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From toolstoptv - Makita 36v adapter to use 2x18v
The 36v shell has a cord back to the power pack which would make conversion to mains very easy (splice in an adapter, and use a 36V DC supply).
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I would like the DE0882 laser pole but Dewalt does not offer that here. Nor does Stanley.
Seems like a gap in the line. I recently bought a Bosch telescoping laser pole but would have got the Dewalt had it been available.
Yeah, it's the telescopic pole DE0882 for the laser. Very nice improvement over the older model
Well, actually I had 1 empty case already reserved for the DCF885 Impact driver as it was on top of my wishlist. So that's no problem
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The ROI for me on cordless tools is a lot worse than the corded tools. In my case because it's just secondary work (part time) my ongoing expenses are the batteries which I don't have with the corded tools.
Last year I replaced most of my 18v tools with the Dewalt 20v max so my 18v/20v tools share a common battery platform (reduce ongoing costs) and I also invested in the Dewalt 12v Max line but Dewalt's 12v line's small so I still don't have a single 12v battery platform.
I have the 24volt adapter (240v) UK.
I have made one for my 12volt and 18volt systems too.
The 12v works a treat.
My 18volt system however, lacks power and gets hot. It needs a higher amp transformer which cost a lot. And are too big to fit in the empty battery case.
My fool proof solution was to buy one, or in my case two or three of each tool.
I always have corded and cordless tools with me although I use the cordless tools much more.
In fact, the only times I use the corded tools are when:
Routing, Sanding, planing, core drilling, concrete breaking etc. Oops, and Mitre saws, I never bought the cordless one.
All other situations I use cordless tools.
My favourites are the biscuit jointers, drills/drivers/sds, torches, circular saws, recip saws, cut out tools and grinders. My 18v tools definately get used more than all others.
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I have the Delta branded stand which is very similar to this stand. I put a 3/4" plywood top as a portable work table.
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I was testing a new drill I just got and at the same time did a couple of quick tests on the 785 & 985.
The DCD785 ran a 7/8 spade bit into a 2x4 OK. It however stalled using a 7/8 self feed Auger bit.
The DCD985 ran both the 7/8 spade bit & 7/8 self feed auger easily though a 2x4.
these guys are idiots, that was a rubbish review, they didn't do any tests on torque and when the drills started cutting out rather then being honest and saying they cut out too early, they started making excuses like the drill bits dull or they were pushing too hard. i dont care what anyone says but those drills should have been able to go through that timber with that spade bit extremely easily, even on the top gear (which by the way is the correct gear when using a spade bit)
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Hi, my DCD785 (compact hammer drill - 20V Max) is using a Jacobs chuck. I did not realize there was a different chuck being used between the hammer vrs non-hammer.
Only Dewalt's Hammerdrill's use the ROHM chuck. Not sure what they use across the pond, probably ROHM on all the XR/XRP drills.
I've really enjoyed my ROHM pusher on my DC925, 927. DCD950 and 970, but during heavy use it has always self-tighten's to the point where it is extremely difficult to unlock and remove the bit.
I've logged some hours on the 20v Max DCD985 with ROHM's Ratcheting version, and so far so good. I do prefer the ratcheting feel, over the simple "clip" feel on the ROHM Pusher.
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I thought all of the 3-speeds were using Rohm chucks, with the compacts using a Jacobs. My DCD785 is a Jacobs and the DCD985 is Rohm.
I much preferred the self tighting Rohm (XRP) over the rachiting Rohm (20V Max). I've not had a bad experience with either, but most of my tools with Jacobs chucks use a key.
I don't want to make it sounds like Jacobs are lower quality, because they are one of the best. Rohm just has something special with the couple of models that DeWALt chose to use in the DCD970/950 18v models, as well as all of the new 20v MAX models. You will find though that most major drill brands use Jacobs chucks, and a lot of Jacobs models are really great products, but they have sum sub-par models as well. I'm sorry that this probably made it even more confusing than before, but it is what it is!
