Cordless power tool system - which one ?

[Volvobrick]

28 minutes ago, therock said:

Yep, my self assessment:

Don't quit my day job...

I even have trouble setting a Hager daily self timer to turn on lights... sigh..

 

This is really old tech. Next time switch to WiFi smart switch like sonoff. You can programme using app. 

[Adrianli]

8 minutes ago, Lala81 said:

ah ok. interesting. but the screw was inside the wooden feet. so this is not long enough unless the screw is exposed.

Can buy many attachments.

https://www.lazada.sg/products/16pcs-long-magnetic-screwdriver-bits-set-slottedcrosshextorx-drill-bit-set-14-inch-hex-shank-100mm-length-i1682642427.html

[Adrianli]

I am watching the renovating show on Wakuwaku Japan, a channel in MIO TV called Before & After. Most of their craftsmen are using such extension screwdriver bits to screw stuffs.

https://www.wakuwakujapan.com/en/program/detail/wj0000000898/

[Kb27]

2 hours ago, therock said:

I think my current borsch drill just takes too long to drill a hole.. if I want to upgrade, any suggestions on a better drill which doesn’t cost too much and can I use my current drill bits?

just remember I suck at this …

If you're using a rotary hammer to drill a hole in concrete, the experience is quite different.

Usually, you'll set it to drill + hammer. Don't pull the trigger too hard at first, it will be like a machine gun that takes off and you might lose control. Pull slowly, the drill starts to rotate and the hammering action starts. The more you pull the trigger, the faster it rotates and the harder it will hammer. If you had a hollow brick, it will break through in 2 seconds.

SDS drill bit slides up and down (due to the hammer) on the chuck. Which is why it's recommended to put grease or oil on the bit shank. It is unlike normal drill bit, which is gripped by the chuck on the sides.

Edited November 17, 2021 by Kb27

[therock]

Thanks 🙏

I love it when you all talk dirty to me

i really dig this stuff and will sit around the contractors much to their annoyance but it’s not a skill I can do 🥵

[Kb27]

For restricted space, I have this kind of tools

 

 

[Lala81]

9 hours ago, Kb27 said:

If you're using a rotary hammer to drill a hole in concrete, the experience is quite different.

Usually, you'll set it to drill + hammer. Don't pull the trigger too hard at first, it will be like a machine gun that takes off and you might lose control. Pull slowly, the drill starts to rotate and the hammering action starts. The more you pull the trigger, the faster it rotates and the harder it will hammer. If you had a hollow brick, it will break through in 2 seconds.

SDS drill bit slides up and down (due to the hammer) on the chuck. Which is why it's recommended to put grease or oil on the bit shank. It is unlike normal drill bit, which is gripped by the chuck on the sides.

With a sds drill bit without the depth stop, u can't mark depth right since the bit moves up and down? 

Tips for Normal hammer drill can just put some masking tape on the drill bit.

I was watching YouTube on this just now. Lol suddenly thought about it. 

[Kb27]

2 minutes ago, Lala81 said:

With a sds drill bit without the depth stop, u can't mark depth right since the bit moves up and down? 

Tips for Normal hammer drill can just put some masking tape on the drill bit.

I was watching YouTube on this just now. Lol suddenly thought about it. 

Without pressing the trigger, just rest on the drill. The SDS bit will move towards the end stop, and that's where you place your tape or depth stop.

I use a cheap plastic cup to collect the dust, which makes it even more difficult to gauge the stop. 

https://shopee.sg/Drill-Dust-Cover-Plastic-Drill-Ash-Collector-Non-slip-Hammer-Dust-Bowl-for-Home-Construction-Site-i.288202390.7483427192?sp_atk=253b8a57-b967-4fe5-ad40-ebe811db3b8e

[Lala81]

10 hours ago, Kb27 said:

Without pressing the trigger, just rest on the drill. The SDS bit will move towards the end stop, and that's where you place your tape or depth stop.

