Black & Decker HPD18K-2 18-Volt Ni-Cad 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit
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Black & Decker HPD18K-2 18-Volt Ni-Cad 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit This is a great drill for around the house, in the garage and in the workshop: It s powerful enough, user-friendly and comes with not one, but two batteries and a two-port charger so you re never without your drill.
If you re upgrading from a corded drill, you ll love the freedom and convenience of this cordless model, and it s a good bet it s got more power than what you were using before, with 330 in./lbs. of torque, or rotational force. You can adjust this force with the 32-position clutch, setting it to the best position for the material you re driving into and how large your fastener is the bigger the hardware, the higher the setting you ll need.
This 18-volt drill/driver has surprising speed with two gears, giving you 0 to 350 rpm in low speed and 0 to 1,400 rpm, enough to whisk you through any project you tackle, whether it s hanging wallboard, building a deck putting up a playscape for the kids.
The single-sleeve chuck is all metal, and the spindle lock engages easily for quick bit changes. It s ergonomically designed, too, with good balance and a nice rubber grip. The spring-loaded battery disengages easily, always a plus for those with smaller hands.
What this drill has over its competition is the fact that it comes with a two-port charger and two batteries, keeping you powered all the time and not having to wait for a recharge.
Professionals sometimes scoff at Black and Decker as a brand for amateurs, but this drill s worthy of the tradesman s consideration. It s well-made, powerful and reliable. — Kris Jensen-Van Heste
Customer Review: drill that does not work
The item was described as used and had some scratches. We were not dissappointed in the appearance of the drill. The motor seemed to be fine;however, the chuck was frozen. It is impossible to put a drill bit in the chuck, therefore the drill is not usable. We contacted the seller and hope to get either a refund or a way to make the drill operable.
Customer Review: HPD18K Review
I have found that the housing is too light. It has twisted in my hand when I have had to use force for long, 3″, screws. The balance is not as comfortable as my last B&D drill, Fire Storm. I am not thrilled by this drill. The only reason it hasn’t been returned is it is the only one I have.
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