Cordless 14v v 24v drill driver

[zanwan]

What would be the deciding factor if i had to chose between an 14v and 24v cordless drill/driver? I'm looking to add new tools to my plumbing arsenal and this is a key bit of kit i'm missing.

I basically want a cordless drill/driver but only really for the screw driving facility. I'd use a corded sds drill for all/most of the drilling that would be required.

I'm going for the Direct Power Range from Screwfix due to very limited budget.

They have a 24v and a 14v version. Can you guys advise me on which one would be more suitable for my needs? Does it make a big difference if i buy the 24v drill even if i want to use it almost exclusively for drilling?

 

[namsag]

You not buying the one off jayne now.

 

[twgas]

I'd go for the best you can afford, you'll soon get peed off with trailing leads, and the such like, especially for 1 or 2 holes.

 

[big-all]

you realy need both as in
a 10.8- 14.4v screwdriver dependant on type off work
and 18-36v hammer drill

trying to get one will always be a compromise if your diy or medium to light trade then you may get away with ryobi but would suggest dewalt bosch or one off the big boys toys

 

[zanwan]

You not buying the one off jayne now.

lol well thought it best not to after "Jayne" got banned from the forums!

I was hoping to get the 24v Direct Power tool from Screwfix, priced 39.99. Could this one be used as a screwdriver or is the 24v too powerful to work as an effective driver?

 

[big-all]

I was hoping to get the 24v Direct Power tool from Screwfix, priced 39.99. Could this one be used as a screwdriver or is the 24v too powerful to work as an effective driver?

if your using it once or twice a week for an hour or so then fine if your using it most days then its realy a toy

i realy think you should broaden your horizons is it buisness or pleasure use you are planning on

 

[tamz]

Spend your 40 quid on something better than a shyte 24 volter. It will have plastic gears that will strip the first time you put a bit pressure on it.

If you just want to use it for driving don't get anything bigger than a 14v. It will have all the power you need for driving. A 24 is too heavy to use as a screwgun unless you have BIG wrists.

Always buy the best tools you can afford as buying cheap is false economy and if you can't afford anything decent wait until you can.

Personally i like my yankee and rawlplug tool

 

[big-all]

naz please please please stop starting new threads thats 3 now for the same question

no one will recomend the 24v drill you suggest as its carp its heavy very long 3 hour charge [i think] in general for £40 you cant buy a decent battery never mind a complete kit of any voltage

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[John506]

Amazon have good prices for power tools.

 

[StaticPhilly]

as said above, 24v are basiclly just added weight to the drill,

i always tend to go for 18v cordless now, there light enogth not to deading your arms after drilling 80 holes one after another and do the job well.

If your using it just for driving then a 14 would do the job, most if not all cordless drills have touge settings, this will stop you driving the screw to far into the wood or your workpeace (once it hits a certin tightness it stops driving)

 

[zanwan]

Thanks for the replies, its been very useful info!

I've seen this drill/driver, Dewalt 12V, i'm considering buying this. What are your views on this? Is 12v enough for profesisonal use?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000Y8ZI...ve=22110&creativeASIN=B000Y8ZIRS&linkCode=asn

 

[big-all]

you cannot drill into brick concrette or masonery with that drill you need a hammer drill

but that drill is ideal for screwing and small to medium holes

 

[muggles]

Thanks for the replies, its been very useful info!

I've seen this drill/driver, Dewalt 12V, i'm considering buying this. What are your views on this? Is 12v enough for profesisonal use?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000Y8ZI...&creativeASIN=B000Y8ZIRS&linkCode=asn[/QUOTE]

It's DeWalt, therefore it will most probably be sh*te.

If you want a pure screwdriver, get this http://www.simplypowertools.co.uk/product.php/site/froogle/sn/GSR10.8VLINEW

If you want to do a bit of light drilling with it too, get this http://www.mtmc.co.uk/product.aspx?ProductID=40813