Compact drills are designed to fit into tight spaces and are used by professionals in limited environments. They have a sleek design, can be operated one-handed, and have various features such as attached flashlights and magnetized heads. They can be battery or corded and accept a variety of heads with forward and reverse and variable speed options. They are also useful for people who want a lightweight toolkit for basic construction tasks.
A compact drill is a drill that has been designed to fit into tight spaces where ordinary drills cannot fit due to their bulk. Compact drills are used by plumbers, electricians and other contract professionals when working in environments with limited space. This can include settings such as inside cabinets and cupboards, around joists and other supports, and so on. Many hardware stores carry compact drills along with accessories such as drill bits, spare batteries, charging stations, and carrying cases.
The design of a compact drill is sleek and slim, so it fits into as many spaces as possible. Some have heads that can be rotated so the user can change the angle of the drill if needed. Other features that can be useful include attached flashlights to illuminate the work area and magnetized heads to hold screws in place while the drill is in use. Often, the design can be operated one-handed, reducing the space required to drill successfully and safely.
Some compact drills are battery operated, while others are corded. A compact corded drill usually has more power and is slower to wear out. The downside is that a power source is required, along with space to run the cable, and this can be a hassle on some jobsites. Cordless drills are more convenient to use, even though the batteries wear out and are usually not as powerful as their corded counterparts. This can be inconvenient when working with tough materials, and short battery life can be a problem unless spare parts are kept charged and available.
Compact drills can accept a variety of heads, using various mechanisms to lock the heads in place so they are stable while drilling. They have forward and reverse and some allow for variable speed. Some tasks may require more or less speed, and this option on a compact drill may be useful for some types of work.
In addition to being convenient for tight workspaces, a compact drill can also be useful for people who want a lightweight toolkit for basic construction tasks. Such drills take up less space and are less heavy than standard drills and can be stored in a toolbox for easy access or carried on a tool belt relatively easily. Instant access to tools can make workplaces more efficient by reducing the amount of time spent pulling tools out of storage for special tasks.
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