Reddit mentions: The best power screwdrivers

I've been contemplating getting a cordless screwdriver for doing stuff around the house - things I don't need to go grab my drill from the shed to do, so I've been looking at a few on amazon. Most are stepping up a couple of levels price wise on the pictured drivers, you are looking at around $100 USD.

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The only one I've used is an old Panasonic model, which I'm surprised, they are actually on amazon still. We have a couple of these at work, and they are great. They are nicad batteries, and while the batteries in the ones we have don't last too long these days, we have several batteries for them, and considering the drills and batteries are probably at least 15 years old, I really think they are top notch drivers.
https://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-EY6220N-Cordless-Battery-Rechargeable/dp/B005AZ39LM

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I'm surprised no one has linked to the milwaukee drives like these:

https://www.amazon.com/Milwaukee-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Screwdriver-Tool-Only/dp/B00VYNEEZO/

I haven't used them, but I'm sure they are top quality being milwaukee. I don't know too much about them though.

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There are more options out there, like the dewalt gyroscopic driver - The tool looks good, but I'm not sure about the gyroscopic control, I personally would just prefer a trigger.

https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DCF680N2-Gyroscopic-Screwdriver-Battery/dp/B00DL7QDS2/

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I was eyeing off the Hitachi / Metabo one on US amazon, as i have some amazon credit, but the chargers aren't universal chargers, they are 110 only :(, so i would need to find a local charger, which would add up cost wise pretty quickly

https://www.amazon.com/Metabo-HPT-DB3DL2-Screwdriver-Batteries/dp/B07L78Y72J/

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Hopefully those options are useful for you. I'm interested to hear other peoples opinions of them.

>https://www.amazon.com/Milwaukee-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Screwdriver-Tool-Only/dp/B00VYNEEZO/
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>I haven't used them, but I'm sure they are top quality being milwaukee. I don't know too much about them though.

I have this M12 screwdriver, and its great - so much better than any of these tiny 4v or 7.2v drivers. Its strong, its got a clutch, its got a variable speed trigger, swappable battery and a wide range of battery capacities available, and its pretty small. Head and shoulders better than a 4v pocket driver.

I know tools so here we go. Focusing on the extras, luxuries, and conveniences. If I don't specifically note a manufacturer/model I probably just grabbed the first Amazon link to make it clear what I'm talking about.

• 12v impact gun/electric ratchet. These are an awesome luxury for working on cars, much time spent turning ratchets will be saved. Also useful around the house for driving sheetrock screws. I like the Bosch PS41 for bang for the buck and Milwaukee M12 for the full 12v set (they have a ratchet, Bosch doesn't).
  
• Fucking magnet trays, how do they work?!
  
• Amazeballs stocking stuffers: finger bit adapters.
  
• Timing light
  
• Torque wrench
  
• Dremel. I have the cordless one because every Dremel I've ever broke has failed at the brushes and it has a BLDC but that's actually been a really useful feature for working on cars. Grab and go.
  
• 4.5" grinder. Pick your favorite color but you usually can't go wrong with yellow or red.
  
• Wobble extensions
  
• Hex and/or Torx bit set
  
• TS8000 MAP gas torch and bottle. I should've put this higher cause this is crazy useful and everyone needs one.
  
• Decent wire strippers
  
• Multimeter/DMM. There are various guides out there but I think there's an Extech that's a commonly recommended entry level DMM.
  
• If they're into old shit aka carburetors grab an ultrasonic cleaner.
  
• Flex head ratchet in your favorite size.
  
• Snap ring pliers

I worked as a warranty field service technician for Dell for half a year, and probably the best tool purchase I made was my DeWalt gyroscopic screwdriver (https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DCF680N2-Gyroscopic-Screwdriver-Battery/dp/B00DL7QDS2). A lot of people are (rightly) wary of using an electric screwdriver on electronics, but that electric screwdriver in particular is actually really well suited for the task — the gyroscopic control scheme makes it super easy to control precisely and gives plenty of feedback, plus the clutch actually goes down far enough to be useful.

i've got a hand driver already. B&D LI3100 it's a great little tool, loads of torque and ready to take any bit.

driver screws as well as my 18v! power for days too.

i am looking for a driver replacement that can pound in deck screws or lag bolts. i have a pretty good drill/driver.

of course, it's heavy and bulky, so i probably would like something more compact for drilling. i figured less power, more impact means i need a hammer drill/driver.

so the little saw is good? i have a wireless jig saw that looks like it's about the same size, other than being more bulky, it doesn't seem like that little saw-zaw would be very different.

i've been told i should just get a plug in saw-zaw for the rare times when i need it (mostly pruning).

