Stop Using Cordless Hammer Drills...

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Жыл бұрын

Stop wasting time, money, and working less efficiently using cordless hammer drills! We give you all the reason to move past this relic of battery powered cordless tools. We let you know why you should stop using cordless hammer drills and how to get your construction projects done right and what to do after you make the right choice!
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@ZeusAndKiller Жыл бұрын

I'm an electrician and I'm often not going to need a rotary hammer during an entire week. But I will be drilling multiple holes for tapcons. In that case, it makes more sense for me to have a hammer drill, and when I really need to bust up some concrete or drill huge holes, I'll break out my corded rotary hammer. But that extension cord is more cumbersome than carrying around a (little) extra weight on my drill

@thecarpenter4228 Жыл бұрын

As The Carpenter, i rarely agree with the electrician. But you got this one bro😎👍🏾

@SuitGeoff Жыл бұрын

I'm also an electrician, this was literally my response I was coming down here to type.

@Grayfeasleil Жыл бұрын

I'm an electrician, and I completely agree with you.

@gerardorodriguez9642 Жыл бұрын

Exactlyyyyy

@GTB-yu2be Жыл бұрын

@@SuitGeoff Same here, lol. I run conduit regularly on brick walls. The ironic part though is that I have DeWalt SDS drill and a drill/driver😆. But only because I was given the DeWalt drill as a gift from my daughter. I didn't have the heart to tell her I need a hammer drill. I love the rotary drill though. Especially the "chisel" setting that I thought I would never use

@MCKoolperson9 Жыл бұрын

As a concrete artist, I drill tons of 5/32" holes, in 1.5" thick concrete. The cordless hammer drill has revolutionized how I work, because I don't need my giant rotary hammer, but I can still blast through hundreds of holes. No other tool matches the versatility for me

@settah17 Жыл бұрын

Where I’m from, we have something like 90% concrete structures due to tropical storms. That number includes most homes. Being a DIYer in a concrete home, a hammer drill makes the most sense to me for its versatility. I totally get that for most people a hammer drill is unnecessary. I just used mine over the weekend to do something as simple as hang new curtain rods. Definitely a necessary tool for me.

@loochan325 Жыл бұрын

For concrete a hammer drill is the most stupid thing. A rotary hammer is milions or even bilions times faster, and also milions times more reliable. And also the SDS bits are wey-wey-wey more reliable only with a hammer drill that is using a moderate RPM with wey higher impact, with less friction that heat up the soldering of the carbide tip... But there is a use for hammer drill - for drilling brick wall a little faster then with no hammer and without cracking the bricks with a rotary hammer.

@settah17 Жыл бұрын

@@loochan325 you are absolutely right. A rotary hammer will out perform my hammer drill every day of the week.. but as I said, I’m not a contractor or tradesman. I’m not drilling 500 holes into concrete every day, so that time saving isn’t worth the lack of versatility to me. I don’t feel like my hammer drill takes long enough through concrete to warrant purchasing a rotary hammer, not to mention the additional bits. Even if I did, I still use my hammer drill on material other than concrete so I’d be using it anyway. Hope this helps to clarify.

@jasonzoretic9239 Жыл бұрын

IDK buddy, I am a contractor and rotary is sexy, but who wants to pull out the big guns to hang shutters. Or a shower door...

@matthewgebhard4 Жыл бұрын

@@jasonzoretic9239 exactly. I have some needs that I use rotary hammers for myself having two at my shop. But for most everything the hammer drill (15 year old Milwaukee m12 brushed hammer drill/driver) works excellent for the occasional fire extinguisher hanger installations or white board hanging.

@eliadbu Жыл бұрын

@@loochan325 not every task requires a rotary hammer. Sometimes for drilling small holes or drilling in concrete blocks, you don't need a rotary hammer. So why use the big tools ( I have SDS plus and SDS MAX rotary hammers) when you can use the smaller tool that is very capable for the job?

@smartperson325 Жыл бұрын

Depends on the trade and what you do. But for me it doesn't hurt to have that extra versatility. As an electrician sometimes you gotta install conduit and smaller equipment on concrete walls with 1/4" anchors and you don't need a full size rotary drill for a 1/4" hole especially a couple holes. Anything larger you need a rotary drill.

@CarRamrod224 Жыл бұрын

I agree. Its is electricians I do see using the hammer drills the most. And you have to think if you are up on a lift working and need your drill driver anyhow why do you want to take another tool (rotary hammer) to drill a couple holes to attach some stuff to block? When talking about weight that would be more than just a drill driver with a hammer drill capability.

