Porter Cable 12 volt lithium - Electrician Talk - Professional Electrical Contractors Forum

Voltech · 09-04-2011, 06:18 PM

I have had these 2 drills for about 3 months. I have to say this was the best 100 bucks I have spent on cordless tools. The drill is ok and will drill almost anything small. I use it alot for drilling 1/4" pilot holes in cans before using a uni bit. I also use it for triming out devices because of the adjustable clutch. the impact is just awesome and will drive almost anything an electrician would need to drive all day on one battery. The impact is very light and fits well into my pouch. It only takes about 30 min to get a full charge. One thing that Im starting to like is how the battery is either 100% or dead. there is no in between. I have been looking at this, but not sure how well a little sawzall would work for me

oww-is-that-hot? · 09-04-2011, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Voltech

I have had these 2 drills for about 3 months. I have to say this was the best 100 bucks I have spent on cordless tools. The drill is ok and will drill almost anything small. I use it alot for drilling 1/4" pilot holes in cans before using a uni bit. I also use it for triming out devices because of the adjustable clutch. the impact is just awesome and will drive almost anything an electrician would need to drive all day on one battery. The impact is very light and fits well into my pouch. It only takes about 30 min to get a full charge. One thing that Im starting to like is how the battery is either 100% or dead. there is no in between. I have been looking at this, but not sure how well a little sawzall would work for me

I have the 18v set, feel like I NEED to get this one now also. VERY happy w/ the 18v set. Surprising how little they cost.

MechanicalDVR · 09-04-2011, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Voltech

I have had these 2 drills for about 3 months. I have to say this was the best 100 bucks I have spent on cordless tools. The drill is ok and will drill almost anything small. I use it alot for drilling 1/4" pilot holes in cans before using a uni bit. I also use it for triming out devices because of the adjustable clutch. the impact is just awesome and will drive almost anything an electrician would need to drive all day on one battery. The impact is very light and fits well into my pouch. It only takes about 30 min to get a full charge. One thing that Im starting to like is how the battery is either 100% or dead. there is no in between. I have been looking at this, but not sure how well a little sawzall would work for me

If it is comparable with the Milwaukee 12v hackzall you will be very pleased, I find if you carry an assortment of blades it can get into very small spots and do things you could never do with a full sized saw. I have yet to cut EMT larger than 1" but I have cut strut with it.

ilikepez · 09-04-2011, 10:48 PM

I think they are basically the same drill and hammer-drill as the Milwaukee m12. The hackzall look different. How much did they cost you?

Voltech · 09-05-2011, 10:56 PM

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I think they are basically the same drill and hammer-drill as the Milwaukee m12. The hackzall look different. How much did they cost you?

Got em on sale at Lowes for 100. I think 129.00 now. They are about the same size as the m12, the batterys even look like they would fit, but dont. M12 seems heavier, it also has alot more tools with the same battery. For the money difference the proformance of the M12 had better be alot better.

Its not a hammer drill its an 1/4" impact and drill.

Im sure Porter Cable will never have this

Voltech · 09-05-2011, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by MechanicalDVR

If it is comparable with the Milwaukee 12v hackzall you will be very pleased, I find if you carry an assortment of blades it can get into very small spots and do things you could never do with a full sized saw. I have yet to cut EMT larger than 1" but I have cut strut with it.

The Porter Cable one has some kinda adjustable clamp that holds the material

From the site:

The clamping feature works great, but it could be better. While the clamp itself is fine, the problem lies within the adjustment. The saw uses a simple screw to lock clamp into place. Any time you need to adjust the clamp, you are required to pull out the allen wrench, loosen the screw, adjust the clamp, tighten the screw, than put away the wrench. Porter-Cable has designed the tool with on on-board wrench holder, which helps, but is still a hassle. This is not only a convenience issue, but also there is the chance you might lose the hex wrench

That's It? · 09-05-2011, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Voltech

The Porter Cable one has some kinda adjustable clamp that holds the material

The clamping feature works great, but it could be better. While the clamp itself is fine, the problem lies within the adjustment. The saw uses a simple screw to lock clamp into place. Any time you need to adjust the clamp, you are required to pull out the allen wrench, loosen the screw, adjust the clamp, tighten the screw, than put away the wrench. Porter-Cable has designed the tool with on on-board wrench holder, which helps, but is still a hassle. This is not only a convenience issue, but also there is the chance you might lose the hex wrench

Take out the screw and put in something you you can tighten with your fingers. My oscillating tool had the same deal, needed an allen wrench to change the blade. The screw got replaced with all thread rod and a wing nut.

HARRY304E · 09-05-2011, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Voltech

The Porter Cable one has some kinda adjustable clamp that holds the material

From the site:

The clamping feature works great, but it could be better. While the clamp itself is fine, the problem lies within the adjustment. The saw uses a simple screw to lock clamp into place. Any time you need to adjust the clamp, you are required to pull out the allen wrench, loosen the screw, adjust the clamp, tighten the screw, than put away the wrench. Porter-Cable has designed the tool with on on-board wrench holder, which helps, but is still a hassle. This is not only a convenience issue, but also there is the chance you might lose the hex wrench

What is the largest diameter that clamp can be adjusted too.

That look cool as well though.

Voltech · 09-06-2011, 12:08 AM

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What is the largest diameter that clamp can be adjusted too.

That look cool as well though.

Id say not very much considering the size of the blade.

HARRY304E · 09-06-2011, 12:14 AM

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Id say not very much considering the size of the blade.

Well it looks good for small pipe at least..