How to choose a cordless screwdriver for home

Girls! Who has a shurik at home? No, this is not a man. This is such a thing, like a thick gun. By the way, very useful in the household. No doubt, Shuriki, who are men, are also sometimes useful. But I mean a screwdriver. How is this why? Screw the shelf, hang the sconce, the mixer is broken ... A smart woman will always find application for a good technique.

Therefore, today the question on the agenda is how to choose a cordless screwdriver for the home? Why not network? Because the network is from the outlet. You can’t go far with him. But you never know where you will need to go with a screwdriver in your purse? Yes, and the extension cord legs wrap around, blink, scratch the tool ... With the battery will be dexterous. We understand.

What is important to us when choosing a screwdriver? We look at the list:

• Weight
• Convenience
• Battery charge
• Torque and others like them
• Number of speeds
• Other nuances

Everything is clear to the boys now. And the girls will figure it out during the play. In order to clearly operate smart phrases in the store and shock sellers with knowledge. And do not stupidly clap your eyes while the consultant gives you an expensive, but not suitable tool.

In order not to bend off my toes

To do this, we will look at the weight of the cordless screwdriver. So what if you don’t have to build a house! Maybe you want to screw a hundred screws! Does it matter what your plan is. Anyway, you won’t be hard on heavy ones. You can only pump up muscles.

The most optimal shurik weight is up to 2.5 kg. More than 3 kg - drop if, then the fingers will be hard. The neighbors below will stutter. Less than 1.5 kg is rather weak. You also have to make your own rather big effort to screw in the screw.

No doubt, a heavy tool practically does all the work. The owner’s hand only guides him without pressure. But you don’t have titanium plates to drill at home? Maximum assemble furniture, fasten a sheet of drywall or hang a sconce. For this, household models of average weight will fit perfectly.

To comfortably hold in hand

We look at ergonomics. Girls may be interested in design, but a cordless screwdriver, matching the color of a home dressing gown, is not sold in any store. Therefore, we look at convenience.

It is desirable that there are 4 grooves under the fingers on the handle, and the handle itself is rubberized. For plastic easily slip out of your hands. Another point is the convenient location of the on / off button. On some models, it is located so that it is accidentally touched by a finger. This is completely inconvenient, and in some cases traumatic.

Be sure to evaluate the location of the ventilation holes. You must admit that it is not very pleasant to work when dust or small debris flies into your face. And there should be no sharp corners on the handle. Otherwise, corns are provided for three minutes of work.

By the way, some consultants in the store talk about the beautiful lining of an exotic look on the case. Allegedly, they protect the cordless screwdriver in the fall. Pfe twice! Only they protect the case. And the insides during the fall are perfectly damaged. So do not overpay for an unnecessary device.

To work long

Shuriks differ in battery power. In male language, this is called capacity. Naturally, the bigger it is, the better. This will allow you to use the tool longer without recharging. In principle, 1.3 Ah is enough for personal use at home. If you choose the number 2, or even 3, then get ready to lay out a decent amount. But are such expenses justified for periodic home use?

Another difference is power. But for cordless tools, it depends on the battery voltage. In principle, for Madame use, 12V numbers will be sufficient. Well, a gentleman’s tool should have at least 18V.

By the way, be sure to check with the seller whether the charger and a spare battery are included in the kit. Some dishonest merchants are silent about the complete set.

And further. Modern chargers allow you to fully charge the battery in an hour. Choose this model, it saves electricity pretty well. Plus, on some batteries there is an indication of the level of charge. In principle, its presence is not particularly important for high-quality home use. But if there is an opportunity to buy, then let it be.

In order not to burn a screwdriver

In the technical indicators of any drills or screwdrivers there is such a value as torque. This is a definite effort with which the tool tightens the screws or drills the surface. We will not go into physical details, just give approximate figures.

For example, if the instructions contain a figure from 20 to 30 Nm, then feel free to buy. This is absolutely normal for a household appliance. Digits above 50 Nm mean that this cordless screwdriver belongs to the professional category. Why do you need such a house?

By the way, such models have the ability to do more than 2000 rpm. Thousands are enough for us.

And further. A good screwdriver always has a stop. It looks like a plastic ring attached to a chuck. Very useful gizmo. For example, if you are afraid to tighten the screw too deep. Or, with excessive force, the engine starts to heat up. Again the bits will wear less.

