The DeWalt Addiction Thread

[Xcursion88]

These are the ratchets I was referring to.
DCF512b
DCF513b

Those are on the 20v platform.

Not too bad if using the 2 amp battery but the footprint is still much bigger than the 12 battery.

 

[GeoBruin]

Those are on the 20v platform.

Not too bad if using the 2 amp battery but the footprint is still much bigger than the 12 battery.

The ratchet sounds like the perfect candidate for the Powerstack batteries.

(Image Credit: Tool Guyd)

 

[WWheeler]

Yeah the powerstack batteries were definitely made with tools like the 20V ratchets in mind.

From what I've seen the powerstacks aren't really worth it IMHO unless the size of the battery is the main concern, like they would be for the 20V ratchets. I tend to prefer running regular 5ah or 6ah batteries on any of my other 20V tools because weight and size isn't anywhere near as much of a factor to me as runtime between changes. Sort of like why I wouldn't ever run anything but the compact M12 batteries in my Milwaukee ratchets. The extended / high capacity batteries are ridiculously too cumbersome for them, but I also wouldn't run anything but the extended high capacity batteries in a lot of other M12 tools (that I don't own because I have Dewalt versions).

The powerstacks don't cost all that much more. They seem to be priced right for what they are, but I don't like to waste time with a 2ah battery on most other tools unless I know I'm only going to run it for a tiny task.

The ratchets are another matter though. I wouldn't run the standard sized 20V without them, and with my Dewalt 12V ratchet hitting 67ftlbs I just don't see the need yet for my arsenal to go with the 20V ratchet platform, especially if it means I also need to buy the powerstack batteries just for them. I really like the 12V ratchet as I like having a ratchet that helps break stuff free a little better and runs nuts and bolts with less-than-pristine threads a little better and keeps me from having to manually finish tightening as much but I don't really want a cordless ratchet that might routinely overtorque smaller stuff on me and I don't routinely even use a cordless ratchet on big stuff, certainly not if I can get an impact to it.

NOW, if Dewalt comes out with a smaller form factor die grinder, and maybe even a right angle die grinder, that like the 20V ratchets made to take advantage of the powerstack batteries, count me in the powerstack club. There's probably other tools like that I'm just not thinking of yet where size would likewise be the driving factor.

 

[decableguy2000]

Ordered the ratchet at HD today and some powerstacks off Ebay. I don't have any Dewalt 12v tools and didn't want to start another platform.

 

[WWheeler]

Ordered the ratchet at HD today and some powerstacks off Ebay. I don't have any Dewalt 12v tools and didn't want to start another platform.

Since the Dewalt 12V are cheap as chips comparatively and charge in the same chargers (except the 20V fast chargers) you're not really starting another platform adding 12V to a 20V setup any more than you are adding 20V powerstacks at more than twice the 12V battery price.

It's cool to go with "Moar Power" though. Let us know what you think of it when you get it.

 

[Renegade1LI]

I have about 6 power stacks & I like the lighter weight especially in a drill or small impact for carpentry work. The PS with an atomic impact works great, even use them in the 7 1/4" miter saw & portable saw, they really work great for trim work. There is something to be said for the smaller lighter weight batteries.

 

[decableguy2000]

Since the Dewalt 12V are cheap as chips comparatively and charge in the same chargers (except the 20V fast chargers) you're not really starting another platform adding 12V to a 20V setup any more than you are adding 20V powerstacks at more than twice the 12V battery price.

It's cool to go with "Moar Power" though. Let us know what you think of it when you get it.

I would still have to get a least 2 12v batteries, at least the power stacks I can use on all of other tools. It has nothing to do with more power. Its not like I'm going to hang a flex volt or 8ah off the thing, but I could.

 

[WWheeler]

I would still have to get a least 2 12v batteries, at least the power stacks I can use on all of other tools. It has nothing to do with more power. Its not like I'm going to hang a flex volt or 8ah off the thing, but I could.

Fair points.

For anyone else gathering info considering these tools I picked up two 2ah 12V Max at Lowes on sale for $59 and regularly see them on sale for around that. Lowes at the time also had a 2ah and 5ah IIRC 12V combo with a charger for $99 but the 2ah seems to last all day in the ratchet so I don't see the benefit of a larger one for my set of tools and I certainly do not need another charger (I have at least 6 of the things already)

 

[GeoBruin]

I'm a fan of the PS batteries as well. I picked one up on a buy a tool get a battery promo they had at HD a while back and while I was in line, I heard a contractor in line behind me say they need another dewalt battery like a hole in their head, so I offered them $20 for their "free" battery and came home with 2.

