Dewalt Hammer Drill

The DEWALT Bare-Tool DCD950B 1/2-Inch 18-Volt XRP Hammerdrill/Drill/Driver is an 18 volt, 1/2 inch cordless hammer drill and driver that is built around a high-efficiency, robust 2,000 RPM motor that delivers power of up to 34,000 BPM through various materials in a wide range of tasks. This versatile tool is excellent to support work in home remodeling, masonry and other projects. It features an all-metal, 3-speed transmission that adjusts the performance of the tool for each task, to ensure improved run time and rapid application speed. This means that it can easily penetrate materials like bricks and concrete. The DeWalt DCD950B also has an LED work light that ensures greater visibility when working in dark spaces.
The fact that gears can be shifted is truly a plus point of this hammer drill. Although even a drill with a single can work equally effectively for various applications, however, usually problems are experienced when a larger bit is required for a project. The 1/2 inch heavy-duty and self-tightening chuck that has an LED work light and 22 clutch settings are among the other features of this DeWalt hammer drill.

Product Features & Specifications:

• Patented 3-speed all-metal transmission matches the tool to task for fastest application speed and improved run time.
• Heavy-duty 1/2-inch self-tightening chuck tightens throughout operation providing superior bit gripping strength.
• LED worklight provides increased visibility in confined spaces.
• High power, high efficiency motor delivers 450 unit watts out of max power for superior performance in all drilling and fastening applications.
• Best in class length for improved balance and better control; tool only, no battery.

A lot of customers have left feedback for the DeWalt DCD950B hammer drill, most of which has been very positive. Currently, this hammer drill has a review rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Most of the customers have been pleased with their decision to buy this DeWalt DCD950B hammer drill. However, no product is ever perfect, and the same goes for this hammer drill as well. A number of customers have also criticized this hammer drill from DeWalt as well.

Cons:
Some customers did not like the weight of this hammer drill. They claimed that this hammer drill is a bit too heavy. However, this is not such a major flaw.
One user complained about his unpleasant experience when using the Dewalt DCD950B for drilling. According to him, the drill began to smoke when he was using it to put in wood screws. However, this kind of a problem has not been experienced by most customers.
Another user complained about the battery. This customer found it hard and quite inconvenient to remove the battery. However, this is probably because the product might have had a minor defect, and no other customers have reported such an issue.

Pros:
Despite the small amount of negative feedback, this DeWalt hammer drill possesses many qualities that have pleased users.
Most users have been impressed by three particular functions of this hammer drill, namely drilling, hammer drilling, and screwing. For those who do not know, the hammer drill mode is ideal for drilling through cement. Many customers have even put this drill to heavy use, and the versatility of this tool has been appreciated. Many buyers have grown fond of how easily this drill drives screws.
The power of this hammer drill is another thing that has impressed many customers. According to one customer, the DeWalt DCD950B drilled through concrete in merely seconds. Numerous buyers replaced their older tools with this drill and its power output to be better than that of their previous ones. One user even claims that this hammer drill is extremely reliable even though it is battery operated.
The design of this hammer drill has also received positive comments. Its attractiveness and sturdiness have been appreciated. Despite its weight, most users found it to be well balanced. Users also found it easier to work with this drill in dim places since it has an LED work light.

Conclusion:
Is the DeWalt DCD950B hammer drill recommended?
Despite the few complaints that this cordless DeWalt hammer drill has received, a majority of the comments and reviews have been very positive. Moreover, this hammer drill has most received ratings between 4 and 5 stars from reviewers. Thus, for anyone in search of a powerful cordless drill, a powerful hammer drill like this one, which is easy to use, is definitely recommended. You should just make sure that you stock up on extra batteries.