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DEWALT DCMST561N 18v Brushless String Trimmer BODY ONLY

DCMST561N-XJ Product Overview

The DCMST561 is powered by a high- performance DEWALT brushless motor that delivers a runtime of up to 40 minutes on a single 18V 5.0 Ah battery. With a patented split shaft and hinge format, which allows the string trimmer to fold down to a compact size for easy storing or transporting in a vehicle. Engineered to handle the most challenging of tasks, the large 360mm swath and 2mm DEWALT twisted line ensure absolute precision and impressive cutting results.

Part No: DCMST561N-XJ(DEWPDCMST561N)

DCMST561N-XJ Technical Specifications

  • Voltage: 18v
  • Body Only
  • Motor: Brushless
  • Swath: 33 cm
  • Shaft: Straight
  • Speeds: 2
  • Variable Speed: Yes
  • Feed System: Bump
  • Feed Reload: Manual
  • Line: 2 mm

DEWALT DCMST561N 18v Brushless String Trimmer BODY ONLY

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DCMST561N-XJ Key Features

  • Next Generation Products for 18v XR System user - more outdoor tools to get the job done
  • High efficiency brushless motor - Delivers up to 40 mins no load runtime (with a 5 ah battery)
  • 36cm swath and 2mm twisted line for efficient cutting performance
  • Well balanced design and folding shaft for compact storage and easy transportation

DCMST561N-XJ What’s Included

  • This is a Body Only machine, which is not supplied with a battery or charger.
  • Number of Batteries Supplied: 0
  • Voltage: 18v
  • Type: Brushless
Delivery & Returns
Delivery & Returns
We offer free delivery on orders over £55, placed before 4pm Monday to Thursday. Note that next day delivery for orders placed after 4pm on Thursday, up to 4pm Friday, is usually Monday (excluding bank holidays). Estimated delivery for all orders placed over a weekend is Tuesday. Note that due to the size and weight of some products, next working day delivery is not available and additional carriage charges will apply. If you would like to return your goods, we will offer a full refund or exchange within 30 days of purchase. For full details, visit our delivery and returns page. Ts&Cs apply.
FAQs
FAQs
What should I look for when buying a Strimmer or Brushcutter?

A strimmer or a brushcutter can prove extremely versatile; while they’re ideal for tidying up around the edges of lawns, they can also be used for intensive operations like clearing dense shrub.

When choosing a Strimmer or Brushcutter, there are a number of things to think about. For comfort when using the tool, selecting the right length of shaft for your height is important, as is considering the overall weight of the tool. You may also want to decide whether you want a battery-powered or fuel-driven machine; battery-powered Strimmers don’t need to be refuelled, but can be more powerful than electric models. For home users with relatively small gardens, a corded tool, which you plug into mains power, offers an additional alternative.

Which is better: brushless or brushed tools?

Brushed motors use carbon brushes to transfer power from the fixed part of the motor to the rotor. This creates a reliable and relatively inexpensive motor, but brushed motors d require regular maintenance, in order to either clean the brushes or replace them as they wear out. A brushless motor, by contrast, uses a magnet mounted on the rotor to generate the power and electrical switching to perform the function carried out by the brushes. The additional complexity of the motor’s working means that brushless motors are usually more expensive than brushed.

However, eliminating the brushes also eliminates internal friction and maintenance, meaning that brushless motors offer both increased power and a longer working life. Brushless motors also generate less heat and noise and so, on balance, are considered superior to brushed motors.

Reviews
Reviews
By Mr Andrew Katsouris on 28th August 2024
"After six months of use the strimmer now only lasts 10-12 minutes with a 5ah battery. I have purchased new batteries and they last no longer than 12 minutes. This is on Low setting. Dewalt can find no fault so are now refusing to support me even though the product is clearly not fit for purpose. Their test concluded under no load - the senior technician has advised that your string trimmer ran for approximately 15 minutes and would have continued working Clearly gardening equipment is not Dewalt's strong area and I would avoid!"
Star Rating 1
By Anonymous on 27th April 2024
"Great piece of kit."
Star Rating 5
By Mr philip howes on 23rd April 2024
"Product arrived with no problems, I was kept informed regarding the delivery process, thankyou once again, 10/10 Regarding the product it works fine and is perfect for my use."
Star Rating 5
By Anonymous on 18th August 2023
"An excellent tool with, the usual DeWalt quality feel and operation. Note that once assembled it will not be possible to use the box for storage, but it does fold in half to take less space."
Star Rating 5
Warranty
Warranty
All of our products come with a standard 1 year manufacturers warranty, however if you would like to discuss extending this warranty, please contact our customer service team on 03330 043777, or email customerservices@toolstoreuk.co.uk. For further warranty information from this specific manufacturer, visit our warranty page.