New 7.2V Lithium Drill/Driver holds a charge up to 18 months
TOWSON, Md. (October 1, 2011) – Black & Decker® (NYSE: SWK) expands its range of innovative Lithium drill/drivers with the introduction of its handy new 7.2V Lithium Drill/Driver (LDX172C). The new Lithium drill is the perfect addition to a light DIYer’s toolbox for basic drill/driving projects, or anyone’s kitchen drawer for everyday household needs.
“Black & Decker’s new 7.2V Lithium Drill/Driver is one of the best values on the market today,” said Matt Nestorick, product manager for consumer power tools at Black & Decker. “Users will have all the power they need for basic drilling tasks like hanging pictures and removing electrical socket covers, and lithium ion battery technology means the drill stays ready up to 18 months.”
The 7.2V drill/driver’s compact design offers easy access to hard-to-reach spaces such as corners and awkward furniture joints. It also features a comfortable overmolded grip and keyless chuck for user comfort and simple, speedy project preparation.
The 7.2V Lithium Drill/Driver joins Black & Decker’s growing lineup of Lithium products, including the existing range of drill/drivers and Black & Decker’s extensive Lithium outdoor line-up featuring a string trimmer/edger, hedge trimmer, sweeper, cultivator, pole pruning saw, pole hedge trimmer, chain saw and powered lopper. With lithium ion battery technology users receive long lasting, lightweight, compact products that won’t experience battery memory effect problems.
The 7.2V Lithium Drill/Driver is available in October for $29.97 at most major retailers including Amazon.com and comes with a two-year warranty.
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. For more information on Black & Decker’s extensive line of products, visit www.blackanddecker.com or follow Black & Decker on Facebook and Twitter.
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