DEWALT

DEWALT’s objective is to work side by side with professionals and create tools that will exceed their expectations. But it is hard to say if DEWALT is “better” than other tool manufacturers. What is best is highly subjective! Some tradesmen will have loyalties to a particular brand, without having experience of any others. Makita, Milwaukee and Bosch all manufacture high-quality tools, but whether one is ‘better’ than the other is likely to come down to personal preference.

TSTAK units are the ultimate flexible storage solution, using interlocking systems that you can configure to your exact requirements. The ToughSystem uses 4mm thick reinforced polypropylene plastic with heavy-duty metal latches and metal hinges for unbeatable toughness and protection. DEWALT TSTAK and ToughSystem are two different systems and do not work together.

Designed to help save you time and money, Tool Connect™ is a three-part inventory management solution that allows you to connect, track and customise your inventory of tools across multiple jobsites. Download the app on your phone and follow the instructions to pair the Bluetooth enabled tools in your inventory. Data will be sent automatically to your Inventory Manager account where you will be able to view your inventory on your computer. Tool Connect™ will track your tools, tell you where they are or where they were last seen, and to who they were last assigned. For non-Bluetooth inventory, a Tool Connect™ Tag can be attached to the equipment to track its location.

Brushless tools operate very differently than brushed motor tools and there are many advantages over their ‘brushed’ counterparts. In both brushless and brushed motors, magnets are responsible for the rotary motion. In brushed motors, the power supply runs through two brushes on both sides of the motor’s shaft, touching part of the motor called the commutator. The commutator transfers the electric current from the carbon brushes into another part of the motor called the armature, which is copper wiring that’s wrapped tightly into dense coils creating an electromagnetic field when the electric current passes into the coils. In a brushless motor, the armature is located on the outside of the motor and a small circuit board controls power to the armature. When the circuit board supplies the coils with electric current, the same opposing magnetic field is created and the magnets on the motor shaft begin to spin.

With brushed motors, the brushes are in constant contact with the rotating commutator. This creates friction, which creates heat, and causes wear and tear. With brushless motors, the rotor isn’t in contact with anything - there’s nothing to wear down over time. In this regard, they’re much more efficient and longer lasting than brushed motors. Also, because of the elimination of the friction-producing brushes, brushless motors are a good deal more powerful too, at the same voltage as a brushed motor.

Most DEWALT XR tools are brushless and over time, all new DEWALT cordless machines will feature brushless motors. Brushed motors produce more friction that can cause heat to build up, creating more wear and tear. XR brushless motors are more efficient, creating less friction allowing for longer runtime between charges.

In DEWALT FLEXVOLT batteries there are 3 sets of cells running in parallel. When attached to a 54V FLEXVOLT machine, these cells work together to produce the full 54V of power. When connected to an 18V machine, the cells operate separately, creating an 18V battery with a larger amp power and significantly increased runtime.

DEWALT have professional tradesmen test each drill under demanding jobsite conditions to ensure that their drills meet the expectations of their users. All DEWALT drills are Guaranteed Tough and renowned for their excellent quality.

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Depending on the DEWALT drill you are using, you may or may not need to use a chuck to change your drill bits.

Before you start, always make sure your power source is disconnected.

If your DEWALT drill did come with a chuck key, find the chuck key that came with the tool and line up the teeth on the chuck key with the teeth on the chuck. Then, insert the tip of the key into one of the holes on the side of the chuck. Once you’ve done this, you can start opening the jaws on the chuck and slowly and carefully pull the bit out using your index finger and thumb. To put a new bit in, simply hold the shank of the bit (the smooth part) with your index finger and thumb and insert into the jaws and, with a good hold on the tool, tighten the chuck again. To do this, take your chuck key and line it up again with the teeth. Then insert it into each hole on the side of the chuck and turn it clockwise, ensuring they grip tightly. As you tighten the jaws of the chuck again, make sure that you’re able to keep a steady grip on the bit. You don’t want it to fall out while you tighten the jaws or get put in incorrectly. Turn the drill on and test it to make sure it’s working correctly.

