The DCD925 is a versatile and powerful cordless hammer drill that is suitable for a wide range of uses at home or in the workplace.
As with all Dewalt cordless power tools this model is of an improved design over its predessor, the DC925 combi drill. This is by way of its overall design, as well as its ergonomics and specifications.
The Dewalt DCD925B2 is driven by a powerful 18 volt battery motor for heavy duty drilling and screwdriving applications. The batteries supplied with this unit as standard are the renowned XRP 18v NiMh battery packs. Two of these are included with the purchase of the DCD925 giving the drill an excellent runtime whether it is being used for screwdriving applications or work drilling into metal, wood, plastics, or masonry. The capacity of the rechargeable battery packs is 2.6aH, and when placed in the packaged charger unit require only a 40 minute charge time to be ready for use with full power.
The battery charger is an "intelligent" Dewalt Battery Charger that maintains the battery condition as well as charging it. It can also be used for a quick top up of the DCD925's battery packs if needed, and at any time.
Being a combination drill this new model has three (3) modes; 1) Hammer action for drilling into all types of masonry including bricks, blocks, slabs, plaster, stone, marble, and light concrete. 2) Drilling mode used for rapid boring into all types of hard and soft woods as well as plastics and metals. 3) Screwdriver mode for controlled screwing of fasteners and fixings.
Three (3) Speed Metal Gearbox
To allow this drill to perform over a wide speed range (both chuck and motor) the Dewalt DCD925B2 is fitted with a three (3) speed gearbox. Coupled with an ultra smooth gear selector this gives the drill three operating speeds. When used in conjunction with its variable trigger control this gives speed ranges of:
(1) 0-500 rpm / (2) 0-1250rpm / (3) 0-2000rpm
Unlike older models of cordless drill drivers and dedicated cordless hammer drills it is this wide speed range that makes the DCD925 a versatile and great all round tool for the professional user.
Comparison To The Dewalt DC988KA
The new model is sold alongside the DC988KA model combination drill which is well known to most builders, joiners, plumbers, electricians, and other professional tradesmen. The DC988 is a good value for money cordless drill that has been on sale for several years now, having been dropped from the Dewalt range at one point, and then resurrected again.
With lower specifications than the new DCD925 it is normally not first choice for the user looking to buy the best and latest model, but is aimed at the user that has a limited budget but which would rather stick with a Dewalt Power Tool because of their strength, robustness, and high performance.
Dewalt DCD925B Specifications:
- 3 Mode Combination Drill
- 18 Volt Battery
- 2.6aH Battery Capacity
- 13mm Chuck Capacity
- 450w Electric Motor
- Weight - 2.9 kg
- Batteries x2 (NiMh)
- 40 Minute Full Charge Type
- Intelligent Battery Charger
- Max Torque 55 Nm
- Variable Speed & Reverse Action
- 13mm Keyless Chuck (Metal)
- Chuck Capacity 1.5mm - 13mm
- Auto Spindle Lock
- Drilling Capacity - 50mm Wood
- Drilling Capacity - 13mm Metal
- Drilling Capacity - 16mm Masonry
- White LED Integral Worklight
- 22 Position Torque Clutch Control
- Supplied With Side Handle
- Carry Case
- 12 Month Warranty (Trade Use)
Summary Of This Dewalt Cordless Hammer Drill
The Dewalt DCD925 B2 can tackle most tasks the professional user will throw at it. By using the drills three speed gearbox it is capable of drilling into metal, wood, and timber with perfect control. Accurate screwdriving especially with large capacity wood screws is easy for this drill, helped by the 22 position torque control and variable speed trigger action. Removing screws and fasteners can be described as "childs play" when the reverse action is selected.
The busy tradesman will appreciate the speed with which drill bits or other accessories can be swapped using the standard keyless 13mm heavy duty chuck. The auto spindle lock fitted allows single handed use with this particular chuck.
This particular model cordless combination hammer drill is the not the cheapest you can buy, but it is a great all rounder offering strong performance over many other rival brands. A statement about Dewalt Power Tools is that they are guaranteed to be tough, powerful, precise, and reliable.
In addition ergonomics now play a big part with modern cordless drills. This also applies to this model with it having a good overall balance, a reasonable weight, and fitted rubber grips. These features increase comfort for the user w hen working for long periods of time with the Dewalt DCD925B2.
