Makita 6935FDWDE 14.4-Volt NiMH Cordless Impact Driver

by Makita

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Designed for professional woodworkers, electricians, plumbers, and installers, this 14.4-volt cordless impact driver from Makita runs up to two times longer than competitive brands. With an overall length of only 6-5/8- inches and weighing just 3.7 pounds, this tool handles better than any driver in its class, too. Equipped with a built in L.E.D. light, this user-friendly driver is ideal for working in dark quarters. A high performance Makita motor features a maximum tightening torque of 1,240 inch-pounds for tackling heavier driving applications. And, cranking out 0 - 3,200 impacts per minute, this tool gets the job done fast, too. Externally accessible brushes mean easy maintenance, while a magnesium gear housing offers increased durability. An ergonomically designed rubber grip enhances comfort and control, which is key when you're faced with a whole day of fastening. Bolstering the user-friendliness even more, Makita equipped this impact driver with an electric brake for fast stopping, and a precision variable speed range for controlled starts. Your purchase includes two batteries, charger and tool case.

FEATURES

• 1,240 inch-pounds of torque for industrial applications
• Efficient impacts per minute (0 - 3,200 IPM) for high-speed production
• Impact resistant magnesium alloy gear case for increased durability
• True variable speed for smooth increase in speed and complete control to match all applications
• Powerful (2.6Ah) Ni-MH batteries have greater capacity and longer run time than any Ni-Cd battery for finishing extended jobs with less downtime
• Two-piece D-28R motor with dual ball bearings and externally accessible brushes for longer tool life
• Most compact design in its class with a length of only 6-3/8 inches for working in tight quarters
• Ergonomically designed rubberized pistol grip for complete comfort and control
• Built-in high output LED light illuminates work surface for increased visibility
• Phosphorescent rubber bumper to locate tool in low light work areas for operator convenience
• Externally accessible brushes for greater serviceability and dual ball bearings for longer tool life

What's in the Box

• 2 ea. 2.6Ah (Ni-MH) Batteries 1434 (193158-3)
• Universal Charger
• 2 ea. Battery Cover (414938-7)
• Tool Case (824660-2)

SPECIFICATIONS

• Capacity: Bit Shank 1/4" Hex
• No Load Speed 0 - 2,600 RPM
• Impacts per Minute 0 - 3,200 IPM
• Maximum Torque 103.3 ft.lbs./1,240 in./lbs.
• Batteries 14.4VDC (2.6Ah)
• Length 6-3/8"
• Net Weight 3.7 lbs.
• Shipping Weight 10.8 lbs.

Product Description

Designed for professional woodworkers, electricians, plumbers, and installers, this 14.4-volt cordless impact driver from Makita runs up to two times longer than competitive brands. With an overall length of only 6-5/8- inches and weighing just 3.7 pounds, this tool handles better than any driver in its class, too. Equipped with a built in L.E.D. light, this user-friendly driver is ideal for working in dark quarters. A high performance Makita motor features a maximum tightening torque of 1,240 inch-pounds for tackling heavier driving applications. And, cranking out 0 - 3,200 impacts per minute, this tool gets the job done fast, too. Externally accessible brushes mean easy maintenance, while a magnesium gear housing offers increased durability. An ergonomically designed rubber grip enhances comfort and control, which is key when you're faced with a whole day of fastening. Bolstering the user-friendliness even more, Makita equipped this impact driver with an electric brake for fast stopping, and a precision variable speed range for controlled starts. Your purchase includes two batteries, charger and tool case.

Product Details

Product Manual [178kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 18 x 4.5 x 14.5 inches ; 11 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 10.8 pounds
• 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: B0002HC356
• Item model number: 6935FDWDE
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #183,464 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars True variable speed, May 3, 2005

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James Oitzinger - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita 6935FDWDE 14.4-Volt NiMH Cordless Impact Driver (Tools & Home Improvement)

Makita has two 14.4 impact drivers on the market. The older one is the 6932 and the newer the 6935. While both are priced about the same, the older is widely promoted packaged with a drill/driver unit. I chose to forgo the allure of a free drill/driver unit and bought the newer 6935 model. While both units are described as "variable speed", the newer was advetised by Makita to have "true variable speed". I took the addition of "true" to mean that torque would remain constant even when rotational speed was reduced. The quick and easy way to acheive variable speed is to reduce speed by modulating power. The draw back is that reducing power also reduces torque, to maintain full torque high speed is necessary.

The 6935 has meet my expectations. With the 6935, when driving a long screw, you can start fast and as the surface of the wood is approached, slow the speed and have the constant torque to continue driving the screw to the desired level. Of course, the deeper the screw goes, the more torque is demanded. and for shorter screws, the declining torque provided by an "untrue" variable speed driver will still get the job done. With longer screws, more demanding operations the need for full torque comes into play.

I think I made the right choice and passed on the free drill/driver that comes with the older model. The with the 6935 there is virtually no need for a drill/driver unit. The 6935 is far superior as a driver whether driving screws, nuts, or spade bit. And as a drill it has greater rotational speed than the drill unit. For me its better to carry one tool rather than two.

To complete the comparison, the 6935 has more the 10% greater speed and torque than the 6932, or for that matter other 1/4" impact drivers on the market.

As much as I like the 6935, and think it was the best choice at the time of purchase a few months ago. If I where to be in the market today and knowing what I know now, I would be hard pressed not to go for the new Panasonic 12 volt which permits the choice of three different torque levels. While the 6935 permits good fingertip control, it requires close attention and a mistake can be a broken screw or an over driven screw. It would be helpful to choose a maximum torque.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Replacement for the One I used to have, November 1, 2004

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Paul A. Bowman "bowmanpaul" (Hyde Park, Utah United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita 6935FDWDE 14.4-Volt NiMH Cordless Impact Driver (Tools & Home Improvement)

I used to have the 1st gen 12v impact and I used it 4 to 5 days a week in and week out for a couple of years. When someone walked off with it I went and bought the 14.4v and I am even more impressed. I use it to drive 3-3 1/2" screws for most of each work day and just love it. The light is fun but not really necessary as with the glow ring but hey the drill is awesome so who cares. Some people don't seem to like the new case but it has been bouncing around in the back of my truck along with all my other tools for two months now with no damage, also I like all the extra room for different and extra drivers. At any rate I love this little drill beats the snot out of my 18v drill/driver.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars small package big power, January 19, 2005

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evil jack - See all my reviews

This review is from: Makita 6935FDWDE 14.4-Volt NiMH Cordless Impact Driver (Tools & Home Improvement)

this thing is great! this is the first cordless impact driver iv'e purchased and i cant tell you how impressed i am. ive been a pro. contractor for ten years and i'am used to being dissapointed my tools living up to my expectations, not the case here speed, power, great speed control, and all in a small lightweight package. i know there are complaints about the case maybe there valid but i wouldn't care if they shipped this thing in a porcelin vase its still a great tool and well worth the money, i couldn't imagine anybody not loving this tool.