They've lived in my drill and impact driver ever since.

 

[Xcursion88]

Ordered the ratchet at HD today and some powerstacks off Ebay. I don't have any Dewalt 12v tools and didn't want to start another platform.

Except..........

Think about this...

The underhood light I just got uses all of them.
12, 20 and 60

I use 12v 3ah battery in the dcf503b I have and as I reviewed in another thread that combo is perfect. No excess battery sticking out...great run time. Can use pretty much all day on singke charge.

 

[Renegade1LI]

I have an impact, drill & laser that are 12 volt, just another battery. I wouldn't buy them again, I would rather invest in the 20 volt PS batteries with the atomic line, but I bought the 12 volt a few years ago. Smaller & lighter has it's place, bigger heavier flexvolts work out great for chain saws, trimmers, table saw, each battery has it's place & I like having the option of matching battery to tool.

 

[decableguy2000]

Used the 3/8 20v ratchet tonight doing the brakes on my daughters car. I need to learn throttle control. Never had a cordless ratchet before. I don't have the power stacks yet, but seem to run stout with 3ah battery. As far as the under hood light goes that's on order to. No 12volts yet. It is about 3/4 to in inch longer than the 12v.

 

[bubinga]

Used the 3/8 20v ratchet tonight doing the brakes on my daughters car. I need to learn throttle control. Never had a cordless ratchet before. I don't have the power stacks yet, but seem to run stout with 3ah battery. As far as the under hood light goes that's on order to. No 12volts yet. It is about 3/4 to in inch longer than the 12v.

What electric ratchet do you have?
Does it have the torque to break loose the caliper slider bolts?

 

[decableguy2000]

What electric ratchet do you have?
Does it have the torque to break loose the caliper slider bolts?

DCF513
This car it did, however the are only torqued to 22ftlbs.

 

[mrvm]

What electric ratchet do you have?
Does it have the torque to break loose the caliper slider bolts?

The length of these cordless ratchets offer the leverage to break most rusty tight nuts loose before applying power

 

[WWheeler]

The length of these cordless ratchets offer the leverage to break most rusty tight nuts loose before applying power

That's exactly how they get used. Torque Test Channel torqued over 200ftlbs by hand with the new 12V Dewalt and several Milwaukees as part of their testing. As far as how they fare just by pulling the trigger the Dewalt 12V is rated at 60ftlbs and did 67ftlbs in their testing. The Milwaukees all fell below that, although their 'high torque' was close.

Dewalt's 20V is rated to 70ftlbs IIRC. It'll be interesting to see what it actually tests at. That said, none of these are going to be breaking a lot of stuff loose at that level but the Dewalt being a bit stronger can save a bit more time over their counterparts in red doing those start and finish parts by hand. I'd be careful with it for some stuff though. I wouldn't, for example, want to go all out with the Dewalt tightening something like a drain plug spec'd at ~25ftlbs.

 

[mrvm]

Added a “yellow”HF shelf, magnetic towel holder, glove box and spray can rack on the side of my Dewalt tool cabinet. More functional accessories….

 

[Xcursion88]

Oh yes I did....

 

[Xcursion88]

This thing gets the hell beat out of it every damn day.

The combo of the DGF901 and 5AH 12 volt plus swivel sockets makes it the go-to for about 90 percent.

Even lug nuts provided owner/tech didn't king kong them on.

 

[mrvm]

Costco has this 24” fan for $99. Ought to keep things a bit cooler in the garage.

 

[mrvm]

If interested the Dewalt drum fan is $149-50 for limited time. Item# 2240010
Model DXF-2490

 

[Xcursion88]

If interested the Dewalt drum fan is $149-50 for limited time. Item# 2240010
Model DXF-2490

I looked ...
How did you score that for $99

 

[mrvm]

I looked ...
How did you score that for $99

$99 is IN store price I paid and it's $169 online. Been on sale early May and got posted on SD on 5/22/22. Don't know when the $99 deal is over but my local store was sold out but the manager looked up a nearby Costco that had 18 left.

DeWalt 24" Heavy Duty Industrial Drum Fan (DXF-2490) on sale for $99 ( in-stock / price check) valid in-store only at participating locations.

 

[decableguy2000]

Used the DCF513 more yesterday. This time with a power stack battery. The more I use the more I'm liking it. Also picked up the DCF891 yesterday, didn't get to use it yet. If it has the beans that the videos show my 899 may get shelved for a while.

 

[GaryM909]

I just bought the DCG426B variable speed die grinder yesterday. I plan on using my 9ah batteries with it because they are the only ones I own. I am sure it will be very unbalanced but it will work until I figure out what battery size would work best for my needs.

