what impact driver do you guys use? | Page 3 | on ElectriciansForums

what impact driver do you guys use?

Post new thread

Discuss what impact driver do you guys use? in the Electrical Tools and Products area at ElectriciansForums.net

Adam W said:
[ElectriciansForums.net] what impact driver do you guys use?

(Not actual size)
Click to expand...

Just spat tea over my laptop.........
 
peterdaniels said:
i wouldn't use an impact driver to drill holes in trunking. all you'll do is smash the cutter or pilot bit and buckle the trunking
Click to expand...

I had some wood spade cutters once what said for impact drivers, munched though joists...

forgot what make it was now, i'm sure it met its maker after a meeting a nail
 
I have a 12V Black and Decker Professional Drill (forerunner to Elu and DeWalt), with two hammer settings, that I purchased in 1991.
I purchased the Drill because it used the same batteries as a Black and Decker cordless hedge trimmer.
The drill (and hedge trimmer) found much use when I purchased a house in 1994, however since leaving my then wife and house has found little use since.
I mostly use it to remove rust on motorcycle frames (where an angle driver will not fit), on restoration projects.
The only time I use a drill as an electrician, is to make holes in masonary, etc.
For such, I use a 24V Bosch.
 
spinlondon said:
I have a 12V Black and Decker Professional Drill (forerunner to Elu and DeWalt), with two hammer settings, that I purchased in 1991.
I purchased the Drill because it used the same batteries as a Black and Decker cordless hedge trimmer.
The drill (and hedge trimmer) found much use when I purchased a house in 1994, however since leaving my then wife and house has found little use since.
I mostly use it to remove rust on motorcycle frames (where an angle driver will not fit), on restoration projects.
The only time I use a drill as an electrician, is to make holes in masonary, etc.
For such, I use a 24V Bosch.
Click to expand...

ah i see so your a domestic electrician.

forgot to mention the reason i wanted one of the more expensive drills is it is going to be used in everything from industrial,comercial to domestic

the work we do is very varied, most of the time working as a spark doing data,power,controls etc and occasionally we will have wheelbarrow in hand doing block paving or any other task that needs doing

(do a lot of galv trunking so need something with a bit of kick to keep up with drilling a lot of 2" holes in trunking)
 
No, I conduct very little domestic work.
Obviously I do some domestic work, but the majority of my work has has not been domestic, far from it.
Yep, trunking, tray, ladder, conduit, basket etc.
BMS, HVAC, door access, alarms, PA systems, data, power, lighting, even some CCTV.
Maintenance, refurbishment, new installation even rail work (signaling, earthing, power and lighting).
Most notable projects I've worked on are: O2, Emirates Stadium, St Pancras, Channel tunnel, Olympic Park Victoria Underground station.
Worked on a number of hospitals, colleges, schools, hotels, office blocks, animal laboratories, retail.
In retail, I've worked on LloydsTSB banks, Selfridges, John Lewis, the ex Alders in Oxford St. (now Primark), Westfield Stratford, The Stables Camden Market.
Worked in food manufacturing, maintenance and refurbishment.
Even worked in a sewage plant.
 
Last edited by a moderator:
spinlondon said:
No, I conduct very little domestic work.
Obviously I do some domestic work, but the majority of my work has has not been domestic, far from it.
Yep, trunking, tray, ladder, conduit, basket etc.
BMS, HVAC, door access, alarms, PA systems, data, power, lighting, even some CCTV.
Maintenance, refurbishment, new installation even rail work (signaling, earthing, power and lighting).
Most notable projects I've worked on are: O2, Emirates Stadium, St Pancras, Channel tunnel, Olympic Park Victoria Underground station.
Worked on a number of hospitals, colleges, schools, hotels, office blocks, animal laboratories, retail.
In retail, I've worked on LloydsTSB banks, Selfridges, John Lewis, the ex Alders in Oxford St. (now Primark), Westfield Stratford, The Stables Camden Market.
Worked in food manufacturing, maintenance and refurbishment.
Even worked in a sewage plant.
Click to expand...

misread your post.

i read it as you only use drill for masonary, my mistake.

quite a variety there.

personally only really worked on a bunch of hospitals doing access,bms etc and littls domestic.

been in same hospital 5 days a week for last 5 months or so
 
Masonary to me, is brick, breeze and concrete.
Obviously I use a drill for cable entry holes in panels, back of beeza boxes, earth tag holes in trunking, etc.
My point being, that I do not use drills for tightening fastners.
Had a nice long project a few years back, doing door access controls for City University, which included buildings at Barts, Moorfields and the London.
Easy work, lots of students to ogle, and pretty good hours.
 
Whats the best voltage to get for commercial electrician? Is there much difference between the 10.8V and the 18V makita range? Would I be missing out if I got the 10.8V
 
KWCFC said:
Whats the best voltage to get for commercial electrician? Is there much difference between the 10.8V and the 18V makita range? Would I be missing out if I got the 10.8V
Click to expand...

make sure to get one with a 13mm chuck or you cant use a lot of holesaws

i think a 10.8 would be better for 2" holesaws etc or larger drillbits/in masonary
 

Reply to what impact driver do you guys use? in the Electrical Tools and Products area at ElectriciansForums.net

News and Offers from Sponsors

PCBWay
  • Article
Meet PCBWay at electronica A1.163
Join us at electronica 2024 in Munich! Since 1964, electronica has been the premier event for technology enthusiasts and industry professionals...
    • Like
Replies
0
Views
259
PCBWay
PCBWay
Electrical2go
  • Sticky
  • Article
📢 Best Sellers Catalogue Now Available! 📢
Good to know thanks, one can never have enough places to source parts from!
Replies
4
Views
744
Bob Labla
B
Dan
  • Article
The Official Sponsors of ElectriciansForums - There are currently 8
OFFICIAL SPONSORS These Official Forum Sponsors May Provide Discounts to Regular Forum Members - If you would like to sponsor us then...
Replies
0
Views
738
Dan
Dan

Similar threads

T
Electric screwdiver
Definitely find the mechanical clutch is better on the new one.
2
Replies
18
Views
1K
mainline
mainline
HappyHippyDad
Milwaukee M18 Fuel!
I would say it is more about the bits than the torque of the drill. I use high quality Fisch auger bits for drilling out mortices and peg holes...
    • Like
2
Replies
29
Views
3K
AJB Temple
A

Electricians Tools | Electrical Tools and Products

Thanks for visiting ElectriciansForums.net, we hope you find the Electricians Tools you're looking for. It's free to sign up to and post a question yourself to find a tool or tool supplier either local to you, or online. Our community of electricians and electrical engineers will do their best to find the best tool supplier for you.

We also have a Tiling Tools advice from the worlds largest Tiling community. And then the Plumbers Forums with Plumbers Tools Advice.

Search Electricans Forums by Tags

OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Electrician Courses Green Electrical Goods PCB Way Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Pushfit Wire Connectors Electric Underfloor Heating Electrician Courses
These Official Forum Sponsors May Provide Discounts to Regular Forum Members - If you would like to sponsor us then CLICK HERE and post a thread with who you are, and we'll send you some stats etc

YOUR Unread Posts

This website was designed, optimised and is hosted by untold.media Operating under the name Untold Media since 2001.
Back
Top