Easy Tool Tutorials: How To Use A Drill [VIDEO]

How a Cordless Drill Works

Cordless drills seem commonplace, but it wasn't long ago when most drills available were only A/C powered corded models. The current crop of pro-grade cordless drill/drivers offer as much power as corded models, as well as all-day runtime. Advancements in battery technology and electronics continue to increase power and performance, and the basic mechanics behind how a drill works has dramatically changed.

How Does a Power Drill Work?

Five elements compose the exterior of a basic power drill: a safety latch, a reversing switch that alters the direction of the drill, a torque adjustment, a chuck to keep the bit...

How to Use a Drill: 14 Pro Tips for DIYers

Study these tips on how to use a drill before you start your next project to ensure safe drilling and professional results.

How to Make a Hardware Store Drill Into a Surgical Tool

This attachment turns your everyday drill into a surgical tool.

What Else You Need For Your Cordless Drill

We love playing with power tools. But buying a tool isn't the end of the story. To get the most out of the tool and to keep it in working shape, you'll need a f

Machining Carbon Fiber: Quick Guide [ Composites, Drilling, CNC Tools ]

Carbon Fiber and Composites have special machining challenges. Discover the tips, techniques, and tooling needed for successful machining.

Drills: When to Use a Rotary Drill

Hammer drills are great for smaller jobs, but for thicker walls or bigger holes, you need to step up to a rotary hammer drill. With more power and a 3-4-

How to Choose a Drill Bit

Drills are versatile tools that can be used on a variety of different materials.

How to Use a Power Drill

Using a drill doesn't have to be intimidating — use this handy guide to learn about the different parts, how to use it and how to take care of it.

Should You Get a Brushless Drill?

Brushless cordless drills are taking over the drills market. Consumer Reports explains what to know before you buy one.

Safety Tips for Operating a Drill Press

If you follow the proper safety techniques, a drill press is one of the easiest and safest tools to operate.

5 Tips to Maintain Your Power Drill

Do you own a power drill? If so, you'll need to maintain it. Power drills make it easy to drill holes into otherwise solid and hard objects. At the same time, most power drills support the use of screw bits, meaning you can use them to install and remove fasteners as well. Power drills, however, require maintenance. Maintaining your power drill will increase its lifespan will protecting it from premature damage.#1) Keep Away From WaterRegardless of where you store it, keep your power…

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Now's The Perfect Time To Learn How to Use a Power Drill

How to Remove Rivets

While designed for permanence, sometimes rivets simply have got to go. These techniques will remove rivets cleanly, with or without a drill.

10 Tools You Didn't Know You Needed

Some tools, like your trusty cordless drill or hammer, you're going to use all the time. These specialty tools you won't need that oftenbut when the time comes, you'll sure be glad you've got 'em.