What's this? Based on speed, power, run and charge times, handling, and noise. The displayed score is out of a total of 100 points.
Price range:
$94.99 - $159.99
Summary:This 12-volt Hitachi in the cordless impact drivers category has a 1/4-inch chuck and one speed range with 1 clutch settings. It is sold with 2 Li-ion batteries. It has a 5 year warranty.
Power: Denotes the twisting force for tightening and loosening.
Run time: Reflects how much work the drill can perform per battery charge, as measured on a dynamometer.
Handling: Denotes the ease of handling and controling the drill during operation.
Noise: The dBa level at ear level, indicating whether or not ear protection should be used during prolonged operation.
About This Brand
Hitachi cordless drills are geared to the contractor market and are available in multiple sizes, weights, and voltages. Hitachi cordless drills are widely available online, in hardware stores, and at Lowe’s.
Features & Specs - Hitachi WH10DFL
Battery type The type of batteries provided with the drill. All are rechargeable. The more common type is denoted NiCd, for its nickel-cadmium components. Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries boast added energy for their weight. Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries are the latest type and deliver even more power in a smaller size. Lithium-ion and NiMH batteries can be disposed of with regular refuse; NiCd must be recycled.
Battery type
Li-ion
Battery recharge time (min.) How long it takes to completely recharge a battery after it has properly cooled down. Most of the fast chargers have a built-in temperature sensor that delays the charging cycle, when the battery is too hot from recent heavy use, to when the battery has cooled.
Battery recharge time (min.)
40
Speed ranges Many cordless drills have two separate speed ranges, or gear ratios; some newer models have three. The slower speed range peaks at about 400 revolutions per minute (rpm) and provides increased torque (twisting force) for driving large screws. A higher speed range that reaches about 1,500 rpm or more is well suited for rapid drilling. Lower-priced drills usually have a single speed range that tops out at approximately 600 to 800 rpm, compromising both driving and drilling performance.
Bought this for price, feel, reputation, warranty. Built a deck and drove apx. 600 2.5 inch deck screws into PT lumber with no trouble. Batteries have good life. With one working and one charging you have no trouble completing your projects. Dump the drill/driver and get you one of these.
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By
Lex
from
Seattle, WA
5.0
Built a deck with it
7/5/2011
Pros
Easy To Store
Easy To Use
Good Grip
Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Home Repair
In The Workshop
In The Yard
Comment:
I got it because of my other 14.4V drill is getting old and heavy. Started building my own deck and a wood kitchen and you just can't beat it with it's lightweight and fast charging battery. Having one battery charge while the other one working and interchange during the day will last you all day.
How long have you owned it:
Three-to-six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By
Jeffey
from
Lancaster, PA
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
The best little drill I've ever seen
11/9/2010
Pros
Easy To Store
Easy To Use
Good Grip
Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
Comment:
I use this drill to drive 3 screws through red oak with no problem. I build bookcases, and this drill's size and power can't be beat. Add the fact that it weighs just over 2 pounds, you get 2 LiON batteries, and a fast charger, you can use this drill virtually all day without it wearing down your arm.