Metabo Corp.
West Chester, PA 19380 4243
Oct 23, 2009 Part of PowerMasterSeries, cordless BS18 LT is fitted with Li-Power Plus 18 V, 2.6 Ah battery and features air-cooled charging technology. Tool weighs 4.5 lb, measures 8 in. long, and incorporates LED worklight. User can remove chuck to drive screws with ¼ in. hexagon recessed spindle using accessory bit retainer, allowing use in tight spaces. Along with Variospeed full-wave electronic speed control, tool offers dual range torque adjustment.

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.
Brookfield, WI 53005-2550
Oct 19, 2009 Operating with Li-Ion battery, model 2415-21 M12(TM) Cordless 3/8 in. Right Angle Drill Driver features 3.75 in. head size and 3/8 in. single sleeve ratcheting chuck for maximum control in tight spaces. Unit weighs 2.43 lb and incorporates electronic clutch, fuel gauge, and speed control. Built in overload protection is also included and device has 100 lb-in. torque, 0-800 rpm, as well as 11+ drill clutch settings.

Bosch Power Tools & Accessories
Mt. Prospect, IL 60056
Oct 08, 2009 Weighing only 3.4 lb, 1006VSR features 6.3 A motor, variable-speed 2-finger trigger, and provides users with ability to dial-in speed from 0-2,600 rpm. Ergonomically designed soft grip handle provides operator comfort, while recessed lock-on switch ensures safety. Drill comes with belt clip.

Nitto Kohki U.S.A., Inc.
Hanover Park, IL 60133
Sep 23, 2009 Intended for medium-volume and irregular-shaped beam drilling, Atra Ace lets fabricators drill holes in steel for applications not suited by CNC beam drill line. Operators can bring drill to beam, eliminating material handling efforts, and 2 or more Atra Ace Automatics can be used simultaneously by one operator. There are 5 models, capable of producing holes up to 2 9/16 in. dia and offering cutting depths to 3 in., that integrate variable automatic feed with dual sensing controller.

Metabo Corp.
West Chester, PA 19380 4243
Sep 17, 2009 Powered by 18 V, 2.6 Ah Li-Power Extreme battery, Model SB18 LTX weighs 5.5 lb and measures 9 5/16 in. long, with removable ½ in. chuck for use in tight spaces. Dual torque adjustment can be set to 13-31 lb-in. or 31-114 lb-in. In hammer drill mode, tool provides up to 28,000 impacts/min. Hammer drill/driver offers drilling capacity of ½ in. in mild steel and concrete and 2 in. in wood. It has no-load speed of 0-400 rpm in first gear and 0-1,400 rpm in second gear.

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.
Brookfield, WI 53005-2550
Sep 04, 2009 Operating on Lithium-Ion battery, Model 2410-22 M12 Cordless 3/8 in. Drill/Driver delivers 250 lb-in. torque, 0-1,500 rpm at high speed, and 0-400 rpm at low speed. Unit weighs 2.5 lb and is small enough to carry in tool belt throughout day. Tool is suited for applications in HVAC, MRO, and woodworking involving screw driving and small hole drilling.

Metabo Corp.
West Chester, PA 19380 4243
Aug 17, 2009 Equipped with ½ in. chuck that allows for drilling ½ in. in mild steel and 2 in. in wood, rugged BS18 LTX features dual range torque adjustment from either 13-31 or 31-114 lb-in. It has fast-charging 18 V, 2.6 AH Li-Power Extreme battery and offers no-load speed of 0-400 rpm in first gear and 0-1,400 rpm in second gear. Device has aluminum die cast gear housing and features technology that allows user to remove chuck and drive screws with ¼ in. hexagon recessed spindle.

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.
Brookfield, WI 53005-2550
Jun 01, 2009 Featuring 4-pole frameless motor, M18 Cordless ½ in. hammer drill/driver delivers 550 in.-lb of peak torque with M18 XC high capacity Lithium-Ion battery, and 450 in.-lb of peak torque with M18 compact Lithium-Ion battery. It is suited for HVAC technician for duct fastening; commercial plumber as they run conduit or anchor pipe hangers; and professional electrician for running wire, secure conduit clamps, or drill through metal studs.

Hilti Inc.
Tulsa, OK 74121
Mar 03, 2009 Powered by Cordless Power Care lithium-ion technology, SFH 18-A CPC Hammer Drill/Driver and SF 18-A CPC Drill/Driver are suited for drilling holes in masonry, stone, wood, and metal with variety of bits, as well as driving screws and lag bolts. Tools feature all-metal gearing and offer speeds up to 2,140 rpm. Ultramide glass-fiber reinforced housing helps protect against drops, while electronic monitoring of battery cells protects against over-heating, overloading, and deep discharge.

Hitachi Power Tools
Norcross, GA 30093
Nov 18, 2008 Delivering 460 lb-in. torque, DS18DSAL Compact Pro Series drill features variable speed trigger with 0-350 and 0-1,500 rpm settings. Compact, 18 V tool is 7.7 in. long, weighs 3.5 lb, and includes clutch with 22 driving stages and one mode for drilling. Keyless ½ in. ratcheting metal chuck accepts wide variety of bits. Drill also features ergonomic handle, LED job light, and metal belt hook. External access to carbon brushes facilitates their replacement when worn.

