DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Drill / Driver Kit, Compact, 1/2-Inch (DCD780C2) , Yellow
$75.59
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Product Description
The DCD780C2 20V MAX* Lithium Ion Compact Cordless Power Drill / Driver Kit is lightweight and compact for working in tight spaces for long periods of time. High-speed transmission of this cordless drill with battery and charger delivers 2-speed variations allowing users to choose the level of performance needed for various applications.
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DEWALT’S DCD780C2 20-volt max lithium-ion compact 1.5 Ah drill/driver kit comes equipped with advanced technology and innovative features that make it ideal for commercial and residential builders, remodelers, carpenters, woodworkers, electricians, and plumbers. Its extreme durability, performance, and comfort allow users to match the tool to the task at hand, increasing its flexibility for a variety of applications regardless of speed, torque, or power.
DCD780C2 20-Volt Max
Lithium-Ion Compact
Drill/Driver Kit
At a Glance:
- Compact and ergonomic design that doesn’t compromise on power
- Two-speed transmission delivers 0-600 RPM and 0-2,000 RPM
- 1/2-inch ratcheting chuck with carbide inserts helps to reduce bit slippage
- Includes belt hook and on-board bit holder for convenience
- Drill/driver backed by 3-year limited warranty
The DCD780C2 20-volt max lithium-ion compact 1.5 Ah drill/driver is compact and ergonomic for user comfort (view larger).Strength and Speed
DEWALT-designed electronics have been built into the DCD780C2’s switch to provide maximum life for the tool and battery by helping to protect them from overheating, overloading, and deep discharge during use. The 20-volt’s lithium-ion batteries provide up to 35 percent more runtime than existing 18-volt lithium-ion battery technology. The included charger has dual voltage capabilities, and it is compatible with both 12-volt max and 20-volt max DEWALT lithium-ion batteries; the DCD780C2 is also compatible with the 3.0 Ah lithium-ion batteries that are available as replacement packs or come with the premium tools. Plus, the drill’s high-power, high-efficiency motor delivers 350 unit watts out of maximum power for superior performance in light and medium drilling applications. A 1/2-inch ratcheting chuck with carbide inserts provides superior bit-gripping strength—reducing slippage during high-torque applications—thus providing longer tool life. The drill/driver’s two-speed (0-600 RPM and 0-2,000 RPM) transmission allows users to select the appropriate speed for the job at hand and is up to 30 percent faster than current drill/drivers on the market.
Comfort and Convenience
The compact drill’s design incorporates a slim handle with contoured grip that extends user comfort during long jobs, and DEWALT’s engineering and design team adjusted the product footprint and weight allocation for ideal balance and a lightweight feel, making the 3.4-pound tool easy to maneuver in tight areas. Its 7.5-inch length is half an inch shorter than other currently available drill/drivers. The bright built-in LED work light above the trigger has a 20-second delay that improves visibility in dimly lit spaces.
About DEWALT’s 20-Volt Mx Lithium-Ion Tools
DEWALT’s line of 20-volt max lithium-ion tools features improvements in engineering and design to provide the performance, the ergonomics, and the innovation that contractors require. The new line consists of 11 tools, two lithium ion batteries, and two battery chargers, as well as a number of combo kits.
What’s in the Box
One DEWALT DCD780C2 20-volt max lithium-ion compact 1.5 Ah drill/driver kit, including one 1/2-inch drill/driver, two 20-volt max 1.5 Ah lithium-ion batteries, one 30-minute fast charger, one belt hook, one on-board bit holder, and one hard plastic storage and carrying case.
DEWALT’s DCD780C2 20-volt max lithium-ion compact 1.5 Ah drill/driver kit includes features and accessories that make it easy to tackle a variety of tasks (click each to enlarge).
