What is SDS in Hammer Drills?

What is SDS in Hammer Drills?

SDS is a type of chuck system used in rotary hammer drills. SDS stands for "Slotted Drive System" or "Special Direct System," depending on the manufacturer. The SDS chuck is designed to allow the drill bit to move back and forth as well as rotate, which makes it ideal for drilling through hard materials such as concrete and masonry.

There are three types of SDS chucks: SDS-Plus, SDS-Top, and SDS-Max. The SDS-Plus is the most common type and is suitable for light to medium-duty applications. SDS-Top is a larger version of the SDS-Plus and is designed for heavy-duty applications. SDS-Max is the largest and most powerful type of SDS chuck and is used for the most demanding drilling tasks.

ISDS is a specialized chuck system used in rotary hammer drills that allows for efficient drilling through hard materials such as concrete and masonry.

If you’re looking for quality SDS Drills, we recommend our JCB 18V Brushless Rotary Hammer Drill -21-18BLRH-B. Also available in a kit bundle with drill bits and convenient JCB tool bag included. For heavy-duty applications, our JCB SDS Plus Rotary Hammer Drill - 1500w is an excellent option, providing even more power and performance. And for those looking for a reliable SDS Plus Drill, our JCB 1050w SDS Plus hammer Drill - 21-RH1050 is a great choice, which comes with a drill bits kit and JCB carry case.

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