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Panasonic EY6409GQKW 12-Volt NiMH 1/2-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit | Discount Price: $174.50
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Brand: Panasonic
Binding: Tools & Hardware
Features: - Two 3.5 Amp NiMH battery packs for long run time
- Delivers 293 in./lbs. of torque
- 1/2-inch keyless chuck handles larger bits
- 55-minute charge save time
- Compact and lightweight for comfortable all-day use
panasonic driver review [Posted on 2007-05-13]
After much research I deceided to purchase this driver. I haven't been disappointed. It has pleanty of torque and the battery charge is lasting as promised. Great product.
Richard
Sturdier with more power than my old Black and Decker [Posted on 2007-07-22]
Still in the preliminary phase of evaluating this product. Already more impressive than my old Black and Decker piece of junk.
Panasonic Drill 12V [Posted on 2007-08-16]
The drill itself was excellent in feel and operation. I liked that it had a NiMH battery and great balance. But, the chuck constantly clicks when you load or unload a bit. Instead of the smooth turning I'm used to in a drill, you can't easily turn or spin the chuck. I took the drill to a repair center and was advised that this was normal for Panasonic and that you needed to use the motor to spin down the chuck to the bit, not easy when using a small bit. The tech also noted the battery was manufactured 3 years ago. I returned the drill and bought a Mikita Li-ion 18v, very happy.
Going strong for 5 plus years [Posted on 2007-08-16]
I am a weekend warrior, so when I bought this drill 5 years ago, I knew it was an overkill. It's pricey, but as far as I am concerned well worth it. This 12 volt drill does 99% of what I have asked of it. It has no trouble driving 1/4"x 3 1/2" lag bolts in to pressure treated lumber without pilot hole. It will even drive 5/16" x 3" lags, though it does complain a bit.
Things I love about this drill:
1) Best battery on the market at 3.0/3.5 ah
2) Surprising torque. Don't think 282 in/lbs is much? I have not found much it can't drive.
3) Nice balance, and relatively light.
4) Holds bits. I don't have a problem with the ratcheting sound. It locks down tight on any bit. Never had a bit slip.
After 5 years, the batteries are starting to drain a little faster, but it out performs many of the drills on the market today. Tool is only as good as the battery, and Panasonic's battery is top notch. This is a great drill.
Solid tool [Posted on 2008-04-07]
I've been building furniture for over 30 years, and I've used driver drills made by Makita, Bosch, DeWalt and Milwaukee with excellent results. All, however, used NiCad batteries. With the demise of my 5 year old Bosch,it was time to investigate newer battery technology.I researched and "test drove" driver drills and impact drivers with both NiMH and Lithium ion batteries. I chose a driver/drill because I need both excellent torque for driving and high speed for clean drilling.Lithium ion batteries are great, but the cost/benefit ratio didn't justify the extra expense for my application. A good amp/hr NiMH would give me what I need with little "battery memory" issues.
I selected the Panasonic because of the "beast" of a battery it possesses, good size/weight, high torque, high speed, good features, positive reviews by colleagues, and the great price brokered by Amazon.
I've used the tool for a month now, and it meets all of my expectations.It feels good. It performs all of my applications very well, and it's tougher than a two dollar steak. Obviously, the ultimate test will be determined by it's performance over time.However, Panasonic's reputation for quality industrial tools leads me to feel confortable with my purchase.
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