Panasonic EY6407NQKWK 12-Volt 1/2" Cordless Hyperformance Drill Kit with 3 Amp/Hr Ni-MH Batteries

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Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Panasonic has found a way to pack a lot of power into a compact frame. With 293 in./lbs. of torque in low gear, this two-speed Panasonic 12-volt, 1/2-inch cordless Hyperformance drill muscles through the toughest jobs. It can also hurry through easier applications, delivering 1,300 rpm in high speed. Electronic speed control and 18 preset torque settings allow you to choose just the right power for the job, minimizing the risk of stripped screws. Yet, with all its power, this drill is still remarkably lightweight and maneuverable enough for anybody to use, thanks to the engineers at Panasonic. This drill has a sleek, ergonomic design, with conveniences such as onboard bit storage, an electronic brake, and a comfortable single-button forward/reverse switch. Everything is clearly marked and easy to use. Plus, the 3 amp hr NiMH battery provides the highest capacity available, meaning less downtime and fewer trips to the recharger. --Carl Thress

From the Manufacturer

This tool is an ergonomic delight, 12-percent smaller and 7-percent lighter than previous models. Just over four pounds and only 8-3/16 inches long, but has a huge 293 inch/pounds of torque in low gear and 1,300 rpm in high. The 3 amp/hour NiMH batteries are the highest capacity batteries available, giving 50-percent more run time, and are environmentally friendly. This tool features a lightweight, 1/2-inch keyless chuck, 18-stage clutch, electronic brake, full torque speed control, and a rubberized grip. These features add up to provide a precision drilling and driving tool you can use all day. Kit includes two 3 Ah NiMH batteries, Hyperformance drill, high impact plastic carrying case, and 45-minute universal charger (9.6-15.6 NiMH or Ni-Cad). Bonus item: a free Bigg Lugg cordless drill holder (a $9.99 value).

Product Details

Product Manual [547kb PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 15 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00005RHQL
• Item model number: EY6407NQKWK
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #230,397 in Home Improvement (See Bestsellers in Home Improvement)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Drill...Batteries???, July 25, 2002

By	James M. Bryner "stihlman036" (Niagara, Wisconsin United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The drill is great. It has plenty of power and the electronic speed control is nice. Add all this to a well balanced drill and you have a handsome package. However, I have had this drill for three years and I had to replace both batteries already. They seem to build a memory and I don't know how to prevent it from doing so. I have not used the drill extremely hard or abused it at all, to the contrary I use it but clean and maintain it better than most. I am not sure about the Ni-MH batteries,...

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Drill, June 13, 2002

By	J. Mathers "thunder196" (Florence, MA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

When I first started looking for a cordless drill,
I was looking for power, the more the better.
However, with that comes a ton of weight as well.
I had to change my mind set to what
I actually was going to use the drill for.
I'm a weekend warrior type person.
The drill I buy was going to be used for ordinary
do-it yourself work around the house.
I could not justify buying a drill with
so much torque that it could snap a head
of a lag bolt off.
I then started to look for a drill
that had decent torque with a compact
and lightweight design and with a good
battery life for driving screws.
Well, the Panasonic EY6407NQKW 12v.
fits the bill perfectly.
This unit is one of the smallest
and best balanced drills out there.
It has surprisingly good power.
It can drive a 1/4"x31/2" lag bolt in
without a pilot hole in a 4x4 P.T.
However, the real beauty of this unit
is in driving screws.
It drove 332- 2"deck screws using
a #2square bit into a 4x4 P.T. lumber
on a single charge.(No pilot holes either.)
AWSEOME! Other features I liked were
the clutch settings and the electronic
speed control.
The clutch settings are accurate,
and the electronic speed control
works great for driving stubborn screws in.
It also holds drill bits and drivers tight.
So if you are looking for a lightweight,
compact drill with decent torque,
THIS IS THE DRILL FOR YOU.
This deal also included the Big Lugg
which works great.
I would have given this drill 5 stars,
but I want to see how long the batteries last.
This is a nice unit.

5.0 out of 5 stars cordless drill, September 12, 2003

By	craig huber (Woodridge, IL United States) - See all my reviews

I have used this drill for a year now, nice and light, powerful, and easy to use. Best tool I have owned.