Which voltage drill to use? - TilersForums.com

[richiep]

Hi all, am interested in purchasing a cordless drill for obvious reasons. Like to know what voltage you guys are using that cope with tile drilling etc. Will 14v suffice or do i need 18v? Am really just looking at Dewalt or Bosch for reliability but if anyone knows better, please advise.

 

[hillhead]

I have a makita 18v 3.0 ah li-ion and it works a treat.i would advise no less than this spec.

 

[Rad2474]

24v volt bosch,works great.

 

[david campbell]

18v, preferably with an hour charge and a spare battery,also the higher the microamps the better drill head speed you get

 

[richiep]

I have a makita 18v 3.0 ah li-ion and it works a treat.i would advise no less than this spec.

How much is this likely to cost and where's a good place to purchase?

 

[richiep]

18v, preferably with an hour charge and a spare battery,also the higher the microamps the better drill head speed you get

Can you recommend a certain drill? Have £200-250 to spend.

 

[david campbell]

Makita LXT202 LXT Li-ion 18v Twin Pack - NoLinksToThis, Where the Trade Buys LITHIUM-_-30803&ts=92605
try here m8!

 

[david campbell]

or NoLinksToThis - Trade Prices | Massive Range | Fast & Reliable cheaper bosch and dewalt variations

 

[richiep]

Makita LXT202 LXT Li-ion 18v Twin Pack - NoLinksToThis, Where the Trade Buys LITHIUM-_-30803&ts=92605
try here m8!

Thanks, but that's a bit out of my price range, are Makita a reliable brand then? Recommend these over Dewalt and Bosch?

 

[hillhead]

Hi rich,ok my drill cost me 170 !great drill.its the makita limited edition drill(black and white)
I have seen lately you can have it for 200 with 2 batteries and the 1 hour charger !! i have one battery! google it,i bought mine from toolshopdirect,check their website too.