| Author | Message | ||
     Ian Kreidich (Ian95rrc) Member Username: Ian95rrc Post Number: 166 Registered: 03-2003 |
I recently ordered a SDS Plus Makita rotary hammer drill from my local crack dealer. http://www.makita.com/Tools_Item_View.asp?id=260 I'd like to be able to use regular shank drill bits with it. I think in many situations the rotary hammer drill is a better choice for 3/8-1/2" shank drill bits over 6" in length. It would also be of use as a driver but I can just get an SDS plus bit for that. I know adapters exist to make this work. Before I invest in one, I am wondering if anyone else has any experience or opinions in this matter? A keyless chuck adapter would be awesome if they exist. | ||
| Sean Clawson (Jacintyre) Member Username: Jacintyre Post Number: 46 Registered: 09-2003 |
Ian, What are you using the hammer drill for? | ||
| Ian Kreidich (Ian95rrc) Member Username: Ian95rrc Post Number: 167 Registered: 03-2003 |
Well I have to drill some fairly long 5/8" holes into a concrete foundation to set anchors. The anchors are holding up 1/4" angle steel to the foundation in order to support some rotted floor joists. I'll also use it to do some core drilling in masonry but not very often. It's mainly for drilling concrete. I have a regular HILTI hammer drill but it tends to round out holes in concrete, which leads to anchors just spinning instead of expanding. I also don't like how it balances with a long bit. Not to mention it takes you for a ride when you hit rebar, where as this new one will disengage the clutch. |