I too spend a great deal of time repairing laptops. I'm currently using this one:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011WRUODC/ref=psdc_9022390011_t3_B000051WQV

I have a few of these electric screwdrivers (for work and home). I used Dewalt's old 7.2v model for many years but it was just too bulky for precision work. This new 8v is less than half the size though.

I's got WAY more power than needed for such a task but once I got the feel for it I became exceeding efficient with it. It's certainly not a tool I would recommend to a weekend hobbyist to use on their laptop, but if you're accustomed to doing this type of work its a great device.

The only real down side is that you'll have to use an adapter if you rely on smaller precision bits like iFixit or Texton size. Fortunately, I've been able to find all of the bits I need in a standard bit size. YMMV.

Don't really need anything, but have some DIY stuff I'd love to do to make my life better so it would be awesome to get this

At 2-20 cabinets I assume these are private facilities and not Co-Location facilities.

It all boils down to well-thought out standards that align with your needs & requirements.

Plenty of good recommendations in the thread already, but I'll chime in with some of my favorites.

1. Equipment Cabinets as tall, wide and deep as possible.
   

• Floor space is finite. You can't (easily) make the equipment room bigger. So use all of the vertical space that is available to you.
  
• Devices & equipment keeps squeezing more capabilities into the same 1U and 2U form factors, often at the expense of additional equipment depth.
  
• 900 and 1000mm deep cabinets are just not cutting it anymore. Standardize on 1200mm depth, or you'll regret it soon.
  
• I like this PDF from APC here as it provides a clear illustration of the problems encountered when you are forced to install a deep device in a shallow cabinet. Ignore the concept that maybe you don't use Cisco UCS servers. Someday somebody is going to buy a device as deep as that UCS enclosure and want to mount it in one of your cabinets.
  

2. Air Flow, Air Flow, AIR FLOW !!!
   

• Hot Aisles and Cold Aisles.
  
• Where will the hot air go?
  
• Where is the cold air coming from?
  
• If this is a small, 6 cabinet environment, having a big assed 36" industrial fan in the room for just-in-case is a brilliant investment.
  

3. I don't want 110V power in the server environment. Everything in the cabinets is 220V.
   

• We deliver 2 or 4 x L6-30R connections to each cabinet.
  
• My initial response to a request for 110V power in a cabinet will be very negative, bordering on hostile.
  
• Anything that is 110V-only isn't data center grade. Go find a better product and come back with a new request.
  
• Yes, I will eventually cave in and meet the needs of the business.
  

4. Yes, I fully agree with having a permanent stash of consumables in the facility (if this is a private facility).
   

• 1" or 3/4" velcro by the roll.
  
• 12" medium-duty zip-ties.
  
• Label Printer and a cable labeling solution.
  
• Flashlight, multi-bit screwdriver, Cage Nut tool. In a larger facility I want an electric screwdriver, but small & light not big and powerful Like This, NOT Like This
  
• Patch cables, Fiber jumpers, SFP/SFP+ optics
  
• I don't want a Co-Lo provider to provide these things for free. Such a service will be abused and the costs of that abuse will be passed forward to us.
  
• I love seeing a credit-card enabled vending machine outside of the data center floor with these things in it. I'll put a $10 15' CAT6 patch cord on my AmEx in a heartbeat if it saves me from having to sign out of the facility and crawl into my car because I'm one cable short.
  
  
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  I had more thoughts, but I've lost them...
  
  

I know, no-one takes it seriously until they try it. Of course your mileage may vary on how big the tuner hole is and how thick your toothpicks are, so you may have to double up. Then break em off so the toothpick doesn't run into an adjacent tuning post. If you're gonna change strings the next day you might as well leave them in, else pull them out with a needle-nose plier.

