The key feature of a Hammer Drill is its impact drilling function. When activated, the hammer drill only works when pressure is applied to the chuck. Inside the drill, two ridged discs create the pounding action. As you apply force, the discs slide past each other, causing one to rise and fall over the ridges of the other. This movement makes the chuck slam forward and back, enabling the hammering effect. When the hammer function is turned off, the tool functions as a regular drill for standard drilling and screwing tasks.
SDS stands for Slotted Drive System, designed specifically for drills with an impact function. An SDS+ drill bit moves forward and backward within the chuck, allowing the hammer mechanism to act like a piston, driving the bit into the surface. This design concentrates the power of the Hammer Drill, making drilling more effective and efficient. An SDS+ Drill is ideal for tackling tough materials.
A Hammer Drill is the ideal tool for drilling and screwing into tough materials like masonry, stone, and concrete. While a regular drill can handle occasional holes in these materials, it’s not designed for the task. Also known as a percussion or impact drill, a Hammer Drill is specifically built for screwing, drilling, and hammer drilling in masonry, stone, concrete, metal, and wood, making it a versatile tool for demanding jobs.
