Is their a huge difference when it comes to Amps in drills? So is an 8 Amp drill much more powerful than a 4 Amp drill?

Ferrariassassin · Jun 10, 2016

So i use drills a lot and will be buying a new one which is 8 Amp and i was wondering will it be more powerful than my 4 Amp drill i have now or does Amp not make a difference and i should just buy a drill that is most comfortable and affordable?

huvik · Jun 10, 2016

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/the-complete-guide-to-buying-using-maintaining-power-drills-200704

Ferrariassassin · Jun 10, 2016

huvik :

That does not talk about what i asked

It says the most powerful drills are 20 volts but almost every drill, even crappy ones, are 20 volts or more. I want to know if the Motor in term of Amps really makes a difference because Drill manufacturers go by the Amps the motor is and Volts really does not matter from what i see..

aldan · Jun 10, 2016

the higher the amperage the more powerful the motor is,so yes,the 8 amp drill is more powerful than your 4amp.

giantbucket · Jun 10, 2016

is this corded, or cordless?

Ferrariassassin · Jun 10, 2016

giantbucket :

corded. I mainly do work such as building porches, houses, decks, and such. Does wireless drills use volts and corded drills use amps? Idk i never got into electricity much. I want the most powerful drill i can et and i heard a 10 amp corded drill is the most powerful. Of course impact and other air fueled things are more powerful but i am talking from a corded electric drill.

Ferrariassassin · Jun 10, 2016

aldan :

Ok thanks. Do you think 8 amp is to powerful for work related to building pourches, houses, decks, ets and such? I may get a 10 amp if it would be better.

aldan · Jun 10, 2016

the 8amp should be fine.depends on the brand how good a quality it is but i wouldnt hesitate to use it.

giantbucket · Jun 10, 2016

for corded, more amps is generally stronger, however if you have an air compressor then an air drill is another option. they are lighter, cheaper, more durable, and can be used with wet hands in a storm. they might even be stronger.

aldan · Jun 11, 2016

dont forget with an air drill you have to also include the price of the compressor.not to mention dragging an air hose around.of course,in this instance,cordless is the best bet,but expensive for a good one.

Ralston18 · Jun 13, 2016

I (as many people do) use both corded and cordless.

Corded for heavy continuous work in one "area" and a lighter cordess drill for shorter jobs where constantly running the battery down is not going to be happening. Or happen faster than I can recharge the batteries.

Or the cord possibly getting in the way - when up on a ladder for example.

Either way it is better to have power you do not need than to be short of power. Even though there will be some extra weight involved and more upfront cost.

giantbucket · Jun 13, 2016

i quite like my Milwaukee M12 setup. they've been light and plenty powerful for most domestic jobs. anything more and i reach for a heavy duty corded tool or the air. air is extremely useful for impacts and nailers!

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