Panasonic EY6409GQKW 12-Volt NiMH 1/2-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit

by Panasonic

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The Panasonic EY6409GQKW 12-Volt, 1/2-Inch, 3.5-Ah Ni-MH Cordless Drill and Driver Kit features a powerful, cordless drill/driver with an ergonomic design that lets you work comfortably and effectively, whether you're a professional contractor or a serious do-it-yourselfer. This high-quality tool kit is an ideal choice for general construction, plumbing, electrical installation work, and finish carpentry.

The EY6409GQKW is ideal for general construction, plumbing, electrical installation work, and finish carpentry. View larger.

Panasonic's EY6409GQKW 12-Volt NiMH Cordless Drill/Driver at a Glance: Max torque: 293 inch-pounds Speed at no load: Low 50 to 400 RPM High 180 to 1,300 RPM Clutch torque (approximately): 9 stage 19 Charging Time: 55 minutes Weight with battery: 4.4 lbs.

Powerful, Two-Speed Design for Versatility
This powerful 12-volt drill/driver delivers a maximum of 293 in./lbs. of full-time torque, so you can get tough jobs done and still remain in control. And with a two-speed gearbox, you can be sure to get the right speed for the job.

The low-speed setting of 50 to 400 RPM is ideal for tough jobs requiring high torque, such as drilling with large bits and driving screws in a controlled manner. Likewise, the high-speed setting of 180 to 1,300 RPM is great for general drilling and fastening in metal.

18-Stage Clutch Plus Drill Position for Precision and ControlThe EY6409GQKW is also equipped with an 18-stage clutch plus drill position, which helps ensure accuracy and control and extends the life of the tool by making sure the correct amount of torque is available for a variety of applications. This helps prevent driving screws too far, snapping them off, or damaging materials as you work.

Ergonomic Construction for Ease of Use
Well-balanced, this drill/driver is easy to work with, and it allows you to work long hours more comfortably. The EY6409GQKW measures a compact 8-3/16 inches in length and weighs less than five pounds. Ideal for both right- and left-handed users, this tool's ergonomic design includes a comfortable, contoured rubber grip to reduce fatigue during extended use. And convenient placement of the variable-speed control trigger and forward/reverse switch permits simple, one-handed operation.

A 1/2-inch heavy-duty keyless chuck means that you'll never have to worry about losing your chuck key. It also means that bit changes will be fast and easy, which is important if you switch tasks often or wear protective gloves on the job.

Reliable, Quick-Charge Battery Power
Effective battery power means no more tangled extension cords that can limit your movement or cause a safety hazard. That's why this Panasonic drill driver is powered by a high-capacity 3.5-Ah Ni-MH battery pack that can be fully charged in just 55 minutes. This industry-exclusive battery has 75-percent more capacity than the 2.0-Ah Ni-Cd batteries that come with many standard drills.

This means less time waiting and more time working. And even when there isn't time for a full charge, the inverter charger features an Emergency Charge function that charges the pack to 15% of its full capacity in just five minutes.

For further convenience, this kit comes with a convenient second battery pack, so you don't have to worry about buying one separately.

What's in the Box
Panasonic EY6409GQKW 12-Volt Drill Driver, two 3.5-Ah Ni-MH battery packs, universal charger, and molded plastic case.

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Impressively compact, lightweight, and comfortable to use, Panasonic's 12-volt drill/driver fits into tight spaces where other bulkier drills won't. The 3.5 amp NiMH batteries deliver impressive run time per charge, which is a big plus, especially if you need a tool for continuous use. What about power? This Panasonic packs up to 293 inch-pounds of torque, while the motor's speed control allows full torque delivery at any speed, with dual speed ranges of 0 to 400 and 1 to 1,300 rpm. The 1/2-inch chuck takes bigger bits. The first thing you notice about this tool, however, is how compact it is (the chassis measures only 8-3/16 inches) and how comfortable it feels in your hand. The soft-pad grip provides extra cushion and the balance is superb, two important features if you wield a cordless day in and day out. The tool lacks an onboard bit holder, but that's about all it lacks. This drill is a smart buy for plumbers, electricians, carpenters, and even woodworkers -- in short, anyone who wants a small, compact drill that packs a lot of torque and is built to last. The package includes two of Panasonic's long-lasting 3.5 amp NiMH batteries, a universal charger, and a hard-plastic carrying case. --Jon Groebner

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Product Manual [319kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 2.2 x 9 inches ; 4.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 11 pounds
• 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: B00006IIO5
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: EY6409GQKW
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #107,753 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Drill you will ever buy!, December 23, 2003

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C. Womack Jr. "chuckatlga" (Atlanta, GA, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Panasonic EY6409GQKW 12-Volt NiMH 1/2-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

After going through a couple of medium priced off the shelf drills that either locked up or were too heavy to use comfortably in a days work this one proved to go the distance! Lightweight, very quiet, easy to use, and super powerful! One year old and going strong! BEST DRILL EVER!

22 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Drill, December 3, 2002

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This review is from: Panasonic EY6409GQKW 12-Volt NiMH 1/2-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

I bought this unit a few weeks ago and am very satisfied with it. But this is my first cordless drill, and I've used it only for relatively light-duty projects around the house, so take my comments with those caveats in mind.

I've found the weight, torque, and comfort in the hand are all excellent for me. Some people I've shown it to have commented on the whine it makes, but but I don't think it's any noisier than other drills, just different sounding.

I took off one star because the trigger doesn't give a continuous range of speeds. It starts well at slow speeds, but tends to "kick over" to a very high speed with no transition as the trigger is pulled back. This happens in both the Low and High switch settings. That can be disconcerting.

Things missing that some (other) users might care about: No built-in level; no place to store screws/bits, etc. on the base. Good feature some other units don't have: stands up nicely on its handle. Good universal charger, and I like the NiMH batteries for ecological reasons if nothing else. There is a unit with 3.5 AH batteries, but I got this one with the smaller batteries because I figured the lighter weight was more important than the presumably longer work time between charges for my uses. The chuck is very easy to use, and looks like it runs true to me. Instruction manual tells nothing, but what didn't you know about what it does?

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best cordless ever, July 19, 2004

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Cooncatbob "cooncatbob" (Carmichael, CA. USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Panasonic EY6409GQKW 12-Volt NiMH 1/2-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've been using cordless drills since they first came out 25yrs ago. I've had 7.6 volt skill, 9 volt B&D, 12 volt skill, 12 volt bosch, 14.4 Riobi, 14.4 DeWalt and 18 volt Bosch and the 12 volt Panasonic is the best. It's light and the batteries hold a charge longer then any other. I use my drills all day everyday and I have to change from driving screw to drilling holes and this drill works and it doesn't wear out you arm. What more could you want. Yeah it cost more but you get what you pay for.