1-1/4" 32KE Drill
- Drill
- 12.5 amps
- Corded electric
- 11.4 pounds
The 32KE is a heavy-duty corded drill built for high-torque boring up to 1-1/4 inch, better suited to framing and metalwork than fast general driving.
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How it ranks among the 369 drills we track
4.5★ across 124 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
124 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The 32KE is a corded electric drill rated to bore holes up to 1-1/4 inch, powered by a 120 volt, 12.5 amp motor. Its 940 RPM no-load speed is low for a handheld drill, which points to a tool built for torque over spindle speed.
A 12.5 amp corded motor is a heavy-duty spec for a handheld drill, built more for framing and metalwork boring than everyday household tasks. There is no cordless battery to manage or recharge, trading portability for a steady power supply. The listing does not specify chuck type or bit shank size, so confirm compatibility with your bits before buying.
- 12.5 amp, 120 volt AC motor
- 940 RPM no-load speed
- Rated to 1-1/4 inch boring capacity
- 11.4 pound tool weight
Who it's for
This fits contractors and framers who bore large holes in wood or metal on a regular basis and want a corded motor with enough amperage to keep going. It is not the choice for someone who wants a light, cordless drill for everyday driving.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- High 12.5 amp motor for sustained boring
- Rated to 1-1/4 inch capacity
- Corded so no battery runtime limit
- Low 940 RPM means slower work on small bits
- 11.4 pounds adds handheld fatigue
- No chuck type listed
Performance notes
A 12.5 amp motor paired with a 940 RPM no-load speed favors torque delivery over spindle speed, the typical setup for boring large diameter holes in framing lumber or metal. That balance suits repeated boring work more than general purpose driving tasks.
Specifications
| Brand | 1-1/4" |
|---|---|
| Model | 32KE |
| Amperage | 12.5 amps |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Item Weight | 11.4 pounds |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Speed | 940 rpm |
How it compares
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|---|---|---|---|
| 1-1/4" 32KE DrillThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 124 | 3.9 / 5 |
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| SKIL SD561801 DrillSkil | 4.7 / 5 | 11,399 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Hi-Spec DT30317R-CA DrillHi-Spec | 4.4 / 5 | 14,822 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Fanttik E1 Max DrillFanttik | 4.5 / 5 | 7,298 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the 1-1/4" 32KE
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the maximum boring capacity of the 32KE drill?
The listing rates it at 1-1/4 inch.
Is the 32KE corded or battery powered?
It is corded electric, running on 120 volt AC power.
What is the no-load speed of the 32KE?
940 RPM, which is low for a handheld drill and suggests a torque-focused motor.