Hitachi DS14DL 14.4-Volt Lithium Ion Cordless Drill

by Hitachi

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The DS14DL 14.4V Lithium-Ion Cordless Driver Drill is ideal for drilling and driving into wood, plastic, mild steel and aluminum. Powered by HXP 3.0Ah batteries from Hitachi, the new lithium ion technology generates 3x the life of standard batteries. They are significantly lighter to reduce the overall weight of the tools they power. And Hitachi's HXP lithium ion batteries are uniquely backwards compatible, meaning they will also work in 14.4V DMR and DVF3 cordless tools for even more flexibility and value across the cordless line. This drill offers 460 in/lbs of torque to power through tough materials. A unique two-step speed switch is located on the side of the handle and gives the user the ability to select from 4 different speed settings (0-200/400/850/1750 RPM) for ultimate control. Other features include an externally accessible carbon brush for quick and easy maintenance, replaceable armature, 2-piece rare-earth magnet motor and a 5-position belt hook with integrated LED job light for convenience. Compact at only 9.21 in length and lightweight at 4.4 lbs, the DS14DL feels like a 9.6V tool, while offering the power and performance of a 14.4V.

Product Description

The Hitachi DS14DL 14.4-Volt Cordless Driver Drill Kit is powered by Hitachi's HXP Lithium-Ion batteries for three times the battery life with half the weight of comparable batteries, such as NiCd or NiMH.  The DS14Dl is compact and lightweight so it's easy to work in tight spaces comfortably.  With the addition of four speeds, the DS14DL gives you ultimate versatility for a wide range of applications. Features: Two 3.0 Ah HXP Lithium- Ion batteries for three times the life at half the weight of NiCd or NiMH batteries HXP batteries are backwards compatible with all Hitachi 14.4V DMR and DVF3 tools 460 inch-pounds of torque to drill and drive through the toughest materials with ease Unique 2-step speed switch lets the user select from 4 speed settings (0-200/400/850/1,750 RPM) for ultimate control Externally replaceable carbon brush for quick and easy maintenance 2-piece rare earth magnet motor for durability and power Convenient 5-position belt hook features an integrated LED work light Compact and lightweight at only 9.21 inches in length and 4.4 pounds 2 bit holders on tool for accessibility What's In The Box: Hitachi DS14DL Cordless Driver Drill Two 18-Volt 3.0 Ah HXP Lithium-Ion Batteries Quick Charger Side Handle Driver Bit Carrying Case

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 13.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000OCTAY6
• Item model number: DS14DL
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #42,998 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Drill! Thanks Hitachi, August 8, 2008

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wouldworker (KY USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Hitachi DS14DL 14.4-Volt Lithium Ion Cordless Drill (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is the first cordless drill that I have purchased and didn't have to throw away my old one. Thanks to battery interchangability I can keep my old drill, cordless circular saw and work light. This drill is unbelievably powerful for 14.4 Volts, has a locking one-hand chuck and the batteries seem to last forever, even on my old drill which doesn't have the power saving feature this one has. No negatives yet - none expected. Even without previous Hitachi tools needing fresh batteries, I would highly recommend this drill or the similar DV14DL Hammer Drill.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great product, September 16, 2010

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BG5550 (Colorado, USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Hitachi DS14DL 14.4-Volt Lithium Ion Cordless Drill (Tools & Home Improvement)

I bought this drill because I was very tired of having Nicad batteries slowly fade away. The lithium batteries really do last longer, and seem to retain the torque longer into each long discharge cycle. They recharge in just a few hours, and with two batteries you don't have to wait. This is a great drill. The torque is high, especially for the weight. The work light can be very useful.

Minor disadvantages - Don't count on the manual to explain things well. It's fairly easy to accidentally turn on the work light, and since this is powered by small batteries inside the work light they can run down pretty fast. The drill's surface material gets dirty easily and is hard to clean. The latch on the case falls off easily when open.

Although Hitachi's web site claims a 10 year warranty on lithium tools, the warranty is listed here as 5 years, and that's what is stated on the warranty card.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Hitachi DS14DL, July 8, 2009

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Carl A. Ferrie - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Hitachi DS14DL 14.4-Volt Lithium Ion Cordless Drill (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have not had an opportunity to use the drill on any large projects that would test the 3AH batteries full capacity, but the drill has been fantastic for the smaller projects that I have taken on. Great balance, raw torque to who laid the chunk, torque control that is surgical grade, high AH Lith Ion batteries and the four range speed control make the DS14DL the perfect choice for private or professional use. And the work light, I thought it would be more of a gimmick, boy was I wrong! The work light is the third hand we all have been looking for. I did a lot of leg-work in selecting this drill and I am 100% satisfied with the DS14DL.