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| Weight | 0.02 kg |
|---|---|
| Style | Drill/Driver Kit Only, DrillDriver Kit Only |
| Brand | DEWALT |
| Power Source | Battery-powered |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 2000 RPM |
| Voltage | 20 Volts |
| Amperage | 15 Amps |
| Maximum Chuck Size | 13 Millimeters |
| Color | Yellow |
| Included Components | 2 20V MAX lithium ion battery packs Charger Belt Hook contractor bag DCD780 12 Drill Driver |
| Product Dimensions | 1L x 1W x 1H |
| Material | Plastic Metal |
| Number of Speeds | 2 |
| Speed | 2000 RPM |
| Maximum Power | 300 Watts |
| Part Number | DCD780C2 |
| Item Weight | 0.02 Pounds, 0.32 ounces |
| Item model number | DCD780C2 |
| Batteries | 2 Lithium Ion batteries required. included |
| Size | full size |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Head Style | Flat |
| Measurement System | Metric |
| Certification | Energy_star |
| Usage | Personal |
| Batteries Included | Yes |
| Batteries Required | No |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion |
| Warranty Description | 3 Year Limited |
| National Stock Number | 5130-01-619-7556 |
| ASIN | B0052MIHMO |
| Date First Available | April 30 2011 |
| Manufacturer | DEWALT |
10 reviews for DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Drill / Driver Kit, Compact, 1/2-Inch (DCD780C2) , Yellow
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TheHobbyGuy –
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This drill is a work horse. I definitely do not regret buying this more expensive model in order to get more power and to get the better case. The drill features 15 different torque settings, 2 speeds, and a drill torque setting. It is all pretty intuitive to use. The first use or two you will get a plastic burning smell–which is normal for Dewalt drills at first. The drill–like other power tools–likes to spark in the center area near the back. Around 4-5 seconds in the video I uploaded you can see an example of a spark. From what I am reading this is normal and should decrease over time. Apparently Dewalt’s are notorious for this sparking.I have attached photos of some examples of what this drill has done. It was able to drive a 2.5in. screw through two boards of poplar and 1 thicker piece of hard maple, no problem. The case is very durable and holds everything very well. It allows me to always keep a backup charged battery in the case along with the drill w/ 2nd battery and the wall battery charger. I have attached a picture to show the configuration of the inside of the case. I have also included photos of the charger in use. Batteries take about 20-25 minutes to charge from 0% to 100%. Since the set comes with two batteries, there is never really any downtime, but the fast charge time is still appreciated.Drill dimensions are estimated as follows: 16in.(Height) x 10in.(Length) x 4.5in.(Width)The set comes with the following:1)Drill2)Battery #13)Battery #24)Battery Wall Charger5)Carrying CasePros:*Powerful driving*Great drilling*Great battery life*Fast charge times*Two batteries included*Great hard case*LED light for drill areaCons:Sparks a bit (a Dewalt thing apparently)(-1/4 star)Additional Considerations:A good set of bits will be needed in order to use this item right out of the box.Overall: 4.75/5 stars (>=.5 rounds up, 5 starsIf you have any further questions regarding the product in my review please leave a comment below and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
TomK1 –
I purchased this to replace an older Dewalt portable drill, which is a favorite of mine. Batteries are now expensive and a problem for it, so I decided rather than investing in new batteries, I’d invest in an all-new drill, especially as li-ion and the brushless motors were highly regarded by reviews pretty much everywhere.I’ll just be straight about this…. it’s really an excellent drill. I was afraid it would be heavy, it is feather-light. I wasn’t sure about the battery power, it has plenty of power. And I thought perhaps the size would be awkward, it’s actually smaller than my 12V Dewalt that it replaced.I was drilling out a brass cleat in a deck, and it powered through like it was corded drill (but to be clear, this does not have the power of a corded drill, but it’s closer than any other portable I’ve used).If I have one complaint, it’s the chuck. I was using large bits that had the chuck opened up completely, and it struggled to grip onto them. However, this was hard core drilling into concrete and metal with a lot of vibration, but even so, that did not impress me about the drill.As far as people with complaints about the bits not running true, I didn’t notice anything particularly bad about this drill. Perhaps my applications aren’t sensitive to this flaw. Or maybe Dewalt fixed it. I’m not sure.I would purchase this again.
Jersey Mom –
This one is made in the USA. IT HAS THE BEST SPECS.
