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ToolGuyd > Power Tools > Cordless > The Top 5 New Dewalt Tools From Their 2017 Media Event

The Top 5 New Dewalt Tools From Their 2017 Media Event

Aug 23, 2017 Stuart 94 Comments

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Dewalt Experience 2017 Logo

Dewalt Experience 2017, the yellow team’s new tool media, was quite exciting this year.

No, there weren’t any major new developments like last year’s FlexVolt launch, but Dewalt still debuted some very appealing and next-level new tools.

Transparency: As is typical in the industry, Dewalt covered our airfare, group meals, and hotel accommodations.

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Dewalt Cowboy Hat

This year’s event was in Nashville, Tennessee. ARGH! I left Nashville on Saturday, 2 days before the total eclipse.

There were cowboy hats, a professional bull riding event, old friends, new acquaintances, and Jimmy Diresta.

Here’s a quick look of the 5 tools that stood out to me most, plus an honorable mention and 1 other tool that doesn’t really count. They’re all said to be available starting in Fall 2017, except the mower.

0: Dewalt 20V Max Cordless Brushless Lawn Mower

Dewalt 20V Max 2-Battery Cordless Lawn Mower

There was a new 20V Max 2-battery lawn mower that was whooshed off the display floor early on. Nobody could or would talk about the mower, but there is a press release with some details.

The new DCMW220 mower has a 20″ metal deck, features a brushless motor, and is compatible with 2x 20V Max or FlexVolt battery packs.

It has a folding handle for upright storage, a carrying handles, and LED light.

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This one’s 0 on my list, because I know a lot of you want to hear about it, but I don’t know enough to be excited yet. It’ll be out in early 2018.

Dewalt FlexVolt Rear-Handle FlexVolt Framing Saw

Dewalt FlexVolt Rear Handle Saw

I didn’t have a good opportunity to demo the new Dewalt brushless framing saw, but I did observe a couple of different people cutting with it.

Each and every one of the testers released a whoa or similar at the conclusion of the cut.

Handling it, the saw seemed to be well-balanced and felt lighter than I would have expected.

The new saw, DCS577, has a 7-1/4″, bevel capacity of 53°, stops at 45° and 22.5°, magnesium shoe, brushless motor, rafter hook, and 2-7/16″ depth of cut that Dewalt says is similar to [that of] worm drive saws.

It’ll be priced at $259 for the bare tool, $369 for the 6.0Ah FlexVolt kit, and $399 for the 9.0Ah FlexVolt kit.

Oh, and the new 20V Max brushless saw also now comes with a rafter hook.

Dewalt Carbon Fiber Stapler

Dewalt Carbon Fiber Staple Gun

The new carbon fiber staple gun looks light, feels light, and is a joy to squeeze.

This was one of the few tools I was able to post to our Instagram channel. Someone mentions Milwaukee and Makita’s cordless staplers. While both are impressive. they’re pricier and require extra maintenance in the form of battery care. The Makita has a limited fastener range.

The new Dewalt stapler, DWHT80276, is said to weigh 50% less than an Arrow T50, and also 25% easier to squeeze. It can work with staples 1/4″ to 9/16″, and 18 gauge brads in 1/2″ and 5/8″ lengths.

It’ll be priced at $35.

Dewalt 20V Max Cordless Fan

Dewalt 20V Max Cordless Fan

I LOVED the fan! It’s small, it offers multiple mounting options, multiple power options, a variable speed control dial, and can deliver up to 500 CFM of airflow.

There’s an AC port located behind the battery connection. You’ll need to supply your own standard extension cord if you don’t need or want cordless power.

Best of all, in my opinion at least, was how quiet it was. The event hall was noisy, but even up close the fan had a low and soothing hum. A lot of work went into it, and one of the design requirements was for it to be quiet.

The bare tool will be $99.

