Features
- Brushless 20V MAX XR motor for increased runtime and power
- ANTI‑ROTATION system that shuts the tool down during excessive rotational motion
- 3‑speed all‑metal high‑performance transmission
- 1/2 in. ratcheting nitro‑carburized metal chuck with carbide inserts for improved bit retention
- Pivoting 3‑position push‑button LED with a 20‑minute work‑light setting
- Includes XR POWERPACK 8 Ah battery and charger (kit contents included)
- Compatible with TOOL CONNECT chip (chip sold separately)
Specifications
| Battery Capacity (Ah) | 8 |
| Battery Type | 20V MAX* |
| Chuck Size (In) | 1/2 |
| Brushless | Yes |
| Has Led Light | Yes |
| Has Perform & Protect | Yes |
| Has Secondary Handle | Yes |
| Has Variable Speed | Yes |
| Number Of Speed Settings | 3 |
| Number Of Clutch Positions | 11 |
| No Load Speed (Rpm) | 0–450 / 0–1,200 / 0–2,000 |
| No Load Stroke Rate | 0–450 / 0–1,200 / 0–2,000 |
| No Load Speed (Bpm) | 0–8,500 / 0–22,100 / 0–38,250 |
| Power Output (W) | 1530 |
| Max. Power (Mwo) | 1530 |
| Holes Per Charge (Test Condition) | Up to 275 holes per charge (using DCB2108 battery and specified test conditions) |
| Product Length (In) | 7.6 |
| Product Height (In) | 8.6 |
| Product Width (In) | 2.9 |
| Weight (W/O Battery) (Lbs) | 4.1 |
| Product Weight (Lbs) | 4.1 |
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Cordless, brushless 20V MAX hammer drill with a 1/2 in. ratcheting metal chuck and three-speed transmission. The tool has an all‑metal transmission, a pivoting 3‑position LED work light, and an anti‑rotation system that stops the motor if excessive rotational motion is detected. It is designed for use in confined spaces and is compatible with DEWALT TOOL CONNECT chip (chip sold separately). The kit includes an 8 Ah XR POWERPACK battery, charger, side handle, belt hook and kit bag.
Project Ideas
Business
Mobile Masonry Mounting Service
Offer same-day installation of TVs, shelves, handrails, curtain rods, and heavy decor into brick, block, or concrete using the hammer drill and appropriate anchors. Provide tidy cable management and patching. Flat-rate pricing per hole or per item for predictable costs.
Concrete Planter & Home Decor Microbrand
Produce geometric concrete planters, candle holders, and side tables by mixing with the drill and finishing pieces with clean drainage/fixture holes. Sell via local markets and online, offering custom sizes and colors. Upsell bundled sets for patios and office desks.
Retail Sign & Fixture Installation
Specialize in mounting storefront signs, menu boards, shelving, and ADA-compliant hardware into masonry and steel using the 3-speed drill. Offer after-hours installs to minimize downtime. Package services with site survey, anchor selection, and load documentation.
Security Camera & Smart Doorbell Installs
Install wired and wireless cameras and doorbells on brick/stone, drilling anchor points cleanly and sealing penetrations. Provide alignment, app setup, and cable concealment. Offer bundle pricing for multi-camera properties and annual maintenance checks.
Property Punch-List Handyman
Serve landlords and realtors with rapid turnover tasks: mounting blinds, curtain rods, closet hardware, grab bars, smoke/CO detectors, and address plaques on mixed surfaces. The tool’s LED and anti-rotation features boost speed and safety in tight spaces. Bill per visit with tiered task bundles.
Creative
River-Stone and Wood LED Lamp
Drill clean pass-throughs in river stones using hammer mode and carbide masonry bits, then stack them on a dowel with wiring routed inside. The pivoting LED helps aim through irregular stone shapes. Mount the stack on a hardwood base and add a dimmable LED bulb for a sculptural, organic lamp.
Floating Live-Edge Shelf with Hidden Rods
Use the 1/2 in. chuck to drive long auger or brad-point bits and drill deep, straight holes in a live-edge slab for steel support rods. Switch to hammer mode to set masonry anchors in brick or concrete walls. The 3-speed transmission gives control for clean, splinter-free drilling in hardwood.
Geometric Concrete Planters
Mix small batches of concrete with a 1/2 in. mixing paddle on low speed, pour into DIY foam or plywood molds, then demold and finish. After curing, use hammer mode to add precise drainage holes. Create sets with different facets and stains for a modern, cohesive collection.
Outdoor Climbing Wall Panel
Build a framed plywood bouldering panel and securely fasten it to a masonry wall using wedge anchors drilled with the hammer function. The anti-rotation system helps when bits bind in concrete. Add holds with T-nuts on the panel for a compact backyard training wall.
Pergola/Trellis with Masonry Post Bases
Cut and pre-drill pilot holes in lumber at low speed, then switch to hammer mode to set concrete anchors for post bases on a patio. The LED work light makes layout and drilling easier at dusk. Finish with climbing vines or string lights for a stylish outdoor feature.