Both of our Electric SDS+ Hammer Drills offer three modes—rotation only, rotation with hammering, and hammering only—providing flexibility for various applications.

For small renovations, home projects, or occasional masonry drilling, we recommend our Light Duty Drill, for large-scale construction, demolition, or professional-level work, our Heavy Duty Drill is the ideal choice.

Features Include

3 operation modes.
One touch sliding chuck for easy bit installation and removal.
Torque limiter.
Soft start and constant speed.
Anti-vibration technology (AVT).

When placing your order, please remember to add SDS Plus Drill Bits if required.

Please note, these SDS+ Hammer Drills are 110V and a transformer, or 110V site supply will be required to use them.

What Is An SDS Drill?

SDS drills bring power and precision to a wide range of drilling and hammering jobs. There is some disagreement as to what the acronym stands for. While some people believe it’s short for the German phrase ‘steck, dreh, sitzt’, which translates as ‘insert, twist, fits’, most people agree it stands for ‘slotted drive system’. These devices combine the hammer action you get from hammer drills with the rotation of a regular drill, delivering impressive power and functionality.

When you need a power tool for heavy-duty drilling, where speed and efficiency are key, an SDS drill could be the perfect choice for you. These devices allow you to drill into a variety of tough materials with ease.

SDS drills have a slotted drive system, which means that the chuck is designed to be used with specialist drill bits. These bits have indentations along their shafts that slot between a couple of ball bearings located within the chuck. This allows them to move back and forth freely. The hammer action fires the drill bits forwards and backwards within the chuck to deliver a powerful and precise action as you drill.

What Is An SDS Drill Used For?

SDS drills are widely used for drilling through materials including wood, steel, brick, and concrete. Their robust, efficient design means that these tasks can be completed quickly, precisely and with minimal effort from the user. They are a popular choice for both professional and DIY users.

There are multiple different types of SDS drills available, including corded and cordless designs, and models with various power ratings. Cordless Drills offer increased mobility and flexibility. You can use them virtually anywhere. However, because they run on batteries, you may need to pause work if the power runs down to allow the battery to recharge. Corded drills run on mains electricity and can be more powerful than battery operated models. However, the fact that they need to be plugged into an outlet to work means they are not suitable for certain tasks.

Many of these tools offer different operating modes, namely rotation and hammering, rotation only and hammer only. Hammer only is typically used for demolition jobs, while rotation only is used for drilling through softer materials such as wood that don’t require the heavy-duty hammer action.

What Size SDS Drill Do I Need?

SDS drills are available in different sizes and power outputs. The type you require will depend on the jobs you are planning to do with this piece of equipment.

In terms of functionality, it is important to pay attention to the impact energy delivered by the tools, as this tells you how much force they apply when hammering or drilling into materials. We offer models that range in impact energy from 2 joules to 5 joules.

Generally speaking, the heavier duty the work you are planning, the larger and more powerful a drill you will require. If you’re not sure exactly how much power you’ll need to get the job done, or you have any other questions about these tools, don’t hesitate to contact our experts. We’ll be happy to offer advice and information to help you make the right choice.

Safety first

SDS drills can save you a lot of time and effort when you need to drill into or break up tough materials. But as with all power tools, it is essential that you treat this equipment with respect and pay attention to the manufacturer’s safety guidelines. For example, you should always wear suitable personal protective equipment when drilling or hammering. Also, make sure the drill is set up correctly before you switch it on and start using it. As part of this, ensure you always have the right drill bit for the job.