DEWALT DC612KA 1-1/4-Inch to 2-1/2-Inch 12-Volt / 14.4-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless 16-Gauge Straight Finish Nailer

by DEWALT

Product Description

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No compressor. No hoses. No kidding. And no sacrifices in speed or power, either. There's absolutely no comparison between this performer and the fuel-cell powered competition, which we thought was a great innovation. But there's no costly fuel cell to replace on this tool—-just pop on a recharged XRP battery and get back on the job. The only difference you'll feel between this and a traditional pneumatic is that you're not tethered to an air hose. It's just as fast and fires just as powerfully into both soft and hard joints. We love that you can choose bump or sequential mode for precision or speed, something most nailers don't offer, and the integrated headlight is another impressive addition, really lighting up your workpiece even in the worst conditions. There's a fantastic six-position numbered dial to reference your depths, so you can move easily between, for example, baseboard and crown molding without struggling to reset the depth. DeWalt's covered what would have been our main safety concern: An air tool can't fire without a hose, but what's to keep this one from being accidentally fired? They've built in a contact trip lock-off. We were pleased with the troubleshooting process, too—the nosepiece is clear and very accessible, letting you clear a jammed fastener without screwdrivers or wrenches, though we couldn't get it to jam for us. Rear loading is simple and fast, and it accepts most brands of 16-gauge nails. It's built tough for the job site, but the home hobbyist would love this tool. Just hook it on your tool belt and go; it's one of the coolest tools we've seen, and the kit has everything you need: a one-hour charger, two 14.4V XRP batteries, reversible belt hook, no-mar tip, safety glasses and the heavy-duty kit box.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste

From the Manufacturer

DEWALT DC612KA 1-1/4-Inch to 2-1/2-Inch 12-Volt / 14.4-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless 16-Gauge Straight Finish Nailer

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 18.5 x 15.2 x 7 inches ; 17.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 18 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0002AJNQU
• Item model number: DC612KA
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #123,864 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #17 in Home Improvement > Air Tools > Nailers > Cordless Nailers
  • #29 in Home Improvement > Air Tools > Nailers > Finish Nailers
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars dewalt 14.4 v nailer, January 9, 2007

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Scott Ramsey - See all my reviews
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This review is from: DEWALT DC612KA 1-1/4-Inch to 2-1/2-Inch 12-Volt / 14.4-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless 16-Gauge Straight Finish Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)

I bought this nailer for work&home use and it is everything i hoped for.
It cycles fast and drives nails in fully without leaving a surface blemish.My cordless drill is also the same voltage which is very convenient.I would recommend this nailer to pro's and homeowners.The one thing that may be a drawback for some people is its weight &size,it is a handful and takes a while to get comfortable with.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works Great, January 10, 2010

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Brian (Cincinnati, OH United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: DEWALT DC612KA 1-1/4-Inch to 2-1/2-Inch 12-Volt / 14.4-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless 16-Gauge Straight Finish Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)

No problems. So far no jams, nails great. Comes with 2 battery packs. Only used one and nailed about 30 times and haven't had to recharge. Cheaper price on Amazon.

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent nailer, September 25, 2010

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rver - See all my reviews

This review is from: DEWALT DC612KA 1-1/4-Inch to 2-1/2-Inch 12-Volt / 14.4-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless 16-Gauge Straight Finish Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)

Why take the chance on cut rate brands. If you have a lot of work to do, this nailer is the one to get. If you use tools everyday, go for the portable ones.