@samwilliams1517 Жыл бұрын

Agreed, definitely the sparkies using these the most, I’ve even seen them putting tapped holes in concrete for threaded rod for hanging GSTs

@serb1990 9 ай бұрын

As an electrician I can say this is accurate. Got a dcd999 and I love it

@Timc220 Жыл бұрын

As a DIYer/non-pro, I opted for the hammer drill option because 1- my smaller impact driver gets used the most, and 2- since I don’t use it that frequently , I wanted to have the capability if needed. 3- the size/weight difference was minimal.

@Mishibar Жыл бұрын

I definitely agree that there are more specialized tools that will do the job better. However, the hammer drill fills one specific role for me personally, it's versatile and I don't HAVE to carry an impact driver and an SDS drill, thus saving weight and space in my tool bag/belt. At my job sites we are usually moving around a lot, nd getting very far from the car not knowing exactly what we're getting into, the hammer drill I find is perfect for that, it's light enough to have on your belt, can drill and screw in fasteners (gently and silently too, which the impact can't). Basically it is as you said, the jack of all trades, master of none. And that's exactly what I need. I have considered only carrying an impact, but I often do work where gentle fastening of screws is needed, and the lack of a clutch setting and extra noise on the impact just makes it fall short.

@TheSidneySmith Жыл бұрын

In some battery platforms, the hammer drill doesn't have any more weight nor size than the standard drill. Yet it provides a higher rpm, torque, and unique features than the standard drill in that line. So having that extra function when you need it (and some of us actually do need it available without having to reach for a different bit of kit) makes it a no brainer to have the function available. Also, I carry the 1/4 impact driver as well. Depending on the job, both can be the right tool for it, and sometimes, one is the right tool where the other will destroy what you are working on.

@brendanhillz187 Жыл бұрын

I’m not sure where this video was going. I use m18 hammer-drill on tiles in customers bathrooms. These bathrooms cost anyway from 10-50k plus. You can’t come in there using a rotary hammer drill risking damaging porcelain,marble, granite, quarts and ceramic. You have to be a professional and use caution while using the best tool for the job.

@mattadams7922 Жыл бұрын

I've got both, I'm in trades, the issue is that a rotary hammer tends to break bricks a lot more often than a standard hammer drill. That's why I keep both. Punch a hole with either one but in certain situations a rotary hammer is too aggressive and the old stand by is the best choice.

@MrHowieZ1973 Жыл бұрын

I look at it this way. Hammer drills are not that much more than drill drivers. We have a lot of old brick buildings in my area and they always need a small hole to hang anything. Better to have it and not need it than to not have it and need it in a pinch.

@1D10CRACY Жыл бұрын

I prefer an all in one drill solution like a cordless hammer drill. The cost and weight isn't that significant and I drill a lot of holes for Tapcon screws. A cordless hammer drill is the right tool for that job.

@leemuse3746 Жыл бұрын

Hey Vince, as a remodel and maintenance person. It helps to have a hammer drill. Example- I own a bosch bull dog corded. I would have required more drywall to be removed when replacing a bad or rotten bottom plate in a bathroom. The old anchors or nails were rusted down to concrete. Just made new holes and set anchors. Quicker easier and had the driver function to tighten the nuts down. Did not have to carry two tools, or mess with cords. Saved me time. I'm sure there was a faster way, just working with what I have. With that said, I was impressed how fast gen4 hammer drill performed. Gen 3 was meh in slabs when it came to that. Keepem coming love the content.

@Fredfredfredfredfredfredfred Жыл бұрын

Concrete. Nuff said

@bobsnewdirection1 Жыл бұрын

If I have to add a plastic anchor or 1 tapcon to something hammer drill is fine. Anything more or larger and sds plus comes out.

@anthonymoralessr.3889 Жыл бұрын

Hi Vince, IMHO it all depends on the type of construction in the area you live in. In my area most house constructions including the rooftop are made in concrete, masonry, rebar and cement blocks, it's a must on any drill. I live in a hurricane prone area PR. But up in the mainland I have to agree with you because I've seen the type of construction they do and mostly with wood, cement boards, gypsum boards, OSB ect.

@VCGConstruction Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the feedback Anthony!

@SLaird22 Жыл бұрын

I live in Miami and this is certainly my experience as well. I've been putting lights into the wife's new office recently and the ceiling is concrete.

