An electric drill for earthwork is successfully used in cases where, for example, it is necessary to drill a hole for piles, make a trench or a hole for mounting fence posts, drill a hole for planting a tree or shrub, etc.
Brief description of the device and equipment advantages
By design, an electric drill for earthworks is an electric motor that has two handles, as well as a clamping mechanism used to clamp the actuator. This tool is most often made in the form of a screw. It is worth noting that the nozzles are removable and can be of different diameters, which allows you to adjust the size of the hole that will be drilled. It is also worth noting that there is a conditional division of the drill into types, depending on their purpose. Allocate garden, earth and pile tools.
An electric drill for earthworks is a rarity among people with suburban areas, despite the fact that it has some advantages. If we compare it with the manual type, then, of course, the plus is that the main rotational force is due to the electric motor, and not human forces.
If you compare the device with a gasoline unit, the advantages include silent operation, environmental friendliness and a willingness to work (it is not necessary to start it like a gasoline one).
Equipment application
As mentioned earlier, one of the greatest advantages in terms of using a drill was that it easily copes with the arrangement of recesses under piles. Of course, you can do this with a manual type of unit, but an electric drill for earthwork will cope with this task much faster. In addition, the presence of small stones or roots inside the soil will greatly complicate the digging of the recess, if it passes by hand, this is not an obstacle for an electric motor.
Another usability of the equipment is that it is more compact than a conventional drill, and therefore its operation in places with limited space is most acceptable. Small dimensions and high functionality of the unit are its main positive qualities. It is also worth adding that, in comparison with gasoline models, the weight of the electric drill is less, which facilitates the work with it.
Models and disadvantage
Large models of earth motor drills are also used for digging wells, for example. Types with a smaller nozzle are used for drilling holes for home use (planting plants, installing poles, etc.). However, it is worth noting that in the line of models there are also multifunctional types having removable nozzles. This makes it possible to use them depending on the needs, as well as on the quality and type of soil with which you have to work.
Naturally, the main drawback of the drill is that its operation in places where there is no electricity is impossible. Yes, when you buy a device, the kit usually has a battery, but it lasts for a short time.
The principle of operation of the unit
An electric drill is an electric motor and a shaft having a screw type screw . When using such equipment, the hole in the ground will have smooth edges and a clear screw diameter. The direct drilling process is carried out due to the fact that the screw has a very sharp tip, as well as pointed helical blades. When starting the equipment, the electric motor starts to rotate, transferring its force to the shaft to which the screw is attached. Thus, drilling occurs.
Favorable cost of the device
The price of an electric drill for earthworks is also one of its advantages. The approximate cost of the device is 1,000 rubles. It is important to note that for this amount the device itself and the base nozzle that comes with the kit are purchased. And then you can buy separately screws of different diameters, if necessary. Thus, you can greatly increase the functionality of the equipment at the lowest cost. The right choice will also help save money.
If you plan to operate the device in the garden, that is, for garden needs, then a power of 1.5 kW is enough. If you plan to drill holes for construction needs (pile foundation), then you need a device with a power of 2 kW or more. If there is such a need, then electrical units can be used for drilling ice.
Reviews of the electric drill for earthworks are mostly positive. Of the main qualities that buyers highlight, it is worth highlighting the ease of operation, low weight, quality of the device and its relatively low cost.
There are also negative reviews. However, most often they are left by people who did not understand the rules of its operation and acquired, say, a less powerful model than was required for working with a certain type of soil. Naturally, the result was poor.
From this it should be concluded that it is necessary to investigate the soil with which you will have to work, determine what type of work the tool is purchased for, and only then buy it. It is also recommended to purchase products only trusted companies. It’s better to pay a little more, but to buy a better thing than to pay less and buy equipment again in a year.
Motor drills from Hitachi
Electric drill for earthworks "Hitachi" - these are products of fairly high quality and reliable. The manufacturer of this equipment is Japan. However, it is worth noting that the range of goods is not too large. Of the electric models, there are only garden types. This means that the manufacturer does not produce electric models with high power. Only petrol models from this brand have high power indicators. Today, there are three main qualities that have made Hitachi products quite popular.
- The build quality of the units is very high.
- The efficiency of these devices is also high.
- The service life of the devices is quite long.
Product Selection and Operation
When buying an earthen motor-drill, it is best to always go to a specialized store where they can help with the choice. However, there are several recommendations that you should always follow. Three parameters should always be paid special attention to - power, screw head size and engine size (if it is a gasoline model).
Quite often, when working with this tool, it happens so that the drill burrows in the ground. For this reason, almost all new models are equipped with a security system that turns off the engine if this happens. This system protects the equipment from damage. To avoid such a shutdown, it is necessary to periodically stop the operation and clean the auger of dirt.
It is also designed to protect the unit from accidental start-up or to protect a person in case of loss of product control.