Hammer Drills, Do I Need One?
This is a question I get asked occasionally, and the answer involves a couple of questions first. This article breaks down the features and if they are needed for your particular project.
What is a Hammer Drill?
Hammer drills are similar to standard drills but have a hammering function.
The hammer drives the bit into the material as the bit turns. Thus allowing the bit to penetrate rigid materials such as concrete, brick, or block much faster than a standard drill.
Multiple working modes; rotary drill, hammer drill, or hammer.
A three-position switch on most brands and sizes allows the user to switch between the different modes.
– Position one indicates a rotary drill, no hammer function.
– Position two indicates rotary drill with the hammer.
– Position three indicates just the hammer, which is best suited for chiseling or breaking concrete, bricks, and such.
What is a Hammer Drill used for?
The most common use for a hammer drill is drilling holes into hard porous materials, such as concrete, block, and brick. The hammer impact, when combined with the drill bit turning, drill through most materials quickly.
Corded Hammer Drill or Battery Powered?
There are two types of hammer drills: corded or cordless. Corded hammer drills offer greater power and faster drilling speeds. In addition, the drill won’t slow down as cordless drills do when their batteries die.
Cordless hammer drills are convenient and feel more like standard drills. Personally, I have found them lackluster in performance, which is not necessarily a bad thing. They seem to provide the perfect combination of torque and hammer for softer tile.
Pro tip: if you need to drill a hole into ceramic tile, use a diamond-coated drill or hole saw. 🙂
Makita HR2475 1" Rotary Hammer, accepts SDS-PLUS bits (D-handle)
Makita Rotary Hammer comes with a 7-amp motor. In addition, anti-vibration technology (AVT) is incorporated into your system for smooth controls as you work.
The drill features an ergonomic handle D-shaped. The soft rubber grip is designed to offer exceptional comfort in the working environment.
The concrete hammer drill is based on the combination of strength, durability, and low vibration. In addition, a very versatile drill enables easy access to different types of SDS-Plus drill bits.
BOSCH 11255VSR Bulldog Xtreme - 8 Amp 1 Inch Corded Variable Speed SDS-Plus Concrete/Masonry Rotary Hammer Power Drill with Carrying Case, Blue
The Bosch Bulldogs Xtreme Max Rotary Hammer provides some excellent features that everyone can depend on.
These powerful tools are bursting with serious juice. Kick-back control and Vibration control offer you maximum flexibility and control.
It is one of the best hammer drills to utilize for concrete with its advanced features. In addition, the drill is fitted with advanced Bosch technology to offer maximum user comfort.
DEWALT Rotary Hammer Drill with Shocks, D-Handle, SDS, 1-1/8-Inch
The DEWALT hammer drilling machine (DW511) offers an efficient 8.5 amps motor. In addition, lightweight design allows you to have less fatigue when working.
The drill tool has a 360-degree rubber gripped handle, which supports a depth rod.
This is the best option when looking for corded hammer drills for concrete works. It’s convenient and packs mighty power.
Milwaukee 5262-21 1" SDS Plus Rotary Hammer Kit
1″ SDS Plus Rotary Hammer Kit contains a powerful 8A motor that delivers 0-1620 RPM and 0-5860 BPM at up to 40% faster-drilling speeds. It also has 2.1 FTLB torque, allowing 10% faster drilling and 35% more hits.
The tool is protected by the mechanical clutch when the bit binds. Meanwhile, the rotating brush plates provide equal power in forward or reverse. This feature allows for easy removal of jammed bits as well as a longer brush life.
The product includes a depth rod and side handle, as well as a carrying case.