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Hitachi DB3DL

Price range:

$58.95 - $79.00

Summary: This 3.6-volt cordless screwdriver from Hitachi has 1/4-inch chuck, offers two speed ranges, and comes with two Li-Ion batteries and a smart charger.

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Type: Cordless screwdrivers

About - Hitachi DB3DL
The DB3DL is part of the cordless drill & tool kit test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, cordless drill models like the DB3DL are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Speed: Speed of drilling and driving screws. Power: Twisting force for tightening and loosening. Run time: This reflects how much work the drill can perform per battery charge, as measured on a dynamometer.

About - Hitachi DB3DL

The DB3DL is part of the cordless drill & tool kit test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, cordless drill models like the DB3DL are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Speed:: Speed of drilling and driving screws.
Power:: Twisting force for tightening and loosening.
Run time:: This reflects how much work the drill can perform per battery charge, as measured on a dynamometer.

About This Brand
Hitachi cordless drills are geared to the contractor market and are available in multiple sizes, weights, and voltages. Hitachi cordless drills are widely available online, in hardware stores, and at Lowe’s.

About This Brand

Hitachi cordless drills are geared to the contractor market and are available in multiple sizes, weights, and voltages. Hitachi cordless drills are widely available online, in hardware stores, and at Lowe’s.

Features & Specs - Hitachi DB3DL
Battery type The type of batteries provided with the drill. All are rechargeable. The more common type is denoted NiCd, for its nickel-cadmium components. Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries boast added energy for their weight. Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries are the latest type and deliver even more power in a smaller size. Lithium-ion and NiMH batteries can be disposed of with regular refuse; NiCd must be recycled. Battery type	Li
Battery recharge time (in minutes) The time it takes to completely recharge a battery after it has properly cooled down. Most of the fast chargers have a built-in temperature sensor that delays the charging cycle when the battery is too hot from recent heavy use until the battery has cooled. Battery recharge time (in minutes)	30
Speed ranges Many cordless drills have two separate speed ranges, or gear ratios; some newer models have three. The slower speed range peaks at about 400 revolutions per minute (rpm) and provides increased torque (twisting force) for driving large screws. A higher speed range that reaches about 1,500 rpm or more, is well suited for rapid drilling. Lower-priced drills usually have a single speed range that tops out at approximately 600 to 800 rpm, compromising both driving and drilling performance. Speed ranges	2
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Great Cordless Screwdriver

By Chris from Sioux Falls, SD on 10/5/2009

Pros:

Compact, Easy To Use, Ergonomic Design, Good Battery Power, No Bit Slippage, Powerful

Best Uses:

All Around, Overhead/Tight Spaces

Describe Yourself:

Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

CR says: "You'd be better off buying an inexpensive conventional cordless drill than the Hitachi DB3DL."

I don't understand that. A cordless screwdriver like this is not used that same way a regular cordless drill is. I drill holes with my Makita BDF452HW then I use this to put in the screws. It's a great combination.

I just built some hardwood stairs and this was invaluable. It's powerful enough to drill small pilot holes if you need it.

If you are a home owner looking for a good do it all drill and want something that's small and easy to store and use this is it. In fact you might not even need a regular cordless drill. This thing is that powerful.

Also, a regular cordless drill is clumsy. If I want to take apart my computer or something, I'm not going to go get my Makita. I'll use this instead. This is going to fit in places a normal cordless drill won't.

Check the the over reviews of this screwdriver around the net. They're really positive. I can't believe I used my old black and decker for that long.

Not Happy With It

By Appliance Tech. Jeff from Altoona, PA on 8/7/2008

Pros:

Easy To Store, Fast charging, Good Grip, Good Safety Features

Cons:

SPD ADJ Doesnt Lock, Underpowered

Best Uses:

Rarely

Describe Yourself:

Professional

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I have gone through 5 drivers because of the speed selection slide switch backing off between high and low. I contacted HITACHI and received no resolution or satisfaction on the problem.
Now the wires have broken off inside after 5 months.

Flimsy Construction

By Bob The Builder from L. A., CA on 4/10/2008

Pros:

Easy To Store, Good Grip

Cons:

Fragile Case, Only 1 Phillips bit

Best Uses:

Home Repair

Describe Yourself:

Do-It-Yourself

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

One minor roll off the workbench and the case broke at the hinge. A few weeks old and off for repairs...

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