I'm looking to replace an old Craftsman cordless driver. Would this be a suitable replacement to have both driver and impact functions?
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Great driver! Works wonderful. Is great for small bolts and nuts like 1/4" - 3/8" bolts. Does not work the same as Dewalt's 1/4 impact driver which works great for driving in screws with the ratcheting function. This driver works just like a air operated impact gun, but just uses a battery. Make sure that you spend the extra money on the 20V model too, don't be cheap and get a 18v, you will be disappointed.
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I would say it would be ok. The difference between an impact driver and impact wrench are slight, but basically the wrench as no "forward" impact. I mainly use it for light jobs and this is overpowered.
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I am a technician at a luxury import dealership and I use this daily. I can say that it is excellent for automotive use and I have also used it for driving lag screws and drywall screws at home. This tool would probably be a bad choice for delicate work or as a driver only because it is almost impossible to use without the impact hammer activating.
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Ron, On my set, the Impact Driver does not have a clutch, but is reversible. The drill does have a clutch and is reversable
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I would go with the Neiko chuck adapter. Neiko® 20754A 3/8-Inch Chuck Converter for Impact Drivers with Quick Change Shank | Includes 1/2-Inch Adapter
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for its size the torque is very good, BUT if u want it on big home projects like big screws on hard wood don't think it is a monster. I use it for electronics repairs or placing screws on walls etc. If u plan to use it on heave situations better buy a impact driver, porter cable have units for the same price. Haaa! it is not easy to manage the dewalt unit with the twist of your hand, it is a little confusing.
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This drill is an Drill/Hammer Drill combo. It is not an Impact Driver. The operating principles are different. You can use this to remove lug nuts etc... but don't expect it to work well.
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I use them with a cordless hammer drill. I don't believe the "pounding" action is the same with an impact driver. My impact won't take straight bits, so I have never tried it.
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I do my own computer builds. This is way owerkill. It has a clutch, so you can adjust the power. If you carefull, you'll be OK. For my builds I use ryobi 3.6V, plenty of power for the task. The only thing I don't like about that one is that is one speed, meaning, it does not have button speed control. Bosch does. I don't think impact driver is safe for computer use, period, too much power and vibration, too easy to strip the screws or damage case nuts. My opinion only. Hope this helps.
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Salazar That would be asking a bit to much for a battery operated impact driver of this size. Your choices would be 1/2" driver either air powered or a corded 1/2" driver. Large air tools require a larger compressor. I have all three types in this case I would go with a name brand with a cord.
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Sorry Ed, I don't know the dif. I can tell you this, my P234g 18volt Impact driver by Ryobi has been a real blessing to have on board. I am grateful to Amazon and Ryobi for making and distributing such a fine tool. I don't use it all the time but when I do, it makes my job so much easier. Thanks Amazon, thanks Ryobi.
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I have seen both the 1/2 inch impacts 20volt on Amazon, not sure wich one your looking for.If you go on the dewalt website they list alot of bare tools there.I found the part number on the one I wanted and then searched Amazon again and found it quickly.I love the new tools,battery life is amazing and the short bodied driver fits almost anywhere.
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Yea,that's about right.You need a lot of leverage when using a torque wrench.Smaller than the Craftsman 1/2" clicker type I've had for years.Works well so far.Only downside is I use it rarely so install/uninstall battery with every use.
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I'm not sure it's rated for impacts, but I've used it with my DeWalt 20V impact and seemed to do ok. Not usre how long it will last - but its not a lightweight product. I don't' see it failing soon, but only time will tell.
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Impact driver and hammer drill has been updated. Xdt08 impact driver. Lxph06 hammer drill. Also picture is outdated.
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I did not use this with an impact driver, so I have no direct knowledge. However, I do not see how the impact force would be transferred at right angles, it would seem that it would just push the device off the screw head. My experience is that it is hard to hold this device on the screw head in tight spaces. You have to go slow and steady.
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Yes...I use some of these bits at work on a daily basis and they work fine with a impact driver.
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no impact driver. I have been known to use mine with a drill, as well as my "dremel" rotary tool. I think an impact driver would destroy it, if you could even find a way to attach it.
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I will tell you exactly how much torque it (craftsman bolt on 20v, same tool, diff color and label)makes because I just tested it today, And it is way below the advertised 1300 in lbs. I broke loose one lug nut on my vehicle , I held the trigger until it would turn no more with a fully charged battery. It only made 40 foot pounds which is about 460 inch pounds according to my brand new digital torque wrench. I will say this, the Bosch 12 volt impact I also own made the same Torque. Neither impact would drive it past 40 foot pounds. the 20 volt just did it 3 times faster. I will say this, the speed of the impact attachment when put on the power handle is very serious, more than twice what the drill attachment is. again I am commenting on the craftsmen but its the same tool. The impact will drive 4"x 1/4" lag bolts into a six by six treated post very quick. I actually did a test between the 12 Volt and the 20 Volt just to see the difference and again the 20 v is three times faster. however it's also much larger and not something you want to use when replacing small hardware which is why I opted to get a 12 volt. This however does not have a light which is nice once you get used to having one. Porter-cable makes a nice impact 12/18/20v all very reasonable with an led light.