Dewalt 60v Flexvolt 1/2" impact gun

[jblnut]

I'm in the market for a new cordless impact. The ol' DeWalt 18v XRP gun has been through thick and thin and is getting tired. I have a 60v circular saw and LOVE it and was wondering if anyone knew if there were plans to release a 60v 1/2 impact soon. Something similar to the DCF899HP2 <- Amazon link ....

I've got a 20v max grease gun and love it, the saw has been great and I'm looking to add an impact. I know the DeWalt line of tools may not be everyone's favorite flavor but they're cheap and work for what we do. If the 60v version is only a little ways out I'll wait but I'd like something for the 2018 farming season.

 

[Bobcat753]

I doubt they will make a 60V impact. I have the DCF899 and it is an absolute beast.

 

[Knotgoalie]

I have the DCF899P2 kit which is the same as you are looking at but with the detent pin anvil...buy it!...you will love it!

No news here about a 60v impact yet but I doubt it happening...no need for it.

 

[bbrins]

I don't have any of DeWalt's 60V stuff, but I thought that the 60V batteries were also compatible with the 20V stuff? Why not just get the DCF899?

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[jblnut]

I don't have a problem with the 20v version and have heard they are monsters but thought I'd ask if anyone knew about a 60v version because why not ?? Moaaar powers is always good !!!

I've used the 60v battery in my grease gun and it works fine. I'd imagine that's what the flexvolt part means.

 

[Millwrong]

I don't have any of DeWalt's 60V stuff, but I thought that the 60V batteries were also compatible with the 20V stuff? Why not just get the DCF899?

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My employer busted out some cordless Dewalt impacts on a structural job a little while ago, including some of those 899's. Talk about a beast! A cordless 1/2" impact that was more powerful than the corded 3/4" guns in then current circulation. Guys were fighting over them!

 

[Wrenchinfool]

I have all 20volt dewalt at home and work that 899 is a beast just got a few months back to replace my 18v snap on...hoping they make a cordless 20v ratchet

 

[kctyphoon]

With Milwaukee releasing their new big impact, I'd think Dewalt might be considering an upgrade. It would only make sense for them that a 60v model be the way to go. Both to further the line, and the fact the shorter runtimes compared to 18v counterparts won't seem to make much of a difference in that type of tool with such intermittent use. Will it happen, who knows..

 

[blown94conv]

I’m waiting for the 100 volt.

 

[ocloc24]

I don't really think they'd do that, an impact isn't a tool that is limited my voltage or battery technology as much as physical aspects. Milwaukee has a 1400ft/lb impact wrench run on 18v with HOURS of runtime. The major jumps that have come recently are advancements in motor technology, hammer design, and metallurgy. Think about it, the biggest baddest air guns top out at around the same torque as the Milwaukee, most less actually. That's because that's the upper limit of what a 1/2" anvil can take without shearing off.

Short version - no I can't see them doing that. However I definitely believe they will release a gen 2 version of what they currently have out in responses to the Milwaukee 2767. I'm just waiting for Milwaukee to come out with an updated 3/4" Impact now, would probably push 1500ft/lb.

 

[seanb02]

I use my 899 pretty much daily. Rarely ever use the air impact in the shop. The cordless can do everything that the air powered one can do. Like others on here, I don't really see a reason for a 60v version that is bigger and heavier - unless maybe introducing a cordless 3/4" impact.

 

[jblnut]

unless maybe introducing a cordless 3/4" impact.

I was debating between the 1/2" and 3/4" version ... we have a mix of 1/2" and 3/4" impact sockets but I'd need to get some more 3/4" sockets to round out my mismatched set ....

 

[kctyphoon]

I don't really think they'd do that, an impact isn't a tool that is limited my voltage or battery technology as much as physical aspects. Milwaukee has a 1400ft/lb impact wrench run on 18v with HOURS of runtime. The major jumps that have come recently are advancements in motor technology, hammer design, and metallurgy. Think about it, the biggest baddest air guns top out at around the same torque as the Milwaukee, most less actually. That's because that's the upper limit of what a 1/2" anvil can take without shearing off.

Short version - no I can't see them doing that. However I definitely believe they will release a gen 2 version of what they currently have out in responses to the Milwaukee 2767. I'm just waiting for Milwaukee to come out with an updated 3/4" Impact now, would probably push 1500ft/lb.

Better metals are always available.. most utility hydraulic impacts, and the few electrics that exist are use 7/16 drive adapters. I'm no expert, but I can't see the anvil being size being the limitation. Maybe for the type they're using now - but there's always something stronger out there. Power tools seem to be taking the same steps as electronics - they release small upgrades in steps to keep the customers buying, always holding back a little for the next upgrade.

 

[seanb02]

I was debating between the 1/2" and 3/4" version ... we have a mix of 1/2" and 3/4" impact sockets but I'd need to get some more 3/4" sockets to round out my mismatched set ....

I have an SK 3/4" SAE set and at $500 that was a worthwhile purchase for my application. However, pricing a 3/4" impact socket set just about gives me heart failure. Hence why I don't have an 3/4" impact yet - just a 36" breaker bar.

 

[ocloc24]

Better metals are always available.. most utility hydraulic impacts, and the few electrics that exist are use 7/16 drive adapters. I'm no expert, but I can't see the anvil being size being the limitation. Maybe for the type they're using now - but there's always something stronger out there. Power tools seem to be taking the same steps as electronics - they release small upgrades in steps to keep the customers buying, always holding back a little for the next upgrade.

Sure there's probably a metal out there that could handle a bit more, but probably not cost efficient. If they had metals that could handle more then air impacts would be putting out 1800ft/lb. They have 3/4" Drive impacts that can put out those numbers, if there was a metal that was cost efficient to produce that would allow that amount of torque on a 1/2" anvil, they'd have made a 1/2" air gun with 1800ft/lb of torque

Most 7/16" impacts are under 500ft/lb.

 

[kctyphoon]

Sure there's probably a metal out there that could handle a bit more, but probably not cost efficient. If they had metals that could handle more then air impacts would be putting out 1800ft/lb. They have 3/4" Drive impacts that can put out those numbers, if there was a metal that was cost efficient to produce that would allow that amount of torque on a 1/2" anvil, they'd have made a 1/2" air gun with 1800ft/lb of torque

Most 7/16" impacts are under 500ft/lb.

Milwaukee makes (and others) 1/2" square to 7/16 drive adapters to be used with their 1/2" cordless for utility work since 1/2" impacts are more popular. Their obviously going to use the "best cheapest" material to fill their needs. Time will tell where the impact race leads - but I'm simply stating there are better materials available if there is a need.

 

[jblnut]

Fastenal has the 899 for $269.99 with a pair of 5.0ah batteries for free right now. I think I'm going to pick that set up and call it good for now. I can continue using my 1/2"-3/4" adapter and nothing other than the impact tool will have to change.

Thanks for all the replies !!

 

[-OSIS-]

I doubt they will make a 60V impact. I have the DCF899 and it is an absolute beast.

This. It’s replaced our 3/4” impact. It’s rare that I pull it out of my box, and when I do I sure as hell wouldn’t want the 60v pack attached to it. It’s already a heavy cumbersome device lol.

 

[WittHay]

Use the Milwaukee 3/4 Fuel all the time, has to have fresh fully charged battery or it won't remove some bolts or nuts. You pretty well have to have a 60 volt or something other than what Milwaukee currently has in order to have a 3/4 impact that is closer to a 1" drive impact instead of one that is based on a 1/2" drive impact