Bosch 38636-01 36-Volt Litheon Drill/Driver with 2 Compact Batteries

by Bosch

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The 36-Volt Litheon brute tough hammer drill driver features a uni-body power-train that keeps gears in alignment for the most durable drive train on the market. A steel reinforced collar provides enhanced durability when dropped on the chuck. The Dura shield housing is constructed to withstand real world conditions. Hammer on/off ring easily turns hammer on and off without changing the clutch setting. Easily accessible brushes for quick maintenance with minimal down time. The ratcheting single sleeve 1/2-Inch chuck with carbide tipped jaws have strong bit retention. Item includes : Carrying Case One Lithium-Ion Fast Charger Two Lithium-Ion 36V SlimPack Batteries One 360° Auxiliary Handle One Double-ended Bit

Product Description

Flexible Power System - Match battery to application; Litheon™ 36V batteries - The most advanced Li-ion battery available today; Brute Tough™ Construction with Unibody Powertrain, Metal-Reinforced Collar and Durashield™ Housing; High Torque Mode Produces over 600 in.-lbs.; Externally Accessible Brushes - For brush replacement in as little as 2 minutes; Ratcheting, Carbide Tooth Single Sleeve 1/2" Chuck - For one-handed bit changes; Bosch Designed Powertrain with Metal Gears; Litheon™ Fast Charger - Charges 36V batteries to 80% of capacity in 30 minutes; 15-Position Clutch

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 20.8 x 5.1 x 13.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 16.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000JTDSQK
• Item model number: 38636-01
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #95,206 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I was expecting a bit more, May 17, 2008

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The Dude (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bosch 38636-01 36-Volt Litheon Drill/Driver with 2 Compact Batteries (Tools & Home Improvement)

I purchased this drill about 1 year ago when they first came out. I was thinking with the litheon technology this tool would be a little lighter, but much more powerfull with 36 volts. I am a general contractor and have been using and abusing cordless drills for some time now. I sold my 18V Dewalt XRP 4 piece set for this drill (I hate cordless circular saws and sawsalls due to their incredibly short battery run time). This drill is not that much more powerfull than the Dewalt, but it is much more refined. The Bosch has a VERY smooth feel while driving screws and the batteries last a long time. I have two slim batteries and one fat battery. Other than the slight upgrade in battery life and power, it's not much better than the Dewalt XRP collection. You would think with a 36V rating, you'd be getting a monster cordless drill, but I think 36V (even with litheon technology) is a waste of weight. 18V is the perfect power to weight ratio. The drill has not failed me, and I have in fact been hard on it, but wait until an 18V version of the Bosch comes out.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Power with the same weight as the 18V Bosch, March 17, 2008

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W. Stohler (Honolulu, HI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch 38636-01 36-Volt Litheon Drill/Driver with 2 Compact Batteries (Tools & Home Improvement)

Just received this today and haven't had a chance to break it in yet. I weighed it, and to the tenth of a pound, with the compact batteries, it weighs the same as the 18V version. It is slightly larger, as is the case. On point of confusion: both the Bosch website and every other site selling this lists the unit with a 'hammer drill' clutch. It doesn't appear to have one (and the manual doesn't say anything about it either). I'm actually happier without, but if you need a hammer drill, don't buy this one!

10/21/08: After using this new drill for several jobs around the house with the compact battery, I'm dissapointed in that the RPM doesn't seem as fast as the 18V version. I'm not sure if adding the high-capacity battery would help.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not blown away..., November 15, 2008

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D. Detwiler (Hawaii, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch 38636-01 36-Volt Litheon Drill/Driver with 2 Compact Batteries (Tools & Home Improvement)

I just got it a week ago and used it a few times. I was expecting it to be faster because it is a 36v, but the fact is it only has 1400RPM compared to the 18v's 1800RPM. It also had a lower torque rating then the 18v. The chuck is plastic, the 18v's is metal. And with the rebate Bosch is offering right now on the 18v tools you can get a free battery. I'm returning the the 36v and getting the 18v instead.