| | |  | Skil | Home » » » Skil 2336-01 3.6-Volt Mini-Drill/Driver | | | | | | | Description: | | iXO is a palm-sized cordless screwdriver that has several advantages over its bigger brothers. It fits easily into your tool belt or pocket. It has enough torque to drive wood or sheet metal screws, and the 3.6-volt Lithium Ion battery has power equal to larger NiCad batteries at half the weight. The driver including the battery weighs in at only 10.3 oz. Another advantage of lithium ion batteries is that they hold a charge for an exceptionally long time. Place the iXO on a shelf or in a drawer and 18 months later the lithium ion battery will still be charged and ready to go.The iXO has a 1/4-inch hex head to accept any of the 34 included bits, or simply use the head to drive 1/4-inch sheet metal screws. Add your own 1/4-inch drive and socket set to use on hobby projects to remove bolts or nuts in small or hard-to-reach areas. The forward/reverse button is located on the soft-grip handle just above the trigger for ease of use. You can switch directions without switching hands and you're good to go in any direction. This is an ideal lightweight handy tool for any job that requires either limited usage or for constant use of a drill/driver. Just a few examples are; hanging curtains, picture frames, shelves, bathroom fixtures or mirrors, for hobbyists, home inspectors, electricians, computer or cable installers, moving companies, retail store owners, and appliance repairmen. I could go on and on about this exceptional tool. --C. Dwight Barnett | | | Features: | |
• Ultra-compact drill/driver with lithium-ion battery technology
• Delivers the power of NiCD and NiMH batteries in half the size; holds a charge for up to 18 months
• Forward and reverse indicator lights
• Includes 34-piece bit set, charger, storage tin
• Weighs 10 ounces; 2-year warranty
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 7.5 inches | | Product Width:
| 7.5 inches | | Product Height:
| 3.0 inches | | Package Length:
| 7.3 inches | | Package Width:
| 7.1 inches | | Package Height:
| 3.9 inches | | Package Weight:
| 2.55 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 20 reviews |
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12 of 12 found the following review helpful:
 mighty mini driver with lots of heart, but not enough powerJan 04, 2007
By Michael Spector
"mds2250"
After years of using the standard stick type of power screwdriver, I was looking forward to this "new to me" configuration. It looked at what proffessed to be everything I was looking for; especially the new lithium power source which is sure to eliminate the need for a last minute charge, just when you need the screwdriver.
It came nicely packaged in a colorful tin that will be collecting screws and nails before long and a packaged set of bits. Unfortunately there is no way to keep the bits with the screwdriver, so it's another thing to find space for in your pocket.
To the biggest problem; this thing has no torque. If the screw you are trying to install or remove meets any resistance- you are done, go find another screwdriver. This is particularlly anoying since the Skil 2336 looks like for all the world, to be a powerhouse.
I suggest you pay a little more and buy one that can get the job done.
8 of 8 found the following review helpful:
 Great light-duty screwdriverMar 29, 2007
By Terrybfla
I have owned this driver for about 18 months and have charged it twice (maybe one, not sure). Albeit, I do use it infrequently, but it held the first charge for well over 6 months. Even assuming I didn't use it at all for 6 month (I did), no other tool I own does that. Skil claims it will hold a charge for over a year with no use...have not tried that, but it would not surprise me.
In fact, the size, weight, charge-cycle time and reliability of this tool has led me to replace ALL my drills and drivers with Li_Ion tools. I am replacing 3 Ryobi 14.7 Ni-Cad drills (along with 5 batteries, 2 saws, lights, etc) with the new Makita LXT system. An expensive upgrade, but once you use the new Li-Ion battery powered tools like this one, you will NOT want to mess with the NiCad/NiMhd battery hassles again!!
To me, the biggest difference is the charge retention. Because NiCad and NiMhd batteries lose their charge over time (either in use or not in use) nad we never know when we will need them, we tend to keep the batteries in the chargers. This fries them over time. Contrast this to a tool not charging all the time and ... voila!
On the topic of torque (aka "tork"), this driver DOES come up short, but I do not see that as a product flaw, per se. This is an electric screwdriver, not a true drill/driver or impact driver. It is not intended to be used to build a deck...it is LIGHT duty. I have broken enough of these light duty "drivers" to know not to expect too much out of them. Heavier jobs should require a heavier (read "the proper") tool. This is not for woodworking or particle board furniture assembly...I would want to use a driver with a clutch for that job, but for household work it is excellent!
I keep mine in the garage at my workbench, but this tool would also be ideal stuck in a kitchen drawer or a utility closet.
The fact that it ALWAYS is ready to go without sitting in a charger is reason enough for the 5 stars.
Did I mention it holds a charge well?
7 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Nifty little tool....Dec 31, 2006
By S. vaneck
This was recommended to me by a friend who was raving about how useful it was. This is a great driver for those small around the house projects like drilling a few holes in wood or drywall and then putting screws in. I like the fact that it locks between forward/reverse, so you can use it as a fixed tool. It isn't going to replace a powerful drill/driver for large projects.
Today I took apart my clothes dryer and put it back together (removed everything but the motor), and this tool (and some driver bits) was all I needed. That would be impressive enough given the size of this toylike driver, but I haven't charged it in over a month! Thank you Lithium Ion Gods!
For professional contractors, the Bosch PS20-2 (which is 3 times the price) is probably a better mini driver. Bosch owns Skill and they probably put out the IXO for the home user.
5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
Handy Little ToolFeb 16, 2007
By Paul F
I've owned this Mini-Drill/Driver for about a year and it hasn't let me down yet. It isn't as powerful as my Dewalt 14 volt drill but for the in home projects it's perfect. I recently bought a new home and wanted to change all 37 door knobs. The screws are very long and my arm would have crampped up half way through this project but with this tool it was almost fun. The Green/Red Forward/Reverse indicator light is a nice feature. It is what it is and for $40 a great addition to my tool collection.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
Great Little DriverMar 14, 2007
By Rae B. Faltysek
This drill/driver is just the right size to keep in your utility room for all those times you need a screwdriver or drill but don't want to go to the garage or storage shed for the full sized model. The bent shape fits your hand perfectly and can get into tighter places than the straight drivers can. Add to all this, the claim that it will hold a charge for 18 months and you have one neat little tool.
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