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Steeroid · 14th December 2005, 00:02

I've tried to use these 'twin function' drills but trust me the electric screwdriver is anyday better.

1 as the Old Monk suggested is the issue of slow speed torque. Most screwdrivers come with 5 to 8 torque settings (the common ones, not the exotic variety) and usually no drill can slow down to the levels of the screwdrivers...for eg if you want to make JUST ONE TURN.

2 is the whole issue of weight and ergonomics....the drill is meant to be held with two hands and pressed hard against the surface. It is designed to work in a horizontal plane. The screwdriver, on the other hand, is meant to be used with one hand, and meant to be used in either the horizontal or vertical plane. It is much more pen-like in construction and its much much lighter than any drill.

Finally screwdrivers are usually battery-powered cordless machines while the best drilles are obviously the a/c drilles with cord.

Let me put it this way - using your logic, one can also use a Volvo truck for the daily drive to work. Why dont you?

14th December 2005, 00:02	#3 (permalink)
Steeroid Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: DXB Posts: 5,478	I've tried to use these 'twin function' drills but trust me the electric screwdriver is anyday better. 1 as the Old Monk suggested is the issue of slow speed torque. Most screwdrivers come with 5 to 8 torque settings (the common ones, not the exotic variety) and usually no drill can slow down to the levels of the screwdrivers...for eg if you want to make JUST ONE TURN. 2 is the whole issue of weight and ergonomics....the drill is meant to be held with two hands and pressed hard against the surface. It is designed to work in a horizontal plane. The screwdriver, on the other hand, is meant to be used with one hand, and meant to be used in either the horizontal or vertical plane. It is much more pen-like in construction and its much much lighter than any drill. Finally screwdrivers are usually battery-powered cordless machines while the best drilles are obviously the a/c drilles with cord. Let me put it this way - using your logic, one can also use a Volvo truck for the daily drive to work. Why dont you? __________________ Cheers Steer Back in Touch - lost the i, became a Pro!