Hitachi KC18DBFL Brushless 18V Lithium Ion Kit
Hitachi KC18DBFL 18V Lithium Ion Brushless Hammer Drill & Impact Driver Combo Kit (3.0 aH) Review Hitachi’s KC18DBFL kit has […]
Hitachi DS18DGL 18 Volt Drill/Driver Preview
The new Hitachi DS18DGL 18 volt cordless drill/driver has hit the market. Now featuring the slide-style battery, Hitachi has improved […]
18V Cordless Hammer Drill Round-up
For me, the cordless hammer drill is arguably one of the most well-used tools in my arsenal. Anyone who uses […]
Hitachi H41MB SDS-max Demolition Hammer Review
It’s always fun to get a new tool and put it into the hands of somebody who really knows how […]
Hitachi DS18DBL 18V Li-ion Brushless Driver Drill Preview
Following up on Milwaukee Tool’s FUEL Brushless technology announcement, Hitachi Power Tools, just announced a new line of 18V Brushless Motor Lithium-ion cordless tools. The first new tool to be released is the DS18DBL 18V Lithium-ion Brushless Driver Drill. Why brushless? Well, besides the fact that it appears to be a new trend, Hitachi claims that their brushless technology, which they first delivered in their 14.4V WH14DBL, manages the tool’s motor and delivers up to 50% longer run time between charges. It should also increase power and extend durability since there is essentially no maintenance on the tool. Hitachi’s DS18DBL 18V Lithium Ion Brushless Driver Drill delivers 593 in-lbs of turning torque. That’s not quite up to what we’ve measured on Milwaukee’s new 18V Brushless FUEL drill, but it’s certainly respectable. Hitachi also added an electronic speed control switch to the DS18DBL. That means that you can push a button and select from 4 different speeds. It’s likely overkill for most, but professionals may appreciate the delicate options for control.
Hitachi DV18DBL Brushless Hammer Drill Preview
First it was Milwaukee’s Brushless FUEL Drills, then Makita got into the game. Hitachi Power Tools wasn’t far behind that (and really, the orders get confusing, but let’s just congratulate all of the manufacturers for innovating here). Now, the company is announcing new additions to its line of 18V Brushless tools. In particular, they are adding a new DV18DBL Brushless Hammer Drill. The new DV18DBL ramps up the power from the DS18DBL, which had 593 in-lbs of torque, to an impressive 654 in-lbs of turning torque. It comes with a 1/2″ ratcheting keyless all-metal chuck which feature carbide inserts for secure bit retention. This is a great addition for a tool designed to hammer into concrete. The clutch is designed to actually deliver 22 different torque settings, plus a hammer setting and drill mode for maximum torque. The tool is a compact 8.1″ in length, which is about a 1/10″ shorter than Milwaukee’s new Hammer Drill. It’s also fairly lightweight for a hammer drill at 4.8 lbs. The DV18DBL is sold as a kit and comes with two 3.0Ah Lithium-ion Slide Type batteries, a quick charger, side handle, carrying case and double sided Phillips driver bit.
Hitachi Power Tools Announces Lifetime HXP Lithium-Ion Tool Warranty
Lithium-ion technology is changing the face of the power tool industry one battery at a time. There are many advantages […]
Hitachi 10-year Lithium-ion Battery Prototype
Hitachi announced this week that it had developed a prototype of a rechargeable lithium-ion battery cell that will double the […]
Hitachi Coil Nailer Recall Due to Serious Injury Hazard
If you have a Hitachi NV83A2 coil nailer, you need to check the manufacturing dates because if it was made between […]
Hitachi DS10DFL 12V Micro Driver Drill Review
Take something that is already good and continue to make it better. That’s what Hitachi did with their new Hitachi DS10DFL 12V Micro Drill Driver. This drill is also part of Hitachi’s KC10DFL 12V Driver Drill and Impact Driver Micro Combo Kit. Features like a smaller size, lighter weight, better batteries and more power are just a few of the improvements that make this new tool stand out. In a market with many new tools in the sub-compact category, it can be a tricky endeavor to add value as well as good features.