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Black & Decker BDCDC18-XE review

650 max speeds (rpm). Priced at $95.

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We recommend drills that score 70% or more overall and at least 80% for performance, and exclude any models that score poorly for ease of use (45% or less).

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This made up of performance (70%) and ease of use (30%). 

Torque score View more details.

The torque test score is based on screwing TEK screws of two different sizes (14G 50mm and 14G 75mm, 25 of each) into treated pine. The more screws screwed in (fully flush with the wood), the higher the score.

Drilling score View more details.

Drilling score is based on the time taken to drill 10 holes with a 13mm spade bit through 45mm hardwood (spotted gum). The faster the time, the better the score.

Ease of use score View more details.

The drills are assessed for weight/balance and grip comfort by a panel made up of a right-handed man, a left-handed man and a right-handed woman.

Price View more details.

The recommended or typical retail price at the time of testing.

$95
Battery voltage (V) View more details.

Generally, higher voltage batteries tend to deliver more drilling power and torque.

18
Battery capacity (Ah) View more details.

As claimed by the manufacturer. Generally, higher capacity batteries deliver longer running time – though not always (check the battery life scores). Smaller capacity batteries are usually fine for the occasional handyperson.

1.5
Charge rate (amps)
0.2
Charge level display
None
Number of batteries supplied View more details.

A second battery is handy to make sure you don't run out of juice mid-job.

1
Charging cradle View more details.

Whether the drill uses a cradle to charge the battery.

No
Weight (kg) View more details.

Weight of the drill with battery installed.

1.1
Drill skin dimensions
182 x 66 x 174
Battery dimensions
50 x 77 x 114
Battery safety claims View more details.

As claimed by the manufacturer.

None
Warranty (years)
2
Country of origin
China
Website
blackanddecker.com.au
Speeds View more details.

The maximum speed (in rpm) in each gear range.

650
Gear ranges View more details.

Drills with two gears can usually better handle a range of drilling tasks. Low gear is for slow, powerful drilling such as a wide diameter bit through steel, or driving screws. High gear is for fast drilling, such as small diameter bits through timber.

1
Brushless View more details.

Brushless motors are frictionless which makes them more energy-efficient and quieter. They're also compact, provide higher torque, have better speed control and performance efficiency.

No
Chuck capacity (mm) View more details.

The maximum diameter drill bit the chuck can take. 10mm is enough for most basic drilling jobs but 13mm naturally allows for larger bits. All tested models have keyless chucks (the chuck can be loosened and tightened by hand).

1 – 10
Driver bit storage slots View more details.

A slot on the drill body to keep the screwdriver bit(s).

Yes
Light View more details.

Whether the drill comes with a light, which illuminates the area being drilled to help you drill more accurately.

Yes
Carry case View more details.

Whether the drill comes with a hard or soft carry case. A hard case will protect the drill, battery and accessories, but is heavier and bulkier.

N/A
Belt clip View more details.

Whether the drill comes with a belt clip so you can hang the drill from your belt between drilling tasks.

No
Other items included
None
Other skins View more details.

A list of other common tools (aka skins) from the same manufacturer that can be powered by the battery included with the drill.

Angle grinder, chainsaw, circular saw, hammer drill, hedge trimmer, impact driver, jigsaw, line trimmer, pool pruner, pressure washer, reciprocating saw, sander
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