 

[bubinga]

Used the DCF513 more yesterday. This time with a power stack battery. The more I use the more I'm liking it. Also picked up the DCF891 yesterday, didn't get to use it yet. If it has the beans that the videos show my 899 may get shelved for a while.

Is the DCF891B the same size as the DCF894B?

 

[decableguy2000]

Is the DCF891B the same size as the DCF894B?

They are very close, will try to get a side by side picture later.

 

[Renegade1LI]

Some more yellow stuff, I love the 20v grease gun, especially the tractor with backhoe has a lot of fittings. A few smaller tough system cases.

 

[Renegade1LI]

And the cases

 

[Renegade1LI]

My power stack wood working box, you get use to the less weight quick. Just need to have charged ones ready, they work great with the atomic tools.

 

[Xcursion88]

The ratchet sounds like the perfect candidate for the Powerstack batteries.

(Image Credit: Tool Guyd)

The thing with ratchets I've found is often times I'm in very tight spaces otherwise I just use the DCF901 and swivel impacts.
The 12 volt foot print is small and with ratchets in tight spaces that little difference between the power stack 20v/20v ratchet versus the 12v battery and 12v ratchet can mean fit or no fit.

Moreover 12v are fairly inexpensive and I just got word from a DeWalt person that like with the underhood light don't be surprised to see more items hit accommodating all three batteries, 12 20 and 60...like the light.

The size difference of the 12v to 20v even in powerstack form is paramount to me using the 3/8 ratchet or the dcf901

That said if something works for you that's all that matters

 

[GeoBruin]

The thing with ratchets I've found is often times I'm in very tight spaces otherwise I just use the DCF901 and swivel impacts.
The 12 volt foot print is small and with ratchets in tight spaces that little difference between the power stack 20v/20v ratchet versus the 12v battery and 12v ratchet can mean fit or no fit.

Moreover 12v are fairly inexpensive and I just got word from a DeWalt person that like with the underhood light don't be surprised to see more items hit accommodating all three batteries, 12 20 and 60...like the light.

The size difference of the 12v to 20v even in powerstack form is paramount to me using the 3/8 ratchet or the dcf901

That said if something works for you that's all that matters

Oh I hear you, that's why I always us CP batteries with my Milwaukee ratchet

 

[subroc]

My power stack wood working box, you get use to the less weight quick. Just need to have charged ones ready, they work great with the atomic tools.

Nice.

 

[decableguy2000]

Another Dewalt opportunity presented it's self last night. Got home from dinner and no power. The DCL050 and my new under hood got used for about 5 hours. Both on low power. The under hood light with its ability to fold up and stand gives it so much more purpose IMHO.

 

[decableguy2000]

The 891 vs 894, the 891 is about 1/4-3/8"' longer snout

 

[bubinga]

The 891 vs 894, the 891 is about 1/4-3/8"' longer snout

Oh, that's nothing.
How do you like the 899?
Thanks for taking the picture.

 

[decableguy2000]

The 899 is great other than being big and heavy. Haven't used an air impact since I got it. Haven't found any thing it wouldn't take apart.

 

[bubinga]

The 899 is great other than being big and heavy. Haven't used an air impact since I got it. Haven't found any thing it wouldn't take apart.

That's what I heard. (big and heavy)
I was hoping to see some close outs on the 899, because DeWalt is supposed to release a new Hi torque.
I don't know if it's out yet.
I have the 894 right now. It's a good little gun too.
Thanks again.

 

[Xcursion88]

That's what I heard. (big and heavy)
I was hoping to see some close outs on the 899, because DeWalt is supposed to release a new Hi torque.
I don't know if it's out yet.
I have the 894 right now. It's a good little gun too.
Thanks again.

Might I suggest a different angle....

If you're only running 20v batteries take a look at the dcf921

And then pick up a dcf899 should you need the big artillery.

My shop has countless air guns, etc...

I can't tell you the last time I used air for an impact gun large or small.
I use a dcf901 for everything...and I do mean everything. The 12 volt foot print is small and armed with swivel sockets I can get that almost on anything. I even do lug nuts with it. If someone went king kong on a lug nut or fastener I get the heavy artillery out.. the dcf899

I suggested the dcf921 to you because it's small like the dcf901 but on a 20 volt platform figuring you'd want to stay with one battery voltage type.

 

[Crowbarman55]

I just heard in the Jenkins report that DeWalt is dropping the yellow and going to switch to purple in the forth quarter of 2022.

Sorry, nevermind wrong DeWalt.