So after getting off the snap on high and I had to decided if I wanted to be a boat tech because I like it and want to make money or do I want to just buy tools.... maybe all 3 but more so the first 2. However having been saving a bunch of money getting quality tools for low like used snap on and used craftsman USA I’ve saved a lot. Now I’m going into the need of power tools like drills and saw and what not for installing things on boats. However right now I need a few fastening drivers and I’m looking at the SO CT761A I get a hefty discount. That’s only a 3/8 impact wrench though I still need a driver. I’m caught up in the impact driver and impact screwdriver. I’m guessing the driver has more power than a screwdriver but a screwdriver is adjustable? Please someone explain the difference and which one or if I should get both? I would say they both have different applications but the driver could probably do more than a screwdriver if ur careful.
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jimmyin3D
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I think most ppl are going to recommend getting one of the three; Milwaukee, dewalt, or Makita. Stick with one brand it’ll save you money plus they’re all are very dependable you just have to figure out what tools you might need later on down the road.
I myself chose Milwaukee. I had a similar conundrum early on concerning getting a screwdriver + impact driver and ended up with the M12 impact driver. It’s served my needs and more, As an auto tech I didn’t need a screwdriver but as a boat tech are there multiple screws that need to be taken off/put back in? It’s pretty much an underpowered impact driver but may be necessary in places where overtorqing screws can be an issue such as in plastics etc.
I myself chose Milwaukee. I had a similar conundrum early on concerning getting a screwdriver + impact driver and ended up with the M12 impact driver. It’s served my needs and more, As an auto tech I didn’t need a screwdriver but as a boat tech are there multiple screws that need to be taken off/put back in? It’s pretty much an underpowered impact driver but may be necessary in places where overtorqing screws can be an issue such as in plastics etc.
I could see where the screwdriver would need to be used when installing face plates or screwing in the screws that hold on acrylic or starboard.... I know I’m missing it but where would and impact driver be used on a boat or engine?
No I wasn’t clear I know the difference but I think I’m using to broad a term. I’m looking for the difference between and impact driver and an impact screwdriver like the one sold by snap on CTS761. But I guess the impact driver is more powerful than the screwdriver I was just not looking at the whole picture realizing I don’t want to use a ton of power when screwing into materials that crack and shatter easily because it got overtightened to fast. I shouldn’t be calling it an impact screwdriver it’s just a cordless screwdriver.
OK, got ya. There is no such thing, to my knowledge, as an impact screwdriver. There are cordless screwdrivers (like the CTS761), cordless impact drivers, and cordless impact wrenches. In general you will have the most control and least power with a cordless screwdriver. A cordless impact wrench has the most power and relatively little control. A cordless impact driver is in between the two in power and control. Generally speaking.
joshmodelskidoo
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Impact driver has the power to drive screws/lag bolts. Impact wrench has the most power in reverse for disassembley of tight or rusted bolts. Impact wrench will be 3/8s, 1/2, 3/4 and 1 inch drive. Screw driver and impact driver both take hex style bits but the screwdriver has far less power than an impact driver. Impact wrench and drivers have a hammer mechanism built in. Screwdriver is more or less a wimpy drill but only takes the screwdriver bits. Hope this helps.
WittHay
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Get the screwdriver.The clutch makes it easier to put the screws back in. Snap-on has 3 types. Boats and motor homes are similar. Panels always have to be taken off to work on anything. Once taken off a cordless ratchet, 1/4 or 3/8 impact or just more screws.
DeWalt and Snap-on seem to be the choice for that type of work around here
DeWalt and Snap-on seem to be the choice for that type of work around here
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Wamsutta
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The Bosch PS21-2A might be a good comparison the the Snap-on CTS761.
https://www.boschtools.com/us/en/boschtools-ocs/12v-max-drill-drivers-ps21-overview-134490-p/
https://www.boschtools.com/us/en/boschtools-ocs/12v-max-drill-drivers-ps21-overview-134490-p/
PelicanPines
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Milwaukee sells an actual powered M12 screwdriver... complete with clutch selection etc. Far superior than a hex driver you call an impact driver. Currently there are three flavors. Fuel, non fuel and a fuel 4 in 1.
crewchief888
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Personally I'd take Milwaukee over snap on for cordless power tools any day of the week.
5 year warranty on Milwaukee, 1 year on snap on.
I have a Milwaukee 18v fuel 3/8" impact that's well over 6 years old. It's been repaired once under warranty.
Batteries are 6 years old and still hold a full charge.
I'm a field mechanic at a const eq dealer. If has survived being covered in hyd oil, diesel fuel, dropped The mud, rained on and frozen
5 year warranty on Milwaukee, 1 year on snap on.
I have a Milwaukee 18v fuel 3/8" impact that's well over 6 years old. It's been repaired once under warranty.
Batteries are 6 years old and still hold a full charge.
I'm a field mechanic at a const eq dealer. If has survived being covered in hyd oil, diesel fuel, dropped The mud, rained on and frozen
alexwang32
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There's the drill/driver, impact driver, impact wrench, screw gun. Each one is unique in their own way, I've yet to use a screwgun, which would be helpful for screwing drywall nails since you could use screw strips like a nailgun.
Judging from your description, you probably don't need an impact driver if you're driving into wood, since you'd probably be pre-drilling the hole to prevent cracking.
With that being said, it is far more cost effect to buy a drill & impact driver kit, which often come with free bare tools or batteries, if you're looking for compactness, go with a 12V system like miliwaukee m12, or 18/20V ( they're the same thing ) for more power.
I'd go with a 20V since you mention you need a saw too, what type are you looking for, circular, recip, jig, miter, or table? Most likely circular saw should be the first if you don't own any yet.
Judging from your description, you probably don't need an impact driver if you're driving into wood, since you'd probably be pre-drilling the hole to prevent cracking.
With that being said, it is far more cost effect to buy a drill & impact driver kit, which often come with free bare tools or batteries, if you're looking for compactness, go with a 12V system like miliwaukee m12, or 18/20V ( they're the same thing ) for more power.
I'd go with a 20V since you mention you need a saw too, what type are you looking for, circular, recip, jig, miter, or table? Most likely circular saw should be the first if you don't own any yet.
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