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Compact and lightweight, free-standing. Balanced tool weight insures wrist alignment and reduces fatigue. Optimized handle secure grip and ergonomic comfort. Variable speed trigger. 21 torque settings and a drill mode for precision and control in both for ward and reverse. LED light ring illuminates dim work areas. Quick change 1/4" hex chuck for simple bit replacements. Battery charge indicator light. HXP batteries. Charger circuitry prevents overheating and power loss. STANDARD EQUIPMENT: (2) No. 329370 1.5Ah Lithium Ion batteries, No.UC10SFL charger, carrying case, driver bit, 7-piece bit set. SPECIFICATIONS: 1/4" hex, 88 in/lbs torque, 0-400 RPM, 10.8V battery, 1.5Ah battery, 21 plus 1 clutch stages, LED ring light, Lithium
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 Very pleased on the quality of this product. |
| Review Date: June 25, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Jacoby Y. Wilson, Westminster, CA United States |
I purchased this item, after going to the "Orange" and "Blue" brick and mortar stores, looking to replace my aging Panasonic 9.6V impact driver. I looked at all the other Lithium-Ion based ones in the same voltage class, disliking the Bosch and Milwaukee due to grip size (width), the Skill for lack of an extra battery, the new 12V Ryobi (no clutch), and wasn't going to wait for the upcoming Makita. One other factor I looked at in buying a new drill/driver, was the other tools available/upcoming and a heavy sway for me was their new Saw based on the 10.8V system. It doesn't sound like much, but my job as a computer tech/network engineer, I only need a lighter duty reciprocating saw to cut holes in floor tiles and to cut down telco racks.
So far it has been quite useful in reconfiguring server cabinets, putting a car stereo in my Jeep, and for drilling 1/2" lag bolt holes in some stairs. It isn't a power house, but wasn't purchased to be one. I was actually surprised by the quality of the product and have to say that the 1/4" hex adapter has very little slop and what minor drilling I have used it with, was very little "walk" with the bit I used to for the stairs mentioned above. The length of run time with the Li-Ion packs has been a real bonus. Where removing and reinstalling the myriad amount of screws and bolt to install server gear, I used only 1 charged pack for almost the whole day. The LED ring is pretty useful as well. Working under the dash of my Jeep, I didn't have to balance a flashlight on my chest or worry about ripping a headlamp off my head. The hard case is really nice, yet I find that most situations, I drop the drill, with an attached battery, and a Picquic bit pack, into my notebook case and have a go-to tool available wherever I am working.
My only non-issue really is the 21 torque settings, superfluous in practice, since I have only used 4 (3, 9, 15, and drill) and can't foresee using anymore.
I hope their flashlight and impact driver become available soon (am about to pull the trigger on the saw) and I will have my "whole" set. |
Great little power tool
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| Review Date: September 17, 2008 |
| Reviewer: A. Wiersch, Lantana, TX USA (near Dallas) |
This is a great little tool. I use to use a bigger Dewalt unit, which was nice, but bigger and heavier than needed. The Hitachi should be able to do 99% of what I did with my Dewalt. I was also impressed with how fast the batteries charge (40 minutes). The build quality seems excellent. It comes with some bits (see photo I uploaded), two batteries, charger, and a plastic case. The LED lights are a plus.
Note though, that this doesn't have two "speeds" like my older Dewalt does, having a driving speed and a drilling speed. This Hitachi may be a bit slow for drilling. |
Best item of its kind!
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| Review Date: October 6, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Tell It Like It Is, good ole USA |
I have a Dremel 7.2 volt Li-Ion rechargable driver. It was OK for nondemanding applications, but any job that required more than minimal torque was more than the tool could handle. This Hitachi 10.8 volt driver, on the other hand, drives 2 inch and even 3 inch screws into studs without a whimper. I haven't used it enough yet to get a feel for battery charge longevity, but it does come with 2 Li-Ion batteries that seem to charge pretty quickly with the included charger. It is very ergonomically designed and comfrotable to hold and use.