Dewalt ToughSystem 3-Drawer Tool Box

Dewalt ToughSystem 3-Drawer Tool Box

Nice! There’s a new 3-drawer – sealed drawer – ToughSystem tool box. The drawers ride on ball bearing slides, and don’t seem to suffer from drooping. There will also be a 2-drawer box.

The price I was given seems lower than I would have expected, and so I’ll wait until it’s on paper in a press release or otherwise confirmed before I pass that info along.

There’s also a new van-mounting racking system coming from Dewalt through a partnership with Sortimo.

Dewalt Folding Work Table

Dewalt Quick Deploy Folding Workbench

Someone recently asked what I thought about Dewalt’s new folding work table. After seeing it in person… WOWZAS!

It opens and closes quickly – in one motion.

There are multiple ways to connect clamps to the table, providing full 100% clamping coverage.

There are limitations. For example, there’s no way to clamp anything to the table for planing, and other top-surface operations might be similarly limited.

It was said that more accessories are in the works, presumable for the dog holes, and I made my wish for horizontal clamps known. In the meantime, a capable DIYer should be able to make their own accessories.

There aren’t any leveling legs, with the reason being it would have diminished the working capacity. I can also see how that could have affected its speed and ease of opening and closing.

Honorable Mention: Dewalt 20V Max Cordless Tripod LED Worklight

Dewalt Tripod LED Worklight

For reasons I can convey by saying *cough* Milwaukee M18 Rocket *cough*, Dewalt’s LED tripod worklight is #6 on my list, but still worth an honorable mention.

The new worklight, DCL079, delivers up to 3,000 lumens of light. There are 3 brightness settings, and it’ll last a day’s work shift on low, and at least thru lunch on medium. Or was it a work shift on medium and thru lunch on high? Sorry, I was moving so fast I couldn’t take enough notes.

If I recall correctly, this was for a 6.0Ah battery. The worklight can also accommodate FlexVolt battery packs.

It IS water- and dust-resistant, although I don’t recall the exact rating.

There’s no AC power option, as Dewalt’s research showed end users preferred a cordless solution that could last a work day over one that could be powered by battery or AC.

Dewalt Tripod LED Worklight Collapsed

It folds down to a compact and portable size.

I liked it, but I wasn’t too thrilled to see that the feet weren’t caped with non-marring feet. The legs end in sharp-edged hard plastic that might scratch up wood floors if allowed to slide around.

This was a prototype, so we’ll have to see if any rubbery overmolding is added to the construction.

It’ll be priced at $199 bare, or $329 for 6.0Ah kit.

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94 Comments

  1. fred

    Aug 23, 2017

    The carbon fiber stapler looks interesting. Dewalt has a model made from aluminum to cut down on weight:

    https://www.amazon.com/Dewalt-DWHTTR350-Heavy-Duty-Aluminum-Stapler/dp/B005O1MN0A/

    but this probably takes it to another step.

    Their composite hammer tacker

    https://www.amazon.com/Dewalt-DWHTHT450-Heavy-Duty-Hammer-Tacker/dp/B005WKE0EK/

    gets some mixed reviews – but that’s a really different tool.

    Otherwise – I’m kind of underwhelmed by what’s shown, The Saw looks nice – but wonder how it compares to the new Makita 2x18V saw. The fan and light seem to be attempts to compete with Milwaukee offerings. The folding work table – seems nice on a first look – possible for the DIY crowd – but I’d like to see how it holds up in actual commercial use.

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    • Nate

      Aug 23, 2017

      ProToolReview said the Dewalt’s saw smoked the Makita rear handle saw.

      Reply
      • mattd

        Aug 23, 2017

        If you watch the video posted by protoolreviews to say it “smoked” the makita is a bit much. In the vid both the makita and the dewalt were faster than a skil corded worm-drive, and the time between the makita and dewalt was blink and you’ll miss it small, so in the real world you would not really notice any difference in the hand. Still it is nice to see more companies making cordless saws in this form factor as it is what I grew up using.

