You should consider getting the Hitachi DS18DSAL 18-Volt Lithium Ion Compact Pro Driver Drill, if you have a lot of driving and drilling to do. This drill is designed and best for the heavy-usage homeowner and the medium usage contractor. It’s got speed and power approaching a pro-level tool, and it’s small and light.
The included flashlight is handy if you’re working alone in low-light places. The fact that the user can replace the carbon brushes themselves is a bonus. Sure, it’s not like other big contractor brand, but for the price it’s a really great drill. It’s really tough and has a ton of great features, making it a great choice.
The included flashlight is handy if you’re working alone in low-light places. The fact that the user can replace the carbon brushes themselves is a bonus. Sure, it’s not like other big contractor brand, but for the price it’s a really great drill. It’s really tough and has a ton of great features, making it a great choice.
Let's take a closer look.
Design
This drill has compact and lightweight design. It weighs just about 3.5 pounds, means that fatigue is kept well under control when being used. This drill uses a half-inch keyless chuck which allow you to securely fasten bits to the drill by hand. The drill has an on-board LED that help you illuminates the workspace.
Battery
This drill comes with two 18 Volt Lithium Ion batteries, which are well known across the industry for being lightweight, long-lived and powerful. You only have to wait 40 minutes for a full charge. Unfortunately, the drill does not include a battery gauge, or charge indicator, to show you how much charge is left on the battery.
Performance
The Hitachi DS18DSAL 18-Volt 1/2-inch Lithium-Ion Cordless Drill/Driver combines speed with power, as it is capable of reaching 1,800 RPMs and can produce a maximum 460 inch-pounds of turning force. It offers 22 torque settings and 2 speeds. This allows you to find the best combination for different jobs and materials.
So here is our short review of Hitachi DS18DSAL 18-Volt Drill/Driver:
The Plus (+):
- Compact and lightweight design
- Two Strong Lithium-ion batteries
- 22-drive clutch settings to provide you with superb torque control and excellent precision
- LED work light
- Battery charger circuitry, to prevent overheating and power loss through the mechanism of battery charger circuitry.
- Dual speed settings to let you select the appropriate speed that gets individual tasks executed superbly
- Covered by Hitachi’s 10-year Lithium-ion tool warranty as well as two-year Lithium-ion battery warranty
- Includes Flashlight and carrying case
The Minus (-):
- The battery doesn’t match all other Hitachi tools
- The external flashlight is not LED
- No battery meter/charge indicator
Conclusion
Overall, the Hitachi DS18DSAL is one of the best cordless drills we reviewed. It puts a ton of professional level features into a mid-priced drill that is within reach of non-professional wallets. The drill can reach up to 1,800 RPMs, which is impressive, and can punch 460 inch-pounds of turning force. Featuring pro-level features in a compact, lightweight and affordable design, this is a drill that won’t let you down.
Hitachi DS18DSAL 18V Drill/Driver Specifications
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Item Weight
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12.2 pounds
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Product Dimensions
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7.7 x 3 x 9 inches
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Size
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18.30in. x 16.50in. x 4.50in.
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Color
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Green
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Style
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Driver drill
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Power Source
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Rechargeable
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Voltage
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18 volts
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Special Features
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compact
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Included Components
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Two 18V 1.5Ah Lithium
Ion Slide Batteries, 18V Compact Pro Flashlight, Quick Charger, 2-Sided #2
Phillips Bit, Carrying Case
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Warranty Description
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This
product is guaranteed by Hitachi’s industry-leading warranty to be free from
defect in materials and workmanship for a period of five years from the
original purchase date.
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