Dewalt DCD999 Hammer Drill - FLEXVOLT Advantage

Dewalt DCD999 Hammer Drill - FLEXVOLT Advantage - 18v 20v max [2021]

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3 жыл бұрын

oztooltalk take a look at the Flexvolt Advantage hammer drill from Dewalt, the DCD999.
This drill is supposed to be far more powerful when using flexvolt batteries than it's predecessors. It is real, or is it marketing hype? We put it through the gauntlet to find out.
Specifications as follows:
Max Torque - 112 Nm
3 Speeds - 450, 1,400 and 2,000 RPM max
Hammer speed - 38,250 BPM
Weight - 1.6kg

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@interman7715 2 жыл бұрын

I started on the Dewalt Flexvolt /xr system partly because of these ole mates excellent reviews and couldn't be happier, makes my work so much easier 👍👍👍👍

@shane.t.188 3 жыл бұрын

Thorough job guys as always 🤜🤛💯

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

cheers Shane

@tomhoskins813 3 жыл бұрын

Once again guys great vid! I work for Bunnings and anytime I’ve got a customer tossing up between brands I always refer to the points you guys make in your breakdowns and I give you guys a shout out any chance I get. Keep up the good work

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom!

@jean-marc7999 3 жыл бұрын

Splendid tool, Splendid review as dual !

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

thanks!

@kaizen7852 3 жыл бұрын

good work guys keep it up

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

cheers Gabriel :)

@davetaylor4741 3 жыл бұрын

Very interesting review and results. I have the 999 on order and should be able to test it myself soon. Despite having both Flexvolt and normal batteries I normally run a standard 5 on my drills for weight reasons. The Flexvolt get used on the power hungry tools like circular saws. I did order this drill for the extra grunt so when I need it a 6Ah Flexvolt seems like it will be the way to go.

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

cheers Dave, I do the same thing

@olgajoachimosmundsen4647 3 жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I've wondered myself. How does Dewalt's advertisement compare to the real world? To me it doesn't seem like Dewalt compares 996 and 999 apples to apples when they talk about percent increase in power. I have myself used my 996 to drill through 48mm of wood with a 168mm hole saw, and was surprised that it could actually do it. I've also had the intuition that the flexvolt battery gives more power to 18v tools in general. I myself have flexvolt advantage angle grinder and recip saw. They are beasts with flexvolt batteries, and do okay with 5ah! I am especially surprise by the angle grinder. You can put your whole weight on it with a flap disc without stalling the motor.

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

nice info, thanks :) appreciate your support

@eddypuryantovos 2 жыл бұрын

Great guys thanks for the comparison video. Just what I needed. I am only using 18v 5ah batteries so my choice would be DCD996 and no need to buy the DCD999!

@OZToolTalk 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@jlirving 2 жыл бұрын

Surprisingly very few people were talking about it. I was getting suspicious myself. Especially when working out what to buy.

@jackwalton2662 3 жыл бұрын

I reckon a good way to think about it is that the new flexvolt advantage tools ARE flexvolt tools, that in a pinch or at the end of the day or whatever, will also work with the 18v batteries if needs be. Just my take on it though! Cheers

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

hey Jack. In a sense there's no such thing as flexvolt TOOLS, only flexvolt batteries. The tools are either 18V tools or 54v tools ;)

@unscriptedandunknown 2 жыл бұрын

There can be a sweet spot for tool to battery. You will get more available current as you go from 2Ah up through 6Ah flexvolt and beyond but current is not the only correlating variable of performance for a given attachment. Current at some point will decrease efficiency through bit slippage or increasing safety circuit operation.

@OZToolTalk 2 жыл бұрын

Indeed you are correct, for MANY application. But for say screwing down joists with hundreds of large screws, ALL the power is desirable. I think a 4/5ah battery is just fine for the majority of uses though.

@turbotools2745 3 жыл бұрын

Very good 👍💯💯💯

@paedahe4975 3 жыл бұрын

I have the 996. I ❤️it. I am searching for a reason to upgrade to the 999. I am still in good shape as far as I can see. What will DeWalt do next after the 999? Dcd1000? They ran out of #’s.

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

you're right. I'm sure they'll figure something out ;)

@niedzwiedzx1740 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, tell me if it makes sense to pay extra and take 999 or is it better to stay with 996. Regards

@mtanyctrainatlantamartatra7164 Жыл бұрын

When are you going to get Hercules and bauer in the mix

@annacraft 3 жыл бұрын

Got the 996 and it has more power than I probably ever need. Great tool, but the sound in hammer drill mode is just incredibly loud and annoying 😂 Unfortunately the newer batteries with newer cells are almost impossible to get here in Germany. 🙋🏻‍♀️Anna

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Anna. You speak truth. BUT that terrible sound does get you excellent masonry performance for this class of drill. Yeah the only newer cell batteries we get here in Aus are flexvolt ones too...

@annacraft 3 жыл бұрын

@@OZToolTalk True. However, if I need to drill a lot of concrete I borrow my father in law's Dewalt 18V rotary hammer. Please to use for that - especially as it does not scream like a banshee :-)

@whatthehellimbored 3 жыл бұрын

Which costs more the drill or the wood you're testing it on?