I think Hitachi makes some of the best power tools on the market nowadays. They are not the cheapest priced items out there, but if you want quality and dependability, you need to at least consider Hitachi before you lay down your money. |
powerful and rugged
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| Review Date: February 5, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Jacob H, Midwest, USA |
Great little screwdriver. Does everything a good electric screwdriver should. Light, very powerful, and well built. The built in light is the best of all the similar products I've used, nice even light.
Several people have already said not to buy this expecting it to be a drill. Very true. It's not a drill, and I don't know why drill is even in the name. Don't judge it by the standards of a drill. Of course it doesn't have a Jacob's chuck. Of course it isn't as powerful as an 18v cordless drill. It's a screwdriver, plain and simple. Don't buy it expecting to take lug nuts off your car tires or drill holes in anything more robust than drywall or plywood. That's what hammer drills and impact tools are for.
I occasionally do installation of distributed sound systems (in churches and such) and hanging speakers in drywall ceilings is the biggest pain you can possibly imagine. This little guy is light enough to hold over my head while screwing speaker mounts into place, but tough enough to drive long lag screws into wood studs or metal brackets.
Also worth saying that, in the course of said speaker installation, it took a fall off the top of an 8' ladder onto a cement floor with barely a scratch. It's a lot more durable than you would think.
And as a last little note, I can't believe how fast the batteries charge. I regularly go from dead battery to full charge in under an hour! |
Great feel, great battery life
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| Review Date: March 29, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Benbrilling, Santa Cruz, CA USA |
I really like the feel of this tool. I bought it about 6 months ago and charged it up, played with it a bit, but haven't really had a need to use it until now. The battery still had plenty of charge after sitting in the case for 6 months! A NiCad would need a full a charge before using after that long. I like the balance, the controls, and the impression of quality I get from it. The quick change is really handy and if you buy a set of quick change drill bits you will be ready to easily tackle any medium sized job with ease with this little guy. My only complaint is the case it comes in. It is obviously made for a much larger drill and is a real shame to spoil the convenience of a compact drill with a big half-empty case. Because of the built in interior contours of the case (made to fit a larger drill) it isn't practical to use the wasted space for additional bits or drills. But that's not enough of a bother to knock off any stars from my top rating.
Edit: After using this for several months I have grown to really appreciate the built-in light. It really helps you to position the blade on the screw before you start. The trick is to just pull the trigger slightly and the light comes on but the drill doesn't start turning until you pull the trigger more (after you've seated the bit into the screw).
Another update: After more than a year and a half of using this just occasionally to drill a couple of small holes or drive or remove a few screws I finally had occasion to do some serious drilling. On the remaining ORIGINAL charge I still had enough power left to drill a couple of 1/2" dimeter holes through 6" thick redwood posts! After a full recharge I was able to drill another 5 or six 1/2" holes in the same posts.
I'll never buy NiCad powered tools again. Lithium is the only way to go! |
10.8 Volt does not equal 18v
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| Review Date: January 2, 2009 |
| Reviewer: W. Dalton, Orlando, Fl |
| I just want to say up front that I bought this unit at Lowe's as an open box ( I didn't get the carry case or manual ) paid $47 for it and is a replacement for the 3v electric screwdriver by Hitachi (one of my son's buddies walked off with it). I do a lot of computer work and need something quick and easy to use on the bench at work I have a panasonic and love it but both the panasonic and Hitachi screwdrivers are round and sometimes roll around I'm hoping this will do better. It is very comfortable and with a 6" bit I can get to everything so far. I've used it on screws in hardware replacement on some kitchen cabinets and had no problems. Battery life is great and recharge is 30 to 40 min. You get 2 so one is always charged. This is not a 18v or 14.4v drill so don't buy it as a replacement for those but as a light duty driver it is great and I'm very happy with it. |
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