I use a cheap plastic cup to collect the dust, which makes it even more difficult to gauge the stop. 

https://shopee.sg/Drill-Dust-Cover-Plastic-Drill-Ash-Collector-Non-slip-Hammer-Dust-Bowl-for-Home-Construction-Site-i.288202390.7483427192?sp_atk=253b8a57-b967-4fe5-ad40-ebe811db3b8e

as in u use the cup to cover the bit? u cut the cup into a shorter depth?

some people use masking tape to paste a plastic bag underneath to catch the dust.

[therock]

I’ve used the cup

its ok but make sure it’s the right cup size 

otherwise the plastic bag catches more, just that flying dust goes outside the catchment area

[t0y0ta]

25 minutes ago, Lala81 said:

as in u use the cup to cover the bit? u cut the cup into a shorter depth?

some people use masking tape to paste a plastic bag underneath to catch the dust.

I make a simple paper bag using magazine page and masking tape it flush below drilling point - it collect 90% of the dust and after that just dump it.

You need visibility to the drill bit to ensure it is going in straight and to your desired depth. With a cup over, you will lose that ability.

[Gnahp]

i have this drill bit vacuum attachment, connect it to a running vacuum cleaner to capture the dust

not 100% dust free but much better than the mess created especially drilling ceiling 

[Kb27]

1 hour ago, Lala81 said:

as in u use the cup to cover the bit? u cut the cup into a shorter depth?

some people use masking tape to paste a plastic bag underneath to catch the dust.

Yes, use the cup. Insert the bit through the hole. As the view is blocked slightly, I punch a starting hole first in the wall, then slide the cup to cover and drill the rest of the way. Of course have to mark the depth slightly different. Can use tape or paint to mark the depth line. Tape tends to wear out faster.

Can also use masking tape and plastic bag, but the cup is more convenient.

Important to reduce the dust when drilling concrete as it flies all over the place.

Edited November 18, 2021 by Kb27

[Volvobrick]

I usually get my helper to place the vacuum hose just under where I am drilling and turn on the vacuum..... 

[Mkl22]

take note what type of vacuum cleaner you use. if you use those bagless ones. good luck. the fine concrete dust will clog the filter of the bagless. then one more shit to clean .😁

i use a bag vacuum and even then some small amounts get outside the bag.

[Volvobrick]

4 minutes ago, Mkl22 said:

take note what type of vacuum cleaner you use. if you use those bagless ones. good luck. the fine concrete dust will clog the filter of the bagless. then one more shit to clean .😁

i use a bag vacuum and even then some small amounts get outside the bag.

Traditional type... When full replace the bag! Cement dust really clogs up the bag very quickly. 

[Kb27]

I bought a Makita vacuum attachment from Amazon, cost $50. Lots of plastic to connect and then you need to connect to a vacuum cleaner.

So much work just to drill a hole !

Luckily it was Amazon and I return the attachment and got back my money, except for the return postage I paid. 

Then I tried with tape and plastic bag. Have to be careful when the bag is full of dust. Or you might regret it spilling out everything you've collected.

Then I bought the cheap $2 dust collector (cup), to me it's the best, cheap and convenient. Just insert the drill bit in and drill. Most of the dust are caught inside. Just empty it into the sink and flush down the toilet. No vacuum cleaner or plastic bags to mess with.

[Mkl22]

36 minutes ago, Kb27 said:

I bought a Makita vacuum attachment from Amazon, cost $50. Lots of plastic to connect and then you need to connect to a vacuum cleaner.

So much work just to drill a hole !

Luckily it was Amazon and I return the attachment and got back my money, except for the return postage I paid. 

Then I tried with tape and plastic bag. Have to be careful when the bag is full of dust. Or you might regret it spilling out everything you've collected.

Then I bought the cheap $2 dust collector (cup), to me it's the best, cheap and convenient. Just insert the drill bit in and drill. Most of the dust are caught inside. Just empty it into the sink and flush down the toilet. No vacuum cleaner or plastic bags to mess with.

this one?