DEWALT DC970K-2 18-Volt Drill/Driver Kit Review
Features and Specifications
The DC970K-2 Drill/Driver has a dual speed control that ranges from 0-450/0-1500 RPM. Due to this and because of a high performance motor it delivers a maximum power of 380 unit watts out and an optimal performance while working on job-specific applications.
The DEWALT DC970K-2 has a 1/2-inch single sleeve keyless ratcheting chuck for tighter bit grip. It is 14.8 x 13.5 x 4.7 inches of size and weighs only 5.2 pounds that makes a tool to be used for an extended works.
The DEWALT DC970K-2 18-Volt Drill/Driver Kit includes a 18-Volt Cordless 1/2-inch Compact Drill Driver, two 18-Volt Ni-Cad batteries, one-hour charger and drill/driver carrying case.
User Reviews and Feedback:
To provide more detailed information about DC970K-2 Drill/Driver, we have questioned people and companies who have used this tool and shared their good and bad feedback about this product.
The battery
The two batteries kit is very appreciated by the users as it allows working a full day without swapping. You may need to swap more often when using a 1 wood drill bit going through very dry fir beams/joists. One of the users said he was able to build a 4-level 9x7 shelf made out of wood using one battery for an entire job.
Moreover, when one battery is being used, the second one may be charging, this way allowing using a drill/driver even quicker. Therefore, due to its power and two batteries provided in the DEWALT DC970K-2 kit, most of users find it as a drill that can be used for pretty much anything.
Power and performance
The DEWALT DC970K-2 Drill/Driver is found to be small, but very smooth and powerful tool. For example, it can easily screw in 3 construction screws into dry fir.
This tool has no cord, but charges very quickly. According to some people, DC970K-2 is great for flooring applications; it has a really nice slow speed to make sure you are starting steady.
The price:
Many customers agree that the price of the DEWALT DC970K-2 drill is well corresponding to its functions, and especially the kit which includes two batteries, charger and a carrying case.
The Pros:
- High performance motor
- Dual speed range for an optimal performance
- Small drill/driver that helps it to fit into the tightest areas
- Light in weight which reduces user fatigue
The Cons:
- While most of the customers were very satisfied with a functionality of the batteries, a very few of them complained about the battery-life. We remind that there are two batteries included in the package, so you can replace them anytime.
Overall Rating
We have read lots of reviews online and have questioned several people and companies who have used this specific drill. We could conclude that if you need a small and light but very powerful drill with a dual speed control, DEWALT DC970K-2 18-Volt Drill/Driver Kit is the best choice you can make!