Have you been scrambling for a great gift for your boyfriend, brother, dad or best bud? The range of presents for guys could be as wide ranging as there is for women.
But sometimes, the task of finding the perfect for a guy can be quite daunting.
On the other hand, just about any power tool could be the single thing most men love.
Take a look at the cordless drill.
Power Drill - What It Is and How It Works This type of tool has been around for over three decades now.
It has evolved in different shapes and manufacture.
Most kinds anyway are comprised of five elements, namely the safety latch, a reversing switch, torque adjustment, a chuck to keep the bit in place and a handle.
Inside the drill housing is a simple motor that drives and enables the bit to make holes into different surfaces such as metal, plastic or wood.
It is sometimes even used to 'enhance' performance of manual tools such as a screwdriver tip so as to screws could be installed or removed.
Given the advancements in technology, this kind of power tool has been taken into different modifications.
It has been subjected to being transformed into a much handier version so it could be used anywhere at any given time.
One of its most recent and riveting versions is the cordless type.
This one does not need to be plugged into an electrical source for it to be operated.
It just needs a couple of batteries for it to run.
Cordless Power Drill Components & Buying Guide In choosing the right power drill, the first thing to consider is the power output it has.
The different models have different power levels from 7.
2 to 32 volts.
The lower powered units could perform minimal tasks such as minor screwing applications.
The higher powered ones could easily be used for tougher tasks such as drilling multiple holes in far harder surfaces like concrete or in masonry jobs.
The batteries are just as important as the drill unit itself.
The better quality the batteries are in the unit, the longer it will perform.
The newer types necessitate for batteries made from Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) or Lithion ion (Li ion).
These batteries typically could last up to five years or even longer depending on the use.
Make sure to check if the cordless drill you will buy offers varied applications.
What your man will make truly happy is the diversity his power tool could bring him.
Check if the unit has adjustable speed settings, reversible options (for removing screws, bits) and convenient access to the chucks (keyless chucks, preferably).
An added feature many drills now have is the built-in light source.
This makes the unit easier to use upon drilling smaller bits.
You should also be sure to take a look at the visual impact vis-à-vis functionality of the unit.
There are those that come in sleek exteriors with very comfortable grip and controls.
Finally, if you want to get the most out of your bucks, get those that come in kits with rechargeable batteries and charger.
These accessories will turn out to save your man a whole lot of money in the long run.
Once you present your man with a cordless drill, see him delighted eternally!