Black & Decker Drill Drivers

Black & Decker CD18CA 18v Cordless Drill Driver

Black & Decker CD18CA 18v Cordless Drill Driver

This cordless driver offers extra power and a speedier motor for more efficient drilling. Even the hardest flat pack presents no object for a drill with this much torque. The Black & Decker CD18CA offers variable speed for gentle start, full control and a reverse switch for increased versatility. The featured five torque settings also let you drive various sized screws into differeing materials, and the keyless chuck allows for fast bit changing.

Specifications

Voltage: 18v
Battery type: Detachable
Capacity: 1.2 Ah
Charge time: 3 h
Chuck: Keyless
Chuck Size 10 mm
Clutch positions 5
Clutch mechanism: Yes
Max. capacity: wood: 35 mm
Max. capacity: steel: 10 mm
Max capacity: masonry: 0 mm
Reverse: Yes
Speed: Variable
No load speed: 0-850 rpm
Torque control: Yes
Max Torque: 13 Nm

Reviews

Username: the_metro_area
Stars: 5/5

Excellent basic drill/screwdriver,

I've used this B]Black & Decker CD18CA 18v Cordless Drill Driver so much for basic DIY in the 4 months I've owned it and it's turned out to be a great buy. One charge seems to last for ages and it has the power to do all the household jobs you need it to. It wasn't great drilling into brick but I blame the cheap drill bits I got rather than the drill itself, I'll get some bosch drill bits for next time. The drill itself is a little weighty but that's down to the 18v battery and you don't get power without a little sacrifice. The screwdriver bits it comes with are adequate but have disintegrated pretty rapidly when the bit has slipped with the screw.

In summary, it's a good value drill but best to invest in some decent drill/screwdriver bits

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Fantastic examples of 12v Cordless Drill Drivers include the Black & Decker CD12CA 12v, Bosch GSR12-23 12v, DeWalt DW965K 12v, Hitachi 12DVF3 12v, Makita 312DWDE3 12v, and the Ryobi CHD1202 12v

If 14.4v Cordless Drill Drivers are better suited, then be sure to review the Black & Decker Lithium Ion 14.4v, Bosch PSR 14.4v, DeWalt DC731KBV 14.4v, the Hitachi DS14DVF3 14.4v,Makita 6280DWPE3 14.4v, or the Ryobi CCD-1441 14.4v

To adapt to your 18v Cordless Drill Drivers needs, go take a look at the Black & Decker CD18CA 18v, Bosch PSR18-2 Li-Ion 18v Drill Driver, DeWalt DC759KB 18v Drill Driver, Hitachi DS18DL 18v Drill Driver, the Makita BDF452RFE 18v Drill Driver or the Ryobi CCD-181M One+ 18v Drill Driver

For cordless drill drivers, power is measured in battery voltage. Higher voltage means more torque-spinning strength to overcome resistance. Over the last decade, top-end voltage has increased from 9.6 to 18V, but the range of models include 6, 7.2, 9.6, 12, 14.4 and 18V. Today's higher-voltage drill drivers have enough power to bore big holes in framing lumber and flooring. That's impressive muscle. But the trade-off for power is weight. A typical 9.6V drill weighs 3 1/2 lbs, while an 18V model weighs up to 10 lbs.

Electric rotary drill drivers are designed mainly for drilling metal and wood. This type of drill is normally small and compact. Motor sizes range from around 500 watts. The lower wattage motors are ok for drilling small holes or minimal use, the more powerful motored machines will cope with larger size holes and more frequent use. The chuck size is another thing to check, the smaller drill drivers have a chuck which will only accept drill bits up to 10mm diameter the larger chuck size is 13mm.

Any tool may feel like an extension of your hand. The tool may feel great while standing in the store aisle but try to imagine what it will feel like after a few hours of use. While in the shop make sure all controls are convenient, and check to see if the forward/reverse and high/low speed switches in particular are easy to use.

Drilling softwood, hardwood, metal, and masonry all require different drill speeds. Harder materials or larger bits have to be worked at lower speed. Conversely, softer materials and smaller bits may be used at higher speeds. Look for a drill with variable speed. Variable speed allows the user to control the bit speed, indispensable when you plan on working different materials and accessories.

All cordless drill drivers come with a battery charger, with recharge times ranging from 15 minutes to three hours. But faster isn't necessarily better. A contractor might depend on fast recharges, but slower recharging isn't usually a concern at home, especially if you have two batteries. What's more, there are drawbacks to fast charging. A fast recharge may damage a battery by generating excessive heat, unless it's a specially designed unit. If you want a speedy recharge, go with a tool from Makita, Hitachi or Panasonic, whose "smart" chargers are equipped with temperature sensors and feedback circuitry that protect batteries. These units provide a charge in as little as nine minutes without battery damage.

