Dewalt has a new 20V Max FlexVolt Advantage magnetic drill press, version DCD1623.
The new Dewalt cordless magnetic drill press can be powered by their 20V Max batteries, and delivers an efficiency boost of up to 32% when using a Dewalt DCB609 (9Ah) battery.
Features include a magnetic base and quick-change chuck system that permits tool-free swapping between a 1/2 ″ keyed chuck and 3/4 ″ Weldon Shank chuck.
The Dewalt FlexVolt Advantage magnetic drill press additionally has an E-Clutch safety and security attribute that is developed to reduce power to he device when it discovers tool rotation.
The drill has 2 mechanical gears, each with 5 variable rate settings, for a total of 10 speed ranges, approximately 810 RPM. It can drill as much as a 2 ″ hole in 2 ″ thick architectural steel.
Dewalt markets on their site that this magnetic drill press is “as much as 50% faster vs. rival,” yet I could not find any more context.
Dewalt likewise says that the FlexVolt Benefit magnetic drill press is built to aid prevent device failure because of loss power. It protects to 1/4 ″ as well as thicker steel with an irreversible magnet base that doesn’t require any electric cost.
Key Features & Specs
3/4 ″ Weldon & 1/2 ″ keyed drill chucksDrills up to 40 holes per fee (13/16 ″ opening via 1/2 ″ A36 steel w/ DCB608G battery) Brushless motorE-Clutch safety and security feature810 RPM (no-load) 5.8 ″ drill strokeLED worklightForward/reverse switchWeighs 31.8 lbsFluid storage tank with tubeIncludes chip guard, safety chain, annular cutter ejection pin, 1/2 ″ keyed chuck with essential, set boxTool Attach tracking-capable (chip marketed independently).