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        • Benjamen

          Aug 23, 2017

          I think it varied a little from demo to demo. They tried to make it as uniform as possible by using particle board — not plywood like I’ve seen other reviewers say.

          That said, I’m skeptical of any demo like this. It’s too easy to tweak variables to make your product look better.

          I tried out the rear handle saw and I was really impressed — but I have very little experience with a rear handled saw like this.

          The saw went through 3 sheets 3/4″ particle board like butter. You basically just had to push the saw to overcome the friction on the shoe on the wood.

          It sure sprays sawdust everywhere though.

          I also liked the inline battery design with a single Flexvolt. One battery, no bigger than a corded version.

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          • fred

            Aug 23, 2017

            I was first introduced to a worm gear saw by a lead carpenter we hired who was fresh in form building tract houses out in the Valley (as in San Fernando) . We bought some with “Big Foot” attachments – for a multi-house job where gang cutting sheathing made sense. Over the years some of the guys became converts to worm gear saws in general – but most seemed to stay with using sidewinders. Once the cordless revolution hit – sidewinders predominated – but now its nice to see we have some choice – at least as far as handle position and greater power.

    • Stuart

      Aug 23, 2017

      They also have a carbon fiber hammer tacker. I haven’t tried it yet, but perhaps its success green-lighted the stapler.

      Reply
  2. Steve-o in NY

    Aug 23, 2017

    Anything new with T-stak? Also, any chance that they changed the cases on the mechanic’s tool sets to allow them to be compatible with the tough system or T-stak systems?

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    • Stuart

      Aug 23, 2017

      No, and no, but there were some drawer-friendly mechanics sets.

      Reply
  3. JMG

    Aug 23, 2017

    On the light, I agree with Dewalt’s assessment on the lack of a AC power option. I am for anything that will reduce weight and expense on a tool like that, especially if it will operate for most of a shift on one battery. One of the things I do not like about the Makita DML805 is the attached cord for AC power. I would have much preferred a unit without the AC power option, or at the very least a plug point you could use your own cord if needed, instead of having to screw around with a cord that does not have good usable onboard storage points. When I get the time, I will be removing the cord from mine.

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  4. Ralph

    Aug 23, 2017

    Any idea how many cuts per charge you can get with the DSC577?

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  5. Matty

    Aug 23, 2017

    Any word on a lawn mower for there 40 volt landscape line?

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    • Stuart

      Aug 23, 2017

      No word yet.

      The entire lawn & garden tool team was elsewhere, so there wasn’t really anyone to ask.

      It’s certainly possible, but don’t most pro landscapers use ride-arounds instead of walk-behind mowers?

      Going with 2x 20V Max first makes sense as a first mower.

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  6. jtr165

    Aug 23, 2017

    Blown away about the lawn mower…Only because I NEVER would’ve guessed they’d make a 2x 20v tool. Just assumed if they made one it would be 40v (or maybe even 2x 40v), or a 60 or 120v FV…the latter having me questioning runtime (as it would be limited to 3AH at 60 or 120v. My prediction with that was completely wrong.

    Otherwise, happy with what was announced I guess. Nothing that I’m going to need immediately. Still really wish there was a cordless trim router and random orbit sander announced, but oh well.

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    • KenPem

      Aug 24, 2017

      Amen to the need for router & sander!

      Reply
      • Will - Tile Guy

        Aug 26, 2017

        I also have wanted both for some time now. Instead the 1% got the DCE line now over a year before either a router or sander. To rub salt in the wound B&D recently released a 20V sander, thanks.

        Reply
  7. The yeti

    Aug 23, 2017

    Does the work table have a built in WiFi router ? What about the light is it blue tooth ? I need more connected stuff ?.

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    • Nate

      Aug 23, 2017

      No, but you can disable the legs if stolen.

      Reply
      • Chris

        Aug 23, 2017

        ? thanks for that. I’ve had a really crummy day. This put a smile on my face.

