Grounding: The process of removing all superfluous, or unwanted pieces from a drill bit, leaving only a clean, sharp, bit. This little drill is rated to a noise power level of 90 dB. That’s equal to a motorbike riding past, but I honestly don’t think that that’s accurate. I ran the drill driver at top speed next to my sound meter app, and only managed a maximum of 80 dB, or the noise of a dishwasher. Terratek don't want you to suffer any accidents while using their equipment. So, they've paid a great deal of attention to the ergonomics of this Terratek cordless drill. The pistol grip is easy to hold and textured to stop it slipping from your hands as you drill. This electric drill is light, too - weighing only 1kg, and is easy to hold for hours at a time. What you’re drilling and the drill you're using should be the first considerations you make when choosing your drill bits.

Finally consider any accessories you may need. Most bits come with a case but these can range from simple plastic holders to fully bespoke moulded cases with a carry handle. So after looking at the tool, I had a closer read through of the manual, and if I had only started here then I wouldn’t have had to mess around taking the tool apart and looking up part numbers. The Terratek 18V Lithium-Ion Cordless Drill Set is supplied with a powerful 800mAh Li-ion battery which results in having no memory effect, no self-discharge and always ready for use. Peaking at 20V from a fresh charge the battery stabilises to 18V. Belonging to the Futura Direct family of brands, Terratek make a decent range of budget-friendly power tools and clever kit for the garden. It’s not the flashiest kit out there, but they’re honest products for modest prices. These are the standard components of any drill really and are what define the quality of the drill. So if we are digging a little deeper and trying to find out where this drill is made we can look at some of the components, the only easily identifiable component I could find was the motor. The MotorWhat’s interesting about this drill’s design is more about what’s not there. You don’t get two gears to select from but the plastic moulding on top shows where it should be. Also, you don’t get a battery level indicator, but the plastic moulding on the side shows where one should be. They’re not deal-breakers for a drill at this price, but it shows that the parts are simply taken off the shelf and put together. Choosing drill bits with appropriate toughness for the job is important, to avoid weak bits snapping mid-task and overspending on unnecessarily expensive bits. Drill bit material and coating will determine a bit's strength and durability.

Ease of transport aside, there is a bit of a problem with this device. Terratek rate it as a 3 – 5 hour charger. That’s an awfully long time when you consider that this is just an 800 mAh battery, or 0.8 Ah. If you’re planning on putting up a few shelves and the thought of using a manual screwdriver sends chills up your spine, this is a great choice. It’s so affordable that you could even throw one in the boot of your car for emergencies. Or just have another drill driver around so you don’t need to change bits in your “good” drill every time.

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Drill bit materials make an enormous difference to their toughness and heat resistance. However, the most durable and heat resistant materials often tend to be more expensive, so consider the tasks you’re using drill bits for carefully before purchasing. Drill bits are often treated or coated with additional materials to increase their durability, heat and stress resistance and to make them more effective at drilling and longer-lived. Exercise Your TERRATEK 18v Battery - Do not leave your battery dormant for long periods of time. We recommend using the battery at least once every two to three weeks. If a battery has not been used for a long period of time, perform the new battery break in procedure described above.

Terratek haven’t gone down the 12V route compared with the Hychika cordless drill I tested, they’re using full power 18 Volt batteries in their cordless drills. The Terratek 13Pc combi drill 18V/20V is perfect for the most demanding of projects. With a battery and charger included, this drill driver has you covered. Plus, it is compliant with the EU Batteries Directive 2006/66/EC, and is manufactured without the use of cadmium. Terratek are so proud of the battery that goes into their Terratek 18V Lithium-Ion Cordless Drill that they put it in the name. The lithium-ion battery can be recharged hundreds of times and is more stable than an ordinary lithium battery. So, you're sure to be drilling holes for years to come with this Terratek drill. I honestly wasn’t sure there was going to be a drill in the box when it arrived at my front door. I couldn’t believe that a 13 piece drill driver set would fit into a box that measures just 22 x 20 x 70 mm! It started off the trend with this Terratek 18V cordless drill; small, lightweight, and with absolutely no frills. Even though this isn’t a high-performance cordless drill that can reach thousands of rpm with a slight pull of the trigger, it’s still a capable machine. It could still cause injuries if not respected and used properly. However, with the correct level of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the right technique, it should be an incredibly safe piece of kit to use.Compared with the 1.5 Ah battery supplied with the Ryobi R18PD3 that can charge in just one hour, this is really slow. There’s nothing worse than having a battery die during a job and needing to wait for several hours before you can get working again. Get greater control over your li-ion cordless screwdriver with 16 different torque settings available to use with, you will always be able to find the perfect setting for whatever material, whether that be wood, plastic, metal and a variety of other materials. If you've got a hole to drill you need to get it right first time. Introducing the Terratek 18V Lithium-Ion Cordless Drill, which will make your home improvement dreams a reality.