Dewalt DC013 Site Radio Battery Charger

The New Dewalt DC013 Site Radio Battery Charger

Now you can listen to the radio whilst charging your Dewalt cordless power tools battery as you work.

The Dewalt DC013 is one of the latest cordless tool accessories to be launched by Dewalt.

Available to buy in either 110v or 240v versions this site radio charger is capable of recharging most Dewalt battery packs that are Ni-cad, NiMh, or Lithium Ion in type.

The battery packs this Site Radio Charger unit will recharge are in the voltage range of 7.2v to 18v.

As the new successor to the popular DC011 model this new version is stylish, has ergonomic design features, and has been developed by Dewalt with the work site in mind.

The user has the option to power the built in radio off either mains electric supply (110v or 240v depending on the version purchased) or off a Dewalt battery inserted into the units battery housing. Standard features include a digital tuner display, heavy duty protective roll cage / carry handle, weather resistant high quality speakers with bass ports, a 28mm sized radio aerial giving good reception, a built in lcd display clock, auxillary input socket to allow music to be distributed through the radios tuner, accessory power points.

The Dewalt DC013 Radio Battery Charger also has a USB power point capable of providing power to devices such as mobile telephones, mp3 players, and cd players.

The sound quality of this Dewalt Site Radio Battery Charger is exceptional and needs to be heard to be appreciated. This accessory is not the cheapest way to have a radio at work but is certainly a great piece of equipment for any owner or user of Dewalt Power Tools.

Features:

• Robust Heavy Duty Construction
• Recharges 7.2v - 18v Nicd, NiMh, Li Ion Batteries
• Digital Radio Tuner Display
• Digital Clock Built In
• Preset Radio Station Memory
• Am/Fm Tuner
• Auxiliary Input Socket
• USB Power Outpoint Point
• Flexible Aerial
• Protective Rollcage
• Weight 6.7 kg
• Model No: DC013

This DC013 Radio Battery Charger Will Recharge Most Dewalt Batteries (7.2v - 18v NiCd, Li-Ion, NiMh) As You Work On Site. Alternatively It Can Be Powered By A Standard Mains Electric Supply.

Dewalt DC011 Portable Radio Battery Charger

Details And Features Of The Dewalt DC011

This portable high quality radio battery charger is a great add on for any owner or user of Dewalt cordless drills and portable power tools.

Unlike other portable site radios, this is a versatile unit being capable of also recharging most popular Dewalt battery packs.

It can be purchased in both 110v and 240 volt versions depending on whether you need to run it off standard 240v mains supply in European countries, 110v mains electric in the USA, or 110 volts as its power supply using a transformer on a work site.

The Dewalt DC011 is versatile in being able to also function as a radio that can work on either an electric mains supply or also off a Dewalt rechargeable battery pack. It can be powered off most Nicad and NiMh Dewalt batteries that are in the 7.2v to 18v range.

The radio itself is an am/fm radio and fitted with a digital tuning display that shows the frequency of the particular radio station selected. This has eight (8) station presets as well as a built in clock.

To aid reception a removable flexible antenna is fitted. Being dual pivoting this provides greater durability as well as better reception.

The Dewalt DC011 Radio Battery Charger also has an auxiliary input socket which allows connection of a cd player, an mp3 player or an iPod. A plastic cd player housing case is attached to the side of this radio charger for onboard storage.

The sound output of this unit is ideal for use in the workplace. Dual stereo speakers are fitted that produce clear, sharp, and high quality sound. The speakers themselves are weather resistant and fitted with dual bass ports for maximum bass and range.

The Dewalt radio charger has a rear battery housing where a single rechargeable battery pack can be fitted for fast charging. This is also where the battery would be fitted if you wish to power the radio this way.

Depending on the voltage and battery type (nicad or nickel metal hydride) fitted, it can fully charge a flat battery between 30 and 70 minutes time. The inbuilt charger circuitry is of "intelligent" design being a three (3) stage system. This provides maximum operating time as well as extending the service life of the Dewalt battery packs.

Another feature worth mentioning is the attached carry handle and protection frame. Manufactured in a tough moulded plastic it allows easy transporation and portability, as well as good protection to the radio itself.

The DC011 is not the cheapest site radio you can buy but is a goodvalue for money considering its overall features and quality. Tradesmen can listen to the radio as they work in addition to also charging their power tools battery packs.

Feature And Specifications

• Built In AM/FM Radio
• Chargers Dewalt 7.2v - 18v Batteries
• Carry Handle / Protection Frame
• Auxiliary Input Connector
• Digital Display And Clock
• Weather Resistant Speakers
• Weather Sealed Battery Housing
• 8 Presets
• Charge time 30 - 70 Min
• Flexible Aerial
• 3 Stage Charge System
• Dual Bass Ports
• 12 Months Warranty