DeWalt Industrial Tool Co.
Hampstead, MD 21074
Nov 05, 2008 Built to drill holes in wood using ship auger bits, hole saws, and self-feed bits, DWD460 offers variable speed settings of 0-300 and 0-1,300 rpm for matching application requirements. This ½ in. stud and joist drill also features mechanical, torque-limiting clutch as well as Bind-Up Control(TM) feature that senses stall conditions during use and adjusts motor torque to manageable level. Multi-position, adjustable bail handle and 2-position side handle lend to leverage and control.

DeWalt Industrial Tool Co.
Hampstead, MD 21074
Nov 03, 2008 At 5.2 lb, model DWD215G drill features midhandle grip as well as durable, all-metal keyless ratcheting chuck with automatic spindle lock for bit retention, while DWD210G, at 4.9 lb, offers pistol grip. Handles of both are equipped with antislip soft grip for comfort. Drills include 360° locking side handle and 3-wire cord set. Providing enough power for heavy-duty jobsite applications, each also operates at 0-1,200 rpm.

Bosch Power Tools & Accessories
Mt. Prospect, IL 60056
Sep 04, 2008 Utilizing Litheon(TM) battery technology, Brute Tough(TM) 18 and 14.4 V cordless drill/drivers and hammer drill/drivers feature 25+1 clutch and tight-gripping ½ in. metal chuck. Unibody motor construction, all-metal gear train, and DuraShield housing lend to durability, while ergonomics promote grip and minimize fatigue. Offered in same voltages, Compact Tough(TM) cordless drill/drivers offer maneuverable performance via ergonomic design, 20-position clutch, and ½ in. single sleeve chuck.

Bosch Power Tools & Accessories
Mt. Prospect, IL 60056
Aug 14, 2008 Equipped with 3/8 in. 3-jawed chuck and 2-speed drivetrain that delivers 400-1,100 rpm, PS30 12V Max Litheon(TM) Drill/Driver enables drilling, drilling with spade bits, cutting with hole saws, socket fastening, and screwdriving. Tool weighs 2.4 lb and is small enough to reach into tight areas. In cramped quarters, built-in LED light offers visibility. Drill/driver comes with two 12 V Max Litheon batteries, 30-minute quick charger, and canvas carrying bag.

Metabo Corp.
West Chester, PA 19380 4243
Aug 01, 2008 Suited for drilling large diameter holes into masonry materials as well as for heavy chiseling, KHE 96 SDS-Max allows users to move between masonry drilling and demolition applications without switching tools. With rotational torque of 1,062 lb-in. and variable impact energy of 1.0-27.0 J/blow, it offers optimum drilling range of 1-2 in. with solid bits and 6 in. using core bits. Unit measures 27¾ in., weighs 28 lb, and comes with carrying case.

Bosch Power Tools & Accessories
Mt. Prospect, IL 60056
Jul 29, 2008 Powered by 12 V Max Litheon(TM) battery, second-generation PS20 Pocket Driver combines ¼ in. magnetized locking bit holder, LED work light, ergonomic grip, and 10+1 clutch ring in tool weighing less than 2 lb. Driver is supplied with 2 batteries, 30-min quick charger, and canvas carrying bag.

Emerson Electric Co.
St. Louis, MO 63136 8506
Jun 20, 2008 Though specifically designed for use on stainless steel, Model 35S Tubing Cutter cuts copper, steel, and aluminum tubing. It features ergonomic X-CEL knob and roller bearings that minimize friction while optimizing cutting speed. Constructed of hardened steel, Models 227S and 223S inner-outer reamers include integrated measurement tools. Model 227S features 45 cutting edges to allow for inner reaming and outer deburring or beveling of ½-2 in. tubing, while Model 223S has 36 cutting edges.

Hitachi Power Tools
Norcross, GA 30093
Jun 18, 2008 Weighing 2 lb and measuring 5½ in. in length, Model WH10DL utilizes 10.8 V Li-Ion battery to drill and drive into wood, metal, and concrete. Tool features quick change ¼ in. hex chuck and variable speed trigger. By partially depressing trigger, LED light illuminates work surface, allowing user to see clearly to set up application. Delivering steady stream of power throughout every charge, HXP batteries are equipped with current interrupt detection system and thermal protector.

DeWalt Industrial Tool Co.
Hampstead, MD 21074
Mar 26, 2008 Engineered with 36V NANO(TM) Phosphate Lithium Ion battery to accommodate up to 2,000 recharges, 36 V DC901KL employs 3-speed transmission that optimizes speed applied to each application. Mode section lets users transition among drilling, screwdriving, and hammerdrilling functions, and all-metal ½ in. self-tightening chuck continually tightens during operation for optimized bit retention. Weighing 6.75 lb, tool has anti-slip comfort grip for ergonomic handling.

Hitachi Power Tools
Norcross, GA 30093
Feb 26, 2008 Micro driver drill, Model DB10DL, measures less than 6 in. long and weighs 1.8 lb. With 88 lb-in. of turning torque and 21+1 stage clutch, drill can drive 130 three in. screws into wood during single battery charge. Features include battery charger that prevents overheating or power loss, ¼ in. hex chuck that allows for simple bit replacements, and optimized handle dimensions that create ergonomic grip span for comfortable hand control.