Do SDS hammer drills have any drawbacks?
Traditionally SDS drills and SDS drill bits were more expensive standard equivalents – and in many cases this is still so; however generally the prices have come down, making SDS drills affordable for both DIY and trade. Converts to SDS drills will tell you that the extra power, control and speed which drill bits can be changed is well worth shelling out any extra cash. It’s worth knowing that you can’t use standard drill bits in an SDS drill unless you buy an adapter. Often these increase the length of the drill, and also do not allow use of the hammer mode. (However some SDS drills are sold with an extra chuck for gripping your standard drill bits).
