DeWalt DCD775KL Review
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DeWalt DCD775KL 18V Compact Li-Ion Hammer Drill Driver 1/2" Chuck Price Level: $$$ |
Power 350 Max UWO |
Speed 1700 Max RPM |
Weight 4.1 Lbs w Batt |
Battery 1.1 Ah Capacity |
Warranty 3 Year |
| Ratings Guide | Best | Better | Good | Fair | Poor |
| KEY STRENGTHS & WEAKNESSES | ||
| POWER | The DCD775KL is 26% less powerful than average and ranks in the bottom 40% of 18V-class drills for torque and power. It generates 118 UWO less maximum power than the average 468 UWO drill in its class. | |
| SPEED | This DeWalt cordless drill is 8% faster than average and ranks in the top 40% of 18V-class drills for maximum RPM. It can run at speeds that achieve 116 RPM more than the average 1584 RPM drill in its class. | ✔ |
| WEIGHT | It is 13% lighter than average and ranks in the top 40% of 18V-class drills for lower weight. It weighs 0.6 lbs less than the average 4.7 lb cordless drill in this class and should decrease operator fatigue. | ✔ |
| BATTERY | This Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery has a 50% lower than average run-time with an amp-hour (Ah) rating that ranks in the bottom 40% of 18V-class drills. It has 1.1 Ah less capacity than the average 2.2 Ah battery in this class. | |
| WARRANTY | DeWalt's 3-year limited tool warranty is a little longer than average for the cordless drill industry where the standard is about 2-3 years. Longer warranties can often indicate improved durability with fewer repairs. | ✔ |
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| PERFORMANCE RATINGS | ||
| Power | 350 UWO - The DCD775KL is 26% less powerful than average and ranks in the bottom 40% of 18V-class drills for torque and power. It generates 118 UWO less maximum power than the average 468 UWO drill in its class. | |
| Speed Settings |
2 Settings 0-500 / 0-1,700 RPM - Fitted with both Low and High speed settings that come standard on most cordless drills. Speed selection is an important feature to match drilling or driving RPM to each unique job. | ✔ |
| Max Speed |
1700 RPM - This DeWalt cordless drill is 8% faster than average and ranks in the top 40% of 18V-class drills for maximum RPM. It can run at speeds that achieve 116 RPM more than the average 1584 RPM drill in its class. | ✔ |
| Clutch | 17 Settings - The DeWalt DCD775KL has a below average number of clutch settings, but is probably still adequate for many DIY jobs. The clutch helps you to avoid stripping a screw with too much torque. | |
| Power Ratio |
85 P/W - The DeWalt DCD775KL is designed with an average power-to-weight ratio that is standard for mid-range 18V-class cordless drills. The average P/W ratio is about 100 for cordless drills in this voltage class. | |
| Hammer | 0-8,500 / 0-29,000 IPM - Equipped with a 8% faster than average hammer impact rate and ranks in the top 40% of hammer drills for IPM. It delivers 2000 more impacts per minute (IPM) than the average 27000 IPM drill. | ✔ |
| DURABILITY RATINGS | ||
| Gear Case |
All-Metal - The DeWalt DCD775KL transmission has all-metal gears that provide superior durability compared to nylon gears found in many drills. Gears spin at high RPMs and are susceptible to material break-down. | ✔ |
| Chuck | Plastic Sleeve - Chuck sleeves made of tough plastic materials save on weight, but they are more prone to cracking than metal sleeves. It generally won't withstand repeated drops onto hard surfaces. | |
| Motor | No Brush Access - The entire drill usually has to be taken apart in order to access the motor brushes. Motor brushes wear-out and must be replaced periodically, but repair costs can sometimes be prohibitive. | |
| Warranty | 3-Year - DeWalt's 3-year limited tool warranty is a little longer than average for the cordless drill industry where the standard is about 2-3 years. Longer warranties can often indicate improved durability with fewer repairs. | ✔ |
| BATTERY RATINGS | ||
| Type | Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) DC9181 Compact - Newer technology rechargeable battery that provides higher capacity and longer run-time with less weight, but are more expensive than the older NiCd and NiMH batteries. | ✔ |
| Capacity | 1.1 Ah - This Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery has a 50% lower than average run-time with an amp-hour (Ah) rating that ranks in the bottom 40% of 18V-class drills. It has 1.1 Ah less capacity than the average 2.2 Ah battery in this class. | |
| Charge Time |
30 min DeWalt Charger - Battery charge-time is quicker than average. Nice feature for those times when you don't have a charged replacement battery ready to go and you're in the middle of a job. | ✔ |
| Fuel Gauge |
No Battery Fuel Gauge - Not equipped with a battery charge indicator that alerts you to remaining battery life or if the batteries are running low. Sudden battery failure during the job is a common frustration. | |
| Backup | 2 Batteries Included - It's important to have a second back-up battery for the DeWalt DCD775KL that's charged and ready to go. Makes it easy to swap-out batteries during the job with minimal down-time. | ✔ |
| CONVENIENCE RATINGS | ||
| Weight | 4.1 lbs Tool Plus Battery - It is 13% lighter than average and ranks in the top 40% of 18V-class drills for lower weight. It weighs 0.6 lbs less than the average 4.7 lb cordless drill in this class and should decrease operator fatigue. | ✔ |
| Length | Cordless drill length is a personal preference, but shorter is generally better to help you in close quarters such as under a sink, or drilling in-between studs. Torque is harder to handle if the drill is too short though. | |
| Spindle Lock |
One-Hand Bit Change - This single-sleeve chuck has auto spindle lock. The drill bit can be changed with only one hand by simply spinning the chuck open to release the bit, and counter-spinning it to tighten. | ✔ |
| LED Light |
Integrated LED Light - The DeWalt DCD775KL illuminates your work area and allows you to clearly see your bit position and depth while you're drilling or driving. Great feature that's now available on many cordless drills. | ✔ |
| Belt Hook |
No Belt Hook - There is no provision to hang the drill on your belt and free-up both hands to perform other tasks. You may be able to purchase a separate belt clip that can be attached to the drill. | |
| Side Handle |
No Side Handle - Side handles are a great safety feature and should be considered if you plan to drive at higher torque levels. They can help prevent injury by providing increased stability and control. | |
| Bubble Level |
No Bubble Level - This feature is only available on a few drills and can be helpful in situations where precision holes are critical for alignment. Most projects can be performed with just visual sighting. | |
| Keyless | Keyless Chuck - Nearly all cordless drills are now equipped with keyless chucks that can be tightened with both hands (double-sleeve) or just one hand (single-sleeve) without the use of a key. | ✔ |
| VSR | VSR - Most cordless drills are equipped with variable speed capability that can be controlled with simple trigger pressure. Reverse is usually performed with the push of a side-to-side button. | ✔ |
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