Screwdrivers and drills are probably two of the most revolutionary inventions in the DIY world and woodworking as well. It is no wonder why there are a lot of different types you’ll find out there. Here are the ones that you should probably keep in your work shed.
Best Types of Screwdrivers for Woodworking
Slotted or Flat Head Screwdriver
This is the most common and oldest type of screwdriver. It was invented back in the 15th century. It has a single slotted flat shaped tip.
Cross Slot (Philips) Screwdriver
A Philips or cross slot screwdriver is another common screwdriver in use today. They are also pretty useful because everyone is moving into power driven tools.
That means you will see a lot of power driven screwdrivers on sale and used by other DIY folks and woodworking peeps. Simply put, you will be using power driven as well as wireless power screwdrivers a lot.
Pozidriv Screwdriver
This screwdriver is pretty common and also widely used in Europe. It’s like a Philips screwdriver, but this one also has a second cross shaped tip. Note that the second cross shape is offset at 45 degree angles.
Why make a screwdriver with that extra design? It is actually pretty useful at overcoming the cam out effect that you get with other screw driver types. This one is very useful for high torque and good tightening.
Torx Screwdriver
This screwdriver is more commonly used by automotive technicians but you might find it in your toolbox for some reason. It has a hex tip and is usually called star tips.
Square Screwdriver
This one has a square tip with a slight taper shape. Again, this screwdriver is primarily used by mechanics (first used in Ford factories). But they are slowly finding their way in woodworking sheds.
Hex Screwdrivers
This one has a hex tip in a long straight lobe. They are used for hex bolts. This type of screwdriver and bolt setup no cam out effects and no slipping.
Cordless Drills for Woodworking
Regular Cordless Drills
These are the most common types of wireless drills you can find in stores today. They are appropriate for pretty much any task you will use them for in your workshop. They are best used for small projects and also for maintenance tasks.
Impact Drivers
Use this type of cordless drill if you’re working with hardwood and you need to drive bolts and nuts. Big Tip: get an impact driver that has variable torque, transmission, and clutch settings. They’re the one best suited for drilling and boring holes on wood.
Compact Drills
These are best suited for light to medium drilling. Compact drills are small and light enough so you can carry them around with you when you move around.
Hammer Drills
Finally, if you are working with large pieces of wood and ones that are really tough hard wood (almost like concrete), then use a hammer drill. They provide a lot of power and torque. The big downside is that they are really huge and heavy. Some people call them the “big boy” of all the cordless power drills.
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