@rich8037 Жыл бұрын

A few months ago I would have argued with you, but since getting myself one of the Milwaukee M12 rotary hammers I can totally see where you are coming from. Small, lightweight, and does a MUCH better job of drilling concrete, brick and stone. And I've been using an impact driver for driving fasteners for years now, so really all I need from a drill is the ability to go round reasonably fast. I'm a DIY-er and odd-job-man. (PS I also have a huge line-powered SDS for really big jobs but in all honesty I hardly get it out of its box once a month.)

@benconverse6158 Жыл бұрын

When I started out with my handyman business, I got a hammer drill/ impact combo kit, as it was affordable and had a lot of versatility. These days I have a rotary hammer too because the hammer drill is so slow on concrete and can't really handle doing 1/2 inch holes for anchor points. Also, Milwaukee sells a basic rotary hammer for like $150, so if you're going to be doing masonry, concrete, etc, just get a rotary hammer. You won't be sad you did!

@josephchiavetta6361 Жыл бұрын

I'm a service plumber and my hammer drill takes care of what little masonry drilling I do with ease and having the adjustable chuck vs sds specific bits is also very convenient.

@MrNightro Жыл бұрын

I'm an electrician in a hurricane-prone area so all houses & buildings are of concrete/block construction. While I do carry specialized drills for given tasks when I know what that task is beforehand, however, the hammer drill is my EDC which allows me to carry fewer tools to my basic call-out jobs.

@zzmalone6720 Жыл бұрын

I’m with you on this one. I definitely try to plan out the job and bring the appropriate tools. Especially when drilling and fastening into block and concrete. My M18 hammer drill isn’t my go to for that. I have used it in a pinch for drilling concrete when I needed to but it wasn’t the specific reason for me purchasing it. It’s definitely more than capable, but I’ll default to a rotary drill for that task. Great video! Have a great night! 👍🏻

@bltmiy Жыл бұрын

Shout out to u and vcg lol

@jeromeharris5197 Ай бұрын

As was mentioned - you will use the hammer drill function for tapcons, and drill less than a couple concrete holes. If you’re drilling more than a couple of concrete holes you’re going to want to use the rotary sds.. every tool serves a purpose and for lightweight concrete drilling and or concrete tapcon mounting ect.. the hammer drill is excellent!

@reddbeard2030 Жыл бұрын

Go Vince! Your Wrong! I pull it out when I need to use hole saws 1"+ and the occasional need for the Hammer Drill function. I chose this instead of the regular Drill/Driver for these reasons. I get Drill/Hammer Drill. I also have my hex Impact I use as a Drill/Driver with Spade Bits. Can't do Hole Saw with Impact. Also good to have both to use at the same time to keep from continuously changing out bits for pilot holes. Just drill & drive ambidextrous, lol. 👍

@VCGConstruction Жыл бұрын

Well appreciate your input Redd, thanks!

@ihopetheyhaveicees Жыл бұрын

Hammer drill is nice for small anchors and when a rotary hammer may initially chip out your concrete/brick/block. I've had to put tapcons in old brick and the rotary hammer I had was too aggressive. Went to the hammer drill for the rest and it was smooth sailing.

@williamj1969 Жыл бұрын

Sure came in handy when my wife needed 4 holes in her glazed ceramic pot. Don’t use it often but it keeps me from going to the shop to get my Bosch corded hammer drill MOST of the time.

@Justintimemetal Жыл бұрын

I work at a welding/fabrication shop that does some mechanical contracting and use my hammer drill frequently running anchors into concrete and block. I use my sds cordless when doing bigger wedge anchors but the hammer drill is awesome for smaller tasks that just use tapcons. I’m talking specific jobs where I may put in less than 10-20 tapcons on a jobsite.

@nrsmith066 Жыл бұрын

I mainly use my M18 for drilling wood up to 1"holes with auger bits, 4⅛ & 6⅜" holesaws, and the ¼" masonry bit on hammer mode. If I need bigger, deeper, or more, it's the SDS & HoleHawg all day. Otherwise it's my M12 impact or M18 impact. If I know I'll only need a couple small holes drilled, wood or fenceblock, I'm using the tiny M12 impact that fits almost anywhere

@hemi08911 4 ай бұрын

I learned this the hard way. I tried using my Bosch with a 6v battery to hammer holes in concrete/ masonry and was very disappointed in the failure of the tool. Luckily i had my trusty Makita corded Jammer drill to get the job done. The Bosch became my go to regular drill driver.

@jasonbabila6006 Жыл бұрын

I specifically use my impact drivers to drive screws and lags, my SDS Plus and Max to bore or drill through concrete and my drill to drill holes in wood and metals.

