Ray Von Posted July 6 Report Share Posted July 6 Any recommendations for a robust electric screwdriver, it doesn't need to do massive torque, but small and agile to do repetitive tasks. I have a couple of battery drills with screw bits in them, but they're too cumbersome for daily use. Like case screws on battery charger panels and rebuilding battery charger plugs, some sites I go to have over 300 batteries & chargers on site, after yesterday I only did rebuild on approx 20 battery plugs, but my hands are stiff and achy this morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaycee Posted July 6 Report Share Posted July 6 Watching with interest, as I have similar tasks some days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bignige Posted July 6 Report Share Posted July 6 I only bought this for one specific job but I was impressed. Electric Screwdriver Cordless Rechargeable 7.2V Battery Powered - Mini Electric Screwdriver Set with 30 Screw Bits Set, 2 Extension Drivers, Built-in Led Light - Cordless Screwdriver Set https://amzn.eu/d/00ySgXHb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Von Posted July 6 Author Report Share Posted July 6 (edited) Endorsed by Bob Marley I see🤔 What sort of stuff do you do with it? How long does battery last? Edited July 6 by Ray Von 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bignige Posted July 6 Report Share Posted July 6 5 minutes ago, Ray Von said: Endorsed by Bob Marley I see🤔 If you'd read his review you'll see he sent it back because it was jamming. 😎 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Von Posted July 6 Author Report Share Posted July 6 6 minutes ago, bignige said: If you'd read his review you'll see he sent it back because it was jamming. 😎 Oh please do fuck off😂 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bignige Posted July 6 Report Share Posted July 6 20 minutes ago, Ray Von said: Endorsed by Bob Marley I see🤔 What sort of stuff do you do with it? How long does battery last? I was repairing/ bodging 2 wooden garage windows driving in some hefty screws. Really impressed with the torque which I know you said you didn't need 🙂 I'm on the ropes now, please buy one from Lidl. 😁 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaycee Posted July 6 Report Share Posted July 6 4 hours ago, bignige said: I only bought this for one specific job but I was impressed. Electric Screwdriver Cordless Rechargeable 7.2V Battery Powered - Mini Electric Screwdriver Set with 30 Screw Bits Set, 2 Extension Drivers, Built-in Led Light - Cordless Screwdriver Set https://amzn.eu/d/00ySgXHb Ordered. Along with a 5ft wrecking bar that I only realised I need when I borrowed a colleague's last week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damnthistinleg Posted July 6 Report Share Posted July 6 I've got one of these in the workshop and it's pretty good..... https://www.makitauk.com/product/df001d.html It's quite torquey and runs at a decent rpm so it is pretty useful, although if I was buying another I'd get one with a clutch as it is mainly for the M4 stainless socket button head screws I use by the thousand and they have all the integrity of Wensleydale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderbolt Posted July 6 Report Share Posted July 6 I had one years ago, it got nicked, I thought it was a crap idea, the Mrs bought it, but after using it a few times I got the idea. This has got me looking at them again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evilchicken0 Posted July 24 Report Share Posted July 24 I have a little bosch one but the bit her isn't magnetic / has no mechanical lock. It's OK though not much torque, I use it for bolts when I have a lot of them or long threads - cam caps, clutch bolts, engine cases - then finish with a torque wrench Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny Pryde Posted July 24 Report Share Posted July 24 50 minutes ago, Evilchicken0 said: I have a little bosch one but the bit her isn't magnetic / has no mechanical lock. It's OK though not much torque, I use it for bolts when I have a lot of them or long threads - cam caps, clutch bolts, engine cases - then finish with a torque wrenc I have one too but as EC0 says, there is not much torque. Expect it to throw a hissy when a tough task appears. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaycee Posted July 24 Report Share Posted July 24 On 7/6/2024 at 12:06 PM, bignige said: I only bought this for one specific job but I was impressed. Electric Screwdriver Cordless Rechargeable 7.2V Battery Powered - Mini Electric Screwdriver Set with 30 Screw Bits Set, 2 Extension Drivers, Built-in Led Light - Cordless Screwdriver Set https://amzn.eu/d/00ySgXHb I've been using mine quite frequently. It's been really handy for removing covers that are awkward to access and have stupid amounts of screws. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blow_away Posted August 6 Report Share Posted August 6 I've got one similar to this https://amzn.eu/d/4z66COr except mine is about 15 years old. It's super, the battery lasts for ages, of course it won't do anything high torque but I don't need it to. Excellent for repetitive tasks, it reaches into tricky access areas well. I wouldn't be without it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heds954 Posted August 6 Report Share Posted August 6 I have the Bosch Professional GSB 120 Li. Can be had for about £80 IIRC. Comes with 2x 12v Lithium batteries and a charger, so, quick to charge, lightweight, etc. lasts ages. Also has hammer action, so it's reeeaalllly handy for masonry drilling in tight spaces if needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2moto Posted August 6 Report Share Posted August 6 I bought the Lidl version some time ago. It's one of the most useful tools I use in the workshop. Would buy another in a heartbeat. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Parkside-Cordless-Drill-Charger-Battery/dp/B08N1CKB4Z/ref=asc_df_B08N1CKB4Z/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=697301774134&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=18424844399600241173&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007266&hvtargid=pla-1044267292013&psc=1&mcid=399c9639239c39c3a0c517c30285f7d6&gad_source=1# Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronenige Posted August 6 Report Share Posted August 6 I got one of these about 5 years ago , it's perfect for what I need , it starts to lock at around 7-8 nm , if you doing engine rebuilds etc where there is a lot of engine covers to do this lightly and rapidly nips them up ready for the last final tightening with a torque wrench. Today I've been using it on k1600gt bodywork, millions of small screws taken out and refitted without fear of stripping threads . Sure it was from Toolstation. I've got more powerful stuff but you don't always need it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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