If your drill has a keyless chuck, to change the bit, it’s a slightly different process. First you’ll need to loosen the chuck by holding it with one hand and holding the handle of your drill with the other hand. Next, turn the chuck anti-clockwise to open the jaws and remove the bit carefully. Hold the bit you want to use between your thumb and index finger with the shank facing towards the chuck. Put the bit into the chuck jaws and then pull it back towards you about a centimetre. Keep hold of the bit as you tighten the jaws back up. Pull the trigger very gently several times to ensure that the bit is installed into the chuck correctly.

If your machine is an SDS+ or SDS-MAX product, the drill bits with the appropriate SDS fitting are inserted directly into the front of the machine. To install these, simply push the bit into the tool holder and twist until you hear a click. Your drill bit should now be locked into place and ready to use. To remove a bit from an SDS machine, pull back the rear collar of the SDS chuck / tool holder with one hand, whilst using the other hand to pull the bit away from the machine.

Which DEWALT saw is best will largely depend on what you are trying to cut and the application. DEWALT offers a wide range of saws to meet every cutting need, from mitre saws, circular saws, reciprocating saws, jig saws and table saws. All their saws are designed for the professional through extensive jobsite research and testing so no matter what DEWALT tool you choose, you can be sure of its high-quality.

DEWALT’s cordless, pneumatic nailers and staplers provide maximum performance and have been developed through years of experience in the toughest environments. Their cordless design allows you to work freely, ideal for tasks that require mobility around the jobsite. DEWALT nailers offer fantastic user protection, with class leading vibration and sound figures.  

All DEWALT radios have been built to withstand the dirt, debris, moisture and rough handling that is sometimes unavoidable on jobsites. Which DEWALT radio is best may well come down to your specific needs. Are you working on a large jobsite with noisy machinery and other activity? If so, the DEWALT radio you choose should have enough volume to be heard. If you are moving around a site a lot, you may need something more portable, something lightweight and compact. With DAB gradually taking over from analogue (AM/FM waves), you may want to invest in a DEWALT radio with digital reception, which will provide greater choice as well as better reception. Here at ToolStoreUK we offer a variety of DEWALT radios, designed with features that make them especially suitable and useful for work environments. Read more about these radios in our complete guide to jobsite radios and bluetooth speakers today.

DEWALT’s high performance angle grinders are available in several sizes, with various trigger grips and body grips offered depending on your requirements and application. Which DEWALT angle grinder is “best” will largely come down to these factors: how deep you need your cuts (larger discs make deeper cuts), what material you will be working through (you’ll need a higher wattage to cut through denser materials) and whether you need the freedom of cordless. You may also want to consider speed control (multiple speeds give more control for precise work) and safety features such as slow-start, anti-kickback and paddle switches.

DEWALT’s wide range of laser tools are designed to ensure accuracy for everything from levelling to jobsite grading and complex measurements. If your DEWALT laser requires calibration you must contact an authorised service repair agent. Any attempt by anyone other than an authorised service repair agent to service a laser during the warranty period will invalidate the warranty for said laser. Calibration is not included under the DEWALT 3-year limited warranty.

All DEWALT products purchased from ToolStoreUK come with a standard 1-year warranty. However, batteries and chargers are excluded from the DEWALT extended 3-year guarantee. For more information, see DEWALT’s warranty policy.

If DEWALT batteries are too cold (below 40°F) or too hot for that matter, the batteries may not take a full charge. When batteries are being charged and discharged a chemical reaction is taking place. Naturally extreme temperatures can disturb this reaction causing a loss of run-time. Always consult your tool’s instruction manual for information.

DEWALT is a global manufacturer and distributor of power tools, manufacturing in the UK, US, Mexico, Brazil, China, Italy, the Czech Republic and more. Their tools are built with materials and components from all over the world.

Hoping to use your DEWALT batteries in your Bosch, Milwaukee, Makita or Hikoki tools? Batteries are often manufactured to purposely prevent them from being interchangeable with small differences to their plastic moulds. Even if they attach physically, charge rate is critical. You would need to know what cells are inside. Using the wrong charger on certain cells could result in the battery catching fire or drastically reducing the life of the battery.