The cordless screwdriver isn't faster than you can do with a string winder, but it's easier. The one I got: http://www.amazon.com/Decker-AS6NG-Alkaline-Cordless-Screwdriver/dp/B004HY3APW/ref=zg_bs_552750_1

You could make your own bit if you're handy with that sort of thing, I got one like this one http://www.instrumentoutfitters.com/ZAP-IT-STRING-WINDER_p_2173.html

Good luck with it!

As a maintenance guy at an apartment complex, I disagree. I have an 18v Dewalt XRP and one of these little guys and they both get a good amount of use. My coworkers and I have even taken to calling it the mighy might because of how deceptively strong it is.


Case in point, I once got a call around midnight for a kicked in door. I get there to secure it for the night until I could replace the jamb the next day. As soon as i start driving screws with my Dewalt it dies. Its late, the cops are gone, and this place is shady as fuck when the sun goes down, so I decide to bust out mighty might. I wasn't expecting much since I was using 3" screws directly into studs, but I'll be damned it it didn't power through and get the job done. little guy saved my ass.


It's also the shit for hanging blinds. My big bulky drill is super uncomfortable to hold in the corner of a window and drive a screw straight, but lil' mighty will knock that shit out lickety split. I've had mine two years and I aboslutely love it. Once it dies for good I will definitely be grabbing another one.


BTW mine is the plug in model, it lasts about a day with moderate use on a full charge.


Here is a link to the exact one I have.

I don't think you'll find anything decent in that micro size. Most of the good ones are 1/4" hex drive.

I've tried the Dewalt 12V, the Hitachi 3.6V, and the Makita 12V.

The Makita was my favorite and that's the one I kept. Most people in R/C like the Hitachi the best because the clutch has a slightly lower setting than the other 2. My Hitachi arrived with a defective power switch, so I returned it. I like the more traditional gun style of the Dewalt and the Makita, which also have the variable speed trigger. The Hitachi was just too long and cumbersome.

The Makita has a 2-speed gearbox and a better (lighter) clutch than the Dewalt. That's why I kept the Makita.

• SwissGera Ibex BackPack I got one of the original versions of these when I started travelling heavily. It has survived half a million air miles, 40 states and 8 countries of being an IT Gypsy.
  
  
• Small Power Screwdriver / Drill - Used a power inverter in the rental cars to recharge my laptop and charge up the drill between sites.
  
  
• Precision Magnetic Screwdriver Set - Really nice when you need to work on a laptop or get an unfamiliar setup without the right screwdriver on hand.

I got this as a gift years ago, and it has been awesome for anything I have used it for. High torque, low speed, and the battery lasts forever. Looks like its not available anymore, but maybe the newer models are just as good. This one seems like its replacement. I don't rack tons of stuff, but have used it for it.

Sometimes I find the handle on these to be too small to easily break loose some screws.

I like my Ratcheting T handle screwdriver, it's easy to use, adjustable, and ratcheting which is great for longer screws.

I have tried some powered screwdrivers and they are great, but without an extension they can be hard to use inside a case or in tight spaces.

If they hat fat handled precision screwdrivers for cheap that would be great.

as with just about any tool, you don't absolutely need a jointer. there are many other ways to get one straight edge, and the easiest way is to have the lumber yard do it for you. unfortunately, you're still at the mercy of their tooling and level of effort and it sounds like they didn't do a great job. even with that edge though, you need a reliable way to make the other edge parallel.

a decent table saw can make a glue-ready edge if the opposite edge is already flat and straight. Featherboards can help a lot with this effort, though as long as you keep pressure against the fence while feeding it you're accomplishing the same goal. I think the problem you'll run into is that your table saw was never really designed to do that. there will be some amount of flex in the fence, the table and fence are really too short for long precise cuts, the table is likely not perfectly flat, there just isn't enough mass to counter the little nudges and wiggles that feeding a 50 lb board across it will generate, and the whole thing is probably not properly aligned nor can it be. all of that adds up to an inaccurate cut (I think you've already experienced this) and an inaccurate cut means a difficult and frustrating glue-up. it's good enough for construction work where you just need to get close and do it quick. that's what that saw is made for... just like a power screwdriver can technically drill holes, you can't expect it to do the job as well as a full-height drill press. one is portable and handy, the other is heavy and accurate. such is the nature of woodworking tools.

