Dewalt right angle attachment.

[Jeremy77]

I don't have enough need for a right angle drill/driver to justify the cost of buying one. I saw this in Lowes the other dayfor $34.99 and it somewhat interested me. Anyone used or have any experience with it? It seems like it could be useful as I do have a battery impact.

 

[hautpot]

thats way too much for a gimmick attachment

 

[Jeremy77]

It being a gimmick is kind of what I was curious about. I don't expect it to hold up to heavy daily use but I don't want it to break 5 minutes out of the box.

 

[Burgerkong]

Get the other one, flex attachments have too much torque loss plus it acts like a spring when used with an impact driver, not fun when it's whacking your face.

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00C0VSNKQ/?tag=atomicindus04-20

 

[Revelations]

Get the other one, flex attachments have too much torque loss plus it acts like a spring when used with an impact driver, not fun when it's whacking your face.

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00C0VSNKQ/?tag=atomicindus04-20

Meh... I read the reviews on that, and even though I'm a Dewalt man, the Milwaukee hands down is better. Its all metal, and is impact rated. I've been abusing it with my Dewalt 130 ft lb 1/4. 20v driver, and never had an issue in 2 years. As you can see I got it back in late 2014.

When my dewalt 20v snaps torque bits like tooth picks, the Milwaukee right angle attachment keeps chugging along. At almost $60, its a lil spendy for occasional use. I use mine on everything from high speed drilling, to getting into tight bolts in the engine bay, and even use it on 14mm bolts torqued 50 ft lbs. You loosen the handle, and you can turn it 180*, or make it a left handed tool. I love mine, and Im tempted to buy a spare to squirrel away somewhere. Not very many tools on Amazon, get a 5 star rating from 250 people. [emoji12]


Edit, it does have a 1/4 hex collet collar. Simply lift up on the collar, and insert your favorite 1/4 hex bit.




REVELATIONS 8

 

[wkndwarrior29]

Get the other one, flex attachments have too much torque loss plus it acts like a spring when used with an impact driver, not fun when it's whacking your face.

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00C0VSNKQ/?tag=atomicindus04-20

+1 I have one of these. I bought it through zoro with 25% off for around $13. While it is not as robust as a $60 Milwaukee it has worked for me in a few situations where I was glad to have it.

 

[NewShockerGuy]

Got the yellow Dewalt as well. I think I paid 10 buck on amazon a while back for it. For a novelty item I couldn't see spending $60 on the Milwaukee or I would have gotten that since it looks 100% better.

The biggest gripe I have with the dewalt is that you need another tool to extract the f'ing bit. The way they designed it you use a smaller Philips head bit or flat screw to push the bit out from the rear... as opposed to having some type of quick fitting like on their impacts or anything out there now. Truly a stupid design. If you are using smaller bits you can't pull it out with your fingers like the longer bits.

-Nigel

 

[FigureItOut]

Here's another good option. https://www.zoro.com/milwaukee-adap...sP3oLfu1Qqj41emSwddh8aAu328P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.ds
Far better than the Dewalt in my opinion. I use it frequently with a 12 volt impact and it holds up. I did break one drilling through a sill plate with a hole saw, which absolutely was abuse of the tool. It finished the hole though. It's slightly offset from a true right angle.

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[crice63]

I got the regular Dewalt angle attachment, not the flex one. I've used it a few times and like it plenty. I've used it mainly to drill a couple water pump bolts out of my S10 timing cover and once to drill an exhaust manifold bolt out of a 350. Worked great. The bit removal is sort of a hassle, but I think they designed it that way to make it shallower and thus fit into tight spaces better. It's been well worth the 20 bucks already.

 

[Crazyjake8493]

I've had the fixed Dewalt attachment for a few years and have used it pretty hard at times with no problems. I'm not a fan of any type of flex attachment unless I absolutely need the flex for an odd angle.

 

[gdocktor3]

I also have the fixed version and have had no problems with it. With that said, I really only use it to install screws and small fasteners.

 

[dalehsc]

I have the solid dewalt model, have used it for 2yr now,mainly for putting on mud flaps/splash guards on new vehicles. Works great, so well in fact,three other techs in our shop bought them. I have the Irwin hex drive drill bits to complement it's use.

 

[guy48065]

I've used the solid Dewalt adapter and it works a treat and is lower profile than the others mentioned. That's the point of these, isn't it--to fit where other tools can't?
I agree it ***** having to use a pick or pliers to extract a short bit but it's worth it if it keeps the overall thickness to absolute minimum.

 

[diggerrick]

Meh... I read the reviews on that, and even though I'm a Dewalt man, the Milwaukee hands down is better. Its all metal, and is impact rated. I've been abusing it with my Dewalt 130 ft lb 1/4. 20v driver, and never had an issue in 2 years. As you can see I got it back in late 2014.

REVELATIONS 8

I'm the exact opposite - all Milwaukee cordless tools, but didn't feel like spending $60 for something I rarely use. So I have the solid Dewalt adapter and it has done every job I've needed it to do.

For everyday professional use, I'd splurge for the Milwaukee.
For occasional DIY use, I bought the Dewalt.

 

[Burgerkong]

The cheaper Milwaukee isn't actually 90 degrees, more like 80. And to everyone that says the Milwaukee metal version is better, use the DeWalt and then get back to me, it hasn't let me down yet and I use mine with an impact driver regularly.

 

[Jeremy77]

Thanks for all the input guys. It always amazes me, the amount of knowledge on this site! I'll certainly check out the other dewalt and Milwaukee versions.

 

[aircommuter]

I like my Milwaukee 2667-20, I don't like to compromise when it comes to tools.

 

[sberry]

That isn't big money but I paid 20 or 30 for one and only use it occasionally but on occasion its a **** saver.

 

[ilovevocs]

Only time I have used a right angle has been for electrical roughs. With a short speed bore and an impact driver I never use the one I own.

I can sberry drilling holes and what not for Maintance items, but what's you intention for the purchase?


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[cheechi]

Get the other one, flex attachments have too much torque loss plus it acts like a spring when used with an impact driver, not fun when it's whacking your face.

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00C0VSNKQ/?tag=atomicindus04-20

this + impact driver + spade bit makes work quicker and easier. Add the Irwin locking extensions for more fun. If you can hold the back of it you can aim it much easier than the flex style. Ran a lot of wire recently and this combination is really handy.