@jimmyscustomaudio Жыл бұрын

I use a hammer drill for drilling small holes in tile but I also own all the different styles of drills you spoke about. also a hammer drill will work when you need to drill holes for a few tapcons unexpectedly if you don't have a rotary hammer with you.

@BrendonGillespie Жыл бұрын

I think it depends on the person and what jobs they need to accomplish. Some people may prefer using a hammer drill over buying a SDS and all the specialized bits you would need. Maybe you already have a whole set of drill bits of different sizes that only fit into a chuck. Maybe an M18 hammer drill is just the right amount of power and size for the job. The installation driver may be under powered for what you need. That's the beauty of having many options, it caters to the individual. Thanks for the insight Vince!!

@VCGConstruction Жыл бұрын

Thank you BG

@edpoints1127 Жыл бұрын

@@VCGConstructionNo, thank you Vince. That was a poor reply to BG. I'm 100% with him on this one. I own an sds and an sds max corded hammer drill. Only way to go if you're doing repetition drilling. My cordless rotary hammer is great for a lot of midsized jobs. That little hammer drill feature on the regular drill has saved the day close to 50x! Installing a septic drain field... The chain for the concrete cover needed to be affixed to the concrete tank structure. 2 - 1/4" concrete anchors. Come back the next day? No. Use the hammer drill feature, get it done and call it a day. Sudden rain and had to plastic up the window openings. We weren't the general, but it was the right thing to do. 8 tapcons were needed on 2 windows. You guessed it, hammer drill feature on the drill. Saved the day. Many more instances. I drill all my wood holes with it anyways. What are you saving? 10 ounces... probably not even that much. First time I'll say this, Vince don't dig so deep for content. SMH

@TheCharleseye 6 ай бұрын

@@edpoints1127 Milwaukee was probably seeing low rotary hammer sales that month, so called up Vince to convince people to spend money on tools they don't need. I do remodel construction. I have a rotary hammer. It mostly collects dust. My hammer drill is on every job and as you said, is the one that gets the job done quick and easy. Vince is over here pretending new construction commercial builders make up the majority of his viewership. Not even close. Most folks watching these videos aren't spending days on end, drilling big holes in concrete. I'm not hefting out a rotary hammer to drill a few holes in some stucco, brick, or even concrete - when all I have to do is flip a switch on my drill. It's hilarious that he talks about how "very heavy" a hammer drill is and then recommends a rotary hammer. What?!

@Rompestromper Жыл бұрын

these drivers are very usefull for bricks which are very common in Europe, most SDS drills go to hard and damage the bricks whils these hammerdrills do a terrific job at it. And in Europe a lot of carpentry involves brickwork so for me it is the only type of driver I have (got a few but multi purpose bits).

@forger9443 Жыл бұрын

This is it for me. Many times the blowout on the back side of a rendered brick or block wall from a rotary hammer is a huge inconvenience for patch work. You could take the time to pilot hole it with a much smaller bit and then use the actual diameter bit on each side of the wall, but that's time consuming and also not always practical. I also hate doing more damage than is necessary personally. And I don't think you can get away from that with a rotary because it relies on that increased force/IPM to drill faster.

@deansigman6099 Жыл бұрын

I use the hammer function often as a fiber technician. But I tend to use my m12 drill/driver for drilling most holes in wood and only pull out the m18 hammer drill when necessary..

@r8mli Жыл бұрын

I see the value, for those that only need to drill 5/32 or 3/16 holes to put up panels or fixtures the Hammer Drill is perfect for those applications.

@grantdeisig1360 Жыл бұрын

I rarely ever use the hammer function, this is true. But I do like having it when I am drilling into masonry. This is only because as a DIYer, I haven't purchased a dedicated rotary hammer yet. I have used the M18 rotary hammer, and it by far destroys the abilities of my hammer drill for sure. But it's just not worth it to me to go out and buy one when my hammer drill will get the job done, but slower. (much much slower)

@RK_Insanityy Жыл бұрын

I’m an electrical apprentice and I will say that yes you make a very good point BUT as you know, there’s always going to be that one or two times where you’re going to need a hammer drill so it just makes sense to spend the extra little $ to save yourself time in a pinch

@typhoontim125 Жыл бұрын

The video and the comments are really interesting. I'm not in the trade, just a casual observer and occasional DIYer but great to listen to everyone's ideas and to see how the tool world is changing.

