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Ridgid R9600

Approximate retail price:

$199.00

Summary: This 18-volt Ridgid in the general use drill/drivers category has a 1/2-inch chuck and offers two speed ranges with 24 clutch settings. It is sold with 2 Li-ion batteries with a charge indicator light and a smart charger. It has a 3 year warranty.

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Type: General use drill/drivers

About - Ridgid R9600
Speed: Speed of drilling and driving screws. 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 - Ridgid R9600

Speed: Speed of drilling and driving screws.

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.

Features & Specs - Ridgid R9600
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. Speed ranges	2
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By Burt

from Lawrence, Massachusetts

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Exellent Value!

12/30/2012

Pros

Easy To Store

Easy To Use

Free Battery Replacement

Good Grip

Good Safety Features

Life Time Service Agreemt

Powerful

Cons

Best Uses

Comment:

I am a plumber & I use my over 15 Ridgid Cordless tools regularly, some of which I have owned for over 7 years. I have had them repaired for free-some more than once. They come with a LIFE TIME SERVICE AGEEMENT, INCLUDING the batteries! The Hammer Drill is a beast. I love it. The sawsall is no slouch either, as well as the circular saw.I will buy more & I do recommennd to co-workers & other tradesmen all the time.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

By Linda, many trips to the hrdwr store

from Seattle, WA

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

I bought the combo (drill/impact drill)

9/27/2012

Pros

Good Grip

Lifetime Warr On Battery

price

Cons

Light Turns On A Lot

Best Uses

Home Repair

Comment:

I haven't owned these drills very long, but was impressed with the battery warrenty as I tried to get a new battery for my dewalt. They were hard to find and very expensive. I like the lighter weight and grip for my small hands. The combo price was great. Unfortunately, the light switch is triggered too easily as it is right on the grip handle. I hope the light doesn't wear out before I really need it.

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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