I’m a service engineer and a lot of the equipment I work on involve removing loads of TX10 - TX20 screws.
I’ve only ever used hand tools for this but I’m thinking how much time a cordless screwdriver could save me and I suppose time is money.
Posted Jun 11, 2022, 7:58 PM UTC
Impact driver is a terrible suggestion for smaller machine screws. I use the M12 installation driver for rack mounts, or the Bosch 12V driver is great too. Just set the clutch and pull the trigger.
Heck; if you're only removing them, a battery impact driver is the no brainer.
All the HVAC install guys at our shop use the m12 impact drivers and swear by them. If small space is a concern, or tight angles, a bunch of different companies make flex shafts that are perfect for getting in there.
Yes. Most used tool at work in fact. Dewalt dsc something. The label is scratched off. It’s the dewalt 8v gyroscopic screwdriver. Been using the same one for four years. I work for a hotel that’s only 6yrs old and deal with lots of security hardware. This little guy is normally my daily carry unless I’m working off my cart or packout stack. Slides right into the leg of my carpenter jeans
I have that one but I use my 12v DeWalt driver more often. I really wish the gyro had a clutch.
I think I like it cuz it fits In my side pocket. I have a m12 fuel installation tool, impact driver and a m18 surge. But still opt for the little screwdriver. Dam thing is handy
Time is money if you're getting paid by the job not by the hour. <lol>
Years ago I had a Metabo (not HPT) "Power Grip" great torque but slow 175 RPM. The thing would drive a 3" deck screw but take half the day to do it.
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Somebody out there reviewed, among other thing, the torque control on cordless drill/drivers. Maybe Project Farm or Torque Test Channel. I'd think 12v would be good for your application.
I have a Vessel 220USB cordless screwdriver I use regularly.
Its not the quickest, but it is still much faster than a manual driver, and its not high torque like a impact driver.
Its great for removing screws on vehicles, and pulling radios apart.
I only use non electric screw drivers on flatheads and where my m18 impact doesn't fit. Or where I need the insulated drivers.
Planning on getting a smaller driver.
Bosch go, I'm an electrician, use it every day. Best battery screwdriver I have owned