I think if I was in your situation, I would forget about the table saw for this purpose and get a really good blade for my circular saw. clamp a good straightedge to the board and make sure the whole thing is clamped to a sturdy bench or table. take your time and make a good straight cut, then do your damnedest to repeat the process on the other edge and make it parallel. this is going to be even more difficult with lumber that isn't flat on top or bottom, so for extra credit, make yourself a door board.

Good luck, this is doable. it's going to take a lot of effort but I think you will learn a lot, plus you'll enjoy the final product even more.

Dewalt 12v Max ¼" Screwdriver. Compact, easy to handle, quick bit change, the belt clip is awesome, and the batteries charge fast. Just enough power to get the job done without trying to handle a full size drill. Has 3 LEDs around the ¼" chuck to make it easy to see in dark spots. Pair this with a magnetic bit to hold the rack screws and you're ready to go.
Amazon link

What is your budget?

Here is my suggestion. Forget about getting hand screw drivers; IMO, waste of money unless if you are an electrician or need to pry something, they are bulky and waste time. I would suggest spend a few extra dollars and buy a electric screwdriver like this or an 12v impact like this with a bit set like this. Bit sets are great because your don't need to gave a bucket of screw drivers laying around and you with have every bit you need in a small form factor.

If our budget is tight check your pawn shops often and look for NEW or LIKE NEW versions of these tools. You can find them for cheap. Remember these tools will last you forever.

Hello!

Based on your requirement, I would recommend the Bosch IXO series.

My first recommendation would be the Bosch IXO 3 that we are getting on Amazon India.

http://www.amazon.in/Bosch-IXO-III-Multipurpose-Screwdriver/dp/B00INTGZ3Q

But if you'd rather spend more to get the best bang for your buck, you could head over to Amazon.de and get the Bosch IXO 5.

https://www.amazon.de/Bosch-Akku-Schrauber-Schrauberbits-USB-Ladeger%C3%A4t-Leerlaufdrehzahl/dp/B00TTZU566/

However, due to the recent Customs duty changes, you'll now pay 42% duty instead the old 28.8%, so this, inclusive of shipping, will cost you €79, which is around ₹5569 in today's exchange rates but will end up costing you a few hundred more because of Amazon adjusting the exchange rate a bit higher.

The difference in adaptor compatibility between the two versions?

https://www.bosch-do-it.com/gb/en/diy/ixo-collection.jsp

If you scroll down on this page, they have a chart that shows just the same.

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I'm actually the other way around. I rarely use the ikea tools because power driver makes the whole experience SIGNIFICANTLY better.

Use one with a clutch and tighten the last bit by hand.

(this driver is my favorite in the world)

While this might not be what you are looking for, I recommend a cordless screwdriver: http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DCF610S2-12-Volt-4-Inch-Screwdriver/dp/B0043XX872/ref=sr_1_6?s=hi&srs=2588375011&ie=UTF8&qid=1393984525&sr=1-6&keywords=dewalt+cordless+screwdriver

I worked for 3 or 4 years before getting one and wow it was a game-changer for certain projects!

I got this. It's the best small driver I have found. It's small enough that you can fit it into tight spots, and plenty powerful for rack screws. The torque limiting clutch is nice; I set it to the lowest when I'm driving hard drive screws so I don't strip the heads off later.

For my new datacenter install, I specified all Torx fasteners. I've had bad experience with old frozen Phillips rack screws, and Torx are easier to drive off-axis, and of course they don't cam out by design like Phillips does. There are some oddball things, but for the most part it's all Torx. Yay!

DEWALT 8V MAX Cordless Screwdriver Kit, Gyroscopic, 1 Battery (DCF682N1) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011WRUODC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_-g.2Db5TGXTKT

This thing is pretty great for what I use it for.

• motherboard tester
  
  
• Power Supply tester
  
  
• Ultimate Boot CD
  
  
• Dr. Web Live CD
  
  
• electric screwdriver
  
  
• package opener
  
  it's hardly relevant, but that last one is there because those plastic packages are annoying and sometimes the thing inside those clamshell packages are used for PC repair, such as a flash drive. it also has a box cutter, a little screwdriver you can use as a backup, and the clippers work really well on zip ties, which can sometimes be useful with PC parts, as wires are sometimes zip tied together.
  
  everything else is basically all you'll need to diagnose and fix any problems you may have with a PC. as long as the PSU connectors and motherboard are working, you can figure out any other hardware failure. Dr. Web will cure almost any viruses you can't kill in safe mode with Malwarebytes, and Ultimate Boot CD has many diagnostic tools that from my experience, can help pinpoint nearly any other issue.
  
