DEWALT DW236K 7.8-Amp 1/2-Inch Drill with Keyless Chuck

by DEWALT

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The DeWalt DW236K heavy-duty 7.8 amp 1/2-inch drill with keyless chuck comes with an all-metal single-sleeve keyless chuck with spindle lock, carbide jaws, and ratcheting action for greater bit retention and tool-free convenience. Also featured is helical-cut steel construction and heat-treated gears for increased durability and long gear life. A metal gear housing is included for jobsite durability and increased reliability, as is a two-finger trigger for increased comfort. Also featured is a 360-degree side handle for greater control and versatility. This drill is capable of a no-load speed of 0 to 850 RPM and a maximum output of 600 watts. Weighing in at 4.2 pounds, this drill comes with a heavy-duty kit box and a 360-degree side handle.

From the Manufacturer

DEWALT DW236K Heavy-Duty 7.8-Amp 1/2-Inch Drill with Keyless Chuck

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11.8 x 14.8 x 4.6 inches ; 4.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 7.6 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002FT1LW
• Item model number: DW236K
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #51,001 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #93 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Drills > Pistol-Grip Drills

Customer Reviews

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A solidly built, powerful drill, February 8, 2009

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W. B. Halper (Saratoga, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: DEWALT DW236K 7.8-Amp 1/2-Inch Drill with Keyless Chuck (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've owned this drill for at least ten years. Despite having a number of cordless drills, it's still my first choice whenever an outlet is available and I need to drill a lot of holes.

Pros:
- Very powerful. The gearing that causes the slow maximum speed (850rpm) also results in greater torque.
- The side handle can be rotated to any angle, but still holds securely.
- Solidly built with a metal gear case.
- The keyless chuck holds tightly...as long as you push in the spindle lock button while tightening it.

Cons:
- You have to be careful when adjusting the side handle position. It uses a metal strap that loops around the nose of the drill to hold it in place. Twisting the side handle tightens the strap and locks the handle in position. Unfortunately, the chuck is the same diameter as the nose piece and, when loose, the strap can slide forward and be tightened down on both the case and the chuck. I only did this once and the drill still had enough torque to spin the chuck (I don't think I tightened the handle down very tightly) but it started to get quite warn before I noticed the problem. (DeWalt should have left a small raised ring at the front of the nose piece to prevent the strap from slipping forward.)
- The maximum is only 850rpm. This is below the recommended speed for most small bits.

Conclusion:
If you need to drill only small holes, grab a different drill. If you also need to drill 1/2" and up, even occasionally, this drill would be hard to beat.