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{{ToolInfoBox
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|tool name=''Cordless Drills''
|machine name=Cordless Drills
|image=
|image=drilling wood.gif
|synonyms=cordless driver drills;<br>DE: Akkuschrauber,<br>Akkubohrschrauber
|synonyms=cordless driver drills;<br>DE: Akkuschrauber,<br>Akkubohrschrauber
|type=power [[Drills|drill]]
|type=power [[drills]]
|material=depending on the bit:<br>[[screws]], [[plastic]], [[wood]], [[metal]]
|material=depending on the bit:<br>[[screws]], [[plastic]], [[wood]], [[metal]]
|access=after a [[Handheld Drill Introduction|personal introduction]]
|location=[[Location::Wood Workshop|wood workshop]]<br>(wall holder next to the [[Location::Drilling Table|drilling table]])
|tutors=[[User:Lukas|Lukas]], {{P}}
|access=[[Drill Introduction|drill introduction]]
|tutors=[[Tutor::User:Lukas|Lukas]], [[Tutor::User:Pakue|Patrick]], [[Tutor::User:Luzian|Luzian]],<br>[[Tutor::User:Johannes|Johannes]], [[Tutor::User:Keno|Keno]], [[Tutor::User:Lars|Lars]]
|similar=[[Drill Press|drill press]], [[screwdrivers]],<br>[[Rotary Tool|rotary tool]], screw gun
|similar=[[Drill Press|drill press]], [[screwdrivers]],<br>[[Rotary Tool|rotary tool]], screw gun
|used with=[[Drill Bits|drill bits]], [[Screwdriver Bits|screwdriver bits]]
|used with=[[Drill Bits|drill bits]], [[Screwdriver Bits|screwdriver bits]]
|extrabox=yes
}}
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Has image=File:Cordless_Drills.jpg
|Has German=Akkuschrauber
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Cordless drills are very versatile tools and should not be missing from any workshop. Besides drilling, as the name implies, they are mostly used for driving screws ("electric screwdriver").
Cordless drills are very versatile tools and should not be missing from any workshop. Besides drilling, as the name implies, they are mostly used for driving screws ("electric screwdriver").
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** '''better start out too low''' than to round your [[screws|screw]] in the first try - [[wood]] may also be damaged if screws (especially self-tapping/"Spax") are inserted too deep  
** '''better start out too low''' than to round your [[screws|screw]] in the first try - [[wood]] may also be damaged if screws (especially self-tapping/"Spax") are inserted too deep  
** the '''drilling setting at the end of the scale should only be used for drilling''', it creates way too much torque for screws and screwdriver bits!
** the '''drilling setting at the end of the scale should only be used for drilling''', it creates way too much torque for screws and screwdriver bits!
** excessive torque does NOT make you screw faster, it really just wrecks stuff...
* there may also be variable speed settings (slider on top)
* there may also be variable speed settings (slider on top)
** only change when the drill is fully stopped
** use the '''slower one (1) for screwing''' to prevent slipping
** use the '''slower one (1) for screwing''' to prevent slipping
** the '''higher speed can be used for drilling'''
** the '''higher speed can be used for drilling'''


== Tool Bits ==
== Bits ==
* [[Screwdriver Bits|screwdriver bits]] and bit holders
* [[Screwdriver Bits|screwdriver bits]] and bit holders
* [[Bits#Drill Bits|drill bits]] (shafts typically limited to 10 mm)
* [[Bits#Drill Bits|drill bits]] (shaft diameter typically limited to 10 mm)
 
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== Makita ==
 
=== Makita DDF484 ===
{{MachineInfoBox
|machine name=Makita DDF484
|image=Makita DDF484 with charger.jpeg
|access=[[Drill Introduction|drill introduction]]
|location=
|manual=[https://www.makita.de/fileadmin/user_upload/DDF484-B.pdf makita.de]
|tutors=[[Tutor::User:Lukas|Lukas]], [[Tutor::User:Pakue|Patrick]], [[Tutor::User:Luzian|Luzian]],<br>[[Tutor::User:Johannes|Johannes]], [[Tutor::User:Keno|Keno]], [[Tutor::User:Lars|Lars]]
|extrabox=yes
}}
 