@epictrains4170 Жыл бұрын

I have never used the hammer drill function on a drill/driver. I always go to the sds simply because it’s a lot faster. Especially when drilling large holes like 1/2” and 5/8” as we do for our pole sheds and the large anchors we use

@Aaron86v Жыл бұрын

I actually need the hammer function for my use case. I install window hardware for storm boards on new homes. Lots of them are stucco so theres a layer of mud i need to go through, I also run into nails every now and then. Definitely don't want to be lugging around a heavy rotary hammer for 15-30 windows, drilling 60-120 holes, especially when some are over 12 feet high. After that im putting in 5.5in lag screws with my impact. Wish i could only use one tool, but even if there was one, it would burn out from all the hole drilling and lag screwing. They both can heat up quite a bit on hot days.

@arbuckleworkshop9857 Жыл бұрын

Completely agree for wood working I use that installation driver 99% of the time and for work I use m12 impact or m12 hammer drill for a majority of the work the only true reason I even updated my m18 hammer drill is that’s the best tool to use with another specialty tool I got called a surewinder to wind garage door springs

@GailsonPvPwtf Жыл бұрын

I'm an electrician who works in residential new constructions. My impact fastens and my hammer drill makes holeys. Between my M12 impact and M18 hammer drill I can do anything. Using spade/augur bits on an impact is fine but if it hits a nail it will destroy the bit which my hammer drill wont do. it just stops.

@harleycyr9007 Жыл бұрын

I've been in the skilled piping trades for going on 15 years now. I can honestly say that I have absolutely zero use for the hammer function on a drill driver. Things like the Shockwave impact Duty attachments for Milwaukee allow you to check up an impact drill for most drilling applications your hole saws would be one of the few things where I would use an actual drill driver but never on the hammer function. And then when it comes to stuff like concrete I've never used a hammer drill, I've always used the SDS rotary hammer. What a waste of time the hammer drill would be. MUCH LOVE. great video

@meagaindave2049 Жыл бұрын

Yo Vince! As a drywall punch out guy (for those who don't know what that means, sorry about your luck) the instant versatility of a hammer drill to drill/driver is priceless! One never knows when drilling into a slab one minute, then fastening track and studs into that slab the next minute, might be necessary. I swear by the hammer drill/driver. Though, these days, the installation drill is an awesome addition to a punch out person's arsenal. Thank you for the topic and God bless! 😁👍✌

@edpoints1127 Жыл бұрын

Yes!

@swpo1 Жыл бұрын

BOO-YAA!!!!

@robertcampbell1343 Жыл бұрын

Interesting point Vince. If it's a lot of driving, I use my bulldog. But for small little things, it's straight to the m18.

@chuckmiller5763 Жыл бұрын

When we need to drill a lot of holes in concrete, we get out our old corded SDS drill, If its just 1 or 2 , less than 1/2 inch, we will just use a cordless hammer drill. For SDS jobs, we always throw in another bit of some sort with each job we use it on, its a good way to get stocked up on bits.

@VCGConstruction Жыл бұрын

Fair enough , appreciate the feedback Chuck!

@jkunz27 Жыл бұрын

I totally agree. When it came time to replace my trusty Dewalt 18v hammer drill, I went with the Milwaukee 2803 since by that time I had already purchased a rotary hammer and didn't see the need for a hammer drill anymore. BTW, the rotary hammer wipes the floor with any hammer drill!

@J.Pelle87 Жыл бұрын

You're right Vince I recently purchased the m18 5/8 sds for the odd tapcons or door stopper (GC) and have the m18 fuel hammer drill that i dont touch anymore because the m12 fuel kit gets it done.

@matthewwillmann9679 Жыл бұрын

I’m a home owner, DIYer, couple odds and ends sides jobs, kinda guy and I will always own a drill/hammer drill combo. For drilling tapcons ect it’s all I need. That and my impact driver are the perfect combo.

@carloszambrano6177 Жыл бұрын

Question what the best cordless hammer drill ? From Milwaukee

@liamgrady962 Жыл бұрын

I agree somewhat but impacts to me are for driving fasteners and drills are for borring holes i have the m12 sds anything id use that my m18 drill for ill use the sds masonry wise

@andychavez Жыл бұрын

I totally agree. 9.5 out of 10 times I reach out for my impact for DIY. The only reason i reach out to my drill is when I have to use an accessory that I cannot use an impact with (which should have been designed for impact anyway)

@kennethharman2779 Жыл бұрын

I use mine for tapcons and driving large timber and structural anchors, and it’s the best heavy duty drill for large holes 4” plus for duct work. Everything else impact or compact drill

@LordHog Жыл бұрын

Vince, you are correct. This is why I strictly use Flaced tools

@Tools-Tested Жыл бұрын

Yep 110% That’s why separate tools are sold. Rotary hammer is the only way to go!

