| Location | Colinton |
| Manufacturer | Bosch |
| Weight | 4kg |
Cordless drills are handheld, battery-powered tools used to drive screws in (and out of!) surfaces, or drill holes in wood, metal, plastic, and walls, without the need for mains power.
For more information on cordless drills or for help choosing the right type of drill for your job, please refer to our Guides: https://edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk/guides/#drill.
ABOUT THIS TOOL
hammer drill function
Adjustable torque for driving/extracting screws
18V Makita Li-battery compatible
Two speed
Compatible with all Makita batteries and chargers on the system individually
WHAT IT DOES
This tool has three settings. The regular drill setting, signified by the picture of a drill bit, for drilling through wood, metal and plastic, the hammer drill setting (picture of a hammer) for masonry of all kinds, and the driver setting (numbers 1-15ish). The driver setting is what you use to drive screws in, or indeed take them out. The number corresponds to the amount of torque (the highest number is the most torque) on each setting. By making this adjustable, you will be able to put screws into your project using the minimum force, and thus reducing the risk of threading the head of the screw.
For more information, and to decide if this is the right drill for your job, check out our drill explainer page:
https://edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk/guides/#drill
SAFETY INFORMATION & PPE
Safety glasses – Essential
Dust mask – Recommended
Ear protection – Essential
Safety glasses, ear protection, and other PPE are available for a suggestion donation in both of our depots.
- Safety glasses – Recommended – Essential if you are drilling into metal.
- Dust mask – Recommended especially if drilling lots of material.
- Ear protection – Recommended especially if you are drilling into masonry.
- Work Gloves – Recommended These can help protect you from the vibration of the drill if you’re going to be using it for a long period of time, which can otherwise make your hands feel tingly!
YOU MAY ALSO NEED
- Battery charger or spare battery pack – Recommended Especially for larger jobs
- Drill bits – Essential For drilling wood, plastic, or metal you’ll need standard drill bits. If you are drilling into concrete, brick, or stone you’ll need masonry bits.
- Screwdriver bits – Essential For driving in screws. A long magnetic bit holder can be handy for hard-to-reach screws.
- Clamps or vice – Useful Many jobs are easier if you hold the workpiece securely.
- Stud Finder – Useful For drilling into walls safely
HOW TO USE IT
When drilling into walls - use a stud finder to identify and avoid pipes and electrical cables.
Ensure the drill has a charged battery installed. Insert the relevant bit into the drill and secure it tightly. For most uses you’ll want to try and position the drill at a 90 degree angle to your work so that the screw or hole goes in straight. Move slowly and don’t push the drill with too much force, especially with thinner drill bits. With harder or unfamiliar materials e.g. steel, or when needing to drill a large hole, it is easier to drill a smaller hole first and then switch to the larger final bit size.
INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS
Note this video is a general introduction and is not specific to this exact tool. We always advise reading the manual if provided below, especially the safety advisories, before using any tools.
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