DEWALT Bare-Tool DCS370B 18-Volt Cordless Band Saw (Tool Only, No Battery)
Product Description
The DEWALT 18V Heavy Duty Cordless Band Saw has a 2 1/2" cut capacity that allows it to make cuts in up to 2" SCH 40 pipe. It has superior balance and ergonomics that allows for more accurate cuts and less user fatigue. It has an integrated hang hook that allows the user to hang the saw without damaging the front handle or base. The Blade tracking adjustment increases blade life by providing better blade tracking and it has a tool less blade changing lever that loosens the blade tension to allow for quick easy blade changes. The dual bearing blade guide rollers provide increased durability in the blade support system. It has ergonomic soft grip back handle that provides comfort and flexibility.
- 1/2" cut capacity cuts up to 2" SCH 40 pipe
- Superior balance and ergonomics allows for more accurate cuts and less user fatigue
- Integrated hang hook allows user to hang the saw without damaging the front handle or base
- Blade tracking adjustment increases blade life by providing better blade tracking
- Tool less blade changing lever loosens blade tension to allow for blade change
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
Nice tool September 30, 2012 By kim
This portable bandsaw is great for tradesmen who frequently cut metal, like myself, a commercial plumber. This tool is awesome because I don't have to use a tubing cutter and wreck my wrists. Being cordless is great for working off a lift too.
This would be even better for an electrician.
I have used the Milwuakee bandsaw as well and it is probably superior. It can cut up to 3 1/4" whereas the DeWalt only goes to 2 1/2". Actually not a huge deal but advantage goes to Milwuakee. DeWalt batteries are cheaper though. DeWalt saw also has a hook that I love. The grip is differant too, I think I prefer the Milwaukee style grip, the Dewalt is "overhead" so to speak and Milwuakee's is at an angle. Not a huge deal, and you get used too either. The DeWalt saw also has no breaks so after you release the trigger it'll go for another second, annoying. Milwuakee's has breaks. Milwuakee also has a quick release on the blade guard that is supposed to be an advantage(so you can make flush cuts against a wall) but I find this feature annoying. Everytime you set down the Milwuakee down the little guard goes in the up position, not ideal. The trigger saftey on both saws are annoying, but I prefer the Dewalt's style, but I will likely mod it eventually so I don't have to bother with it. The Milwaukee feels heavier to me but I have never weighed them.
So why did I choose DeWalt? I have many Dewalt cordless tools, batteries, chargers, and the radio and this is the main reason. Even though Milwaukee's is slightly superior to me, having one set of batteries and chargers in more important. I also think the DeWalt drills and sawzalls(cordless) are better so I won't be switching to Milwuakee anytime soon.
Portable bandsaw August 16, 2012
This would be even better for an electrician.
I have used the Milwuakee bandsaw as well and it is probably superior. It can cut up to 3 1/4" whereas the DeWalt only goes to 2 1/2". Actually not a huge deal but advantage goes to Milwuakee. DeWalt batteries are cheaper though. DeWalt saw also has a hook that I love. The grip is differant too, I think I prefer the Milwaukee style grip, the Dewalt is "overhead" so to speak and Milwuakee's is at an angle. Not a huge deal, and you get used too either. The DeWalt saw also has no breaks so after you release the trigger it'll go for another second, annoying. Milwuakee's has breaks. Milwuakee also has a quick release on the blade guard that is supposed to be an advantage(so you can make flush cuts against a wall) but I find this feature annoying. Everytime you set down the Milwuakee down the little guard goes in the up position, not ideal. The trigger saftey on both saws are annoying, but I prefer the Dewalt's style, but I will likely mod it eventually so I don't have to bother with it. The Milwaukee feels heavier to me but I have never weighed them.
So why did I choose DeWalt? I have many Dewalt cordless tools, batteries, chargers, and the radio and this is the main reason. Even though Milwaukee's is slightly superior to me, having one set of batteries and chargers in more important. I also think the DeWalt drills and sawzalls(cordless) are better so I won't be switching to Milwuakee anytime soon.
Portable bandsaw August 16, 2012
By kompewterz
Every time I cut pipes and strut with a portaband I smile because I remember how long I did it with a recip saw and how much harder it is that way. This bandsaw in comparison to my Milwaukee Deep Cut Corded cuts at the same speed as 3 (out of 4 speeds) on the Milwaukee. However, a regular bandsaw is a much larger tool to drag out for just three or so cuts on small material like strut. It takes up a lot of room on your job cart. That's where this little guy comes in. Dewalt made one small enough to fit in a 5 gallon bucket. Great for aerial work from lifts. Threaded rod too long and you've already put it in the beam clamp, no problem just nip it off with this. It will cut up to 2" Sch 80 pipe (2 1/2"). I haven't tested the battery to death but it easily made 10 cuts on uni-strut and still had plenty to go. This is a Stout bandsaw in disguise, but uses your Dewalt batteries. It's weight distribution allows for one handed cuts freeing your other hand to hold material. If you have this and a Tri-Vise its a lot more portable than a full size portaband and tristand. It has a nice built in hang hook.
The blades are easy to find here on Amazon and Grainger. Some other reviewer had smoked up some info about discontinued tool and can't get blades (i don't know where he got that info from, but it's false) If they were to discontinue a tool why would they start selling it as a lithium ion kit recently. The DW3986C blades are easy to find. 32 7/8" x .020. The blades require a little more finesse and patience in getting them in and out of the saw compared to my Milwaukee. Mine did not come with a bag or box from Dewalt - I bought the Bare tool.
I think it's a great tool for commercial plumbing and electrical service work and it can be a useful asset to commercial construction projects as well.... Read more ›
18-Volt Cordless Band Saw from Amazon June 27, 2012
The blades are easy to find here on Amazon and Grainger. Some other reviewer had smoked up some info about discontinued tool and can't get blades (i don't know where he got that info from, but it's false) If they were to discontinue a tool why would they start selling it as a lithium ion kit recently. The DW3986C blades are easy to find. 32 7/8" x .020. The blades require a little more finesse and patience in getting them in and out of the saw compared to my Milwaukee. Mine did not come with a bag or box from Dewalt - I bought the Bare tool.
I think it's a great tool for commercial plumbing and electrical service work and it can be a useful asset to commercial construction projects as well.... Read more ›
18-Volt Cordless Band Saw from Amazon June 27, 2012
By C. Rogers
Amazon Verified Purchase
Purchased for my son; a master electrician. Following are his comments: "Truly impressed - a heavy five out of five. Good weight and balance and comfortable to use. Safety features are very good. Just what he needed for his line of work."
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