Festool Ti-15 Impact driver, sorry gents but it's bad news

[jmbfestool]

Has anybody tried the soft stop while under load? I was at Woodcraft the other day and was looking at the tool and the first thing I noticed was that feature. I was trying it out (not under load) and when I released the trigger, the chuck and bit was still spinning. Is this just to keep stress off oft he mechanical components or is there still torque being delivered which will screw (pardon the pun) up my work? Of course the two guys working were completely inundated with customers so I didn't ask the guys there. Thanks  :-\

Was a while ago since I tested the Ti 15.  But. I'm pretty sure it still has torque when slowing down not a lot but enough for me to dislike the drill even more than I already do lol

Hence why I never bought one after having tested one for a week

Jmb

 

[NHSP759]

Has anybody tried the soft stop while under load? I was at Woodcraft the other day and was looking at the tool and the first thing I noticed was that feature. I was trying it out (not under load) and when I released the trigger, the chuck and bit was still spinning. Is this just to keep stress off oft he mechanical components or is there still torque being delivered which will screw (pardon the pun) up my work? Of course the two guys working were completely inundated with customers so I didn't ask the guys there. Thanks  :-\

Was a while ago since I tested the Ti 15.   But. I'm pretty sure it still has torque when slowing down not a lot but enough for me to dislike the drill even more than I already do lol

Hence why I never bought one after having tested one for a week

Jmb

Roger that! I wasn't sure and before dropping three bones I really wanted to find out. Nothing like over fastening something and cracking a piece of expensive material. Thanks!

 

[jmbfestool]

Has anybody tried the soft stop while under load? I was at Woodcraft the other day and was looking at the tool and the first thing I noticed was that feature. I was trying it out (not under load) and when I released the trigger, the chuck and bit was still spinning. Is this just to keep stress off oft he mechanical components or is there still torque being delivered which will screw (pardon the pun) up my work? Of course the two guys working were completely inundated with customers so I didn't ask the guys there. Thanks  :-\

Was a while ago since I tested the Ti 15.   But. I'm pretty sure it still has torque when slowing down not a lot but enough for me to dislike the drill even more than I already do lol

Hence why I never bought one after having tested one for a week

Jmb

Roger that! I wasn't sure and before dropping three bones I really wanted to find out. Nothing like over fastening something and cracking a piece of expensive material. Thanks!

Well I know in the USA you can you can buy and try and if you don't like get your money back soooo  best thing would be to give it a go.  I'm pretty sure you will be disappointed by the drill its one of festools worst tools but maybe it might do what you need.

Jmb

 

[Knight Woodworks]

Chris,

The Ti15 will not screw up your work, it has excellent control. By gently squeezing the trigger I can get mine to turn a screw a single impact at a time, no problem.  If your concern is in regards to over driving fasteners, my experience is. - it wouldn't if you don't.

John

 

[Kev]

Chris,

The Ti15 will not screw up your work, it has excellent control. By gently squeezing the trigger I can get mine to turn a screw a single impact at a time, no problem.  If your concern is in regards to over driving fasteners, my experience is. - it wouldn't if you don't.

John

+1

 

[NHSP759]

Okay, that's good to know. I've been really worried about that and to be quite honest it has been a big concern.  I've got a Milwaukee M18 impact and I like it but after using the T15+3 I am really sold on Festool's cordless guns. I don't mind spending the cash for something that I believe will last me many many years but that has been the one area no body has really discussed in video (that I have seen anyways),

 

[bravinerelectrical]

I use the impact to drive in 4" spax screws through studs all day long, works great! Just use proper impact screw tips for longer life etc. I use the Wera's.  Also give up the spade bits mate, use the Festool wood bits, they are expensive at first but you can get them resharpened no problems and I drill 25-32mm holes through joists sometimes 100's at a time until the drill is to hot to hold! I use to use Dewalt XRP's but kept bending the shafts with the heat.

 

[Cort]

I recently purchased the Ti15 basic along with a T15+3.  I bought the pair since I needed an impact driver, but didn't want to support multiple battery systems.  I figured I would change to Festool's lithium batteries and sell my existing Milwaukee drill.  The real joy of the set has been the T15+3.  It is a dream to use.  I didn't expect to enjoy it as much as I do.  I highly recommend the T15+3.  I agree that the Ti15 is a poor drill, but it is a nice impact driver.  The Ti15 is not a substitute for a regular drill.  Yes, the pair of Ti15 and T15+3 is pricey, and if a person is looking for value then it is not here.  The T15+3 is a very nice tool, and if one is looking to build on an existing set, then adding the Ti15 is a logical next step.

 

[jmbfestool]

Okay, that's good to know. I've been really worried about that and to be quite honest it has been a big concern.  I've got a Milwaukee M18 impact and I like it but after using the T15+3 I am really sold on Festool's cordless guns. I don't mind spending the cash for something that I believe will last me many many years but that has been the one area no body has really discussed in video (that I have seen anyways),

The T15 is a brilliant drill I love it!  But don't be fooled into thinking the Ti15 will be as impressive!

