DEWALT DCK211S2 12-Volt Max Drill/Driver / Impact Driver Combo Kit
Product Description
The DEWALT 12-Volt Max Drill/Driver and Impact Driver are both ergonomically designed for use in small spaces, and include LEDs. The drill/driver delivers a 189-unit-watt output, and features a two-speed gearbox with a 15-position clutch. The impact driver offers up to 79 foot-pounds of torque and a 1/4-inch chuck that can be loaded with one hand for convenience. Part of DEWALT's compact line of 12-volt rechargeable tools, these drivers use 12-volt max lithium-ion battery packs that offer 1.1 Ah.
At 7-1/2 inches long, the 3/8-inch drill/driver is designed to fit into small spaces, providing secure penetration without damaging screw heads from angled driving attempts. The compact body of the driver means you can apply maximum leverage, enabling you to get the most from this drill/driver's 189-unit-watt output. The 15-position clutch works in conjunction with a two-speed gearbox so you get precisely the amount of torque and delivery best suited to your application.
Additionally, the drill/driver's single LED--mounted radially around the barrel--will light your target area to provide better visibility.
Powerful and Easy to UseThe impact driver offers 3,400 impacts per minute and up to 79 foot-pounds of torque. The 1/4-inch chuck can be operated with one hand, so loading bits up to 1 inch is a quick and easy. The driver features a built-in belt clip, three barrel-mounted LEDs, and reverse for additional ease of use.
Quick-Charging, Long-Lasting Battery Packs
This kit comes with two 12-volt max lithium-ion battery packs, each with 1.1 Ah. The recharge time of these battery packs is between 30 minutes and 1 hour.
Warranty Information
This DEWALT tool comes with a three-year limited warranty, a one-year free service contract, and a 90-day money-back guarantee.
What's in the Box
Drill driver, impact driver, two lithium-ion battery packs, charger, two belt clips, and bag.
- Compact, lightweight design fits into tight areas
- 3 LED Lights provide visibility without shadows
- One-handed loading 1/4" hex chuck accepts 1" bit tips
- 79 ft-lbs max torque
- Three-year limited warranty; one-year free service contract
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
The perfect compact drill for women...and men January 5, 2011
By J. Cullen
Pros:
- compact, short, lightweight = a joy to use
- slim handle is great for smaller hands (e.g. women, kids)
- one-handed chuck uses all types of bits
- good high end speed for drilling
- well balanced
- stands upright; belt hook
- comes with an impact wrench
- excellent battery life between uses
- relatively inexpensive for additional battery packs (30 USD)
- powerful enough for 98% of my drilling/driving needs
- UPDATE: 90 day money back guarantee (which I ended up using)
Cons:
- LED lighting isn't as good as the hex chuck version of this drill
- the one handed chuck adds length as compared to the hex chuck version of this drill
- not cheap (but worth the price I think)
- UPDATE: the impact wrench failed after light use
Dewalt was little late in releasing their compact driver drills (Bosch has had one for years), but they really set themselves apart for the rest with this one.
I think this category of drill is perfect for most homeowners. Bosch, Porter-Cable, Makita, Milwaukee, Dewalt, and others all make ultra compact 12V lithium ion driver/drills. They are all a vast improvement over previous options because:
1) Lightweight: e.g. drilling over you head to hang pictures
2) Lithium Ion Batteries: don't lose as much charge between uses
3) Compact: can fit your drill in tight places
All manufacturers except Dewalt put the battery in the handle which makes for a beefy handle and an off balance drill. Dewalt puts the battery at the bottom which balances the drill and allows it to have a more ergonomic grip. My wife tried some of the other drills with the battery in the handle and found them awkward to hold because of the size of the grip. She loves this one.... Read more ›
- compact, short, lightweight = a joy to use
- slim handle is great for smaller hands (e.g. women, kids)
- one-handed chuck uses all types of bits
- good high end speed for drilling
- well balanced
- stands upright; belt hook
- comes with an impact wrench
- excellent battery life between uses
- relatively inexpensive for additional battery packs (30 USD)
- powerful enough for 98% of my drilling/driving needs
- UPDATE: 90 day money back guarantee (which I ended up using)
Cons:
- LED lighting isn't as good as the hex chuck version of this drill
- the one handed chuck adds length as compared to the hex chuck version of this drill
- not cheap (but worth the price I think)
- UPDATE: the impact wrench failed after light use
Dewalt was little late in releasing their compact driver drills (Bosch has had one for years), but they really set themselves apart for the rest with this one.
I think this category of drill is perfect for most homeowners. Bosch, Porter-Cable, Makita, Milwaukee, Dewalt, and others all make ultra compact 12V lithium ion driver/drills. They are all a vast improvement over previous options because:
1) Lightweight: e.g. drilling over you head to hang pictures
2) Lithium Ion Batteries: don't lose as much charge between uses
3) Compact: can fit your drill in tight places
All manufacturers except Dewalt put the battery in the handle which makes for a beefy handle and an off balance drill. Dewalt puts the battery at the bottom which balances the drill and allows it to have a more ergonomic grip. My wife tried some of the other drills with the battery in the handle and found them awkward to hold because of the size of the grip. She loves this one.... Read more ›
Words cannot express how glad I am these exist. October 14, 2011
I have the 5 piece Dewalt 20v Max kit and use the crap out of it and it continues to impress me, but the hammer drill/driver and to a point the impact driver are a bit chunky and heavy, so I went on a search for something more compact. Seeing as how the 20v max charger will charge the 12v battery, buying this seemed like a no brainier. Both are very lightweight, built well and perform flawlessly. I tested the impact driver with a variety of screws and lag bolts and to be quite frank, it surprisingly drove everything the 20v MAX impact driver did, albeit a bit slower and with about half the runtime. The Drill/Driver was amazing as well.
