Panasonic EY6506NQKW 12-Volt NiMH Cordless Impact Driver

by Panasonic

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The Panasonic 12-Volt NiMH Cordless Impact Driver is a versatile, professional-grade tool ideal for such applications as air conditioning installation, automotive repair and maintenance, scaffolding assembly, and wood screw/lag screw fastening. The extra-small, powerful tool features a high-tech motor that makes driving screws, lags, and fasteners a breeze. This cordless impact driver is only 6-1/8 inches long and weighs only 3.2 pounds, but provides an impressive 867 inch/pounds of torque without the stress on the wrist like a typical drill/driver does. and its ergonomically designed grip makes the tool even more comfortable to use. It comes with a high-capacity 3.0Ah Ni-MH battery and 45-minute charging system. The driver is covered by a 1-year warranty.

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This impact wrench is only 6 1/8in. long and weighs only 3.2 pounds, but has a huge 867 inch pounds of torque. Ideal for driving large fasteners and self-tapping screws. This tool provides high torque without the stress on the wrist like a typical drill/driver does.

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• Item Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 10.2 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: B0000DYV3O
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: EY6506NQKW
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #122,033 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful little monster, March 5, 2004

By	A. W. Rouse "awrazon" (Racine, WI) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Panasonic EY6506NQKW 12-Volt NiMH Cordless Impact Driver (Tools & Hardware)

Big fan of panasonic cordless tools.. this is my 3rd. I was having a problem countersinking big screws into hardwood or cement board so based on some advice picked up this tool.. It took over where my very powerful 15.6 left off.. taking 3" screws that were stripped and wouldn't go in and countersinking them no problemo... the impact nature makes it less likely to break screws like the 15.6 does occasionally... I actually put a 3" screw about 1" countersunk into a FIR stud just testing out the capabilities. Quite literally it will keep driving most screws 'til you let go of the trigger, so better use a dimple bit on softer material.

caveat: i had a few minutes of buyers remorse when i first used it as it is QUITE loud.. make no mistake when this is working your house is 'under construction'.. however you do get quite used to it, it's definiately worse as a bystander.

I would rate it 4 1/2 stars for the one major problem: non standard chuck... argh on panasonic.. why why why? the solution to fix it is to put a slug of 1/4 hex cut off an old bit shank into the chuck or perhaps a couple #4 hex nuts (if that's what is 1/4"). .makes for easier removal if necessary... anyhow they did it so the double-headed bit that comes with fits nicer but makes NORMAL quick bits jam... and i have yet to find any bits whatsover including from panasonic that match the groove for the double headed quick bit that comes with.

The charger that comes with is awesome because it works up to 18V batts... i can bring one charger and all my tools someplace and can charge my drill, my impact or my saw no need for 3 chargers.

Until the torque load gets high enough it operates just like a drill, so small bits and small screws work great just like your drill and pretty much silent.

I'm thrilled with the driver it's possibly my favorite tool.. too bad it needs a hack to fix it, but with the fix it's flawless.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars great first generation, January 22, 2005

By	ibuyer - See all my reviews

This review is from: Panasonic EY6506NQKW 12-Volt NiMH Cordless Impact Driver (Tools & Hardware)

I've used this impact screwdriver for a year and a half daily. So it's tough enough. It drives big screws like butter. Amazing! It drives Phillips as nicely as Robertson without stripping, also amazing. It is very short, so it easily fits between joists. The NiMh batteries are better than NiCd: they carry more power for their weight, are less finicky about charging technique, stay charged longer when unused, and charge rapidly.

cons: Bits always get stuck in the hex chuck, requiring Visegrips to get them out. But I generally use a guide sleeve. Phillips bits sometimes shatter. Robertson bits sometimes jump out of the screwhead since virtually no force is needed to drive the screw. It is single-speed, so you have to be careful as the head sinks into the wood or sheetrock. Also, it's very very loud, requiring hearing protection.

My other impact screwdriver is a Makita. That version has external ports for the motor brushes, and a built-in worklight. But it's hex chuck jams just the same.

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Screw Driver, January 5, 2005

By	Serge Kavetsky "Mr. Fix-it" (New Jersey) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Panasonic EY6506NQKW 12-Volt NiMH Cordless Impact Driver (Tools & Hardware)

I guess everyone has already echoed my thoughts about this great product. Yes, it does drive large screws into hard wood, without stripping the heads or breaking the screws. It requires a lot less effort, so you don't get as tired at the end of the day. And yes it will be your most favorite tool of all.

There are however some shortcomings that should be mentioned. First, it works best with a full battery. By the time the battery is half discharged, it will no longer drive large screws. The work around to this problem is to invest in a couple of Panasonic 12V 3.5Ah NiMH Batteries. These babies provide plenty of long lasting power. The other is the bit holder. The bits get stuck inside and are difficult to remove. The work around is to get a MagZilla Mag Bit Holder from www.mcfeelys.com for $10 and leave it in permanently. This bit holder will accept any kind of 1/4 bit you insert into it (short or long etc.) and hold it securely, yet releases it easily. With a setup like this, you have a tool that is truly rated at five stars.