  I feel like I've forgotten one of my other diagnostic tools. I might be thinking of my PC Login Now disc and my XP Black CD. but I can't legitimately link you to those. most subreddits frown upon linking to anything even remotely related to piracy. I think I covered everything else.
  
  and depending on how advanced with repair you plan to go, you might want a soldering kit as well, but I doubt you'll do anything on that level. I don't even solder anything, and I plan on doing computer repair for a living.

For screwdrivers, I prefer the Dewalt DW920K

I got mine in 1998 and use it often enough to wear down the original NiCAD battery packs, which I replaced with NiMH packs and it works even better. I dropped it plenty of times from top of ladders. The torque control works really well on this. I like it so much I bought another one 3 years ago.

https://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-BDCS40G-4-Volt-Screwdriver/dp/B008R5259Y

Love this one - small and one-handed, good power too.

You might be interested in something like this or this

They have cheaper ones similar to this if you go to Home Depot or Lowes. They're small, light, and perfect for driving in screws.

I have a few of These and they are fantastic. They come with two batteries and have really good speed control and adjustable torque settings. I even used this with a PH1 to take apart and re-assemble laptops. I have never stripped a screw.

This electric screwdriver is great for IKEA assembly or any other low torque application. We use them at work for computers and such, bought one for home use which I use for any electronics/furniture assembly. Works great. Not powerful enough to strip or over-tighten anything, and it's small.

I use this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GFINJ8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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I swap batteries daily with it, does the job perfectly. Battery swap from 10 mins to 2 mins (without battery connector tool)

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Any bag works, just be careful of the battery connector, and the power accidentally being turned on. Other than that, you are golden. PS, you may need battery connector tools if you don't have them, reach out to boosted for those.

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Edit: I don't recall if my drill came with a 4MM hex bit, but you may need to buy one that fits the drill. Buy drill then take it to local hardware saying you need a 4MM hex to fit it.

That's a fine drill and will do mostly what you need it to. As a matter of fact, it may be a bit overkill. This drill can do all you need (per description) at a lower price, AND it's better for putting things together. The only catch is you'll need hex type drill bits. As a amtter off act, it's my go to drill for nonsense around the place, and I buy it as a gift for anyone getting an apartment. For a house you may need more, for an apartment, it's perfect. http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW920K-2-7-2-Volt-Two-Position-Screwdriver/dp/B000051WQV

I recommend you go with the iFixit 54 Driver Kit its $35 dollars on amazon and will open up almost every you will need in the electronic department, and I would go for something more like Ryobi HP44L for you electric screwdriver, the Flipout you had post does seem too comfortable to use if you plan to do a lot with it. The ryobi and a 68 piece driver set on amazon is only $54 between that kit and the iFixit kit (which is the kit that your Vastar kit is copying) you should be about to do anything for common stuff around your apartment to all the electronic work you could think of. iFixit Ryobi Driver Ryobi Set


I just posted my "Basic Tool Kit" but I don't think you really need all that for what you want to do, pick up these key item as you get extra money or as you can to up grade what you have, Channellock Pliers Set, Estwing Hammer, Wera Screw Set, Milwaukee Tape Measure, and Milwaukee Utilty Knife. With all of this I can't think of anything that could slow you down in an apartment setting.

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Do you use an electric screwdriver today? Perhaps one of those would be easier to use since you only have to aim it once and press the button?
Something like this?

https://www.amazon.com/General-Tools-500-Precision-Screwdriver/dp/B002XZLTQO

http://www.amazon.com/General-Tools-Instruments-500-Screwdriver/dp/B002XZLTQO/

I can personally vouch for this product. The bits aren't standard (or at least I can't put in my other precision manual set bits into it) but it's really a hand saver when it comes to tinkering around a lot in small electronics.

I actually use a cordless electric screwdriver and one of these. The screwdriver is much easier to fit in my vape case.

