Buyers Guide: Right-Angle Drills
Right-angle drills are a specialised power tool designed to be compact and yet powerful. With the chuck at a right angle to the drill body; right-angle drills are great for drilling and screw driving in tight spaces and are perfect for plumbing and electrical work.
Compact in size and designed to fit into almost any space; a right-angle drill is ideal for working in constricted places like stud or joist bays. With so many options available it is worth looking at the different features on offer to insure you get the right drill for the job.
Specific Features
Corded – As a rule corded drills are more powerful and for this reason are still preferred by many tradespeople. They offer a continuous and reliable power source, proving you have ready access to an electrical socket. However there are drawbacks with the obvious disadvantage of requiring access to mains power and the possible safety and restrictive issues associated with the cord. Durable and dependable; corded drills perform best on power and reliability.
Cordless – Designed to be versatile cordless drills are convenient and portable, with many new models capable of delivering on power. Relying on battery power does mean you can have limited runtime but interchangeable battery packs and “smart” charges can avoid these draw backs. See DrillKings.com cordless drill buyers guide for more detailed information on cordless drills and batteries.
Variable Speed Switch - A variable power selection should be standard and gives you the option to switch between low and high speed; providing greater control and versatility between drilling and screw driving. For the best performance they should be a wide range between high and low speed.
Design - Handle design variers on different makes and models. Many right-angle drills have a traditional handle while others sport a d-handle or pipe thread side handle like those found on DeWalt and Makita. Another thing to look out for is the rotating handle offered on some units; a 180° rotating trigger handle that can be locked into position.
Reverse switch – Normally a standard feature on right-angle drills ideally the switch should be conveniently located for easy of use.
Brands – Most big name manufactures offer a selection of right-angle drills. Who you choose greatly depends on your budget and needs. For general DIY and homeowners Black & Decker, Ryobi, Skil and Porter-Cable offer great handyman tools designed to offer the right power, features and price. For serious DIY or professional tradesmen look to Bosch, DeWalt, Hitachi, Makita and Milwaukee. Check out the specific profile pages to compare each brand.
Black & Decker – Ryobi – Skil – Porter-Cable – Bosch – DeWalt – Makita - Milwaukee
Final Recommendations
Decide on a price range and look for features that suit your needs. DrillKings carry a great selection of right-angle drills at very competitive prices. For more information on specific models check out our right-angle drill catalogue, compare prices and ratings and read the latest customer reviews.
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