A. Graves –
I bought this to replace my old 14v Makita cordless drill, as the batteries of this old drill are beginning to lose charge. I am so amazed at this drill. It is a 20 V drill, so more power-no surprise. But the thing I really love is that the batteries are much smaller and lighter than the ones I am used to with the old Makita (I am not knocking the Makita–it is over 10 years old, and still runs like a champ).One of the features I like the best is the battery design. I am a woman with fairly small hands. Most cordless power tools are designed in such a way that the batteries are very difficult for me to remove. The Dewalt engineers solved this problem with this drill/battery system–the battery is easily unlocked by a gentle pinching motion, allowing anyone to slide the battery out of the drill easily.The drill also has a light that shines on your project, and this feature will be greatly appreciated when a section of fence blows down in a storm in the middle of the night (it has happened to me in the past, and I have dogs so good fences make good neighbors).The only thing I would have added to make this a perfect drill would be a bulls-eye bubble level on the back of the drill. I purchased one to add to the drill, but the drill case is designed so that I cannot put the bubble level on the end of the drill and fit the drill into the case.The drill comes with a carrying case, two batteries, and a charger. Batteries take a lightening fast charge.
Ray Schleicher –
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I loved this drill when I first got it, so I’m going to chalk up my problem to it being a one-off issue (see “Experience” section).Pros:1. Awesome ergonomics. I just wanted to hold my new drill because it feels great to hold. I caught my friends picking up my drill to feel it in their hand.2. Light weight. It’s incredible how much torque such a small piece of equipment can generate.3. Sturdy ratcheting chuck. The chuck feels solid – way more solid than any of the other compact drills I have examined. I didn’t experience any discernible wobble problems.4. Batteries charge fast (less than 30 min.) and have a long run-time.5. LED light helps illuminate target surface from a distance.* (I didn’t realize how useful this feature would be. Added bonus.)Cons:1. * LED suffers from shadow cast by the chuck when up close to target surface.2. Weak manual on one sheet of paper. They could definitely improve upon that with a booklet and a larger font.Experience:I was in the middle of installing a closet system in my master bedroom. Toward the end of the project, I was driving screws into MDF shelving when I pulled the trigger and the drill started clicking but not really spinning. I also started to smell something burning, so looked at the motor part of the drill and pulled the trigger. I will admit that I wasn’t wearing goggles (bad), and something small (speck-sized) hit me in the eye. I was able to get the drill spinning again after pulling the trigger a couple more times, but the same thing happened again. The drill also developed a very subtle clicking sound from that point. Luckily I was literally on my last screw, so I was able to finish the project. I returned the drill not sure if I wanted to give Dewalt another shot. In the end, I just really liked the drill and want it to work out, so I ordered the drill and impact driver combo kit to replace it. If I have anything productive to add to this review after receiving the new set, I will update it.Some people are partial to Dewalt. Some people seem to complain that Dewalt tools are just over-priced Porter Cable tools. I’m too ignorant of the power tool industry to have an opinion on that. I’m just a new home-owner that has lots of fixing up to be done. (Ever see “The Money Pit”?) I just want a drill that is light, comfortable, and powerful, and I want the batteries to last. I looked at all reputable brands and chose this one because of the size, weight, solid chuck and long lasting batteries.I’m rating the drill 3 stars due to my defective experience. I hope to raise that to 5 stars if my new drill pans out. I really hope this was a one-off incident. I’m also hoping that I don’t get the dreaded “wobbly chuck” problem that others have mentioned with the new drill…UPDATE (2/23/12):I received a clearly used combo kit in the mail. It had been resealed and the case was fairly scratched up. Best of all , the impact driver smelled like it was burning. I also decided to check out the chuck to see if there was the reported wobble, and yes, there was a definite wobble. (Please see the attached video. The bit in the drill spins straight in several other drills. I was doing some hex driving and felt I needed to document it. Sorry for the shadows. I have other videos of the chuck itself wobbling, but they are less clear.)Shipping me a used and defective product was Amazon’s fault. There is no way this kit should have been sent back out. I have already ordered a replacement, but I’m starting to really wonder about Dewalt’s quality after checking out the wobble on the drill’s chuck. I’m not going to change my 3 star rating yet, but if this one comes back with the same chuck wobble or any burning issues, I will…and I’ll be changing brands. Stay tuned…FINAL UPDATE (3/6/2012):My last combo set arrived. This one appeared to be new (no scratches on case and it was not re-sealed). Both the drill and the impact driver smelled like they were burning. Maybe this is how they’re supposed to smell, but if that’s the case then Dewalt needs to at least be consistent. The fact that my first and second drill did not (at least initially) smell like they were burning, but the third one did indicates manufacturing problems to me. That being said, my major problem is not with the smell.The third drill exhibited the same noticeable wobble as the second drill. I am now very disappointed with Dewalt for allowing this product to make it into production with this issue. When I’m spending this much money on something, I expect quality. I love the ergonomics and features of this drill, so I’m giving it 2 stars for potential. Until Dewalt gets its act together and fixes the chuck wobble, I recommend looking elsewhere.Side note: It seems that chuck wobble is reported in reviews of most, if not all, “high-end” compact drills that I have looked at, so maybe there is a problem getting a true chuck in such a small body.
