Anyone using cordless screw drivers for field work?

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  • tsbservice
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    • May 2007
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    #31
    Re: Anyone using cordless screw drivers for field work?

    Originally posted by Jacobiani
    I did the same thing as you until I upgraded to a quality screwdriver from a 12-volt line. I purchased a Milwaukee 2401 M12 single-speed screwdriver. It has a clutch to handle tiny wall plugs in plastic and enough power to drive deck screws. Unlike small drives, it has a variable speed trigger rather than an on/off trigger. I'll never purchase another little 4V or 8V screwdriver again, even though it is a pistol-shaped tool and weighty due to the powerful motor. Includes a carrying bag, two batteries, and a charger. I like it because it doesn't have more torque than my arm.
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    • doktor
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      • Jan 2010
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      #32
      Re: Anyone using cordless screw drivers for field work?

      This is what I use.
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      • Reed
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        #33
        Re: Anyone using cordless screw drivers for field work?

        Originally posted by campy
        I really don't like ratchet screwdrivers but which Snap on do you use? I use their old black handle magnetic screwdriver now and it's the best screwdriver I have ever used but they haven't been making them for probably 15-20 years.
        my old black one got stolen. I miss it a lot !

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        • Gift
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          #34
          Re: Anyone using cordless screw drivers for field work?

          Originally posted by campy
          Thinking about getting one but have no idea what a good one is for copier repairs. How are they at getting into tight spaces and how do they fit in the Platt hard tool case?
          Mine are all cordless but operated manually

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          • tsbservice
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            #35
            Re: Anyone using cordless screw drivers for field work?

            One thing I will care always in double are screwdrivers. I have one electric and Wera PH2 manual in my toolbox.
            You really need them both close to you. I might bought even third one, JIS style.
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            • allan
              RTFM!!

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              #36
              Re: Anyone using cordless screw drivers for field work?

              Originally posted by Gift
              Mine are all cordless but operated manually
              I can not even imagine to bother with a powered screwdriver. It seems like it could only be a hassle to make sure it has enough battery.
              Whatever

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              • Gift
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                #37
                Re: Anyone using cordless screw drivers for field work?

                Originally posted by allan
                I can not even imagine to bother with a powered screwdriver. It seems like it could only be a hassle to make sure it has enough battery.
                yeah me neither - except for assembling swedish crap furniture

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                • onlyinnewfoundland
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                  #38
                  Re: Anyone using cordless screw drivers for field work?

                  Originally posted by songela
                  [ATTACH=CONFIG]49654[/ATTACH]
                  This one has been my very faithful companion since 2008.
                  If anyone knows of where I can order for an extra one let me know it please. I will be going for electric one without losing this.
                  Is this ratcheting? Looks nice.

                  I have the DeWalt gyro cordless and it has been really nice the last 18 months or so. Battery seems to last me weeks at a time and takes like 10 mins to charge full from empty.
                  I also have a normal ratcheting screwdriver that is basically a megapro. Works really nicely as well when I don't want to carry my bag in.

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                  • blackcat4866
                    Master Of The Obvious

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                    #39
                    Re: Anyone using cordless screw drivers for field work?

                    Originally posted by songela
                    [ATTACH=CONFIG]49654[/ATTACH]
                    This one has been my very faithful companion since 2008.
                    If anyone knows of where I can order for an extra one let me know it please. I will be going for electric one without losing this.
                    It looks like the Katun/SnapOn that we got at a company event. If yes, it is ratcheting.

                    For about 10 years I hated the ratcheting function. I would soak all the oil out of the bearings and pour the ratchet full of superglue. =^..^=
                    If you'd like a serious answer to your request:
                    1) demonstrate that you've read the manual
                    2) demonstrate that you made some attempt to fix it.
                    3) if you're going to ask about jams include the jam code.
                    4) if you're going to ask about an error code include the error code.
                    5) You are the person onsite. Only you can make observations.

                    blackcat: Master Of The Obvious =^..^=

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                    • onlyinnewfoundland
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                      #40
                      Re: Anyone using cordless screw drivers for field work?

                      I generally do not like ratcheting types either unless they have very little slop and the knurled area is in the right spot. I think I am just lucky to have the one I have atm....lol

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                      • blackcat4866
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                        #41
                        Re: Anyone using cordless screw drivers for field work?

                        I probably posted this already, but this is my favorite:

                        Craftsman Grip-Driver 47473.jpgSchroder 47473 Mag Tip.jpg

                        It was re-badged as Craftsman Grip-Drive or originally Schroder 47473 Magnetic. It's got a nice heavy handle, and plenty of torque with the handle cantilevered. You can still find new ones in the package if you look hard enough. =^..^=
                        If you'd like a serious answer to your request:
                        1) demonstrate that you've read the manual
                        2) demonstrate that you made some attempt to fix it.
                        3) if you're going to ask about jams include the jam code.
                        4) if you're going to ask about an error code include the error code.
                        5) You are the person onsite. Only you can make observations.

                        blackcat: Master Of The Obvious =^..^=

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