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Panasonic EY6450GQKW 18-volt NiMH 1/2-inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit
- 18-volt cordless drill/driver kit designed for professional applications
- High-torque drilling capability, lightweight design
- All-metal gear system for high performance, durability
- Includes 2 rechargeable 3.5Ah Ni-MH batteries
- 5-4/5-pounds; 10-3/8-inches-inch length; 1-year limited warranty
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Product Description
Panasonic's newest and most powerful drill yet. Many contractors feel the best feature of this tool is run time, and Panasonic has long been the leader in battery technology. The 3.5 Amp Ni-MH batteries packaged with this tool will run approximately 80% longer per charge than most other 18 Volt tools. Max. Torque (in.-lbs.): 442, Volts: 18, Speed - No Load (RPM): 70-430/240-1,500, Chuck Size (in.): 1/2, Keyless Chuck: Yes, Clutch Settings: 15, Reversible: Yes, Variable Speed: Yes, Side Handle: Yes, Battery Amp/Hour: 3.5Ah, Battery Included: Yes, (2) 18V Ni-MH batteries, Charger Included: Yes, (1) 65-minute charger, Case Included: Yes
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The Panasonic 18-Volt NiMH 1/2-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit is a professional-grade, high-performance tool featuring high-torque drilling capability with a lightweight, ergonomic design. Its motor and gear system delivers high durability and high performance. The all-metal gear system offers high durability during high torque, 18-volt applications. The motor is highly ventilated by its built-in cooling fan to stay cool even under the toughest conditions. The drill includes 2 rechargeable 18-volt 3.5Ah Ni-MH battery packs, rechargeable in 55 minutes, which offer longer runtime for extended work periods. This combination of high voltage and high battery capacity yields more work per charge to keep you on the job as long as you need to be.
The drill's ergonomic balance offers comfortable operation for extended periods of time with less fatigue. The Sure Grip support handle gives you comfort, balance, and best-fit positioning for high torque applications. The soft grip on the tool handle helps reduce fatigue for fingers while the low-profile battery pack allows you to easily attach and detach the battery pack from the tool. The forward/reverse switch is conveniently located on the body of the drill and easily within the reach of your trigger hand making changing bits substantially easier. A battery charger and a plastic carrying case are included. This lightweight tool weighs just 5-4/5 pounds and is 10-3/8 inches in length. It is covered by a 1-year limited warranty.
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Panasonic EY6450GQKW 18-volt NiMH 1/2-inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit
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- Publisher: Panasonic
- Label: Panasonic
- Studio: Panasonic
- Average Customer Review: based on 26 reviews
- Sales Rank in Tools: #46093
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Summary: Panasonic battery operated drill 2010-01-24
Comment: Panasonic EY6450GQKW 18-volt NiMH 1/2-inch Cordless Drill/Driver KitSo far,I really like this drill.The battery life is really good.The only thing I wish it had is an external place to store some different driver bits.There is a place under the battery,which for me, is worthless.I'm not going to take the battery off every time I want to change bits.However it seems to have plenty off power and is not to heavy.The Panasonic ,from what I had read on internet reviews was one of the higher rated battery powerded drills.Wait for it to go on sale like mine did about two after I bought it.
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Summary: Sorry, I am also not impressed as the others, 2009-09-07
Comment: Another odd man out with my opinion. I purchase this product with high hopes. The drill has worked fine but the batteries went bad after about 16 months. Neither battery will accept a charge and now I am stuck trying to rationalize buying another battery. $100 for one battery or $260 for a new drill and two new batteries. Hold on, wait, wait, wait, this time from Harbor Freight. I will buy four plug in drills with extended three year warranty for that price. Then when one burns up I grab an other and exchange the burned up drill when time permits.
I also have a 13 month old Hitachi Impact drill thats batteries are shot. I have over $600 wrapped up in power drills and not a battery that works..
I also have a 13 month old Hitachi Impact drill thats batteries are shot. I have over $600 wrapped up in power drills and not a battery that works..
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Summary: Borrowed it, Used it, Worked like a Tank. 2009-06-16
Comment: Started out with a ho-hum review of a Makita...and ending here by adding the applaud for this Panasonic.
We had a plethora of brands and models available from a group of volunteer crew (fathers) over a month-long set-building project for our kids' musical.
I'm an Engineer, and do a lot of projects on the side, but had never invested in a true 'construction' quality drill. My $50 B&D finally stopped holding much of a charge after a year or so of hard use so I took advantage of the opportunity to borrow and use every other drill present.
One friend had a Makita that I gave 3 stars. Issues with the chuck losing grip on drill bits and drivers with quick changes.
