Looking for Recommendations on SDS Plus Hammer Drills for Heavy Use

10 July 2025 1 answer
Asked by DrillMaster123
Hey everyone! I'm curious if anyone has experience with SDS Plus hammer drills that can handle a lot of work throughout the day. I'm often drilling wooden shavings and cement plates for insulation on basement ceilings, and I can end up drilling between 400 to 800 holes (1-2 inches) for metal anchors using replaceable drill bits every day. Right now, I'm using a cordless 2.9J 40v Makita, but I'm considering a switch to Milwaukee. I've got my eyes on the Milwaukee M18 ONEFHPX-0X since it's rated at 5J of energy, and I'm hoping it might perform better than my current drill. My main questions are: Is this model tough enough to last 4-6 months under such heavy use? And can it be paired with a dust extractor or vacuum attachment? I'd really appreciate any insights or advice!

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ToolNinja42
I have the Milwaukee 2915 model, and it drills 3/8 holes in concrete in about 4 seconds, so I'm quite satisfied with its performance! Definitely seems like it could keep up with your demands if you decide to go that route.

HandyAndy89: That’s good to hear! Do you know if it can accommodate a dust extractor? I’m looking for something that can connect directly to the drill.

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