@tylerfraker7716 Жыл бұрын

Not sure if there’s any advantage to driving with a drill, but I haven’t used a drill/hammer drill to drive a fastener once since I got impact drivers. My professional use doesn’t really include much masonry so a hammer drill has been fine for my case. If I had a big job I’d probably get at least a cordless SDS though

@andrewyoung8703 Жыл бұрын

As a DIYer I use my cordless drill drivers for general use. If I am drilling concrete or steel I will go for my old corded drill or drill press. But as you said it is the exception rather that the rule.

@tungsten8290 4 ай бұрын

I'm a homeowner. I have larger 18V cordless handtools that include a hammerdrill, but have recently been adopting the Milwaukee M12 system for working on my cars. The M12 system is so lightweight and convenient that I've been using it for most things, and I'd go for that M12 multi-head installation driver before their compact hammerdrill for the exact reasons in this video.

@josephabela1922 Жыл бұрын

Well although what you are saying makes sense, and I do have different rotation hammers to rise to the occasion, however the gen 3 hammer drill is quite a useful all round tool compact and lightweight and I confess that in several occasions I will keep using the same tool just switching bits, like when drilling in gress tiles with proper diamond hole cutters and then once penetrated Use a regular concrete bit to drill into the bricks just like butter.

@agayfuzzypandabear3769 6 ай бұрын

I'm a warehouse technician who also does construction for the warehouse as needed (under a jack of all trades & master electrician who's also been a forman, superintendent, senior superintendent, and inspector). I don't really find myself needing to do stuff like coring or anything. Even drilling holes into concrete all day, it's usually for tapcons and anchors, drilling around 3/16" holes. I don't generally have a use for a rotary hammer, nor do I or the shop own one. My hammer drill isn't as fast as a rotary hammer but it does just fine. That and an impact are with me every day, as well as a handful of other tools as needed.

@bradycarlson6061 Жыл бұрын

As a sparky I use the hammer drill for holes of any kind ever day. Rarely do I used the hammer function because I always use an SDS cuz it’s way better. But every now and then I’m in a pinch and need to throw in an anchor and don’t have the sds readily available and it’s nice to just use the hammer drill for a quick anchor or two.

@MosaicHomestead Жыл бұрын

I rather have the specialized tools, hell, I have the specialized tools, but in a pinch, I rather have the rotary drill lol, my friend, everything is block and concrete here in Puerto Rico, if the drill doesn't have hammer on it to save my ass in a pinch, I don't want it lol

@VCGConstruction Жыл бұрын

Definitely

@BrockBenkula Жыл бұрын

As a electrician I think the hammer drill has its place, often times I’m hanging one or two boxes on a concrete slab and have to run conduit to those boxes. So I need to be able to drill 1/4” holes into concrete to put anchors in so I can mount my boxes and straps. Yes the rotary hammers are nice and I have a small one just for this stuff but Sometmes I’m parked far from where I’m working and if I’m only drilling like 4 holes it’s nice to have that function to save me time from walking back to my work van

@lilnoutje 4 күн бұрын

Thanks for another great video and not being scared of sharing a well-founded opinion! My first reaction was to disagree with your statement. As a DIY enthusiast and sort of amateur Jack of all trades, my experience with my hammer drill is beyond positive. Besides drilling into (hard) concrete, I'm able to perform all kinds of tasks with this versatile tool. I think I even don't mind the weight issue, while I'm often using 1.5 or 2aH batteries. However, nowadays I more often grab the more specialist tools when taking on bigger projects. When working all day on a renovation or any other type of project, it totally makes sense to be able to grab the specialist tool and switch tools to fit the needs. Why drill a hole with with your hammer drill and then switch bits to drive a screw into something?

@TheRealCizzle Жыл бұрын

I don't know why Vince is trolling hammer drills 😂, but Im a cable installer in Florida and more than 90% of the homes I install onto are masonry. I started with using a non hammer Craftsman. Totally changed the game for me when I upgraded to a Hanmer. It's not even a contest. Hammer is a must! Then, I use/carry my impact to drive the fasteners once the hammer makes the hole 🕳️. I'd rather carry my impact than unchuck and change bits to drive a 1/4 Nut tapcon with the hammer. So, I carry both.

@juhs 2 ай бұрын

If you're a homeowner that hammer drill is the only drill you need. If you're a pro and need to go to a rush job and don't have a truck full of tools, grab that hammer drill and it will get whatever job completed. It's not the best tool for ever application but it can get the job done whether it's boring holes thru wood, drilling into concrete, or installing fasteners

@YoungWhizz38 3 ай бұрын

My M12 hammer drill saved me numerous of times when I’m hanging cabinets in condos on concrete walls. Although it’s not used often, It’s a great function to have when needed!