We have two Makita DDF484 cordless drills. They have a 2 step metal gearbox for different drilling speeds. A torque limit for screwing can be set with the dial behind the chuck. Please use it to avoid breaking bits and screws due to too much torque! The chuck can hold up to 13mm drill bits. <br>
One drill was donated by [[User:Ed Green|Ed]] and the batteries/charger are sponsored from multiple member donations, our Amazon Smile income as well as for the Tor4 workshops.


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== Bosch PSR 960 ==
 
{{ToolInfoBox
=== Makita DDF483 ===
|tool name=Bosch PSR 960
{{MachineInfoBox
|machine name=Makita DDF483
|image=
|image=
|location=[[Wood Workshop|wood workshop]]
|access=[[Drill Introduction|drill introduction]]
|location=
|manual=[https://www.icmsmakita.eu/cms/custom/ch/user_manual/DDF483_GBA.pdf makita]
|tutors=[[Tutor::User:Lukas|Lukas]], [[Tutor::User:Pakue|Patrick]], [[Tutor::User:Luzian|Luzian]],<br>[[Tutor::User:Johannes|Johannes]], [[Tutor::User:Keno|Keno]], [[Tutor::User:Lars|Lars]]
|extrabox=yes
}}
 
A smaller and lighter cordless drill, that is best paired with a 2Ah battery. Was bought via [https://www.betterplace.org/de/organisations/42081-comakingspace-heidelberg betterplace] donations in 2022 and another one through a private donation in 2022.
 
 
=== Accessories ===
'''These were bought from member donations'''
 
* 2x 18V 3Ah Batteries (BL1830B)
* 1x charger (DC18RC)
* MAKPAC box for charger and batteries (usually underneath the [[Drilling Table|drilling table]])
 
'''Tor 4 aquisitions'''
* 2x 18V 5Ah batteries (BL1850B)
* 1x charger (DC18RC)
* MAKPAK box for charger, batteries and drill.
 
'''Betterplace donations'''
* 1x 18V 2Ah battery (BL1820B)
 
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== Private Tools ==
=== Bosch PSR 960 ===
{{MachineInfoBox
|machine name=Bosch PSR 960
|image=PSR960.jpg
|location={{£bench}}
|access=ask nicely - may be [[borrowed]] [[Category:Borrowable]]
|manual=in the box
|manual=in the box
|extrabox=yes
}}
}}
[[User:Lukas|Lukas]] has a Bosch PSR 960 you might be able to use!
[[User:Lukas|Lukas]] has a Bosch PSR 960 you might be able to [[borrowable|borrow]]! Unfortunately, its battery has gotten pretty bad.


It has six torque settings and only one speed.
It has six torque settings and only one speed.


=== Power Supply ===
::'''Power Supply'''
There used to be two batteries, but one was quite old and only held its charge for a very short time. It was therefore [[Project:Semi-Cordless Drill|upgraded to a corded pack]].
::There used to be two batteries, but one was quite old and only held its charge for a very short time. It was therefore [[Project:Semi-Cordless Drill|upgraded to a corded pack]].
 
::Charger for the intact one: "AL 1404", 7.2 to 14.4 V, 400 mA => 3 h charging time for the 1.2 Ah pack


Charger for the intact one: "AL 1404", 7.2 to 14.4 V, 400 mA -> 3 h charging time for the 1.2 Ah pack...
::'''Please do not leave the battery in the charger for more than 3 or 4 hours, the old NiCd batteries will heat up and suffer from quite the memory effect!'''




