Bosch Home and Garden Cordless Combi Drill PSB 1800 LI-2 (2 x 18 volt batteries, 20 torque settings, drill and impact function, in carrying case)

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If you are after a dedicated impact driver there are certainly better offerings, but this might set to be a likely replacement for the Bosch PSB 1800 a few years down the road. There’s no point rating a drill highly because it can make holes quickly if it’s not comfortable to use. Clive Harris is the creator of DIY Garden and a professional landscape gardening consultant with over 6 years experience. The grip shape is fine, but it’s not as refined compared to the ones on the Ryobi R18PD3 or the DeWalt DCD796.

It also has a drill mode for drilling holes into wood and plastics and an impact drill mode for drilling into more challenging materials such as masonry and steel. It also comes with a control knob for forward/ reverse and an inbuilt LED light that sits parallel to the chuck for illuminating your surroundings in dark or poorly lit spaces like the basement. Uses a better and more powerful battery technology than the previous models and is designed for a DIY enthusiast, and here’s why. When I'm not writing guides, you'll find me in my garden or garage, putting my skills to work and pushing the boundaries of creativity. I just recently bought a Bosch PSB Combi Drill and I am trying to register it for the 3 year guarantee.The chuck doesn’t have any nasty play in it, and there are no wobbles or rattles coming from the battery if you shake the drill around. Select the drill mode for regular tasks or percussion mode to drill through wood, plasterboard or masonry. You can find power drills that use the same voltage to produce speeds and torque to handle the same applications as the Bosch PSB 1800 LI-2 cordless combi drill. It is conveniently cordless and always ready to use thanks to the lithium-ion technology and a 60 minute battery life. Combine this with its drilling and impact drilling functionality and it is a great all-round combi drill.

The first round of testing was carried out by drilling into a range of common materials: timber, aerated concrete block, and metal plate.I’ve got large hands, and the bottom of my palm started rubbing on the battery release button surround almost immediately.

It might not have the huge specs of the more professional DeWalt and Makita entries, but you get a pair of batteries and a decent case. The metal drill bits with titanium-nitride coating excel through their long lifetime and high strength. Thanks to its ergonomic soft-grip handle and well-balanced, lightweight design, the Bosch PSB 1800 LI-2 is comfortable to hold and use, even over long periods. Optimum power for every task 3-in-1 system that can be used for screwdriving, drilling and impact drilling. Whether it’s the lack of motor power or an electronic speed controller, if you push down too hard on the material you’re drilling, the drill won’t start.The PSB 1800 LI-2 lithium-ion two-speed combi from Bosch is suitable for drilling in wood (3 cm diameter), metal (1 cm diameter) and masonry (1 cm diameter) and can also be used as a screwdriver on these materials. In other words, this drill is easier to use, consumes less power and will last longer thanks to its special high-tech chip. However, if you want something that can handle heavy-duty applications like concrete, then the Bosch Cordless Hammer Drill ideal too. To claim the full warranty a registration form may need to be completed - please check the paperwork enclosed with this product when purchased. Then subscribe to our newsletter, which has plenty of tips and tricks for keeping things exciting around your home and garden!

This drill uses a proprietary Symeon chip to control the battery, motor and gears, ensuring maximum coordination for greater efficacy and longevity. Also, with its fast one-hour charger and included second battery, the Bosch PSB 1800 LI-2 boasts a long battery life, with batteries that are quick and easy to charge up and change. batteries are not the longest-lasting options, thanks to this drill’s lithium-Ion batteries and its energy-efficient Syneon Chip, you’ll find that you’ll get a lot done with just one battery. If this drill model seems a bit too cumbersome there are mini cordless screwdrivers available from Bosch such as the IXO IV, which has had a makeover and is now 30 % more powerful than it originally was. As of 2021 Bosch has licensed PowerForAll to other manufacturers whereby batteries between these manufacturers will be interchangeable.

This gearbox lets you control your drilling or driving, whether you want to hang a curtain rail or remove a stubbornly stuck screw. Delivered in a sturdy blow moulded case with plastic catches, the drill, batteries, and charger are all held firmly for transport.