Tuesday, 17 November 2009

Electric Screwdrivers

By Colin Jones

Have you ever had to cope with a obstinate screw that just would not go into the material as easily as you wanted? How about one that would not come out for you either? This is annoying as well as time wasting. Power screwdrivers are a great resolution for these issues. They are very effective and inexpensive.

In line power screwdrivers are designed for basic household projects. They are not very powerful, but more than sufficient to get the job finished. For heavy duty work, consider using a drywall screwdriver. Some models offer a range of speeds. There are several models to choose from. Some are very comparable in design to a basic screwdriver. Other are shaped like the number seven, with a handle for you to channel the screws in. Others come with a handle that pivots to assist you to get into just about any angle you can come across.

Select a power screwdriver that fits well in your hand. Some of the handles are coarse and others have a soft, foam grip on them. Hold the power screwdriver in your hand and see how it feels after a few minutes. If you will be using it for long periods of time then comfort is very important. You don't want to finish up with sore hands or blisters.

Different electric screwdrivers have varying amounts of torque electric and speeds. You will need to evaluate this information before deciding on the electric screwdriver you wish to purchase. Take some time to review what each power screwdriver is recommended for. Compare that with the work you are likely to take on with the power screwdriver.

It is a good plan to maintain your power screwdriver fully charged. This will give you the best possible results from it. If the battery won't hold a charge for very long, you will to swap the battery. Some people opt to purchase a second battery from the start so that they can have one charging and one in the power screwdriver. This is strongly recommended if you are going to be using the power screwdriver on a regular basis.

For those of you who intend to use your power screwdriver regularly, consider purchasing a electric screwdriver kit. It comes with a sturdy carrying case. Inside you will find the power screwdriver and a slit for each accessory. You will normally get many sizes of tips to use. It will also include a power cord. Some of the power screwdriver kits also include an extra battery as well as a charger that plugs into your cigarette lighter. You can get a power screwdriver kit at a much better price than having to buy accessories separately.

Very few accidents actually occur from using a power screwdriver, but they can. While using a power screwdriver, remember the driving force behind it. Both of your hands should be away from the area that turns. The turning blade can slice your hand if you aren't careful. It is a good idea to use eye protection as well.

Electric screwdrivers will drive through almost anything. It is very important that you make sure there are no power cords or wires behind the spot where you are screwing. Keep your hair back from your face too. Leaning forward to establish your progress can result in long hair getting caught and twisted on the blade.

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