Hammer Drill
Home Depot item: DEWALT 7.8 Amp Corded 1/2 in. Variable Speed Reversible Hammer Drill (Model DW511, Internet #100037000)
About $139.00 at Home Depot
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Why it's on the list
This corded version will save you from too much wear and tear on your cordless one. Use cordless when you are working on a quick gate latch and use the corded one when you are drilling 12 half inch holes into a foundation. If you can't afford one right off the bat that's OK, just know that you'll wear out your cordless faster without this.
From Home Depot
The DEWALT 1/2 in. Variable Speed Reversible Hammer Drill features a high-performance 7.8 Amp motor that provides overload protection. This dual-mode hammer drill is ideal for wood, steel and masonry applications and offers a 360 Degree side handle with depth rod to help deliver great control, versatility and depth accuracy. This hammer drill has a lightweight design to help limit user fatigue, as well as a 2-finger rubber trigger for comfort.
- 2700 RPM max speed for powerful performance
- 8 ft. cord for increased jobsite maneuverability
- Great for wood, steel and masonry applications
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Rotary drill with hammering action for masonry. Common uses include drilling into concrete, brick, and block. Specialized uses: installing concrete anchors, mounting TV brackets in masonry, and drilling for tapcons in foundations.