Makita 6932FDWDE 14.4 Volt 1/4-Inch Hex Drive Impact Driver Kit with L.E.D.
This muscular impact wrench can handle the toughest fastening jobs with 1100 in. lbs. of torque. Its built-in shockproof high-output LED light illuminates the work surface for accuracy. Cordless: Yes, Max. Torque (ft.-lbs.): 92, Impacts Per Minute (IPM): 3,000, Drive (in.): 1/4, Speed - No Load (RPM): 2,300, Reversible: Yes, Amps: N/A, Volts: 14.4, Battery Included: Yes, (2) 14.4V batteries, Charger Included: Yes, Case Included: Yes, Tool Length (in.): 6 1/2
Makita 6932FDWDE 14.4 Volt 1/4-Inch Hex Drive Impact Driver Kit with L.E.D. Accessories
Makita 6932FDWDE 14.4 Volt 1/4-Inch Hex Drive Impact Driver Kit with L.E.D. Reviews
It's lighter and better balanced than the Dewalt inpact driver. My whole crew owns and uses this tool. The Makita 14.4-volt impact driver is the best tool of it's kind I've ever used. A great buy. The handle is also more comfortable for a smaller hand, like mine, unlike most other drivers.
It's only about 75% as fast as a corded screw gun (not drill) so if you have an entire wall to screw down, I would still suggest a corded screw gun. It may not be cheap, but you won't be disapointed.
Wow, this thing really drives screws, end of my problems, and my arms and wrist hardly know it's there. I was hesitant to buy another cordless driver that might not due the job, but working with extension cords 30 feet off the ground is such a constant irratation that I decided to try the Makita.
We've tried almost every variety of cordless drill to install 5/16th head self-tapping screws in aircraft hanger construction. Nothing worked including a new Dewalt 18v, although my wrist would tell you it tried really hard.
Also, one more thing to mention, I've dropped it three times from 20+' onto concrete and other than case scuffs, no problems. This really shines on piece work, electrical conduit hangers, HVAC, etc.
Battery life is amazing considering that each screw we drive requires quite a bit of energy and we're getting about 100-150 screws per battery.
This building had old growth Douglas Fir framing that was tight grained and hard which made toe nailing on a ladder difficult to say the least. It was amazing to watch big fat 3 inch wood screws just melt into the wood with no strain or pushing on the back of the driver. Oh and the L.E.D light on the front is great when your driving screws inside kitchen cabinets. By lunch time my coworker's arm was tired from holding the 18V over head but I was still going strong with the light weight compact impact driver. The electrician who was working on the same job was using a Makita 12V impact driver ot install his boxes and he had an extra one he let me use.
I just can't say enough about this little powerhouse. I checked out the Hitachi, Panasonic and Makita and they all seemed equally good. Buy one now you won't regret it. I can't praise this tool enough it's just incredible how easy screws sink. Since the Makita 14V was cheaper than the Hitachi 14V and both brands have excellent reputaions I went with the Makita since that was the brand I had been using and it has a better battery. The Panasonic 12V has two torque setting and the best battery.
I was working on a remodel where I had to raise a bunch of headers over doorways and didn't have the compressor and nail gun available. The very next day I went down to K119 tools to check out the available models. Once while showing off for a friend I drove a 2 inch pan head screw all the way through a 4 by 4 redwood post and out the other side. Where has this tool been on my life. Since then I've use it to hang cabinets and install new windows. it's just amazing. I considered the 12V models but after holding both the 12's and 14's side by side the weight difference seemed minimal so I went with the extra power of the 14.4V. I love this tool.
The very first screw I drove into that rock hard fir made me giggle like a little girl. He used a 18V DeWalt drill/driver and I used the Makita 14V impact driver with a dry wall nipple bit. What's really great is just how small and light yet powerful it is. The following monday me and my coworker hung 35 sheets of sound insulating board on the ceiling.
Battery life is excellent, and with two batteries included you never have to worry about ever being left high and dry. In awkward spots or from odd angles it especially comes in handy-you don't have to compromise your balance and saftey by shifting your weight into it like you would with an ordinary drill driver.the hammer-like "impact" mechanism does all the work for you. Even my wife, who had trouble with the conventional Makita 14V driver I had before, is able to use this one very easily from the get-go. There is a certain technique that you intuitively develop when driving screws and bolts: you want to squeeze the trigger in quick little bursts, then very gently at the end so as not to overscrew or damage the screw/bolt because this thing is so darn powerful. I upgraded from the 12V version for the extra 30% torque and longer battery life.was amazed to find almost no weight or size difference at all. The famous Makita design and reliability are all here, this thing is a joy to use.
Almost zero strain or sweat is ever needed-as another reviewer describes it, screws and bolts go in as if through butter. I bought mine for two hundred fifteen dollars shipped from coastaltools.com Especially if you work in a trade like I do, this Makita is truly worth every penny. Yes the high speed tap-tap-tap does get a little noisy sometimes but I'd take a little noise over a lot of strain any day of the week.
The 6932FDWDE has 28% more torque than the 6914DWBE, and is worth the extra $40. I have seen Makita impacts used daily by mechanics and tradesmen with few issues. I like to use my Makita as a cordless drill as well. For decking work I recommend a magnetic drive guide to hold screws while driving and to make it easier to drive screws straight.
I use a 1/4" hex to 3/8" square adapter and a 1/4" hex to 1/2" square adapter to run my impact sockets. It works as an impact wrench, screwdriver, and drill with appropriate accessories.I use my Makita primarily for mechanic work. I bought a Makita model 192891-4 1/2" keyless drill chuck and a Makita model 784635-2 1/4" hex shank to get a 1/2" drill attachment, but Makita also sells the model 192077-0 3/8" keyless chuck attachment if you only need a 3/8" chuck.I have also used the 6914DWBE, and recommend this model over that one. With a torque rating of 1110 in*lb (92 ft*lb) this wrench will break loose most bolts on a car or motorcycle. Battery life was no problem on my decking project; when one battery was discharged, the one in the charger was always fully recharged. The Makita drives decking screws like butter. It's more convenient to use than the air impacts I also own (no air hoses to deal with and no air compressor noise).
Makita impact wrenches have an excellent reputation for durability. My Makita impact is one of my favorite all-around tools. You will still need good task lighting.I have also used the impact wrench to assemble a deck and fence. This is especially handy when working on a ladder, since I don't have to carry two tools. The LED light is a nice feature, but doesn't give off a serious amount of light.
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