WHAT IT DOES
A cordless drill that uses impact as well as rotation. The cordless impact driver is more powerful than a regular drill, and is useful for firmly driving in fasteners, or loosening stuck or rusted screws (for extra tough jobs, a screw-extractor kit may be better).
Not sure that's the right type of drill for your job? Check out our 'Choosing power drills and drivers' guide: https://edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk/guides/#drill.
A cordless drill that uses impact as well as rotation. The cordless impact driver is more powerful than a regular drill, and is useful for firmly driving in fasteners, or loosening stuck or rusted screws (for extra tough jobs, a screw-extractor kit may be better).
Not sure that's the right type of drill for your job? Check out our 'Choosing power drills and drivers' guide: https://edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk/guides/#drill.
ABOUT THIS TOOL
Matika Impact Driver with battery and charger in case
SAFETY INFORMATION & PPE
YOU MAY ALSO NEED
HOW TO USE IT
Driving in screws?
If driving screws into new material, it is a good idea to drill a pilot hole first. This should be slightly thinner than the screw you are aiming to place, and the screw should follow the pilot hole’s route. As the screw is driven in further, the drill will slow down and emit a loud clicking sound. Stop driving the screw when it stops moving or has reached its proper depth.
Extracting screws?
When using an impact driver to extract a rusted or damaged screw, spray penetrating oil liberally on the screw and leave for 30-60 minutes (or per product instructions) before using the driver. If the impact driver can’t remove the screw, don’t force it as the screw head may snap off.
INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS
Note this video is a general introduction and is not specific to this exact tool. We always advise reading the manual if provided below, especially the safety advisories, before using any tools.
- Ear defenders – Essential Impact drivers can become very loud.
- Safety goggles – Recommended
YOU MAY ALSO NEED
- Driver bits – Essential There are a wide variety so may need to be borrowed or bought separately. Choose the right bit for the type of screw you are using.
- Battery charger or spare battery pack for larger jobs
- Rust remover or penetrating oil if removing rusted/stuck screws
HOW TO USE IT
Driving in screws?
If driving screws into new material, it is a good idea to drill a pilot hole first. This should be slightly thinner than the screw you are aiming to place, and the screw should follow the pilot hole’s route. As the screw is driven in further, the drill will slow down and emit a loud clicking sound. Stop driving the screw when it stops moving or has reached its proper depth.
Extracting screws?
When using an impact driver to extract a rusted or damaged screw, spray penetrating oil liberally on the screw and leave for 30-60 minutes (or per product instructions) before using the driver. If the impact driver can’t remove the screw, don’t force it as the screw head may snap off.
INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS
Note this video is a general introduction and is not specific to this exact tool. We always advise reading the manual if provided below, especially the safety advisories, before using any tools.