DeWalt is one of the major tool companies and puts out a number of great cordless compact drills and drivers models. How do you know which one will be the best fit for your projects?
The DeWalt DC970K-2 and the DeWalt DCD760KL are two great models to look into as a tool to use for any project.
Four qualities that are to be noted when comparing these two models are: size and weight, drill speed, voltage/wattage/power source, and additional features/attachments.
Size and Weight
The DC9760K-2 is a lightweight drill, weighing only 3 lbs. Its compact size dimensions are 14.8 x 13.5 x 4.7 in.
The DCD760KL is slightly heavier than the DC9760K-2, weighing 4 lbs. The dimensions, however, are quite comparable. They are 15.4 x 12 x 4.5 in.
Drill Speed
The drill speed for the DC970K-2 dual range, at 0-450 and 0-1,500 rpm. The drill speed for the DCD760KL is also dual range, but at a higher rate. The drill speed is 0-5000 and 0-1700.
Voltage / Wattage / Power Source
The power source for the DC970K-2 is electric and cordless, as is the DCD760KL. Both of these models use 18 volts.
The wattage for the DC970K-2 is 380 watts. The wattage for the DCD760KL is slightly less at 350 watts.
Additional Features and Attachments
Additional features and attachments for the DC970K-2 are:
- ½ inch keyless, single sleeve ratcheting chuck
- Anti-slip grip
- Items included in purchase:
- Two 18-volt batteries
- One-hour charger
- Contractor bag
- Compatible attachments:
- Additional rechargeable 18-volt batteries
Additional features and attachments for the DCD760KL are:
- LED light attached
- 17 clutch settings
- Items included in purchase:
- Two batteries
- 30 minute charger
- Heavy-duty storage box
- Compatible attachments:
- Additional rechargeable batteries
Recommended Product
Of the two drills, I would recommend the DeWalt DCD760KL as the preferred cordless compact drill. Since both these models are so similar in size and weight, that doesn’t weight my opinion as to which is better.
The determining features that gave favor to the DCD760KL was the 17 clutch setting and the LED light. These two features help make this compact drill more versatile in the projects it encounters.
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