DEWALT DW979K-2 12-Volt NiCd Cordless Drywall/Deck Screwdriver

by DEWALT

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The DeWalt DW979K-2 12-volt Ni-Cad cordless drywall/deck screwdriver features a dual speed range: 0-to-800 RPM for drywall applications and 0-to-2,300 RPM for decking applications. Key features include a depth sensitive "set and forget" nosepiece for consistent fastener depth and a high-performance motor with fan cooling for maximum power and durability. This screwdriver features a 1/2-inch hex chuck and weighs 4.2 pounds. This screwdriver comes with a one-hour charger, two 12-volt batteries, one magnetic bit holder, a drywall nosepiece, a TEKS nosepiece, and a heavy-duty kit box.

From the Manufacturer

DEWALT has long been recognized by professional contractors for producing the world’s best-performing, most ruggedly built power screwdrivers, and the DEWALT DW979K-2 is no exception. This industrial-grade 12-volt tool can drive screws faster, more precisely, and for longer periods per battery charge than any similar-size screwdriver. More specifically, this model is designed to power-drive drywall screws and decking screws. The DW979K-2 is powered by a 12-volt XRP NiCad battery that provides longer life and extended-run time, so you’ll spend less time recharging batteries and more time driving screws. Its fan-cooled, variable-speed motor has two speed ranges: 0 to 800 RPM for driving long, exterior-grade decking screws; and 0 to 2,300 RPM for hyper-driving drywall screws with lightning speed. The high-performance motor produces an impressive 180-inch-lbs. of torque, which is more than enough power to meet the daily demands of professional deck builders, carpenters, and drywall installers. And the depth-sensitive, set-and-forget nosepiece ensures that the fasteners are precisely driven to the correct depth each and every time. The DEWALT Drywall/Deck Screwdriver comes with two 12-volt batteries, a fast one-hour charger, magnetic bit holder, two nosepieces (one drywall, one Teks for decking), and a plastic storage case. It’s backed by DEWALT’s 90-day money-back guarantee, full one-year service contract, and three-year limited warranty.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 14.8 x 13.4 x 4.5 inches ; 12 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000065CJ4
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: DW979K-2
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #184,387 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #22 in Industrial & Scientific > Power & Hand Tools > Industrial Hand Tools > Screwdrivers > Cordless In-Line Screwdrivers

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars irreplaceble tool, September 3, 2004

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J. P. Bontrager (Ft. Wayne, IN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: DEWALT DW979K-2 12-Volt NiCd Cordless Drywall/Deck Screwdriver (Tools & Home Improvement)

this gun has been a constant part of my tool inventory for over 8 years now. the dewalt dw979-k is a hard tool to beat in the metal stud framer's/drywaller's world. the combination of the speed, weight and versatility of this screwgun is unrivaled on any commercial jobsite in my opinion. i demand more than i should from this gun, but it has never let me down. dropped from the top of a 22' parapit wall, my dw979-k is still running strong. i am on the third set of batteries for my dw979-k and the trigger is finally developing a short in it, this thing just wont die. a very durable, reliable companion, i just wont do without one.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Love it so far, January 25, 2003

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Greg Ebel (Lincoln NE, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: DEWALT DW979K-2 12-Volt NiCd Cordless Drywall/Deck Screwdriver (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have reasantly bought this screw gun. It took a little while to adjust to the slower RPM's compared to my corded screw gun but now that I am used to it I love it. The only reason I would not give it five stars is because I do not know about its durability. It has done away with the need for one cord and that is a big plus as anyone in the construction business knows.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Love it so far, January 25, 2003

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Greg Ebel (Lincoln NE, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: DEWALT DW979K-2 12-Volt NiCd Cordless Drywall/Deck Screwdriver (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have recently purchased this Dewalt Cordless Screw Gun. I run a drywall company and my tools get used and I mean really used. I have had this Cordless Screw Gun for a month and a half now and I really love it. It has elliminated a cord clutting up the job site and rotating the batteries I can use it continuously throughout the day. It took a while to get used to the slower RPM's compared to the corded screw gun that I am used to. The only reason that I would not give this tool five stars is because I do not know about its durability. Hopefully it will stand up to repeated use. I will update my review in six months. But as of right now I would say that this tool is well worth your money.