DEWALT DW920K2 Heavy Duty 7.2-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless Screwdriver

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A versatile, compact choice for fastening or drilling in wood, plastic, and even some light metals, the DeWalt DW920K-2 Heavy Duty Cordless Screwdriver Provides 0-500 RPM and 80 in./lbs. of torque for fast, efficient performance. Featuring a unique two-position handle that lets you choose to use the driver in-line or with a pistol-style grip, this tool offers a variety of convenient features for intuitive use. Variable speed capability, a conveniently place reversing trigger, and an electric brake combine to offer great results, while a quick-release, industrial hex-shank chuck secures bits in place with minimal slippage. The hinge at the heart of the two-position handle is crafted from metal for increased durability, and it offers a locking-mechanism, so you can work confidently. Also included in the kit are a one-hour charger, two 7.2-volt compact batteries, two screwdriver bits, and a heavy-duty kit box for storage and transport. This DeWalt high-performance industrial tool is backed by a 3-year limited warranty.

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DEWALT DW920K-2 Heavy Duty 7.2-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless Screwdriver

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 14.8 x 11.9 x 4.6 inches ; 7.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 6.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B000051WQV
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: DW920K2
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (172 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #378 in Home Improvement (See Bestsellers in Home Improvement)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

56 of 57 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Cordless Screwdriver!!!, January 9, 2005

By	Chris Lange (Orange County, CA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I own numerous cordless drills and cordless screwdrivers. This one really fills the gap. Light weight and strong power, for its size. I do a lot of electrical work, which entails drywall repair amongst other things. It has enough power to drive drywall screws in, yet small enough to get into those small places. I wouldn't sheet rock a room but it's great for small jobs. Attaching cabinet hinges, electrical work and driving hex nuts, it works great in all applications. Really beats the pants off of the B&D 3 volt screw drivers. The clutch has excellent range. At the 1 setting you can drive screws into a switch face plate without breaking the plate. The higher numbers correspond almost exactly to the release pressure of my other DeWALT drills.

I knocked off one star due to the poor quick release design. By the way, it hasn't been fixed. When you push the sleeve back, towards the screw driver, it releases the bit. Like others have said, when you bump it or put it in your tool belt the bit can release. It hasn't been a huge problem, just an annoying issue. The problem is that there is a small spring that helps release the bit. So it shoots it across the room. It really doesn't make any sense, since their impact drivers have the release mechanism going in the opposite direction. That said, I would buy this again and recommend it to anyone. Hopefully, some day, DeWALT will act on these reviews. For the price this is a great deal. The batteries have long run times and the charger is the latest 3 mode version which allows you to leave the battery in the charger all the time without damaging the battery. In fact that is what they recommend, keep one in the charger at all times. It charges, conditions and then maintains a trickle charge after that. I wish that I would have purchase this item long ago. Have fun.

Update: I have now been using this tool for about 6 months. It still works flawlessly. I would like to add a note on the quick release. I think that DeWALT's thinking on the way the bit releases is for ease of use and quick action. Typically if you are using this tool, you will be changing from flat head to phillips again and again. By tapping the release the bit quickly pops out and to attach a new one you just shove it in. If, like on their impact driver, you had a locking mechanism it would be more difficult to release and install the bit. This is supposed to be for light duty work. This cordless screwdriver is now the first tool into my bag for any project. I can't imagine leaving home without it.

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars WOW. There's the rest but here's the best, January 1, 2001

By	JohnJ80 "JohnJ80" (Upper Midwest) - See all my reviews

This is simply the best cordless screwdriver around. With a drill you either have too much torque, speed and size. Having a power screwdriver is a necessary piece of equipment for any homeowner.

I had always suffered with stripped screw heads or insufficient torque. No more - not with this baby. Balance is perfect, controls are terrific. I was really (pleasantly) surprised to find the chuck is a rapid load self ejecting chuck. This is really a necessity in a screwdriver (and probably in drills too - DeWalt hope you are reading this....).

The torque adjustment is really great. Adjustment steps are very nicely spaced throughout the torque range. I.e. you don't have to worry about one setting being too much and the next being too little. You get a nice range throughout 15 settings. I have used this for light jobs like wall switch trim plates with no problem where I used to routinely crack them with other drivers. Also with tough driving into thick oak etc.. with no problem and no stripping.

My only complaint is that the battery shape makes the tools somewhat awkward to use in the straight position. However, this is the only problem and nothing that I believe detracts from the tool overall.

Having owned several black and decker cordless ones and having looked at the skil, panasonic and others. This tool leaves them in the dust ... and at a discount too! (Panasonic I have seen here for $139 or so).

Get it. You won't regret it.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars DeWalt Cordless Screwdriver, April 8, 2001

By	Richard N (United States) - See all my reviews

I'm remodeling my garage. One of the many tasks is putting up sturdy wall shelving to hold heavy tools and tool boxes, and putting up drop down ceiling racks to hold 4x8 sheets of plywood, sheet rock, etc.

I have been using the DeWalt Cordless Screwdriver to attach the shelving to my garage studs and rafters with 3 inch wood screws.

I am more than impressed with the power this little screwdriver has. Screwing 3 inch screws into a pair of 2x4's by hand or by using a drill and Phillips bit is not an easy task. The DeWalt however, has the power to get the job done easily. I don't have to soap the screws either, a task that was necessary with my old Craftsman cordless screwdriver.

I set the clutch to 15 for these tough jobs. When the clutch engages, the DeWalt sounds like an air ratchet. The thing just oozes power.

The 1 hour charger works as advertised. My depleted battery packs are completely recharged in under an hour.

The DeWalt two position handle is a welcome enhancement from my inline Craftsman cordless screwdriver. I find that I am using the pistol grip postion almost exclusively.

One feature that took some getting used to is the location of the forward, lock, reverse switch. Its location is more suitable for a left handed person than for a right handed person.

To say the very minimum, I am very satisfied with my DeWalt. Next to my table saw I would rank my cordless screwdriver as my most important and useful tool.