[[Category:Drills]]
[[Category:Drills]]
[[Category:Power Tools]]

Revision as of 18:46, 27 May 2022

MachineInfoBox

Cordless Drills

Drilling wood.gif
Synonyms: cordless driver drills;
DE: Akkuschrauber,
Akkubohrschrauber
Type: [[power drills]]
Material: depending on the bit:
screws, plastic, wood, metal
Used with: drill bits, screwdriver bits
Location: wood workshop
(wall holder next to the drilling table)
Access Requirements: Drill Introduction
Tutors: Lukas
NitramLegov
Pakue
Lmnl99
Johannes
Luzian
Keno
Jakob
Similar (More or Less): drill press, screwdrivers,
rotary tool, screw gun

[[MachineType::power drills| ]]


Cordless drills are very versatile tools and should not be missing from any workshop. Besides drilling, as the name implies, they are mostly used for driving screws ("electric screwdriver").

Here's a nice video about the internal mechanics of a typical drill!

Proper Use

Please follow these simple guidelines to avoid damage to your screws, material, or the drill itself:

  • the torque (DE: Drehmoment) can typically be set with the ring before the chuck
    • better start out too low than to round your screw in the first try - wood may also be damaged if screws (especially self-tapping/"Spax") are inserted too deep
    • the drilling setting at the end of the scale should only be used for drilling, it creates way too much torque for screws and screwdriver bits!
    • excessive torque does NOT make you screw faster, it really just wrecks stuff...
  • there may also be variable speed settings (slider on top)
    • only change when the drill is fully stopped
    • use the slower one (1) for screwing to prevent slipping
    • the higher speed can be used for drilling

Bits


Makita

Makita DDF484

MachineInfoBox

Makita DDF484

Makita DDF484 with charger.jpeg
Access Requirements: Drill Introduction
Manual: makita.de
Tutors: Lukas
NitramLegov
Pakue
Lmnl99
Johannes
Luzian
Keno
Jakob


We have two Makita DDF484 cordless drills. They have a 2 step metal gearbox for different drilling speeds. A torque limit for screwing can be set with the dial behind the chuck. Please use it to avoid breaking bits and screws due to too much torque! The chuck can hold up to 13mm drill bits.
One drill was donated by Ed and the batteries/charger are sponsored from multiple member donations, our Amazon Smile income as well as for the Tor4 workshops.


Makita DDF483

MachineInfoBox

Makita DDF483

Machine-default.png
Access Requirements: Drill Introduction
Manual: makita
Tutors: Lukas
NitramLegov
Pakue
Lmnl99
Johannes
Luzian
Keno
Jakob


A smaller and lighter cordless drill, that is best paired with a 2Ah battery. Was bought via betterplace donations in 2022 and another one through a private donation in 2022.


Accessories

These were bought from member donations

  • 2x 18V 3Ah Batteries (BL1830B)
  • 1x charger (DC18RC)
  • MAKPAC box for charger and batteries (usually underneath the drilling table)

Tor 4 aquisitions

  • 2x 18V 5Ah batteries (BL1850B)
  • 1x charger (DC18RC)
  • MAKPAK box for charger, batteries and drill.

Betterplace donations

  • 1x 18V 2Ah battery (BL1820B)



Private Tools

Bosch PSR 960

MachineInfoBox

Bosch PSR 960

PSR960.jpg
Location: Lukas' workbench
Access Requirements: Drill Introduction
Manual: in the box
Tutors: Lukas
NitramLegov
Pakue
Lmnl99
Johannes
Luzian
Keno
Jakob


Lukas has a Bosch PSR 960 you might be able to borrow! Unfortunately, its battery has gotten pretty bad.

It has six torque settings and only one speed.

Power Supply
There used to be two batteries, but one was quite old and only held its charge for a very short time. It was therefore upgraded to a corded pack.
Charger for the intact one: "AL 1404", 7.2 to 14.4 V, 400 mA => 3 h charging time for the 1.2 Ah pack
Please do not leave the battery in the charger for more than 3 or 4 hours, the old NiCd batteries will heat up and suffer from quite the memory effect!