Corded vs Cordless Power Tools

[Billfred]

Originally Posted by LastChance

We are trying to start a team and determining what tools and equipment we'll need. We're trying to decide whether corded or cordless(or even air powered) tools are better and what the best brands are. We'll most likely have both(we're thinking maybe mostly corded, with smaller cordless for pit and smaller jobs), but for primary use, do you prefer corded or cordless? What brands do you use/prefer? Why? Any help will be greatly appreciated!

Garnet Squadron is almost all Bosch (tends to happen when you're sponsored...), and their tools have worked great for us. We do have one older corded drill, which is a great thing to have for long drilling sessions and as a safety margin.

A few teams use air-powered tools, especially riveters, but your air capacity in the pit areas (8'x8' to 10'x10') at competitions will be limited by your compressor.