Panasonic EY6450GQKW 18-volt NiMH 1/2-inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit

by Panasonic

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Panasonic 18-Volt NiMH 1/2-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit is a professional-grade, high-performance tool featuring high-torque drilling capability with a lightweight, ergonomic design. Its motor and gear system delivers high durability and high performance. The all-metal gear system offers high durability during high torque, 18-volt applications. The motor is highly ventilated by its built-in cooling fan to stay cool even under the toughest conditions. The drill includes 2 rechargeable 18-volt 3.5Ah Ni-MH battery packs, rechargeable in 55 minutes, which offer longer runtime for extended work periods. This combination of high voltage and high battery capacity yields more work per charge to keep you on the job as long as you need to be.

The drill's ergonomic balance offers comfortable operation for extended periods of time with less fatigue. The Sure Grip support handle gives you comfort, balance, and best-fit positioning for high torque applications. The soft grip on the tool handle helps reduce fatigue for fingers while the low-profile battery pack allows you to easily attach and detach the battery pack from the tool. The forward/reverse switch is conveniently located on the body of the drill and easily within the reach of your trigger hand making changing bits substantially easier. A battery charger and a plastic carrying case are included. This lightweight tool weighs just 5-4/5 pounds and is 10-3/8 inches in length. It is covered by a 1-year limited warranty.

Product Description

Panasonic's newest and most powerful drill yet. Many contractors feel the best feature of this tool is run time, and Panasonic has long been the leader in battery technology. The 3.5 Amp Ni-MH batteries packaged with this tool will run approximately 80% longer per charge than most other 18 Volt tools. Max. Torque (in.-lbs.): 442, Volts: 18, Speed - No Load (RPM): 70-430/240-1,500, Chuck Size (in.): 1/2, Keyless Chuck: Yes, Clutch Settings: 15, Reversible: Yes, Variable Speed: Yes, Side Handle: Yes, Battery Amp/Hour: 3.5Ah, Battery Included: Yes, (2) 18V Ni-MH batteries, Charger Included: Yes, (1) 65-minute charger, Case Included: Yes

Product Details

Product Manual [812kb PDF]

• Item Weight: 6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 14.8 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: B0000DEZNB
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: EY6450GQKW
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #25,729 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

72 of 76 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars the seceret weapon, February 13, 2004

By	Arlo LeBlanc (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Panasonic EY6450GQKW 18-volt NiMH 1/2-inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit (Tools & Hardware)

As a union journey man plumber I am always looking for the best product to increase my productivity. THis is the best Drill I have ever owned. Lightweight, Long Lasting and the Quality of being manufactured in Japan, not China like alot of its competitors. The battery technology and warranty are what really sold me. Having batteries go bad from overcharging or heat, the SoCal summers, is a big problem down here. THey have a warranty on the batteries for like 2000 charges. That is like 3 years, incredible. Also a problem is theft of tools and with the Panasonic I am the only person on the job with the tools so there is no confusion or misplacing of my tools. The only drawback is that Panasonic doesnt offer a full line of battery compatible cordless saws and lights yet. AS for this deal specifically where else can you get a top of the line Drill with 50$ in rebates. I paid the same for an 18v what most are paying for a 14.4v and mine is full of high technology. I completely reccomend this drill the the serious professional.

36 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cordless drill on steroids!!!, October 30, 2004

By	toolsrule (the grand ol' USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Panasonic EY6450GQKW 18-volt NiMH 1/2-inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit (Tools & Hardware)

If you're looking for a great cordless drill, look no further! I've owned 18 volt DeWalt and Makita cordless drills before, and the Panasonic blows them both out of the water. The torque is awesome, and even more importantly, the runtime is by far the best I have ever seen! This Panasonic comes with 3.5 amp-hour batteries, with the competition just now offering 2.4-2.6 amp-hour batteries (with their base batteries less, often 2.0 or 2.2 amp-hour). On the job, I can go for a couple of days on one battery, whereas the other guys I work with have to change their battery several times per day. Also, the ergonimics are very nice, the balance is awesome. It is definitely more comfortable to use than the "other brands" that I have used. If you are truly looking for a star performer, look no further - power, runtime, ergonomics, case - this is the best cordless drill/driver that I have ever used!!!

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the 18-volt drill to buy, in my opinion..., March 28, 2005

By	Michigan Woodworker "Todd M." (Plymouth, MI) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Panasonic EY6450GQKW 18-volt NiMH 1/2-inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit (Tools & Hardware)

I have owned mostly DeWalt cordless tools for the past several years, including their 18v Hammer Drill/Driver. I bought this Panasonic on the recommendation of a good friend about six months ago --- I will never go back.

High Points:

- Excellent Run Time (the batteries are really amazing)
- Great Torque
- Comfortable grip
- Solid chuck that is easy to tighten sufficiently

Low Point:

- Panasonic needs to expand the line to include a solid jigsaw (can they please work with Bosch on this one...), a slick flashlight with an infinitely adjustable head angle, a circular saw, etc. so that I can relieve myself of all my yellow cordless tools...

I really believe that if you give this one a shot, you will not be sorry... except for when your friends' borrow it and will not give it back.

Enjoy!