        Reply
        • Stuart

          Aug 23, 2017

          Congrats, Chris, you won ToolGuyd’s “because I can” giveaway! Please check your email for details.

          Reply
          • Chris

            Aug 23, 2017

            Hah hey thanks Stuart! I have sent a reply!

            Cheers brother!

          • The yeti

            Aug 23, 2017

            What a nice guy . Love your page Stuart

  8. Raoul

    Aug 23, 2017

    I’m excited for the saw, light, mower, and the mid size impact wrench.

    So was the new framing saw some kindbof hypoid fear or is it direct drive?

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    • Raoul

      Aug 23, 2017

      Sorry for the spellibg. Hypoid gear or direct drive?

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      • Raoul

        Aug 23, 2017

        Spelling. Dang. I think I have a non capacitive spot on my finger.

        Reply
        • The yeti

          Aug 23, 2017

          I have a Samsung. Keeps me spelling stuff wrong . Even when I get it rite the phone is apt to make it wrong . Progress

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    • Benjamen

      Aug 23, 2017

      It’s direct drive.

      Reply
    • Stephen

      Aug 26, 2017

      Where do you see the mid size impact wrench?

      Reply
      • Chance

        Aug 27, 2017

        Search instagram for #toughinthesouth and you should see several pics and vids of the wrench.

        Reply
  9. Mr. Creek

    Aug 23, 2017

    12v and 20v electric stapler, please!

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    • john

      Aug 23, 2017

      This!

      Reply
    • Chris

      Aug 23, 2017

      Curious as to what that would be like, are you talking about a regular staple gun? That might look a bit unweildy and heavy with dewalts bulky batteries. Where as it makes sense for Milwaukees m12 stapler due to the compact form of the batteries.

      Now if you were talking about a stapler that uses those big staples for holding up electric wire, that might work if it had the same form factor as dewalts nail guns.

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      • fred

        Aug 25, 2017

        Maybe there are others – but the staple guns that I know of that drive insulated staples for wiring are the manual Arrow T59 and T72, the Powerfast 12-14NMR-B and Gardner Bender Cable Boss.

        There are other staple guns used mostly for low voltage wiring using T18, T25, T37 and T75 staples

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        • fred

          Aug 25, 2017

          To be complete, I forgot that there are several different Telecrafter staple guns that drive clips for wiring and PEX tubing:

          https://www.amazon.com/Telecrafter-Products/b/ref=w_bl_hsx_s_hi_web_15121125011?ie=UTF8&node=15121125011&field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=Telecrafter+Products

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  10. Thom

    Aug 23, 2017

    Any idea what the weight capacity of the table is?

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    • David Funk

      Aug 23, 2017

      1000

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    • Whiskey and wood

      Aug 23, 2017

      I think they said 1,000 pounds, but most reviewers said it should be about 1/2 that in reality

      Reply
      • Thom

        Aug 23, 2017

        So comparable to my Keter. I will give them a look when it hits the stores.

        Reply
      • Stuart

        Aug 30, 2017

        I’m sure that the load rating is verified by lab failure testing, and it probably includes a safety factor as well. They wouldn’t rate it at 1,000 lbs if it couldn’t safely hold at least 1,000 lbs.

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  11. David Funk

    Aug 23, 2017

    The saw looks nice, the light looks nice, the new carbon fiber hammers look nice, The drawer unit looks improved for the tough case system & The table looks like it would be handy maybe not the sturdiest But maybe that’s not what I need. I think Dewalt has a good read on the set up quickly, no cords required. Get done and get out approach.

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  12. David Funk

    Aug 23, 2017

    I’m also excited to see the new angle grinders and a grinder.

    Reply
  13. David Funk

    Aug 23, 2017

    Doesn’t look like I’ll get my tough case vacuum this year.?

    Reply
  14. Paul

    Aug 23, 2017

    Love the placement of the battery in the saw! Also love the shout out to Jimmy 😀

    Reply
  15. Chris

    Aug 23, 2017

    I must know more about the cordless die grinder!

