is the variable speed control on the handle (need to replace my Sears Magic Blue...)
482127
The variable speed control is on the body of the vacuum. In the picture it is the round knob above the hose connection.
2141908
Yes, and it's a great feature. I only wish they would have located it differently because I think it is too close to the variable speed knob. Great machine and great deal from Amazon......on sale, no sales tax, and delivered in my garage no charge!!
2171256
I don't remember. Chuck fell apart after a few holes. I do not remember if it is variable speed but invariably it is a piece of junk. Ended up buying a small Makita for 200usd at HD. A lot better - still works.
897668
This model is variable speed, from 10,000 - 22,000 OPM. the variable speed dial (1-6) is near the back where the cord attaches. I have not used this feature. In most cases I use the depth gauge and guides for assistance.
156855
I don't know about controlling speed with this item. I only use it on an Ice Shaver that has a single speed. It has worked very well for me as an off/on switch, but the speed is controlled by the machine and not the foot pedal.
35896
There is a on/off sliding bar type switch under the handle, on the machine itself, not the handle.
424701
Speed control knob is on the output side. Speed is infinitely variable (not insteps)
1983572
Yes, it is variable. You should buy a PMW controler to vary the speed. But be careful if you need to reverse the motor with a polarity reversing toggle switch. Put the motor leads on the toggle switch, not the power leads.
1666659
Because of the high horsepower motor the variable speed allows for the motor to ramp up and/or down. It is still a manual selection (you select by turning the knob from 1- slow for chopping to 10 for a finer processing) depending on what you are mixing, blending, grating and/or chopping. The variable speed allows for a variety of result from chopping onions or tomatoes for salsa,to puree for soups, to ice for smoothies.
2107699
No variable speed, which was disappointing, but there is a convenientlyplace "low" & "high" speed switch on topof the unit. "low" works good for startingscrews & "high" works good for removingscrews & the adjustable clutch help control both functions. Battery life has been decent & I like it's and flexibility.Although initially disappointed with thelack of variable speed, I've adapted &really like it. Just a bit of a paradigm shift.
2109839
Yes, it a variable speed by twisting on the handle. Good power for an electric scooter.
775640
Good question. Personally I don't think so because after a little bit of practice the dcf886 has such a responsive variable trigger I think you would probably just set the dcf895 on speed 3 all the time anyways if you purchased that model. They are the exact same driver with the exception of the chuck and the 3speed option. I love the dcf886 for even small screws in cabinets and frames because I just feather the trigger and it torques the screw beautifully.
413718
Yes. Reversable and variable speed controlled by squeezing the trigger only, no set speeds
965183
Definitely variable. Think of the speeds as gearing. Within that gearing you can control how fast or slow based on pull of the trigger from min to max allowed by that gearing.
1163269
Yes, the speed is variable based on the amount that you squeeze the trigger. It can be used as a screw driver you just need to put in a screw head (it comes with one). The best thing to do is use the torque adjustment when using it as a screwdriver so you don't over tighten and/or strip your screws.
1306446
The short answer is no. The trigger is on/off only. Speed is adjusted with the speed control lever.
1036144
Yes, you can regulate the speed with power knob. I really enjoy this tool. I use it almost everyday in the shop.