Bosch PS40-2 10.8-Volt Impact Driver
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Manufacturer: BoschModel: PS40-2
Product features:
- Powerful Hammer and Anvil System [feature] Produces 800 in/lbs of torque [benefit]
- High Performance Motor and All Metal Gears [features] Deliver 1,800 RPM and 3,000 BPM for fast fastening
- Compact and Lightweight [feature] Only 6/12 in length, just 2.2 lbs
- Hex Quick Change Chuck [feature] Instantly change from drill bits to driving bits
- Bright LED Work Light [feature] Three LED lights in the front end of the tool for optimum lighting
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Description of Bosch PS40-2 10.8-Volt Impact Driver
10.8V Impact Driver, 60% More Torque Than 18V Drill/Drive, 800 INLB Of Max Torque, Bosch Designed Hammer & Anvil System Delivers 1,800 RPM/3,000 BPM, LED Light Ring 3 LEDs Illuminate Work Area For Use In Dark Areas, Litheonca 10.8V Batteries, Spring Loaded Impact Mechanism Reduces User Fatigue, Aluminum Gear Housing With Protective Rubber Front, 1/4 JE Hex Drive With Quick Release, Variable Speed Trigger For Complete Control, Includes: 1 Carrying Case, Two 1.5 JE Power Drive Bits, One 30 Minute Charger BC430, & 2 Litheonca 10.8V Batteries BAT411.Tools and Hardware Reviews of Bosch PS40-2 10.8-Volt Impact Driver
Customer Review: What it does
Summary: 5 Stars
From reading these reviews it seems that there is a lot of confusion about the Bosch 10.8-volt line of compact tools. This review is about the PS40 impact driver. Bosch also offers the PS20 which is a similar driver that does not have an impact motion and the PS10 that serves as a variable angle driver that is good in tight spaces.
The impact function simply means that there is a hammering effect on the back of the bit and this forces the bit forward so it won't slip out of the screw slots and strip them. You do not have to lean on the driver to keep the bit and the screw engaged. This works in forward and reverse.
The term "driver" means that the primary use of these tools is to drive screws, nuts and bolts rather than to drill. The instructions with the PS40 say to NOT use it as a drill. Drivers are slower than drills, only 400 rpm, and really aren't good at drilling. I experimented and you can drill small holes, up to maybe 1/4, if you stay away from deep holes.
All of these drivers have a chuck that takes only hex-head bits and drills. This is a quick and secure way to attach things. There are millions of drivers of every size and variety that fit this system (Bosch calls it "clic-change"), but only small sized drill bits because that is all these tools can handle and the hex part isn't big enough for bigger bits anyway.
The PS40 is excellent for what it is designed to do. My first task was to remove rusted old screws from a rusted old gutter, one handed with no way to apply pressure. The PS40 kept the bit engaged with the clogged-up slots in the screw heads and they came right out. I also plan to use it for installing a lot of drawer sliders. It is always hard to tighten those screws without stripping them.
I would say that this is one of those must-have tools. I would never throw away the big drill and you will only frustrate yourself if you think you are going to drive giant screws through decks all day.
Note that Bosch has come out with 12-volt versions of these tools. Reviewers have noted that the specs seem the same and so there is some confusion. In any case, the 1.2 volt difference is not going to be noticed and the 10.8 versions are cheaper.
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