Vortex screwdrivers: selection and operation

The Vikhr trademark is engaged in the production of equipment used in everyday life. Considering the high quality and the positive assessment of the craftsmen in the field of construction, a considerable part of the buyers turn to the products of this company. Among the rich assortment, screwdrivers are especially popular. We'll talk about how to choose the right tool from the options offered by the brand in this article.

Like many other brands, the Vikhr company has a wide range of screwdrivers. This can confuse the buyer, although a more advanced man in the street will immediately try to choose one or another product from the list of in-demand models.

Models of screwdrivers of the Russian manufacturer are distinguished by design ergonomics. They also have excellent technical characteristics, have a fairly reliable motor and gearbox. Their main function is to drill materials of different density and composition, as well as work with self-tapping screws and screws during installation during construction work. The convenience of the models is due to the rubberized body, which covers not only part of the handle, but also the back and sides.

It is important to understand that at the time of purchase, you should not think about the price, since it is often not an indicator that determines the best model for you. There are several main selection criteria.

First of all, it is important to build on the data of the technical passport. These are the rotational speed, the type of battery of the accumulator (if any), and also the torque. It is on the basis of the basic data that it is worth choosing the right model. In this case, you should start from how often it will be used. For example, if the product is rarely available, it makes no sense to buy a professional version. In addition, having basic functions, the household model will weigh less, which is convenient for the master.

It is necessary to take into account the tasks that the device must cope with. For example, a screwdriver can be bought only for screws or for screwing in and out screws, bolts, screws. It is worth considering whether the device should tighten the dowels and anchors. In addition, it is possible that the device will be used for cutting threads on parts made of metal and other materials.

This nuance will allow you to determine what materials this or that model can work with. For varieties of the brand, these indicators can range from 16 to 32 Newton meters. The higher this indicator, the wider the capabilities of the devices. The length of the screws used will depend on the torque. In addition, it also determines the diameter of the screws, which, depending on the type of the "Whirlwind" device, can be 25/10, 30/12, 18/8, 20/10.

The limiter is a very handy feature. With its help, you can set up a barrier that will not allow you to twist screws or screws, which will significantly increase the quality of the work performed.Although the engine may still be running, the chuck will be stopped. This simple device will crackly inform you that the optimum screw-in depth has been reached. The limiter will protect the tool from wearing out the bit and breaking the self-tapping slot. It will not allow the screw to be sunk more than the selected depth.

The more power of the device, the thicker and longer screws it will be able to tighten and unwind. The battery varieties of the brand are autonomous, while it is preferable to take options with higher power. The voltage of different models in the cordless screwdriver line is 12, 14.4, 18 volts. The number of speeds, depending on the specific variety, varies from 1 to 2.

It is imperative to check the stability of the selected tool under load. It is important that the engine frequency is maintained during operation. The rotation speed must remain unchanged. In addition, you need to pay attention to the power supply, as well as the ability to hold a charge.

Today the priority models of the brand's cordless screwdrivers are several options.

• "Whirlwind" DA12-2K. Version with a capacity of 1.3 A / h, reverse, two modes of speed control. The model has 22 steps of adjustment and allows you to work with cartridges with a diameter of up to 1 cm.
• "Whirlwind" DA-18L-2K. Non-impact household two-speed drill-driver, equipped with a lock on the power button. Has two batteries and a charger. The maximum number of revolutions is 1250, the torque is 28 N / m. Has a reverse and electronics for speed control.

• "Whirlwind" DA-18-2K. Cordless screwdriver with a maximum torque of 24 Nm and a rotational speed of 350 to 1250 rpm. Weighs about 3 kg, includes two batteries. The number of adjustment steps is 22 + 1.
• "Whirlwind" DA-12L-2K. 1.3 kg version for screwing in, unscrewing and making holes. Equipped with a reverse, it contains two batteries.
• "Whirlwind" DA-14.4-2K. The two-speed version of the screwdriver with 22 steps of torque adjustment, weighs 3.2 kg. It has a quick-release chuck with a diameter of up to 1 cm. It drills not only wood, but also steel.

Brand models are packed in cases. Options with a power of 18 volts (DA-18-2K, DA-18L-2K, DA-18-2K1), depending on the type, have a NiCd or Li-Ion battery type. These varieties have a higher operating voltage. In this case, the battery capacity can be from 1.3 A / h to 1.5 A / h. These products of the Russian brand cannot be called promoted and well-known. However, the combination of characteristics makes them a very good choice.

The revolutions of the first speed in eighteen-volt models are on average 350, and the second - 1250. Models can have 22 twisting modes. A negative feature is the fact that they charge longer than the time stated in the passport. For example, a nickel-cadmium unit should be charged no more than three hours, but in fact this time increases by two, or even three hours. It takes a long time to fully charge, but this can be partially compensated by a spare unit.

Ideally, it is advisable to immediately acquire an original spare charger. As a rule, in the complete set of a screwdriver, a charger is one of the mandatory elements. However, it may have an adapter. Charging should be marked, which usually indicates the power of a particular model.

You can contact the seller who will help you choose the right charger for the screwdriver. You can also take a closer look at the products Dewalt DCB 118, One + Ryobi RC 18120, DC 10 WC (10.8 V) Makita.It should be borne in mind that the last option is not equipped with an automatic stop, it will have to be controlled independently.

You need to take an option based on the type of battery and its charge mode. For example, NiCd has been recognized as a good voltage source, but has recently been considered harmful from an environmental point of view. Therefore, if today it is still possible to pick up a charger for a screwdriver, in the future it will hardly work. Li-Ion versions have increased power density, but often purchased charging reduces the operation of the device.

Whirlwind screwdrivers receive different reviews. To the pluses, buyers include the design and the presence of a rubber case. They also like the two-speed feature on the models. Some like the price and weight, others like the customizability of torque positions.

Some models, according to buyers, have a fuzzy operation of speeds. They also don't like the fact that the devices take too long to charge. Other comments point out that the company's screwdrivers are weak and very hot, they cannot be used as a drill. Another disadvantage, buyers consider the fragility of "native" batteries, which sometimes are not enough even for a year.

For an overview of the Whirlwind screwdriver, see the following video.