Also worth noting, these are actually 10.8 volt tools (Like all the rest of the subcompact tools available). Like other companies, Dewalt has fallen in-line and started going with MAX ratings. Meaning the batteries are only 12 volts when not under load. Audio companies have been doing this for years, so I guess it was only a matter of time before tool manufacturers started this practice. But don't let the rating fool you...They perform like nothing I've ever seen for this size and weight.
NOTE: Amazon has the Impact Driver listed as 79 inch pounds of torque. This is a mistake. Its actually 79 FOOT pounds, which equates to 948 inch pounds. And I believe every word of it.
IMPACT DRIVER: This thing has great ergonomics. Very balanced and feels good in the hand. I used the Milwaukee M12 for about a day and couldn't wait to stop using it. It's top heavy and the battery doesn't compensate enough which causes wrist fatigue fairly quickly. This Dewalt is quite light, but backs it's light weight with a ton of torque. As others have said, it's quite powerful for it's size. It'll drive 3 inch screws and drives them like a knife through butter.... Read more ›
Perfect for home projects, with one major problem January 16, 2012
Also worth noting, these are actually 10.8 volt tools (Like all the rest of the subcompact tools available). Like other companies, Dewalt has fallen in-line and started going with MAX ratings. Meaning the batteries are only 12 volts when not under load. Audio companies have been doing this for years, so I guess it was only a matter of time before tool manufacturers started this practice. But don't let the rating fool you...They perform like nothing I've ever seen for this size and weight.
NOTE: Amazon has the Impact Driver listed as 79 inch pounds of torque. This is a mistake. Its actually 79 FOOT pounds, which equates to 948 inch pounds. And I believe every word of it.
IMPACT DRIVER: This thing has great ergonomics. Very balanced and feels good in the hand. I used the Milwaukee M12 for about a day and couldn't wait to stop using it. It's top heavy and the battery doesn't compensate enough which causes wrist fatigue fairly quickly. This Dewalt is quite light, but backs it's light weight with a ton of torque. As others have said, it's quite powerful for it's size. It'll drive 3 inch screws and drives them like a knife through butter.... Read more ›
Perfect for home projects, with one major problem January 16, 2012
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This combination set of a drill/driver and impact driver is perfect for the weekend handyman. The tools are beautifully balanced, with the center of gravity for both being right behind the trigger...when you hold it, it's not either top heavy or bottom heavy. Since the battery isn't in the handle (unlike the Milwaukee, Bosch and Porter Cable), the grip is perfect for someone with smaller hands. The metal belt clip mounts to either side of the tool, so it can be easily used by both right-handed and left-handed people. The torque is more than adequate for 95% of the things I do. When I need something more powerful, I pull out my Milwaukee or DeWalt corded drills. Those beasts will drill through almost anything.
The only problem that I've seen - and it's a serious one - is the chuck on my drill loosens as I use it. The chuck slams to a stop when you release the trigger and the inertia loosens the bit. Torquing down on the chuck doesn't help. I've tried three different chucks, including one designed for hammer drills, and they all loosen...it's not the chuck, it's the drill. See the updates below for more info.
Incidentally, the kit has two batteries and one charger. If you buy the drill and impact driver separately, you end up with four batteries and two chargers. It's unlikely home users of this drill will need the extra two batteries. Commercial users, who might be using the two tools at the same time, may find the additional batteries useful.
Update - 2/1/2012 - I purchased a replacement chuck, but it didn't fit...the sleeve that adjusts the torque setting projects forward slightly and the new chuck jammed against it. The standard DeWalt chuck has a 3/8-24 thread and is 1.67" in diameter. There's roughly 0.05" of clearance between it and the sleeve.... Read more ›
The only problem that I've seen - and it's a serious one - is the chuck on my drill loosens as I use it. The chuck slams to a stop when you release the trigger and the inertia loosens the bit. Torquing down on the chuck doesn't help. I've tried three different chucks, including one designed for hammer drills, and they all loosen...it's not the chuck, it's the drill. See the updates below for more info.
Incidentally, the kit has two batteries and one charger. If you buy the drill and impact driver separately, you end up with four batteries and two chargers. It's unlikely home users of this drill will need the extra two batteries. Commercial users, who might be using the two tools at the same time, may find the additional batteries useful.
Update - 2/1/2012 - I purchased a replacement chuck, but it didn't fit...the sleeve that adjusts the torque setting projects forward slightly and the new chuck jammed against it. The standard DeWalt chuck has a 3/8-24 thread and is 1.67" in diameter. There's roughly 0.05" of clearance between it and the sleeve.... Read more ›
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