The Dewalt DCK280C2 cordless drill is a compact, yet powerful drill that offers outstanding performance and reliability. Aimed more at the professional market, it would still be a prized possession for the home improvement enthusiast. Whether you are a contractor, plumber, or steel stud framer, this drill will give you the power and performance you want at a price that is good for your pocket.
The Dewalt DCK280C2 Cordless drill features:
You are also covered by the famous Dewalt guarantees. Remember this is a company that is renowned for its power tools and has loyal customers all over the world. You get a 90 day money back guarantee plus a 1 year free service contract. The drill also has a 3 year limited warranty and the batteries come with a 2 year free service contract. This gives you the peace of mind that you are buying a quality product that is going to give you many years of good service, no matter how hard you punish it.
The tools in this Dewalt set are well manufactured and designed for heavy, daily usage. With the two speeds on the compact drill / driver (0-600 and 0-2000 RPM) you can select the right speed for the job at hand and it is around 30% faster than drill/drivers from other manufacturers. It delivers a highly efficient 350 unit watts of maximum power, meaning it performs extremely well in light and medium drilling tests.
Dewalt’s engineering team designed this drill so it is lightweight and perfectly balanced, meaning it is very easy to use one handed or in tight spaces. The ratcheting chuck grips the bits very well and it prevents slippage during high torque usage, meaning your drill will last longer.
The impact driver has a powerful 2800 RPM motor which is 43% faster than other impact drivers on the market. It has a 1/4 inch chuck that accepts and holds 1 inch bit tips that can be operated one handed – meaning it is good in tight spaces. It is 5.55 inches long and 2.8 pounds in weight, making it a seriously powerful tool in a small package. Impact drivers are becoming increasingly popular because they are smaller and do not give the same level of kickback as normal drill / drivers.
Ease Of UseThe Dewalt DCK280C2 compact drill and impact driver combo kit is very well built and designed to last. Just picking them up you know you are buying something that is going to last a long time. It definitely has that well made feel to it. Dewalt are an outstanding power tool company and have designed special electronics to protect your drills from overheating or overloading. The 20 volt Lithium-Ion battery provides up to 35% more run time than the 18V alternative and it has an Energy Star certified charger which can charge both the 12V and 20V Dewalt Lithium-Ion batteries.
The tools have slim handles that easy fit in to your hands. In fact, the weight and ergonomics make them ideal for the ladies. The LED’s are bright and very useful when you are working in corners or other dimly lit spaces.
What’s In The BoxWhen your DCK280C2 arrives you will find in the box:
What’s It Like To OwnOwning and using these Dewalt drills is a pleasure. I particularly like the compact design as I do a lot of work where I need to get in a tight space. Some of my other drills start to make your arm ache after a while, but I’ve used both of these drills for the day and haven’t felt the burn in my arm muscles from them.
The chuck really does grip the bits well and there is no slippage when tightening screws, which is nice as it protects the screw head. The 3 LED’s are a hand feature and it has stopped me having to bend every which way so I don’t cast a shadow on the area I am drilling. The 20 second delay after releasing the trigger before they are switched off is nice so you can admire your handy work in the light.
For many people, they will only buy Dewalt because you know you are getting a world class drill that is going to last you years. This drill set is ideal for pretty much any job, except the heaviest of drilling jobs. The light weight and power means it’s a pleasure to use and the batteries will last pretty much an entire day of usage. If they don’t, then there’s a 30 minute charger so a quick coffee break and your batteries are fully charged and ready to go again.
The impact driver is a useful addition and takes some of the burden off the drill. Being even lighter it makes driving screws into anything quick and easy. Having the two pieces of kit also means the life of each one is extended because you can swap between the two for drilling and driving.
All in all, you just can’t go wrong with the Dewalt DCK280C2 and it’s a set that is well worth purchasing. Having the two drills / drivers is very useful and they are surprisingly easy to use. I can guarantee when these arrive, you’ll be looking for jobs to use them on!