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Given the OP's post I don't see a heavy side load as likely.
The self feeding auger (and self feeding spade bits) have very aggressive feed rates and therefore need a low speed/high torque gear. With my old XRP you could force the drill but there's no way to do that on the new 20V max. In third gear the electronics shut the drill down even with a 1" self feeding auger into a new 2x4.
I'm not answering the question if they should, just pointing out they can't. The OP's expectation to be able to use largish bits on high speed is not realistic with the newer drills. Also, while you could be aggressive with the old XRP's you may not have gained much anyway..
One finial point on the OP's question. Knowing max torque won't help if you don't want to use the low gear.
That's the point. The DeWALT's (both 18v and 20v MAX) are more than able to do the 2 9/16th inch bits. If you are doing a lot of holes, then obviously you will be happier running a cord, but the point is that the cordless versions will in fact do the application quite well. All that was to say that it sounds odd to me that they are having trouble with such a smaller application unless they are under VERY heavy side load or bind.
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A 2 9/16th self feeding bit seems a little much to ask or expect from a cordless. I use a corded drill for anything over 1 1/2.
I agree a 7/8th should not present any problem. I've used 1 1/4 augers with no problem at all.
I am using a 7/8 inch auger bit or 1 inch spade bits too.
Ok, this does not make any sense. I regularly use 2 9/16th inch self feeds through the 18v and 20v premium drills, and never have a problem. A spade bit or auger of that size should not be any issue at all, unless under extreme side load/binding.
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I have a Bosch MX25, to get me to change it would require more than a color change. Although I would like the tool-less blade change the Bosch feels much better in the hand and that's more important to me.
Bosch has a tool-less blade change in Europe and I expect we will see that here in the new year. Right now I also have the Bosch PS50 multi-X (12V) which I sometimes use with a "second" blade to avoid constantly changing.
If Dewalt does a make-over on the multi-tool (like their 12V/20V Max tools) the decision to add a yellow & black multi-tool would be a whole lot easier for me.
i would buy it in yellow.
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No.
If you need a good compact drill, spend a little extra and get the DCD780/DCD785 compact drill. Paired with the DCF815 it's a good combination for most needs.
The 12V max drill driver I don't have a use for.
wanna sell it?
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These are pretty tipical reviews from TIA. I like their reviews as they come across as honest reviews - "Here's what I think".
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Just a FYI. Some no-clean flux is a good idea when solving the connections. It's quicker and will provide a much better connection.
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TIA did a review of these two drills. Overall not a bad review if you want to check it out:
My only critique of this review is the stalling the drill out with a 3/4 spade bit. I've used my DCD985 with 3/4 Auger bits without a problem in 1st gear. I've not tried my DCD785 but I've got no reason to doubt on speed 1 it would have any issue with a 3/4 Auger bit. They used high gear on both the DCD785 & DCD985 which is probably the reason the electronics intervined.
Anyway, if your interested check out the review. A few weeks ago they did the DCD980 & DCD780 (non-hammer versions) if you leaning in that direction.
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The 12V max drill driver I don't have a use for.
Don't take my comment as knocking the 12V max tools. I like this line, and now the 20V max tools are out, most of my cordless tool purchases are now Dewalt.
What was the tool that you do not have a use for? The drill driver, or the screw driver?
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DCK312S2
What combo kit did you get?
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I got this in a combo kit. Never found a use for it and probably never will.
I have never seen a M12 at a construction site. I only seen a few 12v max, but mostly Dewalt 18v. But I do see all brands. The DCD710 is the most comfortable drill I have ever held to date.
Dewalt 18V permanent power
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I kind of assumed they were sending a message out to their 36V customers that they will shortly be killing off the 36V line and offering this up as a transition option.
I'm not sure about begin the dumbest, if you think about it there is really only two good options here for Makita if they want to kill the line. Fund some kind of trade-in program or do something like this which the users have to pony-up $$$ for. Even if this aggravates their customer base they will be invested in Makita's 18V LXI platform.