MAC AFRIC 20V Brushless Cordless Driver/Hammer Drill

Technical Specifications

6 Drilling Tips and Tricks How-To

• Start with a punch – Pre-drilling will be much easier if you use an awl or trim nail to punch a small depression where you want to drill. This helps guarantee very accurate drilling.
• Don’t use too much force – A drill should cut effectively with only consistent, minor force. Skinny bits will break if you push on them too hard.
• Step up sizes – Rather than use a lot of force, try starting with smaller drill bits and working your way up to the hole size you need.
• Use high speeds for drilling wood – Drill bits will work most effectively for drilling wood if you use high speeds.
• Use slow speeds for drilling metal – Conversely, slow speeds should be used for drilling metal, because metal material is removed in small scoops. If a bit is moving too fast, it will just skim along the surface.
• What is a brushless drill? – A brushless drill uses an electronically controlled motor instead of traditional carbon brushes. This results in less friction, improved efficiency, longer runtime, reduced heat build-up, and extended motor life. To understand the full difference between brushed and brushless systems, read our detailed guide here: Brushed vs Brushless Systems – What’s the Real Difference in Power Tools?