
• Variable speed reversing: This feature is standard on most drills, controlling the drill rotation speed with a separate button for reversing rotation. This feature is handy for backing out screws and pulling the bit out of drilled material.
• Gear switch: You&#;ll usually find the control on the top of your drill can switch gears. You get the most torque at low speed. Most have two speeds, but others may have four.
• Clutch collar: Select lower torque settings to activate a clutch. It lets you stop the bit from rotating too hard or fast. 
• Auxiliary handle: This additional handle extends perpendicularly from the drill body on powerful drills for tough work, like drilling concrete.
• LED guide light: An LED guide light is usually a standard feature on cordless drills.

How to Insert a Drill Bit

To insert the drill bit, slide it into the chuck, hold it in the center, and twist the collar counterclockwise until it clamps. If it has a ratcheting function, you can feel and hear it clamping tight. If the bit has a significant wobble, it might be off-center. Loosen the chuck, re-center the bit, and tighten it to fix it.

Hand or Manual Drill

A hand drill is a manual, non-powered drill called a brace-and-bit or gear-driven drill. These drills can be used for lighter jobs. More efficient and easier-to-use power drills tackle most jobs now, but people who work with jewelry and circuit boards still need the accuracy and responsiveness of a hand drill. Hobbyists or circuit tinkerers favor the Mudder Hand Drill, which is highly rated for precision use. It comes with a wide selection of bits for multiple purposes.

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