    Reply
    • David Funk

      Aug 23, 2017

      Three speed acme tools website for $169.

      Reply
      • David Funk

        Aug 23, 2017

        Has LED lighting 1/4 chuck

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        • Chris

          Aug 23, 2017

          Sounds really cool!

          Reply
      • fred

        Aug 23, 2017

        It looks like most everyone (Bosch, Makita, Metabo, Milwaukee, now has a cordless die grinder – so there must be a market for them. The guys who used our Dotco pneumatics – tried the Makita out and thought it was too big and way underpowered for our uses – maybe this Dewalt is better – but it looks bulky.

        Reply
  16. Koko the Talking Ape

    Aug 23, 2017

    Any idea of the size of the dog holes in the table? Veritas makes a nice line of accessories for surface clamping, but they require 3/4″ holes.

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    • Benjamen

      Aug 23, 2017

      The person demoing the table didn’t know. So I grabbed a tape measure — it was right next to the tape measure display — they are about 3/4″.

      I would suppose they are compatible with 3/4″ dogs — otherwise what’s the point?

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    • Adar

      Aug 24, 2017

      20 millimeters = 3/4″ compatible

      Reply
  17. mike douglas

    Aug 23, 2017

    I´m disappointed !
    no new jigsaw brushless
    nor a barrel grip version

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    • Chris

      Aug 23, 2017

      Jigsaws must be hard to make, that’s why Milwaukee still hasn’t done it ether!

      Reply
      • Blythe M

        Aug 23, 2017

        They have one, just hasn’t been updated in a long time

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      • Mike

        Aug 23, 2017

        Do you really need a brushless jigsaw, how much cutting do you do with a jigsaw, and milwaukee and Dewalts brushed jigsaws are just as powerful as their corded jigsaw I don’t think they are going to rush into to making a brushless jigsaw

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        • Chance

          Aug 23, 2017

          Just because you may not use a cordless jigsaw much doesn’t mean that other guys don’t use them all day long. Sign companies, woodworkers, carpenters, light gauge metal Fab shops, audio install shops are just a few trades that come to mind that use jig saws a lot. Sometimes I am scribing something so wild with such drastic and tight corners that I’ll have to use a jig saw, and it’s not unusual for me to use up most of the battery on one scribe.

          If you think they aren’t working on a new jig saw you are soon to be surprised. . . .

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          • mike douglas

            Aug 24, 2017

            please enlighten me what you mean with
            “soon”

            any rumor is good
            time frame ?
            b of course
            two variants ? inc. Barrel grip
            (private email also welcome if you don´t want to post)

          • Chance

            Aug 26, 2017

            I guess “soon” may have been the wrong choice of word. Definitely not this year.

  18. Yoshi

    Aug 23, 2017

    The mower! Right on!!
    It looks surprisingly looks old school mower though but I don’t care !

    Dewalt rocks!!

    Thanks for the report, Stuart!!

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  19. stan

    Aug 23, 2017

    where are the plumbing pex expanders

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    • Stuart

      Aug 23, 2017

      Coming soon. I tested one, and it worked flawlessly.

      Reply
      • fred

        Aug 23, 2017

        It too works with Milwaukee and Uponor heads. When the Milwaukee tools came out, I suspected that the heads were probably made under license to Uponor or at least conforming to their specs. The Milwaukee tool was immediately better (more compact, more ergonomic) than the pistol-grip Uponor and easier than the earlier manual tools. My take is that once Uponor realized that the heads needed to rotate to avoid causing a crease that might lead to failure (earlier Uponor tools had this issue) – all of the tools produced good results. It was then just a question of how convenient and productive they were to use. Its good to see Dewalt adding to the competition and making the tool in the USA. Now I’d like to see them do the same to compete with the other Milwaukee Force Logic tools – and some of Ridgid’s press tools.