Check out drill drivers in DIY centres noting their weight and balance. Try out vertical and horizontal drilling positions to see how comfortable you feel. Contoured grips and rubber cushioning on some models make them very comfortable, even when you're applying direct palm pressure. While you're at it, see how easy it is to change clutch settings and operate the keyless chuck.

For most applications around the house a small set of common twist bits will normally serve your needs. You'll also need a drill to turn the bits and some tools to measure and mark where you want the hole. This includes a ruler or tape measure, a pencil or scribe and if working with metal, a centre punch and a hammer. The first and most important step is marking where you want the hole. You may also use a scribe on wood or plastic. Sometimes even a pencil will work well. As long as you may see your marks and they don't rub off when working your material it doesn't normally matter. Without a punch mark, the bit would drift around. If it did eventually catch, it would quite likely be in the wrong location.

To drill a satisfactory hole in any material, the correct type of drill bit must be used; it must be used correctly and be sharpened as suitable. Many jobs around the house require a hole of some kind to be drilled - whether it is putting up a shelf, building a cabinet or hanging a light fitting. For basic requirements, a set of high-speed steel twist bits and some masonry bits will probably be sufficient for the average handyman. But for more sophisticated jobs/material, others bits will be required - perhaps larger, or designed for a specific material/purpose. Good quality drill bits can be expensive, so take care of them, keep them in a case or box if possible, rather than allowing them to roll around loose in a toolbox where the cutting edges may be damaged.

Used for cutting large, fixed, diameter holes in wood or plastic a hole saw will usually cut up to a depth of 18mm though deeper versions are available. Best used in a power drill at low speed as the blade saws its way through the material. Sharpening may be done with a fine triangular file - as for an ordinary saw. Like the Hole Saw above, combination saws may cut large holes but they consist of a number of different sized round saw blades, usually ranging from about 25 to 62mm in diameter. Normally the blade are secures by a radial screw in the 'head' with all blades other than the desired sized being removed before the screw is inserted to secure the required diameter blade. Best used in a power drill at low speed as the blade saws it's way through the material. Sharpening may be done with a fine triangular file and 'setter' as for an ordinary saw. Forstner bits are used to form holes with a flat bottom, such as for kitchen cupboard hinges. Best used in a power drill held in a drill stand as there's little in the way of a central point. If used freehand, the positioning is difficult to control as there is no central pilot bit. Sharpening of the bit may be done on an oilstone or with a fine file. A Wood Auger bit is ideal when drilling large-diameter, deep holes in wood or thick man-made boards. Generally an Auger bit may only be used in a hand brace. The bit will cut a clean and deep, flat bottomed holes. The single spur cuts and defines the edge of the hole while the chisel-like cutting edge removes the waste within the previously cut circle. The threaded centre bites into the wood and pulls the bit into the timber. This 'pulling' action means that the bit is really unsuitable for use in a power drill.

DIY Safety tips:

Never overload a socket with too a lot of plugs or adaptors. Don't allow cables and flexes to become kinked or frayed. Make sure plugs are undamaged and tightly closed with no loose connections and that cord grips are tightened. Ensure plugs are correctly fused. Fuses protect cables and flexes from the effects of overheating caused by short circuits and overload.
When painting, or using any material that generates toxic fumes or dust, keep the room well ventilated. Never smoke while painting or standing close to a freshly painted area.

Ladders are one of the main causes of DIY accidents. Erect the ladder according to the manufacturer's instructions. Never lean to one side as you could lose balance. Don't rush as you're more likely to have an accident. Carefully plan the job before you start work. Know your limitations and consult a professional if you are unsure. It's also a good idea to ask someone if they can help you.

Take extra care with old paint. Some old paint could give off harmful dust and pose a poisoning hazard if ingested by small children. You must not burn off old paint or rub it down with dry sandpaper or a power sander; you may clean up properly, using a high efficiency industrial vacuum cleaner with heavy duty filters. Have a basic First Aid kit accessible.

Keep the work area tidy. An untidy work environment easily leads to accidents. Offcuts of wallpaper, for example, may be very slippery underfoot. Take care with ladders and access equipment. Ensure that they are properly erected and stable.

Black & Decker CD18CA Drill Driver

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Black & Decker CD18CA 18v Cordless Drill Driver

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