Already have a PDC-18 and T-18+3... is a CXS redundant or useful?

[bwehman]

I had to install 60 recessed lights overhead, was using the T18 and the right-angle chuck to fix the ground screws, and was quite aware of how sore my shoulder started getting from the weight (which really isn't much) of the T18 overhead. Had a thought about the little CXS at that point and made me wonder if perhaps it would be a good addition. Thoughts?

 

[tjbnwi]

The CXS is a great drill.

You would need to get the set the 90º head is different than the large drills.

I own 14 CXS drills (they get used in the shop), my go to for working in recessed lights are the Kline stubbys.
https://www.kleintools.com/catalog/...et-stubby-nut-drivers-1-12-inch-shaft-2-piece

Tom

 

[Jeff Zanin]

I have other drills & impact drivers including Milwaukee and Festool, but I often reach for the CXS, especially for work in tight spaces, overhead, etc. where the small size and 90° head is a big advantage, and the relatively low power and battery life is not a hindrance.

For cabinet work such as hinges, drawer slides, etc. the CXS is hard to beat.

Here in Canada many screws are square drive, so the Atlas square drive Centrotec bits are essential.

 

[Crazyraceguy]

The CXS is a very handy little unit. It is my "go to" for pretty much all hardware and of course the occasional odd space that needs to right angle attachment.

 

[jonnyrocket]

You can’t go wrong getting a CXS if you are looking for a lighter duty drill.

Just be advised, As others have noted, the CXS seems to multiply on its own.  Prior to owning the CXS, I believed that only the systainers were capable of reproducing on their own.

 

[Crazyraceguy]

You can’t go wrong getting a CXS if you are looking for a lighter duty drill.

Just be advised, As others have noted, the CXS seems to multiply on its own.  Prior to owning the CXS, I believed that only the systainers were capable of reproducing on their own.

You must have gotten the "special" ones, mine don't do that? I still only have the one. My 18v Makita drills and impact drivers do the biggest percentage of the construction/assembly work.

For me the things that multiplies on their own....routers. Upwards of 20 at this point

 

[pixelated]

I have a TSX, instead of the C, it’s a great complement to the bigger, heavier drills. As others have said, it’s my go-to for most jobs, I only drag out my 18v stuff when I’m doing something beyond the TXS’s capacity.

 

[Jim_in_PA]

I have two CXS drill/drivers and they have become the "heart" of my activities that involve hand held drilling as well as non-heavy-construction driving. Smaller and lighter is a lot more comfortable in the shop as well as for home improvement. I use heavier tools when the job requires for sure, but the CSXs get the bulk of "time" relative to those tasks.

 

[bwehman]

Thanks for all the input, CXS is on the way  [thumbs up]

 

[greg mann]

Thanks for all the input, CXS is on the way  [thumbs up]

Make sure you get a female.  [thumbs up]

 

[bwehman]

Haha, I'm not following. What?

 

[Kpp80202]

I have other 18v drills and drivers along with a CXS. The CXS is excellent for light to medium duty drilling and driving. Very light and ergonomic. Plus being able to hold 4 bits on the body and one in the chuck is very, very convenient.

 

[Jim_in_PA]

Aside from the comfort that the CXS brings to tasks it's appropriate for, it's really, really surprising a how long it works hard before having to exchange batteries, too. That was a very pleasant surprise for sure.