This Panasonic had a much better ratcheting-kind of action on the chuck that held tight to every drill bit I used.
I tend to work fast once I'm 'in the zone' and had need to rapidly kick into reverse and back into drive, and the Makita transmission kept making grindy noises and not wanting to quickly engage.
This Panasonic had no problem clicking easily back and forth from forward to reverse and the transmission was solid.
This drill felt light and balanced compared to others, and worked exactly how you would expect of a professional-quality drill.
Comparatively, the cheaper B&D's, a Craftsman 18V, and a generic NiCad were all noticeably cheaper built, and this Panasonic ran circles around them. Nearly every man there would always go first for the Panasonic, regardless of which drill he had personally brought to the site, making this the clear winner of the bunch during our project.
And it was about a year-old at the time.
To be honest, there was only one issue I had, and that was the method of having to squeeze both sides of the battery pack release tabs together to get the battery off in order to plug it into the charger. That could have been done in a way that is easier to release, and in looking at the new Panasonic this week (yes, I'm now looking to take the plunge and buy one of these) there is a slide-off engagement on the new ones so they apparently have now fixed that issue.
It works like a tank, and is particularly impressive with high torque at slow speeds, reacting to exactly where you pull the trigger, yet letting go on small screws if you select the appropriate light torque setting for more delicate work.
I am looking forward to seeing what the newer 21.6V Lithium-Ion power can do for this dependable Panasonic design, though for anyone not sure about the potential capacity-loss of lithium cells in hot environments, this NiMH Panasonic is the Beast.
We had a plethora of brands and models available from a group of volunteer crew (fathers) over a month-long set-building project for our kids' musical.
I'm an Engineer, and do a lot of projects on the side, but had never invested in a true 'construction' quality drill. My $50 B&D finally stopped holding much of a charge after a year or so of hard use so I took advantage of the opportunity to borrow and use every other drill present.
One friend had a Makita that I gave 3 stars. Issues with the chuck losing grip on drill bits and drivers with quick changes.
This Panasonic had a much better ratcheting-kind of action on the chuck that held tight to every drill bit I used.
I tend to work fast once I'm 'in the zone' and had need to rapidly kick into reverse and back into drive, and the Makita transmission kept making grindy noises and not wanting to quickly engage.
This Panasonic had no problem clicking easily back and forth from forward to reverse and the transmission was solid.
This drill felt light and balanced compared to others, and worked exactly how you would expect of a professional-quality drill.
Comparatively, the cheaper B&D's, a Craftsman 18V, and a generic NiCad were all noticeably cheaper built, and this Panasonic ran circles around them. Nearly every man there would always go first for the Panasonic, regardless of which drill he had personally brought to the site, making this the clear winner of the bunch during our project.
And it was about a year-old at the time.
To be honest, there was only one issue I had, and that was the method of having to squeeze both sides of the battery pack release tabs together to get the battery off in order to plug it into the charger. That could have been done in a way that is easier to release, and in looking at the new Panasonic this week (yes, I'm now looking to take the plunge and buy one of these) there is a slide-off engagement on the new ones so they apparently have now fixed that issue.
It works like a tank, and is particularly impressive with high torque at slow speeds, reacting to exactly where you pull the trigger, yet letting go on small screws if you select the appropriate light torque setting for more delicate work.
I am looking forward to seeing what the newer 21.6V Lithium-Ion power can do for this dependable Panasonic design, though for anyone not sure about the potential capacity-loss of lithium cells in hot environments, this NiMH Panasonic is the Beast.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Dependable Tool 2009-04-07
Comment: Panasonic EY6450GQKW 18-volt NiMH 1/2-inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit
This drill is fast, strong and light. If you need a strong performer and want to have money left, this cannot be beaten.
This drill is fast, strong and light. If you need a strong performer and want to have money left, this cannot be beaten.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Awesome drill/driver 2009-03-02
Comment: I purchased this to replace a 10 year old Porter Cable, which was a great drill. The batteries on the PC are starting to go, and replacing them will cost almost as much as a new one. After doing lots of research, I settled on this Panasonic. This drill has phenomenal torque, good balance, and the batteries are very strong and last a long time. I like the removable accessory handle and the 1/2" chuck. It appears very well made, and should last a long time. I have purchased many factory refurbished tools in the past, and they all arrived in near-new condition -- except this one. This came with many scratches and scuff marks, and appears to have seen a few weeks of significant use prior to being returned. I wasn't happy about this, but the drill is so good, and the price was so low, I will try to get over it. Highly recommended.
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