I was recently surprised with an early birthday present (really early). I got a Ti-15 impact drill/driver. it seems really cool but after some reading, im not certain that it's the right drill for me. I love the idea of being able to use the eccentric and right angle chucks with this driver, but from what i understand, it's pretty low torque in drill mode (which is the mode these chucks must be used in). i don't really do any rough construction work. im mostly just a hobbyist woodworker. I'm wondering if a C15 may fit the bill better. how's the torque in the c15? is the t15 stronger?
Not sure if i got the right drill
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AlexThePalex
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If you want it mostly for drilling then the C15 or T15 is definitely the way to go. The Ti-15 rather lacks in that department.
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Ti15 is a "reasonable impact driver" that can capitalise on all of the other Festool system stuff and Festool warranty, etc.
For me it's a good choice as it complements many other Festool drills. As a "one drill solution" and where impact isn't really the need - it's definitely the wrong choice.
As Alex said, C15 or T15 set is the go!
For me it's a good choice as it complements many other Festool drills. As a "one drill solution" and where impact isn't really the need - it's definitely the wrong choice.
As Alex said, C15 or T15 set is the go!
For clarity - I have never used the Ti.
If you are limited to having one tool, the Ti should fit the bill. For shop work, rarely do I find I use an impact. Can't think of the last time I needed one in the shop. I had the C12, currently own the T12, T15, CXS. Couple thoughts here. For me, the C12 never fit my hand well - I much prefer the T series drills as they balance and feel more comfortable to use - for me. The CXS is just flat out amazing in the shop. I use it all the time. Small, comfortable, easy to carry, light. I am building a large entertainment center and have drilled lots of holes, put in plenty of screws and still have yet to need to recharge that tiny battery. It does have a limit on the size of bits it can handle with the reduced size chuck. My recommendation would be a Makita for the occasional impact job, a T15 and a CSX. Single drill would be the T15 and add the CXS later.
If you are limited to having one tool, the Ti should fit the bill. For shop work, rarely do I find I use an impact. Can't think of the last time I needed one in the shop. I had the C12, currently own the T12, T15, CXS. Couple thoughts here. For me, the C12 never fit my hand well - I much prefer the T series drills as they balance and feel more comfortable to use - for me. The CXS is just flat out amazing in the shop. I use it all the time. Small, comfortable, easy to carry, light. I am building a large entertainment center and have drilled lots of holes, put in plenty of screws and still have yet to need to recharge that tiny battery. It does have a limit on the size of bits it can handle with the reduced size chuck. My recommendation would be a Makita for the occasional impact job, a T15 and a CSX. Single drill would be the T15 and add the CXS later.
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My T15 has plenty of torque, no complaints there. Torque rating in wood/steel =27/40 Nm.
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I would say there is little doubt you have the "wrong" drill for your use. Impacts do have an advantage for driving screws, particularly larger screws, lag bolts, construction screws, etc. I imagine the Ti-15 is targeted to installers that want to carry only one tool and mostly drive screws.Nick2cd said:
The power of the C-15 and T-15 is the same. I find it is similar to my 18 volt conventional drills in power. I think it is all the power you would generally want without a side handle. I find I use my T-15 until I need two handles to hold on. My Makita LXT Hammer Drill gets used only as a hammer drill. I would have concerns about the amount of power in the T-18 without a side handle. If you need that much power, their are plenty of mains power units. Do you want that much weight for general use?
I use my CXS for most woodworking. Lighter is better and one drill can't be all things.
I had the Ti and returned it for a C15. The fact that you can't set the torque limit makes it more of an impact driver first. If you ask me, most people use impact drivers in way too many applications. Yesterday I guy next to me was assembling a small drawer with an impact driver!
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Nick,
The only difference is the configuration of the drill. The C shape and the T shape. Same battery and motor. The T shape feels normal to most people but there are fans of the C shape. You really need to use them and decide for yourself which you prefer. I like the C shape in the CXS but couldn't get comfortable with it in the bigger drills. Perhaps I just didn't give it long enough of a trial.
The only difference is the configuration of the drill. The C shape and the T shape. Same battery and motor. The T shape feels normal to most people but there are fans of the C shape. You really need to use them and decide for yourself which you prefer. I like the C shape in the CXS but couldn't get comfortable with it in the bigger drills. Perhaps I just didn't give it long enough of a trial.
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My c15 has twisted my hand,wrist and arm many of times. I cant imagine the higher power models. [eek]
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I have the CSX, C15, and TI. The TI is 1st choice for driving lag bolts or removing a stubborn nut. Between the C15 and the CSX, I tend to reach for the C15. The CSX is great for light work. I cannot imagine needing more power than the C15. Guess if I was building decks or doing heavy construction, I might need the C18 power.
Regarding torque, I have used a C15 with a big eggbeater mixer to mix 20+ lbs of tile mortar a couple times now. The drill never seemed to break a sweat and I didn't need to change the battery either after 5 - 10 mins of mixing. If you don't hang onto the drill properly, it'll take your wrist right around.
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