![]() Rather that using a one or two-collar design for the mode and clutch, Festool uses a simple switch and dial. Control Freakįestool shifts away from traditional collar-based controls with a completely different system. That 4.0Ah slim pack adds more than a pound, bringing it to 4.08 pounds.ĭespite its relatively high weight, the weight is balanced very well, making it work lighter than it looks on paper.įestool’s typically solid handle ergonomics are in play with a comfortable overmold protecting its handle that fits medium to large hands well. Bare, it’s among the heaviest at 2.74 pounds. On the other hand, the Festool T 18 E cordless drill is one of the heavier models in the compact class. Since the 4.0Ah batteries that come in the kit are slim packs, it’s still very compact even with a solid power source. Interestingly, it has the shortest height of the group. ![]() Its head length measures 7.6 inches, putting in in the longer half, but still short of the bulky Hilti SFC 22-A (8.3 inches). Holding 385 RPM, it nailed an 87% efficiency. Festool’s performance was similar to its high-speed test. Making things a bit tougher, we switched over to a 1 1/2-inch Milwaukee Switchblade self-feed bit and dropped into low gear. In fact, only the DeWalt DCD797 had a higher efficiency rating in our tests.Įven with the larger auger bit, Festool posted a solid 1183 RPM, holding an 82% efficiency rating. What its efficiency score tells us is that its brushless motor isn’t having to work all that hard to do the work. Just looking at the no-load speeds on paper, we expected this Festool drill to be among the slower ones in its compact class. However, there’s some context to keep in mind.īest and worst efficiency among compact drills compared to the Festool T 18+3 In these high-speed tests, Festool’s average speed was one of the lowest. Then we followed it up with a 1-inch bit. Starting light, we drilled through with a 3/4-inch Bosch Daredevil High-Speed Auger Bit. We like to use OSB because it’s a consistent material and helps us benchmark against other drills more easily. ![]() With our standard glued-up 3/4-inch OSB subfloor layers ready for us, we put the drill through a series of standard tests. Our testing proved that the Festool T 18 E is a highly capable asset. That doesn’t mean you should dismiss it for all but your twist bits, though.
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