If the only improvement you're after is labor savings, you can keep using your Mini Mill! Just drive it with this inexpensive device, and make sure you don't run it too fast.

Will this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ODSS5NO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 hole saw set fit directly onto a tool like this https://www.amazon.com/BLACK-DECKER-BDCS20C-Lithium-Ion-Rechargeable/dp/B00TM2T9C2/ref=sr_1_1?s=power-hand-tools&ie=UTF8&qid=1478632498&sr=1-1 without any other drill bits or adapters? I plan to make holes in glass with this.

Cacciavite elettrico oppure trapano avvitatore? Ho questo dubbio da una settimana ed adesso amazon ha messo in offerta un ottimo avvitatore..
Il bisogno immediato e' smontare e rimontare mobili IKEA, pero' non si sa mai se in futuro abbia bisogno di fare qualche foro nei muri. Che consigliate?

Il trapano a cui pensavo e' questo, ma sembra estremamente scomodo per montare/smontare mobili, etc.

I grandi dubbi del venerdi!

Amazon link.

I'm glad to see that the design has barely changed. It is kind of slow and really heavy, but this thing is built like a tank. It has been dropped several times from ladders, paint and water and gas splashed on it, and banged around in the junk drawer for decades.

I realized that not including pictures, mementos, and a few t-shirts, this may be the possession that I have owned the longest.

Here you go and yes I would recommend it.

https://www.amazon.com/General-Tools-500-Precision-Screwdriver/dp/B002XZLTQO/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1499796039&sr=8-10&keywords=electric+screwdriver

I like this tool a lot, it works really well and goes when I need it to.

DEWALT DCF680N2 8V Max Gyroscopic Screwdriver 2 Battery Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DL7QDS2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_8sFPyb38GPDTY

That's overkill IMO. This would be more practical for furniture. I have a similar NiCad one that works great.

https://www.amazon.com/BLACK-DECKER-Li2000-Rechargeable-Screwdriver/dp/B005LTNLDS/

Quick use of one of these screwdrivers and the board is now mine.

Also this doesn’t look like it can accommodate a boosted / esk8 board’s battery.

This is an updated version of the Black and Decker Cordless Screwdriver that I've had for years. I like the angle position so you can address hard to reach spots, but as said before there's not really one that is head and shoulders above another, so if you have tools from another brand that you like, go with the matching brand.

I have one of these and I love it. Gotta be careful not to strip the screws though. Makes builds go so much faster.

I've been doing magnetizing on the past 2 days on my battlewagon (I work a bit slow and let my glue set). I'm using the Army Painter pin vice (it comes with a set of bits), and my cheap cordless drill I picked up for like $20. This drill doesn't have much torque when you get down to it, but it works for driving screws and drilling holes. It met my $20 expectations, and works fine for me.

I'm using my 9/64th drill bit for the 1/8" disc magnets. The 1/16" disc magnets i have, the pin vice bits are big enough for. I'd also recommend some cube magnets for vehicles if you're working on those.

Have you looked at the Dewalt 8V gyroscopic screwdriver. It's very bizarre at first but after a few days it's very nice to use.

http://youtu.be/nggZn2kwsoI?t=519s

We're doing a bunch of Ikea cabinets on one of our properties. I went with the 12 volt Dewalt screwdriver kit. It's light enough that my wife can work with it without getting worn out, the torque is adjustable and it comes with two batteries so we're never out of a charge. It's worked great for the Ikea stuff and I've also used it to screw in two and three inch #8 flathead wood screws any number of times without any issues.

Bakcpack I use is waterproof and big enough to fit my laptop, tablet, tools, media, cabling and still have plenty of space for my Nintendo Siwtch and Switch Pro controller. Space for molle attachments, fully adjustable/removable straps.

This is my tool for light to medium driving jobs. I use a second manual driver with interchangeable bits for jobs that require more torque.

Did you buy this?
If you are trying to do case screws with that you should be using something stronger like DLSS linked.

This is the one I use in my shop it’s pretty fast https://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-BDCS40G-4-Volt-Screwdriver/dp/B008R5259Y

It’s not cheap though. Thinking about picking up a $9 harbor freight version and modding it with a cable and xt60 plug.