The Dewalt DCK280C2 Cordless drill features:
- Two speeds – 0-600 and 0-2000 rpm
- Both drills are compact and lightweight design to fit in to tight spaces – with the impact drive being just 5.55″ from front to back
- Impact driver weighs in at just 2.8 pounds – incredibly light, minimizing user fatigue and arm ache
- 3 LED lights plus a 20 second delay after you release the trigger to provide excellent visibility with no shadows
- It’s Energy Star compliant charger means it is better for the environment too
You are also covered by the famous Dewalt guarantees. Remember this is a company that is renowned for its power tools and has loyal customers all over the world. You get a 90 day money back guarantee plus a 1 year free service contract. The drill also has a 3 year limited warranty and the batteries come with a 2 year free service contract. This gives you the peace of mind that you are buying a quality product that is going to give you many years of good service, no matter how hard you punish it.
The tools in this Dewalt set are well manufactured and designed for heavy, daily usage. With the two speeds on the compact drill / driver (0-600 and 0-2000 RPM) you can select the right speed for the job at hand and it is around 30% faster than drill/drivers from other manufacturers. It delivers a highly efficient 350 unit watts of maximum power, meaning it performs extremely well in light and medium drilling tests.
Dewalt’s engineering team designed this drill so it is lightweight and perfectly balanced, meaning it is very easy to use one handed or in tight spaces. The ratcheting chuck grips the bits very well and it prevents slippage during high torque usage, meaning your drill will last longer.
The impact driver has a powerful 2800 RPM motor which is 43% faster than other impact drivers on the market. It has a 1/4 inch chuck that accepts and holds 1 inch bit tips that can be operated one handed – meaning it is good in tight spaces. It is 5.55 inches long and 2.8 pounds in weight, making it a seriously powerful tool in a small package. Impact drivers are becoming increasingly popular because they are smaller and do not give the same level of kickback as normal drill / drivers.
Ease Of UseThe Dewalt DCK280C2 compact drill and impact driver combo kit is very well built and designed to last. Just picking them up you know you are buying something that is going to last a long time. It definitely has that well made feel to it. Dewalt are an outstanding power tool company and have designed special electronics to protect your drills from overheating or overloading. The 20 volt Lithium-Ion battery provides up to 35% more run time than the 18V alternative and it has an Energy Star certified charger which can charge both the 12V and 20V Dewalt Lithium-Ion batteries.
The tools have slim handles that easy fit in to your hands. In fact, the weight and ergonomics make them ideal for the ladies. The LED’s are bright and very useful when you are working in corners or other dimly lit spaces.
What’s In The BoxWhen your DCK280C2 arrives you will find in the box:
- A 1/4 inch impact driver
- A 1/2 inch drill / driver
- 2 x 20V Lithium-Ion batteries
- A 30 minute Energy Star rated charger
- A bit tip holder
- 2 x belt hooks
- A hard plastic storage and carrying case
What’s It Like To OwnOwning and using these Dewalt drills is a pleasure. I particularly like the compact design as I do a lot of work where I need to get in a tight space. Some of my other drills start to make your arm ache after a while, but I’ve used both of these drills for the day and haven’t felt the burn in my arm muscles from them.
The chuck really does grip the bits well and there is no slippage when tightening screws, which is nice as it protects the screw head. The 3 LED’s are a hand feature and it has stopped me having to bend every which way so I don’t cast a shadow on the area I am drilling. The 20 second delay after releasing the trigger before they are switched off is nice so you can admire your handy work in the light.
For many people, they will only buy Dewalt because you know you are getting a world class drill that is going to last you years. This drill set is ideal for pretty much any job, except the heaviest of drilling jobs. The light weight and power means it’s a pleasure to use and the batteries will last pretty much an entire day of usage. If they don’t, then there’s a 30 minute charger so a quick coffee break and your batteries are fully charged and ready to go again.
The impact driver is a useful addition and takes some of the burden off the drill. Being even lighter it makes driving screws into anything quick and easy. Having the two pieces of kit also means the life of each one is extended because you can swap between the two for drilling and driving.
All in all, you just can’t go wrong with the Dewalt DCK280C2 and it’s a set that is well worth purchasing. Having the two drills / drivers is very useful and they are surprisingly easy to use. I can guarantee when these arrive, you’ll be looking for jobs to use them on!