Black & Decker PD600 Pivot Plus 6-Volt Nicad Cordless Screwdriver with Articulating Head
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Manufacturer: Black & DeckerModel: PD600
Product features:
- 6-volt rechargeable drill and screwdriver offers a choice between high-speed drilling and low-speed driving operations
- Pivoting handle locks in three different positions for a versatile range of operating conditions
- Integrated LED light provides visibility in dark areas
- 23-position clutch helps prevent stripping
- Includes an integrated LED light, hex-shank screwdriving bits and a charger
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Description of Black & Decker PD600 Pivot Plus 6-Volt Nicad Cordless Screwdriver with Articulating Head
We can't think of anything we'd want to add to this little hummer. It's incredible what B&D has engineered into this system (we don't think it's fair to call it a "screwdriver"). Dual speed range lets you drill holes at high speed and drive screws at the slower speed. A 23-position clutch, just like what's on the big boys, will keep you from stripping your screws. But get this: Unlike conventional cordless screwdrivers and regular power drills, this tool's handle easily locks in three positions for tight areas and awkward spots. Genius! And just like the "real" drills, this one's got an accessible forward/reverse rocker switch for backing screws out, too. Here's something, though, that the big-boy drill makers should pick up: It's got on integrated light so you can always see your work surface clearly. For the money, we haven't seen anything like it. --Kris Jensen-Van HesteBlack & Decker's 6 Volt PivotPlus Rechargeable Drill and Screwdriver is a powerful, compact powertool that provides a choice between high-speed drilling power with 40 in./lbs. of torque as well as a lower speed setting for driving with 80 in./lbs. of torque. This handy, compact driver/drill features and ergonomically-shaped body for easy gripping, a handle that locks in three different positions for versatile operating conditions, an integrated LED light for superior visibility in dark areas, and a 23-position clutch that helps prevent stripping. The.6-volt battery offers a long operating life and the quick-release mechanism in the head makes changing bits fast, secure and easy.
Tools and Hardware Reviews of Black & Decker PD600 Pivot Plus 6-Volt Nicad Cordless Screwdriver with Articulating Head
Customer Review: High Performance Indeed
Summary: 5 Stars
I think all the advertised features are practical and usefull:
- Low speed high torque for screwdriving and higher speed for drilling.
- Integrated LED light eliminate dark spot or your shadow cast.
- Pivotable handle allows the best grip -- keep it straight for normal screw driving and tilt it all the way for larger job with higher torque requirements.
- Dettachable tape measure provides some conveniences too in case you forgot to wear one.
And I also like its exceptional power for it's size and thanks to it's adjustable torque output I strip less screws. It's light weight too for it's power.
However, I don't care much about its quick connect/disconnect collar as there are not many bits I would use this screwdriver with besides the phillips and flat and occasionally an allen head.
Several more complaints (not really that bad) to follow:
- Not a good drill for 1. its high speed is not high enough and 2. you need non-standarad/special drill bit to work with its quick connect/disconnect collar. The included one drill bit however is good for pilot hole for screw. (I use better cordless drill but a good drill normally weighs a lot more).
- Battery not changeable (who cares.. get a whole new power screwdriver for only $25)
- No variable speed (this means you cannot start or stop your drive slowly)
- No battery indicator (hmmm.. can't seem to know which one has..)
As far as the battery life is concerned, I suggest following the manual's maintenance recommendation and you should get the max out of it.
Conclusion: A good buy and I highly recommend if you are looking for a more powerful electric screwdriver but don't want to bear the weight of a real cordless drill. Five stars for the screwdriver (one star for the drill)
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