@rays2cents506 Жыл бұрын

I have specialized tool in the van for bigger jobs, but I keep a few tools in my trunk like a hammer drill for small quick jobs. These are amazing for travel bags.

@michaelterrace8692 Жыл бұрын

Landlord/property manager here. Everyday is a different task. I’m not doing the same thing all day, so versatility is key. I’ll keep my hammer drill.

@dallasmcnab3385 Жыл бұрын

I carry the M12 Hammer/Drill/Driver in my truck at all times. Maybe drill a dozen holes a year in masonry with it, but it saves me from not remembering to bring the large hammer drill or if I need to drill a hole in masonry I wasn't planning on.

@lyleclark4554 Жыл бұрын

I carry a hammer drill and a rotary hammer. Sometimes the rotary is far too large to fit in some spots. Sometimes I don't want to lift a heavy ass rotary overhead for a couple hours at a time. Some anchors are so thin that a large bouncy rotary hammer will wallow out the hole as you drill and ruin the hole or force you to move your hole and change your layout when a hammer drill wouldn't. I run into this a lot with tapcons in particular. I'm an industrial mechanic by trade and have set 10's of thousands of anchors and have come to the conclusion that you need both to actually be efficient.

@R900DZ 6 ай бұрын

It’s a great tool for handymen , DIY/homeowners, or anyone that does relatively low volume of drilling. Definitely has its place and should not be deleted from the lineup. You can even use it for mixing mud if you’re smart about it

@howardcohen2767 Жыл бұрын

I agree with Vince on this. I use an impact driver for screws. But, I do have to drill holes in concrete, so I use a corded hammer drill or rotary hammer for that. A cordless tool would chew up all my batteries before I might finish the job.

@mrsammyalexander1 Жыл бұрын

As a multitrade. I'm always trying to streamline my kit. The standard box I carry now only has my M18 Fuel Impact Driver. I'd never drive screws with a hammer drill because the impact is so superior. And drilling with good impact compatible drill drill bits is also superior. There is a little more play in the bit, but that compensated for by less vibration were accuracy is concerned. Anything the impact can't drill out with a multimaterial bit on full speed is a job for the sds. The bit change is fast for instances where I'm drilling a countersink, then a plug hole, then driving the fastener. My hammer drill is obsolete. I'll probably replace it with an M12 impact. What would be useful is a clutched attachment for delicate work and drywall, but the trigger control is good enough for now.

@Kittamaru Жыл бұрын

Newish homeowner / learning diy'er here. For someone looking to minimize the number of tools being hauled around the house, wouldn't a hammer drill make sense? As a home user, I'm not going to be drilling multitudes of holes in masonry, but being able to put in the occasional Tapcon use helpful.

@Jaredman68 Жыл бұрын

What hammer drills are you talking about? Like the SDS max and plus ones? Because I can see the hammer drill symbol on the drill you are holding while you are telling me not to get it but also get it?

@gioyes5035 Жыл бұрын

I carry my M12 Hammer Drill to go through Tile but stays inside the truck unless I need two drills and have one with the Drill Bit and Impact to screw

@AlGreenLightThroughGlass 10 ай бұрын

It’s awesome for my hardwood reno

@jasonhill9088 Жыл бұрын

As a mechanic I get the most use out of my M12 1/4 hex impact driver, than any other power tool. it's lighter & does about 85% of the work load. So I see where Vince is coming from. Not once, have I ever had to use the hammer function on my drill!

@jesse1136 Жыл бұрын

I have the drill and impact in 18v for work and 12v for home. The 12v models work on everything I would need them for at home and I'm confident it would handle my job, minus the capacity. I just don't like getting my home tools nasty.

@destvit8605 Жыл бұрын

I think it's depends on the person and what kind of jobs his do. I have 4 of them and people like them. Question for you: do you now about wall sanders with vacuum pump like festool, Milwaukee will make it or no? Thank you.

@Joeshmofoshoyo Жыл бұрын

I use a Milwaukee cordless 18v Hamer Drill when I drill holes in concrete for TapCon screws. The Hamer action combined with a good quality masonry bit works way better than an impact or regular drill...

@802Garage Жыл бұрын

I agree. I have a couple normal drills that I use for normal drilling tasks. I bought a hammer drill because it was a heavier duty drill in case my others can't handle it, but also for the few times a year I need to drill some holes in masonry. If I was ever doing it as a job, I would have a dedicated full sized hammer drill. You make good points!

