Monthly Archives: October 2015

So twin packs aren’t exactly a new idea but having two tools you rely on that run on the same battery type, well it’s the sensible way to go.

Hitachi have bundled two of their most powerful drills into one ideal package. The kit comes equipped with two 5ah batteries and Hitachi claims that these can offer twice the capacity of 3ah batteries.

Let’s see what you actually get for your money.

THE HITACHI DV18DSDL 18V CORDLESS COMBI-DRILL



The Hitachi DV18DSDL could be the only combi-drill you’ll ever need. Wrapped in a tough housing and raised rubber body moulds ensures site accidents or small knocks won’t be anything to worry about. Weighing in at just 2.2kg (where at popular combi

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My discussions with various tradespeople who use these types of drivers (drywallers, metal roofers and cladders) showed a split between those who thought that cordless was the only way to go and others who thought that corded drivers had the power and ease of use to ensure a perfect result every time. Generally speaking, those who worked on drywalling or smaller cladding jobs were cordless oriented, but those who worked on bigger industrial projects preferred corded, their reasons being that most corded drivers were slightly more compact and lighter than cordless.

I guess that time will tell, because at least one major power tool manufacturer has declared that the cordless worksite is the future. Makita also says it is aiming to match the power of the equivalent mains tool with this one. Of course, the new brushless motor and 5Ah Li Ion battery packs are a huge step in the right direction, but in the meantime, we have a choice, so maybe we have the