Bosch 23612 Impactor 12-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless Impact Driver |  | Brand: Bosch
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $370.00
Buy New: $194.95
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Seller: Amazon.com
Rating:  14 reviews
Media: Tools & Hardware
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 5.5
Dimensions (in): 6.5 x 6.3 x 9.5
MPN: 23612
Model: 23612
UPC: 000346342420
EAN: 0000346342420
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 12-volt Ni-Cad cordless driver with multiple-position swivel LED light | | • | 1,050 inch-pounds of torque; variable-speed trigger up to 2,800 rpm; 3/8-inch chuck capacity | | • | Rugged, lightweight plastic casing for real-world conditions; soft-grip handle | | • | Includes driver, carrying case, 2 batteries, tool hook, 1-hour charger, double-ended bit | | • | 4 pounds; 3-year protection plan |
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Amazon.com
REVIEW: Torque, torque, torque—-that's what this driver's about. It's lightweight, compact and so simple to use: Just pull the collet locking sleeve forward, chuck in a bit and let the sleeve go and you've got 1,050 inch-pounds of torque in your hand. We got the best results with a little patience, starting slowly, blasting the speed and letting off gently, slowing to a stop. You'll learn to sense when the fastener is seated, because if you give it another go, the tool will twist right out of your hand. A couple of nice features set it apart from the competition, including a super comfortable rubberized grip and an integrated, three-position LED work light. It illuminates when you squeeze the trigger, or, if you prefer, you can turn the thumbwheel and shut the light off (though we found it pretty handy). Unlike other drills and drivers, the brushes on this model are easily accessible for cleaning and eventual replacement-—all you need is a coin to twist open the cover. Bosch makes it very clear that this is a driver and shouldn't be used as a drill. We like that it comes with two batteries, so you can one-hour charge one and keep working with the other. If you're turning bolts, nuts or screws on a daily basis, this is definitely worth the investment because it will quickly repay you in time and effort saved.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste
Product Description
Impactor. Compact tough design for increased maneuverability in tight areas, such as HVAC, wood and cabinet installations, metal and automotive work. Variable speed reversing. Hammer and anvil system delivers up to 1050 in. lb. of torque. 2 speed gear box
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 14
 BUYER BEWARE December 9, 2009
Edward Przystas (usa)
0 out of 3 found this review helpful
I had been looking to replace my RYOBI 14v cordless drill. Looking every where and being nothing but confused until this BOSCH product, or so I thought. They have decided to take a multiple use tool, drill driver, that has been around for years and make it a single function. Yes, you can only screw with this product, no drilling. Just what the average homeowner doesn't need. Now , what am I suppose to do buy a cordless drill too? Well not from BOSCH. These companies are managing to take a basic solid product and make it confusing. K.I.S.S.
Purchasing a product online makes returning it a real pain in the ...., too.
 Buy This December 7, 2009
I. Rhodes (MI6, NV)
Like many other reviewers on this page, I too am a professional contractor, My normal drill of choice is the 18v De Walt, but this little monster beats the competition... HANDS DOWN. The torque on this drill is phenomenal, which is worth the money alone, I am an electrician and need to make 'knock-outs' from time to time, anyone who has done the hand crank or even the pnuematic knows what a pain it is, this baby does it in no time and with little to no force needed to hold in place, I have used this drill for around 6 to 8 months now on a daily basis, it is still going strong, the batteries out last the De Walt by a mile and it weighs around half as much (also a huge plus)... If this thing was a woman, I'd marry it.
My new favorite screwdriver October 28, 2009
Daniel A. Koblosh (Redondo Beach, CA USA)
An impactor is a completely different animal from a hammer drill, regular drill driver or a drywall or deck screwdriver, all of which I have.
First saw an impactor used on the "Holmes on Homes" cable TV home maintenance show. Noticed they were driving screws with a smallish driver that went fast, then ended with "tat-tat-tat" as the screw when flush.
Then my contractor brother-in-law showed me his Makita BTD142HW 18-Volt Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless Impact Driver Kit. It was light, powerful, fast, offered excellent control and, while delivering tremendous torque, never broke off the fastener head.
We were putting up a dog-eared wood fence and I offered him to use my corded DEWALT DW257 Heavy-Duty 6.2 Amp Deck/Drywall Screwdriver but he preferred his Makita. I tried it and agreed. It's a big step forward in screw driving. It screwed in the entire fence with a single charge and set every square drive stainless steel screw perfectly.
I opted for the Bosch 23612 only because I have never been disappointed in anything Bosch and it was about half the price of the Makita.
This little 12v nicad is simply wonderful. It's a bit heavier than the 18v Makita because it has a nicad battery. Lithium battery technology is the likely future because they recharge better, hold a charge longer and are lighter, but nicads work well until they die.
The Bosch can drive 10ga 3" long screws all day.
Pros:
- Fast initial drive speed gets most of the screw in fast, then the variable speed trigger allow you to slow the rotation as you get near the surface, then it senses resistance and begins impacting the head the last little bit. It never breaks the head off.
- Comfortable to hold. The handle is narrow and rubber covered, allowing a good grip.
- Built-in retractable belt clip. Can be removed and placed on either side for left or right hand beltage.
- Built-in LED light can be aimed exactly at the point where the driver touches the screw head. This is because the light is positioned down below your hand on the top of the battery interface. The LED is in a little eyeball that turns. That way if you are using a short driver or a long driver, the LED can be adjusted to shine on the driver tip. You are not working in your own shadow this way. You can turn the light off by rotating it into the tool. It takes so little power that it doesn't seem to matter. For some strange reason, it's an orange color instead of white. But it works well. Love it. Really handy when you are getting those last few screws in as the sun sets.
- Quick change 1/4" hex chuck. Holds the drivers securely.
- Compact. Gets into tight spots.
- Comes with two batteries, a 1-hour charger and a nice case.
- Drives and drives and drives. It just goes all day. The impactor design seems very efficient at not wasting power. Impacting must take less power than raw motor torque. So far have not met a screw it can't drive.
Cons:
- The ambidextrous push button forward/reverse switch works left/right and goes through the tool. It has a middle "off" point. The switch can be hit easily and be "off" when you don't expect it.
- The forward/reverse switch's design makes it difficult to know if you are in forward or reverse. I'd kind of like to have a fore/aft design so by looking at it I can see what mode it's in. Very small nit. And it would be difficult to have a one hand ambidextrous design that way.
Bottom line, I love this tool.
Four years and still going strong September 24, 2009
B. Clevenger (DFW)
Like the title says, I've been abusing these little gems for over four years and the tool and batteries are still strong. There have been some advancements in battery technology lately, but these NiCD impact drivers offer a whole lot of bang for the buck. The variable trigger is responsive enough to allow for driving everything from small fasteners to large lag bolts. I've even used it to change the tires on my wife's car. With the current price being offered from Amazon through CPO Bosch, I can't imagine a better buy! I'm considering ordering a third one, as I can't get replacement batteries for the low cost this kit is being offered for.
favorite hand tool August 21, 2009
Dave (Idaho)
I own a lot of tools but this is my favorite and most recommended. Good operating time between charges, tough as nails and very powerfull.
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