The Black & Decker BDCS40G Gyro screwdriver is the world’s first motion-activated screwdriver that controls variable speed and direction with gyroscopic technology. Its small, lightweight, easy-to-use design makes it ideal for everyday use. The Gyro has the perfect balance of power and versatility to handle all of your screwdriving needs, such as cabinet repairs, loose screws, and setting up toys. The 4-volt lithium-ion battery features up to an 18-month charge, giving the ability to store it in a drawer, a tools box, or a closet without the worry of having to charge it before use.
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The Black & Decker Gyro is versatile enough for everyday usage.
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The Black & Decker Gyro is also strong enough for most DIY screwdriving needs.
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Features
The Gyro has a 4V MAX lithium-ion rechargeable battery capable of holding a charge for up to 18-months. The charging slot is conveniently placed on the bottom of the handle and out of the way if the user needs to charge the tool and use it at the same time.
The Gyro has the ability to operate at 180 revolutions per minute and apply 35 inches per pound in torque while screwdriving. Depending on how steep the user turns the Gyro after activating the screwdriver, the gyroscopic technology will control the speed of the screw bit. The user needs only to rotate their wrist one-quarter turn to the right for a clockwise motion or left for a counter-clockwise motion. The Gyro also has the ability to fluidly change from clockwise to counter-clockwise, or vice versa. For added functionality, the Gyro also comes equipped with a bright, white, LED light that will illuminate where the user is aiming.
Versatility
The Gyro, while simplistic and small in design, is versatile and functional in use. Although the Gyro only comes with two standard screwdriving bits, it has the ability to accept many other standard bits, making it a perfect tool for many screwdriving needs. The Gyro’s small design also makes it ideal for use in tight or cramped spaces, where other larger screwdrivers may not fit. Additionally, the small size combined with its long charge time affords the user the ability to store the Gyro almost anywhere.
About Black & Decker
Since 1910, Black & Decker has been setting the standard for innovation and design of power tools, accessories, outdoor yard care equipment, home cleaning products, automotive and lighting products, hardware, and other home improvement products. The inventor of the first portable electric drill with pistol grip and trigger switch, Black & Decker has evolved from a small machine shop in Baltimore, Maryland to a global manufacturing and marketing powerhouse with a broad line of quality products used in and around the home and for commercial applications. When users need to get work done, they trust Black & Decker for the products that will do the job efficiently and reliably.
What’s In The Box
The Gyro screwdriver comes with a single charger and two 1-inch screwdriving bits.
Black & Decker Reliability
The Black & Decker BDCS40G Gyro screwdriver comes with two year limited warranty.
With a turn of the wrist, the user can screw or unscrew at variable speeds
Product Features
- Gyroscopic Technology for increased control with variable speed and forward/reverse
- Lithium Battery tech stays charged and ready for up to 18 months
- LED work light illuminates work area
A tool even a non-handyman can use I am about as far removed from the likes of Bob Vila, Tim “The Toolman” Taylor, or Ty Pennington as one can get, which is hard to admit as a guy. My knowledge of carpentry, mechanics and general how-to is less than remedial. Just look behind any hanging picture frame in my house, and you’ll discover an average of 13 holes where I attempted to place the screw, before finally settling on one of appropriate height. My wife never lets me hear the end of it.That said, the B&D Max Gyro is so simple to use, that I have become a master craftsman, and am now checking every loose screw in the house just so I can feel superior with my new found skills. The Max Gyro is a deceptively simple power screwdriver that sort of reminds me of a Nintendo Wii controller: grasp the handle, smile when the headlight pops on, rotate your wrist to the right, and the screwdriver begins to … well, screw. The further to the right you rotate your wrist, the faster the motor goes. To unscrew, simply perform the opposite action. Stand back. Admire handy work.The 4 Volt rechargeable battery is surprisingly strong and long-lasting, but the great thing is it can be charged while being used — assuming you’re working near a power source. Now, it isn’t as powerful as, say, a screw gun, but the Max Gyro will handle pretty much any simple job around the house with ease.Included with this bad boy are two screw bits: the standard flat head, and Philips slot head. Would have been cool if the heads were in a one-piece design, each on opposite ends, as I have a tendency to lose small objects, but I’ll make do with what I have.Overall, I highly recommend this for both the seasoned pro, adding a second addition to the house, or the schmo, like myself, who can barely assemble an Ikea bookshelf. The only downside is the price, which seems a little high, hence, the 4 stars. But the Max Gyro definitely makes for a nice gift, so it is well worth checking into!
Takes some practice to get the speed right, but a good tool My spouse and I are handy around the house and we use our screwdrivers daily. This electrical screwdriver has an interesting twist (pun intended!): it’s motion-activated! It has a gyroscope inside that can tell whether you’re turning it right or left. The more you turn in the direction, the faster the motor drives the bit. However, it does take some practice to get used to the variable speed, and I’ve found it actually a little frustrating to use for certain applications. At the beginning, I also had to remember to squeeze the grip to activate the motorized mechanism. You can tell it’s activated when the light comes on. The screwdriver is powered by a built-in LiIon rechargable battery, and an AC adapter is included, along with standard-sized flat bit and cross bit. Overall, though, it’s a really handy tool to have around, and I’m ordering an additional one.