That is, you can easily press the start button, but more than necessary, the cartridge will not spin. And the engine will not be overloaded from excessive efforts. Therefore, it will last longer. In this case, the more steps the installation of torque on the limiter, the better. They should be at least 14-16. Then you can replace one set of screwdrivers and an electric drill with one cordless screwdriver at the same time. And how much space is saved, freed from suitcases and boxes with screwdrivers and drills of different diameters!

If possible, ask the seller to demonstrate the tool in operation. Let them screw in at least one screwdriver. And listen carefully to the engine yourself. If the sound changes under load, but even, without jumps, then everything is in order. You should beware of sharp sounds or intermittent engine operation. Just do not fall for the seller’s words about a discharged battery. Choose another model, do not risk your money and nerves.

But the words that this is the work of the pulse mode should tip the scales in the direction of purchase. Because such a function greatly facilitates the work. Especially when drilling hard surfaces or unscrewing a screw with a torn slot. But again, the sound should be smooth, smooth, without wheezing, creaks, etc.

To carry out several types of work

Today, most home shurik models have two speeds. The first is for screwing in screws, the second is for drilling surfaces. No longer needed, tea is not working at a construction site.

We are more interested in another feature. This is the reverse. That is, a reverse move. Needed to gently pull out a stuck drill. Or they screwed the screw wrong, not there. How to take back? And here is where reverse is useful.

Another plus is the hit function. Take note of it if you are thinking of drilling a brick or concrete wall in the future. Significantly simplifies the task of wiretapping neighborly conversations. Otherwise, why bore the walls?

The type of cartridge also matters. The girl is more suitable for quick clamping. There is no need to twist anything with a special key, check the balance and directness of the installation.Moreover, such a chuck can clamp most bits and drills of a decent diameter. And even a whisk from a broken mixer, when it rests at an inopportune hour, and you don’t feel like whipping cream or dough with your hands.

In principle, now models with key cartridges are produced a little. This is the last century. But you can try to suck it in. Want to save 500 rubles on a cartridge and spend 5000 on damaged nerves? Buy the key. Have some more fun stuffing the drill evenly. Although, if the hands grow from where it is necessary, then why not?

Some useful tips

Coming to the store for a cordless screwdriver, first of all, take it from the seller and try on your hand. Is it comfortable? So now let the consultant tryndit you about his merits. And then he will praise the instrument, and you even keep it awkward. Why get a stream of unnecessary information?

Pay attention to the backlight function. By the way, remember, at the beginning we racked our brains, why did the girls in the purse have a screwdriver? So, without backlighting - there is absolutely no reason. Suddenly have to go on a dark alley? In order not to attract the attention of robbers, shining on the road with a telephone, light your way with a cordless screwdriver! Surely no villain will fit when in your hands it is noticeable. But seriously, the backlight is needed to work in difficultly lit places. Therefore, choose models with this function.

Do not buy shurik unknown firms. Better take a well-established brand. Although a little more expensive, the manufacturers ate the dog at the release of such tools. And in any price range you can find the perfect model for yourself. So it’s not a fact that overpay.

The most optimal price-quality ratio for Makita. Interskol is also not bad, but often their tool is bulky and ugly. Hilti for home use once a year is an inadmissible luxury. No doubt, the road is rich in quality. But why overpay when for such a price you can buy a couple of Makit? By the way, about Bosch quite a while ago there were no positive reviews, for some reason it was completely negative. Although, the choice will still be yours. Suddenly, all the flaws will be outweighed by "oh, how pretty!" Yes, the female gender - that's exactly what they choose tools.

Girls, ask the seller for knowledge of what gears are inside the desired shurik! Plastic filling is more affordable, but metal filling is more reliable and more durable. Doesn't know, didn't make out? Go to another consultant or even to a different store. The seller must know his goods from all sides.

Choose the maximum configuration. In addition to a case or bag, it is desirable that the kit includes:

1. Charger. Separately, purchase more expensive and can not be found on sale.
2. Set of bits and nozzles. Now there are so many varieties of screws that you are tired of running, looking for the right one.
3. Extra battery. Allows you to continue to work when the first one has sat down and there is no time to charge.
4. Instruction No matter how you force it in the store, at home you still have to figure out what's what. And well, if you do not need to use a warranty card or your medical policy.

How to choose a cordless screwdriver for home? Good boys already know. Bad boys can pay for the help of the good. And after our article, now the girls will figure out how to choose and why she needs it. The main thing is to remember the necessary numbers so as not to buy nonsense. Still, not just once choose a tool.

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