Product Description
Description
The Festool CXS 18-Basic is a lightweight, compact cordless drill designed for maximum performance and comfort. Thanks to its ergonomic C-shape handle, it offers excellent power transmission for precise drilling and fastening, even in cramped spaces. The brushless EC-TEC motor ensures impressive performance with long-lasting efficiency, making it ideal for both professional tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts.
Featuring Festool's FastFix interface, the CXS 18-Basic allows for quick conversion between drilling, screwdriving, angular drilling, and angular screwdriving without the need for tools. It also includes a variety of attachments that are compatible with other 18V Festool screwdrivers, ensuring you’re equipped for any task. The integrated LED light illuminates the work area, ensuring visibility in dimly lit environments. Additionally, the compact design makes it easy to carry and transport in the included Systainer³.
Product Strengths
13 torque settings and torque switch-off for precision fastening.
Brushless EC-TEC motor for impressive performance and long service life.
Includes CENTROTEC tool chuck and 10 mm FastFix keyless chuck for versatile use.
Integrated magnetic bit holder for easy access to bits.
Quick conversion to drilling, screwdriving, angular drilling, and angular screwdriving without tools, thanks to the FastFix interface.
Robust belt clip that can be mounted on both sides for convenience.
Compact and ergonomic C-shape for easy handling, even in cramped spaces.
Depth stops and eccentric adapter for precise screwdriving close to edges.
LED lighting for optimal visibility of the work area.
Portable and easy to carry with the Systainer³ storage system.
Technical Data
Battery voltage (rated voltage): 18 V
Gears: 2
Idling speed (1st gear / 2nd gear): 0 - 470 / 0 - 1600 min?¹
Drilling diameter (wood / steel): 35 / 10 mm
Torque adjustment (1st / 2nd gear): 1.1 - 8 / 0.4 - 2.3 Nm
Max. torque (wood / steel): 22 / 40 Nm
Chuck range: 1 - 10 mm
Battery capacity: 2.5 Ah
Drive type: Battery
Noise uncertainty (K): 5 dB
Vibration uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s²
A-weighted sound pressure level (LpA): 72 dB(A)
A-weighted sound power level (LWA): 83 dB(A)
Product weight (without accessories): 0.7 kg
Transport weight (incl. accessories): 3.3 kg
Items Included
FastFix keyless chuck 10 mm
Systainer SYS3 M 187
Belt clip
Areas of Application
Drilling in wood up to 35 mm with Forstner drill bits.
Furniture, fittings, and kitchen assembly.
Installation of skirting boards, boxes, lamps, curtain rods.
Interior finishing.
Light and medium drilling and screwdriving in wood, metal, and plastic.
Manufacture of façade panelling and patio decks.
Screwdriving into wood up to 6x240 mm (for countersunk screws with partial thread in softwood).