General Tools 500 Cordless Power Precision Screwdriver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002XZLTQO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_mjIyxbX9TR56X

Quick Amazon search led me to this, it's fairly well rated. At $18.50 you can get a replacement or two for a reasonable price just in case.

Drill baby drill $22.99 on Under $25.00 wish list

BLACK+DECKER BDCS20C 4-Volt MAX Lithium-Ion Cordless Rechargeable Screwdriver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TM2T9C2?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Neiko 10048A Security Bit Set, Chrome Vanadium Steel | 100-Piece Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000O5XDOG?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Besides all the usual stuff others have put down (USB Sticks with multiboot stuff, torch, standard toolkit etc), I find these screw-extracting pliers to be invaluable on the rare occasions they are needed.
Also a small electric screwdriver, a good quality magnetic screwdriving set and for the really fiddly stuff, one of these.

Dewalt DCF680
https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DCF680N2-Gyroscopic-Screwdriver-Battery/dp/B00DL7QDS2


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxntkScF37U

Perfect for a range of tasks from racks to driving screws into mounting board.

15 Clutch Position Settings.

The LED light stays on for 15 or 20 seconds making it usable. Just tap the trigger.

I use this little Skil Screw Gun

Nice and portable.

1. Cordless Driver http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DCF680N2-Gyroscopic-Screwdriver-Battery/dp/B00DL7QDS2
   
2. RJ45 EZ Crimper http://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100054C-Clamshell-EZ-RJPRO/dp/B00939KFOU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1423770419&sr=8-3&keywords=rj45+EZ+crimpers
   
3. Heavy Duty Scissors http://www.amazon.com/Clauss-18081-Titanium-Adjustable-Ultraflex/dp/B00270XY1I
   
4. Folding Box Cutter http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DWHT10035L-Folding-Retractable-Utility/dp/B0051QIBGI
   
5. USB Serial Adaptor http://www.amazon.com/Tripp-Lite-USA-19HS-High-Speed-supports/dp/B0000VYJRY
   
6. Flush cut snips http://www.amazon.com/Xcelite-2178M-Heavy-Duty-Shearcutter-Diagonal/dp/B002M6U5JG/ref=sr_1_10?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1423770726&sr=1-10&keywords=flush+cut+pliers
   
7. RJ45 Couplers http://www.amazon.com/Connector-Modular-Network-Coupler-Adapter/dp/B00K836DHI
   
8. Fiber cleaning Tool http://www.fiberoptics4sale.com/p/6210MF.html?gclid=CjwKEAiAgKu2BRDu1OGw3-KXokwSJAB_Yy2Qe4jogMWd-DK7Gz5p5LfMkTCwda6IBgaEzluP7vm-ARoCl-7w_wcB
   
9. Hex bit set http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW2166-45-Piece-Screwdriving-Set/dp/B002JWSNIS
   
10. Light Meter http://www.amazon.com/Optical-50dBm-Locator-Male-LC-Adapter/dp/B00D6BVRN4
    
11. Multitool http://www.amazon.com/Victorinox-Swiss-Cybertool-Pocket-Knife/dp/B00005ML8H
    
12. 1m SingleMode Simplex x8
    
13. 1m SingleMode Simplex x8
    
14. 1m SingleMode Simplex x8
    
15. 1m Multimode Simplex x8
    
16. 1m Multimode Simplex x8
    
17. 1m Multimode Simplex x8
    
18. Fiber Couplers SC/LC x8

I️ have an electric screwdriver that does the trick and much more portable than a drill, something like this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005LTNLDS/ref=zg_bs_552750_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=FSBS17NZ19RTBQ2WTED3

I would like to see someone from /r/computertechs review one of these: electric precision screwdriver

I'm not sure you'll be able to find ones that small with that mechanism inside. If you are using a drill for small details, you'll want the control a manual one gives you. If you are looking for a tool that will let you drill a bunch of holes with less effort, just go with a small powered handdrill like this.

Get a milwaukee m12 driver.

Its just a drill with quick change bits. I use mine all the time as an industrial electrician. I've had it for two years and its still working as well as the day I bought it.

Then of course you want a set of screw and drill bits that are the quick change type. You could get a M12 with a chuck too if you want.

Quick follow-up. Just found this little guy on amazon. looks like the 3-years-newer cousin to the one i got now. anyone got any experience? I see they advertise drill bits with this one, so I would hope it chooches a little bit faster... but i'd rather know and hear it from you guys than the seller.