@VCGConstruction Жыл бұрын

Exactly 802, I appreciate the feedback!

@bryanmcfarland967 Жыл бұрын

Hi Guys!!! I've had to use a hammer drill for large hole saws and 5/16" large hex security bits. I could use a 3/8" socket adapter and 3/8" square to 5/16" hex adapter on an impact driver, but that's extra stuff to buy and increases length of impact driver head.

@vader10308 Жыл бұрын

I have an 18 volt drill , an Impact, and a hammer drill we use a lot of concrete anchors from very small up to about 3/4 it works great. Not quite enough to have to use a giant rotary hammer!

@ProXiiWarning Жыл бұрын

This guy is definitely a Milwaukee salesman

@akaredcrossbow Жыл бұрын

I use a hammer drill all the time for everything and I always have masonry bits in my backpack at all times. I mostly use smaller masonry fasteners and I don’t have to make the extra trip to the truck to get a hammer drill, because I already have it. If I’m doing bigger holes in masonry then I go get my rotary hammer drill and drills. I would say that almost everyday I will use the hammer drill function at some point, it’s just the type of work I do.

@thetrutha2177 Жыл бұрын

It's better to have one versatile tool, than having to carry several different tools.

@rsmith7292 Жыл бұрын

I've been looking for a good SDS cordless to cover drilling into old concrete. The little "hammer drills" can't handle it. Thanks VCG! I find the hammer drills are okay for cinder block etc.

@MikeTheSith200 Жыл бұрын

umm when i tried drilling holes into concrete for tapcons my regular brushless drill failed everytime. The hammer drill got the job done with no issue.

@jorgedominguez7092 Жыл бұрын

Just in time! I am already invested in the Bosch ecosystem. Planning to buy their cordless rotary hammer drill.

@punisherjeep Жыл бұрын

I’m a fiber and low voltage installation technician, and the hammer drill is used when needed. IE. making holes in mortar. The impacts can do it, but not as quickly as a hammer drill. I know what you mean, but it does have a purpose on my truck.

@danobee2953 Жыл бұрын

I would actually disagree. For residential contractors who do renovations, its just too versatile to pass up. Having a single tool that can mix small batches of mud/thinset and drill holes in masonry/tile is an absolute win. For the size of jobs we did, having dedicated solutions would have been massive overkill and, honestly, a waste of money.

@leataripledajaug Жыл бұрын

Been from Puerto Rico where 95% of the structures are made of concrete (yes, even roofs), you’ll even need a hammer drill to hang a framed picture on your wall lol

@prestigemechanical3600 Жыл бұрын

M12 Surge with a 5.0ho and Bosch 12v Flexclick. Can’t beat the quality in both, I highly recommend them

@MyScenarios Жыл бұрын

Starting out in the trades field it makes sense to use the hammer drill. Having no tools and starting to build up I prefer a 1 in all. As I get mo money I may go into lighter more expensive tools

@najaeporter3028 Жыл бұрын

Hammer drill does everything , I stand by it. I’ll bring out my SDS for maybe once in a while

@jakearmstrong4563 Жыл бұрын

Ridgid’s only brushless 1/2 chuck drill is a hammer drill. It was also nice to have a handle, something that comes with the hammer drill, to drill with a 4” hole saw through an 1” and 1/2 of plywood.

@djjinerson Жыл бұрын

Yep my installation driver and m12 impact get 99%of my drilling and driving uses. I recently used my m18 fuel hammer drill to split in half a bunch of retaining wall bricks to use as weights for stickered lumber. But outside of that I’ll take lightweight anyday

@donschop367 Жыл бұрын

I agree. But working maintenance have used hammer drill thresh holds. Use on mortor to hang mailboxes. Wallering mortor. Very little use. I like the basic drill driver. It's a good gimmick especially when that trigger messes up on the hammer side.

@lievais Жыл бұрын

I've just bought the M12 Rotary hammer. When I'm drilling in a concrete wall I want that thing to hammer and not to gently vibrate it self through. But I mostly do drilling for 6 and 8mm, so M12 is the perfect specialised tool for the job.

@ProxyFinal Жыл бұрын

Really depends how they package the tools. Sometimes combos come with hammer drills, but sometimes just a simple drill driver.

@boywhohadatiger Жыл бұрын

Impact driver will be used for unibitt/drill bits concrete bits less than 1/2 inch, installing screws etc. I personally prefer a rotary sds hammer drill because it’s meant for drilling holes and will ultimately last longer and save your battery those are the two drills you’ll really ever need especially with drivers with variable speed trigger modes