An SDS drill is a more powerful alternative to a standard hammer drill, for when you need even higher performance. At Toolstation, we know that drilling isn’t always easy – that’s why we only stock the best SDS drills from the biggest brands, to help you get the job done right.

What is an SDS Drill?

An SDS drill is a type of hammer drill used for heavy-duty drilling applications in tougher materials such as masonry, concrete, brick or steel. An SDS hammer drill uses a slotted drive system for its chuck, which is designed to fit specialist SDS drill bits. Combining the hammer action of a standard hammer drill with a rotary motion, SDS drills make quick work of the tough jobs. This powerful and high-impact performance makes rotary hammer drills a firm favourite among trade pros and serious DIY enthusiasts alike.

Hammer Drills

The internal mechanism through which the SDS drill generates its extra power and torque also provides this tool with the ability to switch between drilling modes. These include hammer action only, rotary only or rotary with hammer, as required for different materials and tasks. At Toolstation, we stock a huge range of SDS rotary hammer drills. We’re the best place to find your next DeWalt SDS drill alongside Milwaukee, Makita and many more leading brands. Need the freedom to work anywhere? Pick up a cordless SDS drill and there’s no need to worry about power cables or extension leads. Advanced battery technology delivers the same power and performance you’d expect from a standard rotary hammer drill, but with impressive run times to help you work in areas with no power supply.

SDS Plus

An SDS Plus drill is generally the most popular choice when it comes to choosing a rotary hammer drill for smaller holes in general construction jobs. Bits are available in a variety of sizes for SDS Plus drills, and they have a 10mm shank. However, for serious heavy-duty work such as demolition, consider an SDS Max drill – SDS Max shafts are thicker, so will be able to withstand even more torque and force.

Brushless SDS Drills

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