McLanahan Family –
Recently bought the Dewalt DCD780C2 drill for home use. I was originally going to purchase the cheaper version with the NiCd battery, but I was happy with the decision to upgrade to the lithium ion version. I am not a contractor (in fact, I’m a healthcare worker, so take this review from that type of perspective) and this drill has only be used for home use thus far. Here are some highlights.Drill function – extremely powerful, similar power to my corded drill. Recently put together a deck at my in-laws camper, I was able to drill through pressure treated fence posts without much difficulty at all.Driver function – works wonderfully! I’ve never owned a cordless drill, so having the ratchet function is amazing. The drill has 15 ratchet settings that are easily adjusted. I used to spend hours swearing at stripped screws, but not anymore.Battery life – my first use of the drill was boring through pressure treated fence posts, so the I burned through the charge on the first battery after about 7 or 8 posts, but I wasn’t surprised by that. The nice thing about the kit is it comes with a spare battery which was extremely convenient. Charge time for the battery was less than an hour, so if you have 2 batteries available and access to your charging station, there really isn’t much of an interruption to work flow.
Alexa White –
I was thrilled to see the battery which came installed in the drill was well charged upon arrival. I was actually surprised how much power the drill had when I gave the trigger a test squeeze out of the box. I had some work to do that night, so I wanted to ensure the batteries were fully charged first. Both gave the full charge signal about 30 minutes after sitting on the charger. I also like that I can always keep one charged in case the other runs out while I’m working. I got to work right away finishing the job of seating my window blind anchors, the task my 12v battery operated Black and Decker failed on. I’d purchased DeWalt drill and driver bits, too, and was very pleased with the performance of the magnetic hex driver, holding the long screw in place while I held the anchor to the wall, and the drill completed the task of hanging the last 3 blinds very easily and quickly. I’m looking for more reasons to use it this weekend.The case, while quite sturdy feeling, almost seems too big for the items inside. I think I’ll be keeping the charger out for quick access, and probably stash my drill and driver sets inside the case instead. I suppose if I was taking this around with me from job to job, the case would be more suitable, but for just keeping it around the house it is more case than I need.
Tom –
This is an amazing drill. With the new design grip and the lighter feel, you have total control of this drill. The one problem that I have is the drill box is so compact, you have no room to place drill bits or common & phillip head screw drivers. Instead of having to carry my drill and a case of drill bits, I ended up removing my old Dewalt 18v drill from its carrier and placed the new drill & hardware in the larger case. Not only does everything fit snug but I was able to put a small pouch of drill & screwdriver bits inside. I also noticed that with the older Dewalt drills you could tighten & loosen a bit by just runnig the drill and you would lock the bit in place or remove a bit. I found that when I do this with the new drill,the bit becomes loose after a while. All you need to do is hand tighten the bit in place and it works fine. I had to either replace my 18v batteries or purchase the compact Dewalt DCD780C2. When I felt this new drill in my hand and the power it puts out, I knew I made the right choice.
kathy –
My husband loved it
Squirrel!! –
This has to be the best drill I’ve ever used. It’s worth every penny. The speed control via the trigger is fluid and just the right sensitivity, and this thing has power when you need it, but it will drive at a very low speed while maintaining a high force, so whether you’re putting a screw through hard or soft wood or a knot, the same trigger position will move it at the same rate. The LED light is not so much useful when actually driving as it is to have a tool with a light available nearby when working after dark. I’ll pick the drill up, touch the trigger, the light comes on and stays on a bit, check the work out, then use a different tool, so even though the light doesn’t shine directly on the targeted screw or drill location, it’s quite useful. The batteries last forever, used one for 8 hours one day before it ran low. They charge fast too.