I tend to fix, mod and upgrade my PC and photo/video gear on my own, and I high quality precision screwdriver set is a must to avoid costly mistakes. I already own a high quality manual set, but this set caught my eye because of it’s battery powered. Although I got this set through the Vine program, but the $100 price tag, after a $30 coupon, felt a little on the higher side. Still, the features seemed promising, so I decided to give it a try.
The first thing that impressed me was the packaging. It is undeniably sleek and futuristic. It has a premium feel right out of the box. Inside, is the sheer number of bits available which is quite expansive. More than enough for various tasks I might encounter. They appear to be well made, and so far, I have not noticed any stripping, which is a common concern with smaller bits.
I think that one of the best features of this set is its three torque settings: 0.05, 0.35, and 0.5 N.m. Each drive is designed to stop at its set torque, which is incredibly useful for preventing screw slippage or over tightening. For me, this precision is invaluable. I am not dealing with heavy duty applications, but rather intricate components where exact torque can prevent damage.
The manufacturer claims a 60 minute runtime on a single charge from its 800mAh battery, rechargeable via a convenient Type C cable. In my own testing, depending on the amount of torque required for tasks, the battery life typically hovered around the 50 minute mark. For my specific needs, which involve fixing cameras, lenses, drones, and other photographic and videographic equipment, this performance is more than adequate. I rarely need continuous operation for an hour straight; instead, I work on precise, shorter tasks. The brighter LED light also makes a huge difference when working with internal electronics.
As a photographer and videographer, this set has proven to be incredibly useful. Although I don’t frequently need to open up camera bodies or lenses to adjust internal components, or perform maintenance on my drones and gimbals, it’s really great set to keep in my gear. For PC upgrades and fixing, a set like this is a must. The variety of bits have the right sizes my needs. It brings a level of confidence to my equipment maintenance that a manual set simply cannot.
Despite the initial cost may present a slight hesitation, the quality, precision, and utility of this electric screwdriver set have made it a valuable addition to my toolkit. It’s a pleasure to use.
| Manufacturer | HOTO |
|---|---|
| Part Number | SNAPBLOQ™ S-A01 |
| Product Dimensions | 20.09 x 8.69 x 3.38 cm; 350 g |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Item model number | SNAPBLOQ™ S-A01 |
| Material | Body:Aluminum Alloy Bits:HRC60 S2 |
| Pattern | Pop-up Mechanism |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Voltage | 3.7 Volts |
| Torque | 0.5 Newton Millimeters |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Type of Bulb | LED |
| Head Style | Slotted, Phillips, Hexagon, Hexagon Security, Torx, Torx Security, Pentalobe, Standoff, Y-Shaped, Tri-Wing, Triangle |
| Special Features | ①Advanced Brushless Motor Technology; ②0.05Nm 0.35Nm 0.5Nm,3 Torque Settings; ③Circular LED Light for Enhanced Visibility; ④56 Precision Screw Bits (HRC60 S2); ⑤Built-in Magnetizer for Easy Access and Storage. |
| Included Components | HOTO SNAPBLOQ™ Electric Precision Screwdriver Master ×1,HOTO SNAPBLOQ™ A01 Precision Screwdriver Bit Set (56-Piece) ×1,Charging Cable ×1, Instruction Manual ×1 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion |
| Item Weight | 350 g |
| Country of origin | China |
