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What is an Impact Driver?
A much stronger version of the drill driver, Impact drivers deliver fast and efficient screwdriving with extra torque that can break loose or stuck bolts and screws. The Impact Driver is commonly used to efficiently drive long screws, lag bolts, and maximize comfort and speed when driving a large quantity of fasteners. With sudden rotational force and powerful forward thrust, the impact driver uses an internal hammer and anvil style thrust to create an ‘impact’ and force rotation on whatever you load into the collet.
What is the difference between an Impact Driver and a Drill Driver?
Essentially the level of torque, and the way the driver holds and rotates bits. Drill Drivers are meant for lighter duty fastening, whereas impact drivers perform more efficiently with longer screws, lag bolts, and driving screws into surfaces that are harder or more difficult to penetrate.
Exactly how much torque does an Impact Driver have?
The power train on an impact driver delivers up to 1350 inches of torque per pound. Impact drivers do not have torque control, but they can be controlled by using the speed control trigger.
Do I need both an Impact Driver and a Drill Driver?
Yes, Its a good idea to have both an impact driver and a drill driver. Drill drivers are better served when boring holes and driving screws that don’t need a ton of torque. Impact drivers are essentially amped up drill drivers that can sometimes torque too violently for fastening into hardwoods like oak, maple, or birch. Both have their advantages and disadvantages.
Do Impact Drivers damage screws?
Yes, they can. Impact drivers are extremely powerful and as a result they are best used in high velocity high torque applications. Often they can damage the material, or screw because of the power behind their rotation. They can be used in any fastening application but should be used cautiously when fastening into drywall, and hardwoods, or when working with shorter screws.
Do Impact Drivers need special sockets?
Yes. While you can typically use an impact socket on a hand tool, you should never use a hand tool socket on an impact wrench. Hand sockets are crafted from a much thinner material and have a thinner wall design and structure than impact specific sockets.