If your regular drill isn’t cutting it, level up with a drill driver. These power-packed tools are for heavy-duty drilling, so you’ll get the job done in time to kick back and enjoy the game. Made for drilling out holes and driving in screws, your drill driver comes with rotational force and impact. It’ll pack a punch on everything from large screws to bolts.
Looking to add even more oomph to your tool kit? Hammer drills pack a powerful punch that’s just the ticket for those heavy-duty jobs that regular drills can't handle—busting through tough materials like brick, block, concrete or masonry with ease. We’ve got your back with a huge range of heavy duty tools from the likes of Bosch, Makita and Metabo, so you know you’re getting quality.
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Corded Drill and Impact Wrench FAQs
What is a corded drill used for?
Corded drills are used for drilling holes and driving screws in a variety of materials such as wood, metal, plastic, concrete or brick. Loaded with a metal drill bit that rotates at high speed, corded tools like the Makita corded drill are one of the most versatile pieces of kit you can get, whether you’re a professional tradie or DIYer. With their constant power supply, tools like the Bosch corded drill have higher torque and uninterrupted performance without the need to change over to batteries. So while a cordless drill will give you maneuverability and convenience, corded drills can’t be beaten for those bigger jobs.
An impact wrench is similar to an impact driver with its rotational force and short, intense bursts of torque, but it’s built for more heavy duty applications. Impact wrenches are high torque tools designed to remove (or fasten) large bolts, lug nuts, or other heavy-duty fasteners that require extra force. Think rusted nuts and bolts.
So if you’re putting together furniture or cabinetry, drilling holes or performing general maintenance tasks, pick yourself up a Metabo corded drill or similar. For automotive jobs, construction projects or working on large machinery, an impact wrench may be the way to go.
What’s the difference between a corded drill and an impact wrench?
A corded drill drives screws or fasteners, and makes holes using rotational force. But when you have bigger fasteners or are working in the automotive industry or on heavy machinery then you may need more torque.
An impact wrench is similar to an impact driver with its rotational force and short, intense bursts of torque, but it’s built for more heavy duty applications. Impact wrenches are high torque tools designed to remove (or fasten) large bolts, lug nuts, or other heavy-duty fasteners that require extra force. Think rusted nuts and bolts.
So if you’re putting together furniture or cabinetry, drilling holes or performing general maintenance tasks, pick yourself up a Metabo corded drill or similar. For automotive jobs, construction projects or working on large machinery, an impact wrench may be the way to go.
How do you pick a good hammer drill?
When picking quality hammer drills, there are a few other key factors to look at to make sure you get the right gear for the job:
- Wattage: This is crucial for drilling capacity. Higher wattage means it’ll be able to drill a bigger hole—go for 400-650 watts for 6-15mm holes, or over 800 watts for using hole cutters.
- Maximum Hole Diameter: Manufacturers provide a maximum hole diameter for their hammer drills, but always go for something that can handle larger than you need. If you need a 10mm hole, it's safer to go for a drill that can handle up to 15mm—this way, you'll have some wiggle room for different tasks.
- Drill Chuck Type: Key chucks require a special key for tightening and loosening, offering a tight grip but taking more time to change bits. Keyless self-locking chucks are more convenient as there are no keys to lose, and bit changes are quicker.
- Hammer Drill Adjustment Range: Drills like the Makita hammer drill corded have multiple speed settings and some even allow you to set a specific impact rate, giving you greater versatility for different materials and jobs.
What is the difference between a driver drill and a regular drill?
A traditional drill and a compact drill driver have functions that overlap. For example, they can both be used to fasten and unfasten screws.
That said, a drill has less power than a driver tool. While handy for small projects, drills stick to a consistent speed with rotational force. On the other hand, drill drivers have a range of torque settings. They’re powered by both rotational force and impact.
Driver drills are more versatile, heavy-duty and powerful and can adapt to bolts and oversized screws. They’re also better at fastening long screws.
