Black & Decker BD12PSK 12-Volt Smart Select Drill

by Black & Decker

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With the Black & Decker BD12PSK 12-Volt Smart Select Drill, it's easier than ever to finish home improvement projects. Smart select icons help you pick the perfect drill setting for each task, so you don't end up drilling too fast, too slow, or with the wrong amount of torque. Simply pick the icon that matches the job you're doing, and start driving screws or drilling holes. With plenty of power and a well balanced body, this tool is a solid pick for everyone from weekend do-it-yourselfers to experienced woodworkers.

The Black & Decker 12-Volt Smart Select Drill offers: 11 easy-to-read project icons Settings for screw driving and drilling Settings for working with wood, metal, and plastic A rechargeable 12V battery

This well-balanced tool is comfortable to hold. View larger.

The 12V Smart Select Drill is a great choice for home-improvement projects. View larger.

Smart select icons are easy to decipher. View larger.

Fast, Easy Adjustments with Smart Select
Unlike most drills, Black & Decker Smart Select Drills make it easy to set your drill up correctly for specific jobs. Instead of having to guess which clutch, speed, and torque settings are right for a task, you simply pick the icon that most accurately represents that job you're taking on. Correctly setting your drill reduces the possibility of stripping a screw head, snapping a screw off, or driving too far into your work surface.

The 11 easy-to-read project icons let you account for driving small and large screws, drilling narrow and wide holes, and working with wood, metal, or plastic. Even experienced craftsmen are likely to enjoy the way this eliminates the trial and error process, which can result in damaing your work surface or project materials. This improved functionality is sure to be a bonus, whether you're building a doghouse, hanging bookshelves, or assembling custom furniture.

Cordless Design that's Comfortable to Grip
A rechargeable 12-volt battery means that this drill has plenty of power to meet the needs of most homeowners. 12-volt drills are popular because they offer an excellent compromise between low-voltage drills (for example, 4V), which serve as power screwdrivers, and high voltage drills (for example, 24V), which can be heavy, cumbersome, and unnecessary for ordinary tasks. And since this drill is cordless, you won't have to worry about straying from your power source, tripping, or threading a cord into an awkward space for a quick repair.

Any tool that fits comfortably in your hand improves your ability to get jobs done quickly and precisely, and a well balanced drill is no exception. This Smart Select Drill offers a T-style handle placed near the middle of the drill for improved comfort. The T-style grip distributes the tool's weight so that it doesn't tip forward and work against you on the job. And a T-style grip reduces wrist strain, so you can work comfortably for longer.

Another great feature is the keyless chuck, which means you'll never have to worry about a misplaced chuck key bringing work to a standstill. It's easy to change bits quickly, and you're less likely to have to stop and take protective gloves off than you would be with a keyed system. You'll find the ease of this setup extra convenient if you need to switch between driving and drilling often or if you wear gloves on the job.

This Smart Select Drill is backed by a full two-year warranty.

What's in the Box
12V Drill/Driver, 12V battery, DC charger, and one double ended screwdriver bit tip.

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SmartSelect technology lets you select the application and the drill adjusts to optimal power and speed. Two Speed Gear Box with variable speed trigger for high torque screwdriving and high speed drilling applications. High torque motors delivers 150 in-l bs. Keyless chuck for quick and easy bit changes. Specifications: Voltage - 12V V; Torque - 150 in-lbs; Chuck Size - 3/8"; Revolutions/Min in High Torque Applications - 0-400 rpm; Revolutions/Min in High Speed Applications - 0-1200 rpm. Includes: Case, Ba ttery Charger and Battery.

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 3.4 x 9.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001FA2354
• Item model number: BD12PSK
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (62 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,611 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #8 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Drills > Pistol-Grip Drills

Customer Reviews

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48 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great tool, August 4, 2009

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Daniel Gardiner (Milwaukee, WI) - See all my reviews
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I've had this drill for about a year, and have been very happy with it. The torque settings are pretty much standard, bit with images instead of numbers. It is powerful enough for everything I've thrown at it, seems well made and sturdy, and battery life is not bad at all. It has low speed low torque through low speed high/fixed torque and high speed for drilling. It fits comfortably in the hand. The drill bit holder on the side is pretty hard to get the bit out of, and I don't really use it as a result. Great tool, would buy again.

40 of 41 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Not a "pro" tool, but great around the hosue, September 20, 2009

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Alex Malinovich (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews
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This is a great "lite" power tool to have around the house. For handling screws, drilling drywall, etc, it's excellent. The battery life is really good and the multitude of torque settings are useful. However, if you're wanting to do some serious home improvement projects, you should look elsewhere. I've found it to be a bit anemic when dealing with anything other than soft wood or drywall. If you need to drill metal, concrete, or tile this definitely will not get the job done adequately. I'm happy with it for what it is, which is a great tool for small jobs at a great price.

55 of 59 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Engineer's Review, April 6, 2010

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Cory Burns (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews
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After using this for about seven years, my old version of this drill died only becuase I drilled through my wrought iron fence which meant constant use for several minutes at a time while I put about 50 lbs of weight on it in 100 degree F heat in the sun!! What I'm saying is this drill was not made for the conditions I put it in. I sill worked for a year, though it would smell burnt becuase I had cooked the insulation.

Don't let the other reviewers who claim the battery will die in a few years fool you. As with any NiCad battery, the key to long life is simple: fully charge, then disconnect from charger. Use the drill till the battery is dead or almost dead before recharge (don't use it shortly, then put it back on charger). If you do so, it will last almost indefinitely. My battery was good as new after 7 years.

I'm going to buy a new one now and will now use my corded drill for super heavy duty work. Use it for what it's made for - light to medium duty.

-Professional Mechanical Engineer