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  20. Blythe M

    Aug 23, 2017

    Kind of a so so year it seems, although the framing saw is definitely a big one. I really appreciate dual power option on all tools that have the potential to be used stationary or room to room/around the site. Things like compressors, fans, lights, radios, etc might be used in the same spot all day, so I’m happy to plug them in because I don’t have a huge fleet of batteries. Depending on the job these same items might be used on a quick repair or tasks all over the site so the cordless aspect is so helpful

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  21. BikerDad

    Aug 23, 2017

    hmmmm… I’m liking (as in “likely purchases for moi) the light, the fan, and the ToughSystem drawer units. Not sure I agree with them about battery only on the light. What they need to do is use the “plug the cord into the tool” approach a la Festool, and then you’re only looking at about 1/2lb more weight.

    I would say I’m surprised that they didn’t go with Flexvolt on the light, but on further reflection, that makes a lot of sense. Had they gone with a 60v or 120v input, they’d have to have more substantial electronics to step the voltage down so the LED(s) don’t go “poof.”

    Does the leg length on the tripod adjust independently?

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    • Chance

      Aug 23, 2017

      The light can use Flexvolt batteries. It wouldn’t make sense to make it a “FlexVolt” light because then you would not be able to use the 20V batteries. This way regardless of what batteries you have you can use them, you will just get longer run time out of the bigger batteries.

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    • kalieaire

      Oct 1, 2017

      milwaukee’s rocket has a couple of other neat features. you can set it up to have the lights point straight down or even split up so you have a wider area. it also has a built in, albeit slow, charger in addition to being able to use AC power.

      so if you’re on generator and you run out of gas, you’re not left in the dark.

      dewalt’s dcl079 is a nice beginning, but it’s basically a copy of the milwaukee original standlight.

      with AC and fast charging, and downlight capability, it might be a real good competitor. thanks dewalt, maybe in 2019.

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  22. John S

    Aug 23, 2017

    Milwaukee also has a non-battery hand style/nail gun for 2 years now btw not just the M12 one coming soon:

    https://www.milwaukeetool.com/hand-tools/fastening/48-22-1010

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  23. Shan

    Aug 23, 2017

    New or expanded hand tool lines?

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  24. glenn

    Aug 23, 2017

    It is interesting that Dewalt chose to go down the 2x battery route. I can see this as an opportunity for Milwaukee to now do the same without losing face. Perhaps a marketing blunder by Dewalt.

    That aside I like the look of the mower. It almost seems retro compared to the current crop of cordless mowers which look like the designers have sought to legitimise the fact that its electric by making it look like a Toyota Prius. And for no good reason.

    The table looks interesting as well. We have a few of the Keter instant tables and they are brilliant on the job site as well as in the garage. If this is as good or even close its definitely a winner.

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    • Alex

      Aug 23, 2017

      It’s still a 20v tool I think and not 40v. The two batteries are only there to add runtime if I’m not mistaken.

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      • Chris

        Aug 23, 2017

        It would be interesting to see if dewalt could come up with an adapter to connect to their 40v batteries. You would just need something like they offer for their dual flexvolt mitersaw, but rather than plugging into an outlet, you slide in a 40v battery. There seems to be plenty of room inside.

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        • Alex

          Aug 23, 2017

          40v batteries can’t be connected because of the way the cells are wired. You need to connect two 20v batteries in parallel but the cells are hardwired in series.

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      • glenn

        Aug 24, 2017

        Yes, this mower is 20v max I believe. Batteries can be connected in parallel to provide more run time however in the same configuration they can also be used to supply more current. Which would be the case if Milwaukee were stead fast in staying with 18v.

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  25. Roger

    Aug 23, 2017

    Saw something about the 7-1/4″ circsaws having a new rafter hook design. What’s the model numbers on them or are they going to stream it down the production line?

    The fan is long been awaited but for the price I was hoping for a brushless motor or even for $10-20 more.

    Very interested in the light. As for the non-mar feet,I hope they do but keep it a more yellow tone keeping with the prototype. Videos seem to show the light being about 5500K in colour. I hope they DON’T make the mistake and have it 6000K.

