Cordless Screwdriver ?

[mobiledynamics]

I've been using my M12 Install Driver as my screwdriver if I'm simply messing with screws around woodwork....

For us tool whores out there who has a tool for every specific task, do you own /use a cordless screwdriver alike.

I just so happened to have the install driver as I bought it for its angled head. It's got decent power...enough to even do TV wall mount instals and drive 5/16 screws into walls for wall mounts with ease

 

[dnschmidt]

I like the Milwaukee updated to Li-Ion version of the old Panasonic hinged in the middle screwdriver which I think they consider their M4 platform.

 

[mobiledynamics]

Heh. I looked at that before posting this as well...but really don't need it -that much-
I've had the Panasonic if not the -rage word- of brushless Panasonics a decade + ago, even when Red or Blue was not offering Brushless.
It was the best drivers out there......except when the control board of them went bad....which I've had 2 go bad

 

[liliysdad]

I have one of the Dewalt 8v Gyro drivers. I don't use it all that often, but its the berries for certain tasks.

 

[bassJAM]

I don't have a dedicated screwdriver, I generally just use my 12v Bosch 5-1 drill with the driver attachment.

 

[bwringer]

The lack of torque in most of these makes me absolutely crazy.

Anyhoo, I grabbed the M12 screwdriver kit on an insane deal last winter (this kit with two batteries and a charger is a good deal right now for $79, but I got it even cheaper), and it is the only one I've ever found with actual, y'know, torque, enough to drive screws into wood.

Milwaukee M12 12V Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/4 in. Hex Screwdriver Kit with Two 1.5Ah Batteries, Charger and Tool Bag 2401-22 - The Home Depot

Fasten any type of metal parts together at ease with this Milwaukee M12 Lithium-Ion Cordless Hex Screwdriver Kit with Two Batteries, Charger and Tool Bag.

www.homedepot.com

It's a pistol style, which some won't like, but overall very compact and excellent quality. I use it quite a bit because it actually has the balls to accomplish things, unlike most dedicated electric "screwdrivers".

 

[TRLKC]

The lack of torque in most of these makes me absolutely crazy.

Anyhoo, I grabbed the M12 screwdriver kit on an insane deal last winter (this kit with two batteries and a charger is a good deal right now for $79, but I got it even cheaper), and it is the only one I've ever found with actual, y'know, torque, enough to drive screws into wood.

Milwaukee M12 12V Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/4 in. Hex Screwdriver Kit with Two 1.5Ah Batteries, Charger and Tool Bag 2401-22 - The Home Depot

Fasten any type of metal parts together at ease with this Milwaukee M12 Lithium-Ion Cordless Hex Screwdriver Kit with Two Batteries, Charger and Tool Bag.

www.homedepot.com

It's a pistol style, which some won't like, but overall very compact and excellent quality. I use it quite a bit because it actually has the balls to accomplish things, unlike most dedicated electric "screwdrivers".

Thanks, you just cost me money! Actually, I've been wanting one for a while.

 

[Cruzan80]

The lack of torque in most of these makes me absolutely crazy.

Anyhoo, I grabbed the M12 screwdriver kit on an insane deal last winter (this kit with two batteries and a charger is a good deal right now for $79, but I got it even cheaper), and it is the only one I've ever found with actual, y'know, torque, enough to drive screws into wood.

Milwaukee M12 12V Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/4 in. Hex Screwdriver Kit with Two 1.5Ah Batteries, Charger and Tool Bag 2401-22 - The Home Depot

Fasten any type of metal parts together at ease with this Milwaukee M12 Lithium-Ion Cordless Hex Screwdriver Kit with Two Batteries, Charger and Tool Bag.

www.homedepot.com

It's a pistol style, which some won't like, but overall very compact and excellent quality. I use it quite a bit because it actually has the balls to accomplish things, unlike most dedicated electric "screwdrivers".

Why are you using a "cordless screwdriver" to put in wood screws (picturing deck screws in my head)? That is what I have an impact driver for. I want a cordless screwdriver to have minimal torque (within reason), as I am frequently using it on electronics, plastic parts, etc, and would rather it tend to "stall" and me finish driving by hand, than blow thru the bit of standoff, causing more issues. Currently, I have a Vessel I found from a "Hot Deals" and a cheap 1/8" for small electronics. Both stall under lighter loads, but I can finish by hand tightening.

Kind of like using a cordless ratchet, and snugging by hand, rather than just letting it get hammered by an impact.

 

[pizza]

I've been using my M12 Install Driver

the M12 2505's my go-to as well. i keep pbswiss PH2 and SL bits (E6.190/2 and E6.100/4) on the magnet.
this is pretty well optimized for me since it's powerful enough for most of what i do. if anything, i'd only consider moving to something lighter.

 

[RTM]

Why are you using a "cordless screwdriver" to put in wood screws (picturing deck screws in my head)? That is what I have an impact driver for. I want a cordless screwdriver to have minimal torque (within reason), as I am frequently using it on electronics, plastic parts, etc, and would rather it tend to "stall" and me finish driving by hand, than blow thru the bit of standoff, causing more issues. Currently, I have a Vessel I found from a "Hot Deals" and a cheap 1/8" for small electronics. Both stall under lighter loads, but I can finish by hand tightening.

Kind of like using a cordless ratchet, and snugging by hand, rather than just letting it get hammered by an impact.

I’m with you. I use my MKE 6546-1 wimpy thing for stupid projects like changing electrical outlets and switch plates, a dozen screws holding some sheet metal cover on. Definitely not for deck screws, or lags, those are what the impact drivers are for.

 

[oldschoolcraft]

Joey Morgan of Morgan's Maintenance on YouTube really likes a Vessel Cordless Screwdriver

Amazon.com

Personally it's 2024 and I absolutely refuse to buy anything electronic that uses USB-Micro. Give me USB-C or I'm not buying it. If they made one in USB-C I'd probably buy one just to play with but I dont see a reason to use this over an M12 impact driver.

 

[Cruzan80]

That is the Vessel I have. They have an updated model with USB-C, but it is pricier (think they also have a hi-torwue model). IIRC, both were part of Amazon Japan.

Two different scenarios. This is for feathering in things, not slamming them together.

 

[bwringer]

Why are you using a "cordless screwdriver" to put in wood screws (picturing deck screws in my head)? That is what I have an impact driver for. I want a cordless screwdriver to have minimal torque (within reason), as I am frequently using it on electronics, plastic parts, etc, and would rather it tend to "stall" and me finish driving by hand, than blow thru the bit of standoff, causing more issues. Currently, I have a Vessel I found from a "Hot Deals" and a cheap 1/8" for small electronics. Both stall under lighter loads, but I can finish by hand tightening.

Kind of like using a cordless ratchet, and snugging by hand, rather than just letting it get hammered by an impact.

A fair question. And no, I'm not using the M12 screwdriver to put in deck screws. As you say, it's best for lower torque repetitive tasks, and it's not appropriate for very small electronics and the like.

I like it because I can be pretty confident that it will break loose small fasteners without extra delay and fuss. And when installing fasteners in delicate-ish materials (like reassembling tools and other items with plastic housings, engine covers, etc.), I simply use the clutch feature to limit torque to a reasonable range.

...Two different scenarios. This (Vessel driver) is for feathering in things, not slamming them together.

Exactly.

Vessel stuff is always excellent quality, but that pricing is pretty steep unless you need it a lot.


There are also powered screwdrivers for those "micro" bits (4mm hex shank, IIRC) used in smaller electronics. One of these would be quite handy for some folks.