Hitachi DV14DL 14.4-Volt Lithium Ion Cordless Hammer Drill

by Hitachi

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Covered by Hitachi's lifetime lithium-ion tool warranty, the DV14DL cordless hammer drill features a 14.4-volt lithium-ion battery that boasts three times the life of traditional NiCd batteries, yet weighs 50% less. With class-leading torque, this hammer drill is ideal for tightening and loosening fasteners and drilling into wood, plastic, steel, aluminum, brick, and concrete block.

DV14DL Cordless Hammer Drill Tool Specifications Volts 14.4 RPM 0-200/400/850/1,750 (2-step Speed Switch with 4 Speed Settings) BPM 0/21,000 Torque 460 in./lbs. Chuck 3/8" Keyless Weight 4.6 lbs. Belt Hook 5-Position Belt Hook withBuilt-in LED Work Light Accessories Included 2 3.0Ah Lithium Ion Post-Style Batteries 1 Quick Charger Side Handle Driver Bit Case

A 22-stage clutch lets you set the appropriate torque for each job. View larger.

Class-Leading Torque and Powerful Impact Rate
With 460 in./lbs. of torque, the DV14DL is able to handle a variety of different materials, such as wood, brick, and aluminum. The 22-stage clutch lets you dial in the perfect amount of torque for the job, whether you're drilling, fastening, or hammering.

No-tool bit changes and LED illumination are two of the conveniences that come with this drill. View larger.

Setting the DV14DL to hammer mode is as simple as turning the clutch mechanism to the 'T' setting. Once in hammer mode, the DV14DL features an impact rate of 0-21,000 BPM for breaking up concrete or brick.

Two-Step Speed Switch for Maximum Control
The DV14DL's unique two-step speed switch offers a total of four speed settings for tackling various applications with greater precision and control: 0-200, 400, 850, and 1,750 RPM.

Additionally, high-speed and low-speed settings are located right on the top of the drill, and a switch-over lever located on the handle lets you change the speed setting to Power Mode for greater power or Save Mode for slower speeds and greater battery preservation.

Full of User-Friendly Features
The DV14DL has plenty of features that were designed with you in mind. To start, a built-in five-position belt hook offers convenience on the job, and an integrated LED work light provides illumination in dimly lit areas. Additionally, the drill's soft-grip handle is ergonomically designed for comfort and ease of use, and the removable side handle provides leverage for breaking concrete and brick. To top it off, the DV14DL features a 3/8-inch keyless chuck for quick and easy bit changes.

HXP Lithium-Ion Batteries Last Longer and Weigh Less
The DV14DL comes with two 3.0-Ah HXP lithium-ion batteries. These batteries weigh half of what traditional NiCd or NiMH batteries weigh--in fact, tools featuring HXP batteries are on average one pound lighter than tools using traditional batteries.

Additionally, HXP batteries last three times longer than their competition. Where NiCd and NiMH batteries could be used for up to 500 charge cycles, HXP Lithium-Ion batteries can be used for up to 1,500 charge cycles!

HXP lithium-ion batteries operate within optimal voltage limits, protecting both the tool and batteries from damage. Protection circuitry built into the batteries and charger monitors the charge and discharge for each battery cell, resulting in peak operating performance.

If a surge in power is detected during use, Hitachi's Over-Current Protection technology will temporarily shut of the power to protect the batteries and tool from being damaged. This feature allows the power to return to optimal voltage, thereby extending battery and tool life beyond any competitive lithium-ion products.

HXP batteries come with a two-year HXP Lithium-Ion Battery Warranty, which protects against possible defects in materials and workmanship.

The Industry's Longest Lithium-Ion Tool Warranty
Every Hitachi cordless power tool is designed to the highest standards and rigorously tested for both performance and durability. All HXP Lithium-Ion cordless tools come with a lifetime lithium-ion tool warranty, which protects against possible defects in materials and workmanship.

What's in the Box
DV14DL Hammer Drill, two 3.0-Ah lithium-ion post-style batteries, quick charger, side handle, driver bit, and case.

Product Description

The DV14DL 14.4V Lithium-Ion Cordless hammer-drill driver is ideal for tightening and loosening fasteners, drilling into wood materials, plastic, steel, aluminum, brick and concrete block. This has a 3/8" chuck. Powered by HXP 3.0Ah batteries from Hitachi, the new lithium ion technology generates 3x the life of standard batteries. They are significantly lighter to reduce the overall weight of the tools they power. And Hitachi's HXP lithium ion batteries are uniquely backwards compatible, meaning they will also work in 14.4V DMR and DVF3 cordless tools for even more flexibility and value across the cordless line. This hammer drill offers 460 in/lbs of torque to power through tough materials. A unique two-step speed switch is located on the side of the handle and gives the user the ability to select from 4 different speed settings (0-200/400/850/1750 RPM) for ultimate control. Other features include an externally accessible carbon brush for quick and easy maintenance, replaceable armature, 2-piece rare-earth magnet motor and a 5-position belt hook with integrated LED job light for convenience. Compact at only 9.84-inches in length and lightweight at 4.6 lbs, the DS14DL feels like a 9.6V tool, while offering the power and performance of a 14.4V.

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• Shipping Weight: 13.8 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: B000OCRN72
• Item model number: DV14DL
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #155,125 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great at home for an ex-pro, June 10, 2008

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W. L. Cummins (Santa Cruz, CA, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Hitachi DV14DL 14.4-Volt Lithium Ion Cordless Hammer Drill (Tools & Home Improvement)

I'm an retired construction project manager(commercial/industrial) and I fully researched this Hitachi drill/driver before I purchased it. It's replacing a great 13 year old Porter Cable 12V d/d (with Magna-Quench!), for which good batteries and chargers are now all but non-existent.
In the month I've had the Hitachi, it's drilled 1/2 in holes through 65-70 4x fence posts, a number of concrete holes for patio and threshold repairs, a bunch of small starter holes for cabinet and shelf installs, not mention countless wood, concrete, and sheet metal screws. I love it!
It has about double the power of my old PC, has the added features of the hammer for concrete work and the opposed handle, has excellent battery lasting power (only had to change once during a big all day job) but is about the same weight as the PC. When I first got it, it looked like a Flash Gordon ray gun, but now it's starting to burly up.
Great price and quick delivery from Amazon. Highly recommend this d/d for a pro who needs the drill power and for all-around home use. It's a great compromise of power, weight, versatility, and price.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good product, May 27, 2008

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This review is from: Hitachi DV14DL 14.4-Volt Lithium Ion Cordless Hammer Drill (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have only had this drill for a couple of weeks, but it is by far the best cordless drill I have ever had. It has a lot of torque and performed well even when I drilled into some concrete with a dull bit. I have had two other cordless drills, a Makita (a good drill, but not in this class) and a Craftman (mostly a piece of junk), and this one is great. It came with both batteries charged, so it was ready to go right out of the box. Also, the carrying case is actually large enough to hold all the parts after you use them. I do think they could have included two screwdriver bits, rather than just the one. Other than that I am very pleased with the drill, especially the hammer drill feature.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT Product, April 8, 2009

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CDM (Golden, CO USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Hitachi DV14DL 14.4-Volt Lithium Ion Cordless Hammer Drill (Tools & Home Improvement)

I purchased this product due to the price and my good experience with Hitachi tools in the past. I am not disappointed here. I can't believe the quality...many more metal parts than the competition at about half the price! The drill functions flawlessly, has four speeds (though two of them are basically due to a trigger limiting switch that controls how far you can pull the trigger), and has great battery life. This is a much nicer product than the DeWalt I'm replacing with it. Highly recommended!!