    The 2X battery path is inevitable. More power mean more Amperage draw. Storing more amps means BIGGER battery. They could have done this to the light.

    No TSTAK??
    MUST KNOW MORE ABOUT TOUGH SYSTEM DRAWERS!

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    • jtr165

      Aug 24, 2017

      My guess with the fan being brushed was centered around the AC port. It’s trickier to work all that together with a brushless motor between AC and DC inputs. The only other 20v tool they make with an AC option is the vacuum, also brushed…but also significantly ‘older’ as far as the platform goes.

      they have figured brushless motors into the 2 12″ flexvolt miter saws…but many have noted that the saw performs noticeably better when run on batteries, not the AC adapter. Might be some placebo in there, but enough have commented on it to make it at least a variable.

      Then again, if i’m reading other site headlines correctly, Dewalt announced some corded AC grinders with brushless motors? If true, I’m stepping away from understanding the reasoning behind some designs more and more haha.

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  26. loup68

    Aug 24, 2017

    Why do you have a problem with 6000 K led’s? All of my 8 foot garage LED’s are
    6000 K and they are like daylight. I love them.

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    • kalieaire

      Oct 1, 2017

      the biggest issue with color temperature isn’t actually color temperature. it’s actually the led’s performance in rendering all colors. most lights have crappy leds that give a bluish or greenish tint, but are unable to render warmer colors. it’s like working with really cheap cool white fluorescent tubes. some things just don’t look good.

      with a really high color rendering index (cri) capable light source, you can make out details a lot better especially if your application is painting. at that point almost anything between 4000k and 6500k is just fine.

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  27. Nathan

    Aug 24, 2017

    am I to assume there is another post with the rest of the tools displayed/demo’d? I hear so many other thing like the die grinder and etc. I’m curious what else is being put out.

    I like that you got a rush on the big bits- thank you.

    Lawn mower is interesting to me – shame one of these guys doesn’t partner with a actually mower company. IE Cub Cadet 21inch _______ powered by Dewalt. etc etc

    that table better be cheap or have some other features because I think I’d buy a number of items before I buy that. Like say the Toughbuilt adjustable leg height devices.

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  28. Anton

    Aug 24, 2017

    As neat as this stuff is, theres a reason I stay with Ryobi for my at home stuff. Hybrid fan is $40 instead of $100.

    Any bets on the price of the mover? Im thinking $4-500 as a bare tool.

    Reply
    • jtr165

      Aug 24, 2017

      To be fair, Dewalt doesn’t make anything really focused on ‘homeowner’ grade. Not that DIY/homeowner tools are bad, it’s just not a market they try to push products to very often. If Ryobi products work for you/others, that is great, and SB&D competes with that market with the Black and Decker tool line (and lose…horribly)…

      With that said, though, Dewalt’s 20v line of OPE has always been surprisingly cheap overall. I won’t comment on prices, because I never thought it would be any sort of 20v (2x 20v, rather) thing entirely…but, if the rest of the 20v OPE is anything to go off of, the price may end up being lower than expected.

      Reply
      • fred

        Aug 25, 2017

        Isn’t a cordless lawnmower a homeowner (with a small property) sort of tool? Or is Dewalt targeting specialty landscapers who manicure small lawns or need to avoid engine-driven OPE? This looks like a case where SBD wanted to introduce the lawnmower, and couldn’t see it branded as Black&Decker or Porter Cable. Maybe they should have put the Craftsman name on it.

        Reply
  29. David Funk

    Aug 24, 2017

    So on this mower thing and being 2×20 V batteries, market research probably shows that homeowners would buy a battery powered mower and homeowners have the 20 V Max system. But I could pipe in and say if you wanted a flexvolt or 40volt max mower how about a twinblade 30 inch cut???

