Features
- 8 A corded motor
- Variable-speed trigger (0–2,500 rpm)
- 3/8 in. ratcheting keyless chuck
- Soft-grip overmold handle for improved comfort
- All ball-bearing construction for durability
- 8 ft power cord
- Includes carrying case / kit bag
- Reverse (forward/reverse) control
- No lock-on switch
Specifications
| Amperage (A) | 8 |
| Chuck Size (In) | 3/8 |
| Chuck Type | Keyless, ratcheting |
| No Load Speed (Rpm) | 0 - 2,500 |
| Max Drilling Capacity (Wood, Spade Bit) | 1 in |
| Max Drilling Capacity (Wood, Hole Saw) | 1-1/8 in |
| Max Drilling Capacity (Steel, Twist Bit) | 3/8 in |
| Tool Weight | 4.9 lb |
| Cord Length | 8 ft |
| Power (Max Watts Out) | 650 W |
| Warranty | 3 Year Limited Warranty; 1 Year Free Service; 90 Days Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Corded pistol-grip drill with an 8 A motor and variable-speed trigger (0–2,500 rpm). It uses a 3/8 in. ratcheting keyless chuck, has a soft-grip handle, and ball-bearing construction for durability. Intended for general drilling in wood and metal.
Project Ideas
Business
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Produce small-batch pencil holders, brush blocks, and charging docks by drilling clean arrays of 1/4–3/8 in. holes in hardwood offcuts. Fast bit changes and consistent rpm reduce cycle times for profitable batches.
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Sell cribbage boards and peg solitaire sets made with drilling templates. The variable speed allows clean holes in hardwoods; bundle with pegs and offer custom engravings to increase margins.
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Mount shelves, mirrors, curtain rods, and flat-pack furniture by accurately drilling pilot holes into wood studs or using drywall anchors. The compact, 8 ft corded drill provides reliable power for a day’s installs without battery downtime.
Creative
Chickadee Birdhouse
Build a compact birdhouse sized for chickadees using a 1-1/8 in. hole saw for the entry. The variable-speed trigger helps prevent tear-out on the face, and the keyless chuck speeds bit changes between pilot holes, countersinks, and the entry hole.
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Drill a grid of 3/8 in. and 1/2 in. holes at varying angles into a hardwood block to create a sculptural desk organizer. The 0–2,500 rpm range gives clean holes in wood, and reverse helps back out bits cleanly if chips bind.
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Make a wall-mounted rack by drilling 3/8 in. holes for hardwood dowel pegs and shallow countersinks for mounting screws. The soft-grip handle aids control for straight, repeatable holes using a simple spacing jig.
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Drill 1 in. spade-bit recesses in a shelf or block to cradle glass test tubes for flowers or spices. Use low rpm to avoid burning, then swap quickly to small bits for pilot holes with the ratcheting keyless chuck.
Steel-and-Wood Wall Planter Bracket
Combine a wooden backer with a steel flat bar arm by drilling up to 3/8 in. holes in steel for bolts and 1/8–1/4 in. pilot holes in wood. The 8 A motor handles light metal work; lubricate the bit and run at lower rpm.