You will fined the impact perfectly fine but as a drill.... Well don't sell your T15! Or if you don't already own one you will have to buy the T15

 

[NHSP759]

Yeah, I've got the T15+3 drill kit and really that is why I am considering the purchase. I would end up selling my M18 Fuel if I end up getting it. I would use it as it is really or should really be, intended.

 

[Eli]

I agree with guys who own the impact as I do. If you stroke the trigger right you can get it to fire a single hammer blow. It is completely controllable.

 

[ostwest]

Maybe I am the only one around here but i love my Ti15!
its a perfect Impact driver that when odd bit comes up serves as a drill or an angle drill. I have it 9 months now.
Primary function as for driving screws - its fantastic, just you need time to get used to it(when people borrow it to drive a screw they give it back with a puzzled look: it dont stop like makita impact) but when you do -no problems(I only once drove 30mm screw trough 2x16mm laminated chipboard carcass put together that I was joining)
Since Ti15 is my 1st and only impact driver or drill I have to say its doing good on a battery as well it lasts me a day on a charge unless i do them odd bits i mentioned before like 80mm holesaw
Which brings us to drill mode which is everyones talking point. If you read the directions that festool say its for drilling with bits up to 13mm then no problem there(i dont work with hardwoods but i assume same applies) but when you start doing stuff like 120mm holesaw into beams and similar things that tool isnt designed for - it wont work like that(btw i drilled with 105mm holesaw trough 100mm joists and it went through but it drained battery as well)
All in all thats an different impact driver that when you get used to u love and also small diameter drill

 

[Walk On Wood]

You're not the only one.. I really like mine as well

 

[NHSP759]

I really appreciate that info guys I need an Impactor and sold my Fuel. Anyways my local Woodcraft has the basic for $350 plus 10% off because of the upgrade to the battery platform. I have no idea why they are including the basic in the discount as it doesn't come with batteries but I'm happy with it! I'm buying it this Friday.

 

[Brice Burrell]

I really appreciate that info guys I need an Impactor and sold my Fuel. Anyways my local Woodcraft has the basic for $350 plus 10% off because of the upgrade to the battery platform. I have no idea why they are including the basic in the discount as it doesn't come with batteries but I'm happy with it! I'm buying it this Friday.

I don't know but I'd guess the insert is now different (to fit the charger) in the "new" basic Ti15.  If you have the new style charger you might want to find out if it fits in the "old" insert.

 

[NHSP759]

Hi guys....I just wanted to say thanks for all the input on this decision. I bought it! Wowzers... Love it! Not an 18v but it'll slap some lags in PT just as quick as my Milwaukee! Absolutely love the tool. Also, the spinning chuck after you depress the trigger I though was going to be an issue....nope! No issue at all! Plus I have a freed up TLoc now too! I was using one of my l boxxes for all my clamps for my MFT/3, looks like I can make em green now!

 

[JBs]

So I am thinking of a Ti-15 but the forum members that dislike its drill function concern me.  So, what do you guys and gals dislike about a Ti-15 being used as a drill?
Thanks,

JBs

P.S. New to the forum and this will be my first Festool.

 

[builderbob]

So I am thinking of a Ti-15 but the forum members that dislike its drill function concern me.  So, what do you guys and gals dislike about a Ti-15 being used as a drill?
Thanks,

JBs

P.S. New to the forum and this will be my first Festool.

Welcome JBs!  Regarding the Ti-15 used as a drill...I think you're much better suited using a separate drill for drilling. The Ti has been great for me as an impact but I've tried some drilling tasks and found that its not really meant for that. Best of luck!

 

[RC]

What kind of applications are you using the Ti15 for drilling where it sucks?

I just drilled 50+ holes with mine last weekend into aluminum profile and it worked just fine as a drill?

When I changed my summer tires the other week it did kind of feel a bit under powered in drill mode to spin the wheel bolts (after they were loosened with a wrench) but it was still strong enough to pull the rims against the axel plate for final tightening with my torque wrench. Wish Festool made a 1/2" wrench centrotec bit to try how the impact mode would affect this job. (They do make a 3/8" one)

Can't say how good or bad it is as an impactor since I haven't used it as such yet.

 

[NHSP759]

I'm just a beginner woodworker and DIY guy but....I am making some pergolas using heavy timbers and thus far I love the Impactor. Not as powerful as my M18 Fuel but if you pre drill there are no issues I have seen. Very limited use so far but I am happy I bought it. I just wish the kit came with another centrotec chuck, I have to buy one so I can keep one on my TI 15 and my T 15. Probably mid summer I'll spring for a 4.0 pack but just strictly out of curiosity sake, the batteries are awesome.