DEWALT DCF894N Review

The DEWALT DCF894N Impact Wrench is a powerful, adjustable and easy to use tool which is suitable for home and professional use. It has a 1/2 inch (13mm) square drive with a detent pin which allows for efficient torque delivery and excellent socket retention. The tool achieves a maximum torque of 447Nm, a breakaway torque of 813Nm, and an impressive 3100 impacts per minute. It's a cordless impact wrench which offers much in the way of freedom and flexibility.

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The DEWALT DCF894N Impact Wrench has three modes - Low, Precision Wrench and High. You can therefore use the setting appropriate to the job and material at hand. We like the tool's LED lighting system which provides illumination without creating shadows. We also like its compact/lightweight design, and handy belt hook for convenient temporary storage.

About DEWALT

DEWALT are a brand of hand tools, power tools, landscaping equipment, and more. Their power tools include drills, grinders, impact drivers, impact wrenches, nailers, rotary hammers, demolition hammers, sanders, planers, routers, saws, screwdrivers, etc. DEWALT have a reputation for quality.

Specification

The features are as follows:

• Performance - The DEWALT DCF894N Impact Wrench is designed for both home and professional use. It achieves a maximum torque of 447Nm, up to 3100 impacts per minute, and a breakaway torque of 813Nm. It can reach its top speed in both forward and reverse modes. The tool has a 1/2 inch (13mm) square drive with a detent pin which provides excellent socket retention.
• Motor - The tool has an 18V brushless motor which is battery powered. The battery is sold separately. You might have a compatible battery if you've got another cordless DEWALT tool.
• Modes - The tool has 3 modes (Low, Precision Wrench and High). You can set the mode depending on the job and material at hand. The 'Low' speed is ideal for more delicate tasks, running slowly in forward mode and full speed in reverse mode.
• LED Lighting - The DEWALT DCF894N Impact Wrench has bright LED lighting which illuminates your work area. The light is located on the foot of the tool to help prevent shadows.
• Design - The tool has a compact/lightweight design for easy manoeuvrability. It's 178mm long and weighs only 1.5kg. A rubber XR grip and switch provide additional comfort.
• Belt Hook - A handy belt hook lets you temporarily store the tool on you hands-free.

Summary

All in all, the DEWALT DCF894N Impact Wrench is a high performance tool which is suitable for both professional and DIY use. We particularly like its high maximum torque of 447Nm and its high breakaway torque of 813Nm. We also like its adjustable speed (Low, Precision Wrench and High), as well as its LED lighting and its compact/lightweight/comfortable design. We rate the DEWALT DCF894N Impact Wrench 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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