Festool Cordless Rotary Hammer Drill KHC 18 EB-Basic

Simply powerful.

The KHC 18 cordless rotary hammer drill is durable, extremely robust and long-lasting – thanks to the powerful brushless EC-TEC motor and pneumatic hammer mechanism. Powerful 2.6 joules of impact energy for fast and effortless drilling. No matter whether hammer drilling, drilling or driving, without impact or chipping, you can switch between a variety of applications in seconds. The SDS-Plus chuck can be quickly and effortlessly removed and replaced with the keyless chuck in virtually no time at all. With the dust extraction attachment, dust can be minimized with every application. And by integrating it into the intelligent system of dust extractors and Bluetooth® remote control, you can work even more conveniently with little dust.

• Powerful: The powerful EC-TEC brushless motor and pneumatic hammer mechanism deliver 2.6 joules of impact energy for fast drilling and rapid material removal when chiseling.
• Versatile applications: Suitable for hammer drilling, chiseling and impact drilling. Drive and remove screws by changing the direction of rotation.
• Versatile: SDS-Plus chuck and keyless chuck allow the use of a wide range of tools.
• Sophisticated: Depth stop for accurate setting of drilling depth, LED light for optimal visibility, scaffold hook for secure mounting.
• Convenient extraction: The practical dust extractor nozzle (available as an accessory) is suitable for every application and works with Festool dust extractors.
• Controllable: The electronic KickbackStop helps to minimize the risk of injury if the drill suddenly becomes caught. The safety lock helps to prevent the machine from starting accidentally.
• Effortless work: Vibration-dampened and ergonomic handle.
• Robust: Brushless, maintenance-free EC-TEC motor for long life.
• Covered: Fully covered by Festool Service.

Main applications:

• Ideal for hammer drilling up to a diameter of 11/16" (18 mm) in concrete, stone and masonry (maximum diameter of 1" (26 mm) possible)
• Also suitable for light chiselling work such as removing plaster, filler or floor tiles; smaller openings and slots in sandstone and masonry
• Versatile use thanks to interchangeable SDS-Plus chuck and keyless chuck. Fastening of construction elements to concrete and masonry with jointing material (Ø > 3/8" (10 mm)), e.g. heavy-duty anchors, concrete screws
• Fastening of scaffolding, steel components, wooden constructions, e.g. thresholds, posts. Fastening of substructures, ceiling suspensions and other elements (Ø 3/16" - 3/8" (5-10 mm)) to concrete and masonry
• Fastening of kitchen cabinets, wall shelves, soundproofing elements, drywalls, skirting boards
• Impact-free drilling and screwing, e.g. for spot drilling of floor tiles
• Drilling of holes in wood up to Ø 1-3/16" (30 mm), steel up to dia. 1/2" (13 mm) and other materials
• Cutting electrical sockets up to Ø 2-11/16" (68 mm) in sand-lime brick and masonry
• Mixing small quantities of mortar, plaster or paint with a mixing rod
• Working with dust extraction - Bluetooth® battery automatically starts Bluetooth®-compatible mobile dust extractor in AUTO mode