    Reply
  30. Big Adam

    Aug 25, 2017

    Dewalt press release states $399 for the mower kit inc. 2x 5Ah batteries. That’s a pretty sweet deal and would mean a bare version (hopefully) would be very affordable.
    http://www.mynewsdesk.com/us/dewalt-usa/pressreleases/dewalt-r-unveils-its-first-lawn-mower-2107330

    Reply
    • Big Adam

      Aug 25, 2017

      Oh, and note the release states the batteries are used “simultaneously”.
      Sounds like a 40V OPE version will just need a different battery housing (although I would expect people to then complain about the 20″ cut-size)

      Reply
      • alex

        Aug 25, 2017

        Simultaneously, probably means the batteries are wired in parallel and not in series to double the capacity instead of the voltage. So it’s still a 20v tool.

        Reply
        • Stuart

          Aug 25, 2017

          To me, simultaneous battery utilization probably means in series, to double the voltage rather than the charge capacity.

          It would still be a 20V Max tool since it uses 20V Max battery packs, or FlexVolt in 20V Max mode.

          Reply
          • alex

            Aug 25, 2017

            Wow if it’s true and I were invested in the 40V line, I would be angry 🙂 Although they’ll probably make an adapter.

        • glenn

          Aug 25, 2017

          Like the adaptor they took 5 or so years to release for the people they stiffed when they switched to the slide batteries?

          Reply
  31. Rob

    Aug 26, 2017

    I wish they would make 4ah flex volt batteries (and phase out standard 20v max) and where’s my flexvolt hammerdrill to replace my ancient 996? That thing is MONTHS OLD now.

    Reply
    • Stuart

      Aug 26, 2017

      They won’t, and probably cannot do so economically.

      FlexVolt 6.0Ah battery packs are based on 2.0Ah cells. Going to 1.5Ah cells would mean 4.5Ah packs, which would be counterproductive and cost-ineffective for users.

      I can’t tell what you’re getting at about the DCD996. You could always opt for the ToolConnect version, DCD997. But what’s wrong with the DCD996?

      And phase out standard 20V Max? Why? Higher costs, larger and weightier packs? Who wants to pair a FlexVolt battery to a compact 20V Max tool, such as a compact drill, impact driver, or LED flashlight?

      Reply
      • Rob

        Aug 26, 2017

        Text doesn’t always convey, but I was joking about the 996 (all caps and ‘months old’), it’s the best cordless drill available in my opinion, not counting the 997 of course.
        The transition to a total flexvolt lineup would end the absurd complaint about 20v max not working in a 60v tool (something that has never been a problem until competitors needed something to detract with).
        The addition of solid-state switching inside of the battery would be almost negligible, and having to say ‘4.5ah’ instead of 4ah would just be another win for the numbers game (2.25ah for compact would also be great). Before anyone points out that .7ah would be useless for 60v tools, remember that it’s all about watt-hours, and there’s nothing keeping Dewalt from making compact 60v tools. There’s more benefits to 60v than just raw power.
        Anyway, thanks for the review!

        Reply
        • Stuart

          Aug 26, 2017

          I couldn’t tell, so I figured I’d respond as if you were being serious.

          In cases like this, my response isn’t entirely to you, but to everyone else, if that makes sense. If there’s a chance you might be serious, I have to answer as if you are definitely serious, because others might think you’re being serious.

          Reply
  32. Ryan

    Sep 1, 2017

    The DCS570 now comes with a rafter hook? I can’t find this info anywhere else, just complaints that it doesn’t have one. How do I know if I buy one if it will have the hook?

    Reply
  33. SF John

    Nov 8, 2017

    Any idea when Dewalt will launch cordless 7Inch Polisher?
    Milwaukee has already launched, but my tools collection consists of Milwaukee M12 for compact tools and Dewalt 20v max for heavy duty. I do not want to add another set of batteries for Milwaukee m18. Hoping Dewalt will launch it before end of year.

    Reply
    • Stuart

      Nov 8, 2017

      Sorry, no idea.

      Reply

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