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10-06-2022, 10:30 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Jackson, MS
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Cordless screwdriver choice
I’m looking for recommendations. Plenty of choices and wanted to see what folks liked. Smaller size and clutch is preferred.
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10-06-2022, 10:51 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2020
Location: central Minnesota
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Depends on what you're looking for. Many choices.
I'm heavily invested in the Milwaukee infrastructure, both 12 and 18 volt, so started there. I've had various of the little handheld folding screwdrivers but never found one I liked and didn't care for the requirement that I use only bits suitable for a 1/4 inch spring chuck. Ended up going with the 12 volt Milwaukee 3/8 inch drill/driver. Great clutch, small and easy to use, plenty of power and very flexible in terms of what I can use. Makes all those smaller ones feel like a toy and harder to use. I use it for both drill and screwdriver. It has suffered horrible abuse but continues to work great.
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=milwaukee...cceptance_2_48
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10-06-2022, 10:56 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2014
Location: Molalla, OR
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This, definitely this!
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10-06-2022, 11:04 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Sonoma County
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That's the one I have....can't remember paying that much.... 
The variable speed gyro is a real benefit. And the clutch (torque release) is well designed.
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10-06-2022, 11:05 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: Harleysville, PA
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Plus one for Milwaukee. I have this one and am very happy with it. I prefer the pistol grip.
I also have a Milwaukee 1/4 inch drive cordless ratchet that uses the same battery. Both are go-to tools when working on the airplane. |
10-06-2022, 11:50 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Clearwater, FL KCLW
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I don't think I could survive anymore without my inline screwdriver: https://www.dewalt.com/product/dcf68...ver?tid=578601
I'm sure the other brands have similar but I'm already big into Dewalt...
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10-06-2022, 12:28 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Atlanta, GA
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So, I have to ask. What are the advantages to one of these vs a regular 18V drill with a screwdriver bit?
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Marietta, GA
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10-06-2022, 12:38 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2020
Location: Kuna, ID
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Kyle Boatright
So, I have to ask. What are the advantages to one of these vs a regular 18V drill with a screwdriver bit?
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Weight. When you have to match drill 2k holes on a wing, every fraction of an ounce counts.
smaller size also allows you to get into tight places. again, every fraction of an inch counts
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10-06-2022, 02:21 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Brooklyn, NY
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I have an 18V Makita. Have to admit it is pretty heavy and big.
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RV7A built 2004, 2000+ hrs, New Titan IO-370, Bendix Mags, MTV-9 prop
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