Hitachi DB3DL 3.6-Volt Li-Ion Cordless Driver Drill
 | Average Customer Rating: Recommend DB3DL, 3.6V, 1.5AH Lithium-Ion Batteries, Screwdriver, Allows For Longer Run Time & An Increase In Battery Life Cycles, Powerful & Leightweight, 44 INLBS Of Torque & Weighs Less Than 1 LB, Quick Charger, Charges 3.6V 1.5AH Batteries In Only 30 Minutes, Spindle Lock, Allows For Manual Screw Tightening/Loosening, Integrated LED Light, Integrated Light To Illuminate The Work Surface. Product details and pricing info |
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39 Customer Reviews Posted
- Disappointed
- I've had this screwdriver for a little over 2 weeks and it's failed already! Out of the blue, there's some internal failure, either with the clutch mechanism or the internal gearing. When I try to use it, it just grinds away.
I've contacted Hitachi customer service for a replacement. I hope the replacement will be better than this one. - 2008-10-05, 0 of 0 people found this review helpful, Rated:
- Well built, economical, stylish, but don't drop it.
- We use these in our avionics shop for opening the black boxes (as screwdrivers). I'm bringing them in as I fade out the older Panasonic 2.4v and 3.6v Ni-Cads. We do not use them as drills and I don't know as I'd suggest that. The speed is NOT variable and I prefer my drill speed to change as I squeeze the trigger.
Performance has been good. We are pleased at the speed as well as thte stylish features. Some have taken out the LED spotlight and put in UV LEDs (so they can use them to check the application of postcoat, a seal to prevent contamination, like polyurethane or varnish).
They are fairly rugged, but don't survive a drop from a workbench well. We've had two that, after dropping, were intermittent at the "on/off" switch or just plain dead. One was fixed (solder joint was not making good contact) and the other a goner. Still, this doesn't keep me from buying them. Just means people need to be more careful in the future.
Battery life is very good, but ALWAYS run it down or discharge it 100%. Ni-MH do not have memories (per se), but unless you run them down totally, you won't be taking advantage of the full capacity of the battery. Fortunately, two batteries are included so you can do that.
Very pleased all-around. There may be better ones out there, but these meet all of our needs, especially with the LED light to illuminate "where" you are turning a screw. - 2008-07-28, 0 of 0 people found this review helpful, Rated:
- Hitachi products -better and better all the time
- Again, here we go. Hitachi is really building a strong reputation for quality and practical products.
My friend who is a home builder recommended this little tool to me. I looked at the one he had and it looked really abused. He said, "this little thing is so tough and practical... and it keeps on working... I love it!"
So, with this recommendation - and the need for another practical toy - I mean tool, I bought it and fully agree with my friend. It is incredible, and if in the need for a powerful and pracitcal drill around the house - this is the one to buy! - 2008-07-05, 0 of 0 people found this review helpful, Rated:
- dont eat it
- Exploded in the blender. If you want an electric screwdriver smoothie, use a Ni-Cad model.
- 2008-06-20, 1 of 3 people found this review helpful, Rated:
- Great little driver
- Nice little power driver. Good batt life, charges quickly. I've owned a Milwakee, and a Panisonic type like this one. This is by far the best one I used to date. Those two are older technology, batt don't last as long, they go bad after a few months. I work as a field tech, and I use them every day. The Hitachi has really good power for a small driver, a locking chuck to hold the bits, and a LED light at the tip. I saw it at a local store for $95, and almost bought it. When I checked online later, I found it for $48 on Amazon. It was a no brainer, bought it that night, had it in 4 days with the free shipping. I had bought a replacement batt in the past for the other driver, cost $35. For $12 more you get a new Hitachi with 2 batt, charger, and a case. I think this is a great item, worth twice the price. I had paid $129 for the Pani, and $85 for the Millki. They don't even come close. The Hitachi design and color even makes it looker cooler, that was the thing that drew me to it first, but the perf backs it up. Only complaint is the LED is a yellow/org glow, so not as bright as white, plus you have to push the button on/off- no auto off, so the batt could go dead if not shut off. It is not even an issue, just had to find something to complain about.
- 2008-05-09, 0 of 0 people found this review helpful, Rated:
