Black & Decker CDC120ASB 12-Volt Compact Drill with 20 Accessories
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Black & Decker CDC120ASB 12-Volt Compact Drill with 20 Accessories |
- 17 percent smaller and supplies 10 percent more torque (up to 105-Inch-pounds) than older models
- Variable speed (from zero to 650 RPM) for optimum precision and control
- Six-position clutch; keyless chuck for effortless bit changes
- Dimensions: 13.4 by 9.5 by 3.5-Inch (WxHxD); weighs 7.3-pounds; 2-year warranty
- Includes one 12-volt drill, one 12-volt battery, one charger, one double-ended screwdriver bit tip, one storage bag, and an assortment of 20 helpful accessories
Product Specifications
Part Number: CDC120ASB
Power Source: Battery-Powered
Voltage: 12
Item Package Quantity: 1
Batteries Included?: Yes
Batteries Required?: Yes
Battery Cell Type: NiCAD
Item Dimensions
Length: 13.40 inches
Width: 9.50 inches
Height: 3.50 inches
Technical Details
17 percent smaller and supplies 10 percent more torque (up to 105-Inch-pounds) than older models
Variable speed (from zero to 650 RPM) for optimum precision and control
Six-position clutch; keyless chuck for effortless bit changes
Dimensions: 13.4 by 9.5 by 3.5-Inch (WxHxD); weighs 7.3-pounds; 2-year warranty
Includes one 12-volt drill, one 12-volt battery, one charger, one double-ended screwdriver bit tip, one storage bag, and an assortment of 20 helpful accessories
Reviews
By Greg Kazakov
I was looking for something cheap as my first drill. From checking many different stores and drills, this was the best choice for the money. I used this successfully for installing 3 over-the-range microwaves. I bought large Irwin drill bits to cut big holes through drywall and cabinetry, and this drill performed fine. This also
saves you a ton of time having to use a screwdriver to assemble something.
FYI: The 20 accessories that come with this drill are drill bits and screwdriver bits. They are of good quality and that alone saves you some $10-$15 bucks from having to buy it separately with another drill.
This is not a hammer drill so you will not be able to drill through concrete or other strong material. Some places of drywall was difficult for me to drill through, but with maximum drill power and forward-force I was able to make it through.
The battery lasts well for me, one thing that is good is to keep charging it in between working, or while you are taking 30mins for a lunch break. It held its charge for over 2 weeks when I had it in storage between uses.
One suggestion is to have some kind of indicator to let you know when it's fully charged. There are no lights whatsoever to tell you it's charging or it's got a charge. But if you do it like me and plug it in the night before working then you're fine.
Again, for $50 bucks shipped you can't beat this drill. If you're looking for the best then go for DeWalt, but if you need something around the house, or maybe helping out a neighbor install whatever, this is an excellent choice.
By Jamie Davis
This tool is, for the money, one of the best values around. Don't go to Home Depot and buy a Ryobi 12 volt. This tool has 10 more inch/pounds of torque, 100 more rpm's of speed, and it's actually made by Black and Decker. The Ryobi's are made by Techtronic, which is obviously NOT Ryobi of Japan. Not knocking Ryobi of Japan, of course. Those are DIFFERENT tools altogether. The closest real competitor would be a craftsman, which is more expensive, and barring Craftsman Professional, no more product for the money. Feels solid and backed by a great home use warranty of two years. MUST HAVE !!!
By Bugaloo
I picked this up for $40 on sale in a local store. It's adequate for most tasks, but no better.
The battery can only be charged when it's plugged into the drill, so you can't alternate between two to keep working. It doesn't have a variable speed setting, so controlling the speed when driving screws is hard. The battery capacity seems small, plus there's no charge level indicator on the device or charger, so you don't know when it's fully recharged. Finally, the RPM is very low compared to equivalents--getting through steel is going to take you a while.
If you can get it on sale for a reasonable price, and don't want to do too many adventurous things with a power drill, consider giving it a look.