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

we hate having to buy timber, but it does happen sometimes!

@jronmanbuilds 3 жыл бұрын

did you test the 12ah flex on either drill? Also was the 9ah the old model with 20700 cells or the new model with 21700 cells? Same with the 6ah did you try the 18650 6ah flex or the 21700 6ah flex?

@jronmanbuilds 3 жыл бұрын

almost forgot the upcoming 15ah. Might as well try it too.

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

we'll we didn't try everything obviously. lol

@promo130 3 жыл бұрын

that flexvolt batterie on the 996, is that the newer ones with the 21700 cells? or do you also get more power with the older flexvolt 18650 cells

@paedahe4975 3 жыл бұрын

Do you know what the model # is for the Flex-volt batteries that have the 18650’s in them?

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

I believe all the 6Ah batteries have 18650s in them don't they? You would still get more power with the 6ah though, as it has 3 rows of (18v) cells.

@paedahe4975 3 жыл бұрын

@@OZToolTalk Honestly, I thought some 6ah were 21700, but your probably right.

@promo130 3 жыл бұрын

@@OZToolTalk they say that flexvolt batteries from 2020 have the 21700 cells, they look a little different then the older ones , dont know if thats only in the usa

@promo130 3 жыл бұрын

@@paedahe4975 all i know is they look a little different, on reddit they had some pictures of the old ones and newer ones. batteries from 2020 should have the 21700 cells they said on reddit

@jonathancorasmin3614 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Guys I have a question .I have a DCD 999T1 18V But it does not have flexvolt or flexvolt advantage written on it.My question is, Is are all DCD999 drills flexvolt advantage or does it specify on the drill?.. Also I wish to ask is the American DCD 999 20v and the UK DCD 999 18v the same?

@OZToolTalk 2 жыл бұрын

yes, what the US calls 20V Max, Europe and Australia call 18v. I imagine the DCD999 would be the same unit in all countried, in this case 'flexvolt advantage'

@danwatts8269 3 жыл бұрын

what about with 12AH ?

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

lol, dunno. But it's not well weighted with the 9 or 12.

@darksahde 3 жыл бұрын

Serious question now, what's the difference between this and an SDS plus+1/2 inch chunk attachment. say dch293(dch333 at Europe).

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

This sort of 'hammer' drill is a drill that is made primarily for drilling in timber and steel. It is very powerful for those tasks. It's hammer function in concrete is: much less powerful, much less pleasant, and much harder on drill bits than a rotary hammer drill. if you do the odd 6mm, 8mm or even 10mm hole in concrete, this drill will serve your needs. if you regularly drill in concrete, or ever want to go 12mm and beyond, you should get a rotary hammer drill (like said dch293. The rotary hammer drill spins much slower, but hit much harder, and are MUCH more pleasant to use. (Dwain)

@darksahde 3 жыл бұрын

@@OZToolTalkwell first, i was not expect a personal reply to my question, hat off to you sir. Second, if I understand your reply correctly, the primary function difference on timbers. personally I drill all my hole on timbers using my impact (dcf887). so it's kinda safe to assume I can skip this and get a rotary hammer + attachment. Lastly, It will be quite interesting to see a video to see how a sds plus perform some task people use 1\2 inch chunk for (make holes in timeber, mixing stuff, even fasten some screws, etc) not sure if manufacturers are happy to see that video.

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

@@darksahde hey Wu. you're welcome. I think a drill is still the most important tool in a person's toolkit. I wouldn't get an SDS drill (rotary hammer drill) plus chuck attachment as your primary drill. I'd get a drill like the DCD996 or 999 and then buy a rotary hammer drill later if you do lots of concrete drilling. I do use my SDS drill for mixing a bit, but its not recommended.

@Allen-bm6tz 3 жыл бұрын

How do you like this compared to the Gen 3 Milwaukee? DeWALT FVA more powerful but Milwaukee not far behind?

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

we haven't tested them head to head, but we did crack out the Gen3 FUEL during the test and initial thoughts put it very close. We're gonna do a hammer drill comparison later this year, so keep an eye out ;)

@Allen-bm6tz 3 жыл бұрын

@@OZToolTalk I wish it could be sooner because I need to make a decision soon and I value both of your opinions!

@kr526 2 жыл бұрын

Oz Tool Talk Great work guys, going insane during lockdown and i’ve really dug into your reviews, please do a head to head with the Flex volt soon!

@solarman6873 3 жыл бұрын

put a 12amp on it no shutdown

@OZToolTalk 3 жыл бұрын

really?

@LeoBeebe 3 жыл бұрын

Hey guys, Dewalt DCD 999 20v is compatible with 18v 54v 9ah flexvolt battery?

@OZToolTalk 2 жыл бұрын

yes of course :) 20V Max (USA marketing) is the same as 18V for the rest of the world. Flexvolt batteries run at either 18V (20V max) or 54V (60v Max) depending on the tool you connect them to.