The case I use: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E2217I6

Pics of the board fitting in the case:
https://imgur.com/gallery/64G9R

I use a small electric driver to make removing and replacing the battery fast and easy: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TM2T9C2

FYI- TSA will not let you take electric tools as carry on and you must check it. I just throw it in the rifle case along with the board.

Taking the entire board as carry on is also possible. I've done it before, but it's a coin flip getting it through TSA. Some agents allow it and others don't. Enforcement is very uneven. Also, when you do get it on you will hog an entire overhead bin space with your skateboard which I dislike doing. I find checking the board to be much less of a hassle.

I've been using probably the same General Precision Screwdriver as you for awhile now and it works great for most small screws. There are a few that require a bit of a wrist flick to loosen. I havn't broken it yet but I was lucky to get this PLUS the General Cordless Engraver for $10 for both so not a big deal if it gives out.

For larger screws I either use a Black and Decker 7.2v Lithium Cordless Drill (very lightweight but powerful) OR a Ryobi Tek 4 Cordless Screwdriver (a bit heavier but has light on the chuck, removeable rechargeable battery, and a '2' speed setting for quick removal of loose screws).

I got a black and decker cordless screw driver for this exact purpose. +/- $20 on Amazon. I'll track down a link shortly for you. Worked like a charm before I said fuck it for on the press trimming and went back to my zip trim.

Edit: BLACK + DECKER AS6NG Alkaline Cordless Screwdriver https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B004HY3APW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_.9Fsyb4X9WK90

It takes AA batteries so you can replace them instead of having the factory battery slowly fuck off like they do.

It's a powered screwdriver. It is used to tighten players protective equipment on the sidelines.

Edit: Similar to this one

also, decent electric screwdriver.
http://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-3-Position-Rechargeable-Screwdriver/dp/B005LTNLDS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1418257962&sr=8-1&keywords=electric+screwdriver

im all about manually doing it with a high quality precision kit, but if its what he wants, it must suit a need.

better go with this one

You're welcome.

Not all their tools are bad.

For instance, this AA powered screwdriver combined with this set of bits makes a really handy kit for light around-the-house work like assembling furniture. Running off alkalines means that it won't go dead sitting on the shelf for six months between jobs.

All I can see is bending the hell out of the motor rod on your first real use. Plus that isn't' exactly a powerful motor, so what is this really going to be able to handle? Even their "ready to drill" demonstration what to poke 1/32 in holes.

The fact they used a real drill to make it is even better. Maybe very thin materials in hard to reach places? But even then you can pick up a real one for $10

For those who are lazy, it's $32.95 on Amazon and has 4.5/5 stars with 34 reviews.

The DCF682 is the wrong tool for the job. You use the DCF680 and put the clutch on 1.

Fuck it. Get this one General Tools 500 Cordless Power Precision Screwdriver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002XZLTQO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_0EkzybSZS3N4Q

I think we’re talking about different tools. This is my screw gun. At $97, I don’t think it’s that high end a tool.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0043XX872?colid=&coliid=I39YDGY165O97S&ref_=hit_wr_dt_vr_md_pt_mobile

I’m not trying to say you’re saying anything bad about anybody. My whole point was owning your own tools is still a level of “wealthy” that not everyone has, well before the “pay someone else to do it for you” wealthy.

It depends...Due to a medical issue my hands shake a fair bit so I used one of these: https://amazon.com/General-Tools-500-Precision-Screwdriver/dp/B002XZLTQO and drove the screws all the way but stopped just short of tightening then did the final tightening by hand with a hex key or the hand driver in the kit linked below. It beat dropping the allen key on the floor every 4 minutes! Now this power driver uses 4mm shank "micro bits" and the German tool makers Wiha and Wera, which are seriously pro grade and expensive as all hell, market these bits but this kit I linked to will supply you with all the bits you need and then some.

https://amazon.com/Syntus-Precision-Screwdriver-Electronics-Cellphone/dp/B071PB4RPV

Oh, and use lithium AAA batteries in your driver as it'll kill regular batteries in just a few hours.

Full disclosure I have zero, nill, null, nadda financial interest in the above linked items.