Power Tool and Battery System Increases Power, Extends Runtime on the Jobsite

DeWALT (Towson, MD) recently announced their patented FLEXVOLT™ Power Tool and Battery System, as well as FLEXVOLT High Efficiency Accessories™. “The FLEXVOLT System enhances the user experience with cordless power tools, offering both power and runtime for the jobsite. The innovative technology of this system broadens what’s possible in the development of more capable and convenient cordless tools,” said Frank Mannarino, the president of the Professional Products Group.

With this new system, heavy-duty corded power tool applications can now be performed with cordless tools, without sacrificing performance. It offers power equivalent to corded tools, more runtime than previous cordless tools, and supports the existing 20V MAX* System, as well as new 60V MAX* and 120V MAX* tools.

The 20V MAX* System features over 70 tools and is more popular than ever in the building and construction trades. In the landscape of cordless tools, the FLEXVOLT System changes the game by expanding capabilities of existing 20V MAX* tools while growing high-powered tool offerings. The 20V MAX* System benefits fully from the launch of the new Battery, which provides up to 4X the runtime when used with these tools. The new range of High Efficiency Accessories complement the system and are specifically engineered to maximize the runtime of these cordless power tools.

The 6.0 AH FLEXVOLT Battery** is the world’s first battery that automatically changes voltage when you change tools. It offers the following:

• Up to 4X Runtime when used with 20V MAX* tools
• The Power of Corded when used with 60V or 120V tools
• Works with 20V MAX*, 60V MAX*, and 120V MAX* (2 x 60V MAX*) tools

Coming soon will be the 9.0 AH FLEXVOLT Battery** that can provide even more runtime and even more power. It is also compatible with 20V MAX*, 60V MAX*, and 120V MAX* (2 x 60V MAX*) tools. FLEXVOLT tools include:

• 7-1/4 in Circular Saw (DCS575)
• 4-1/2 in to 6 in Grinder (DCG414)
• Reciprocating Saw (DCS388)
• 1/2 in VSR Stud and Joist Drill (DCD460)
• 8-1/4 in Table Saw (DCS7485)
• 120V MAX* 12 in Fixed Head Compound Miter Saw (DHS716)
• 120V MAX* 12 in Sliding Compound Miter Saw (DHS790)

Coming in 2017, the company plans to launch more tools that will harness the power of 60V MAX*.

In addition to the power and performance offered by these new power tools, they are complemented by the new range of High Efficiency Accessories that are Engineered to Maximize Runtime™ and were launched in tandem with the new power tools. This new line of accessories is optimized for use with cordless power tools and is engineered to deliver more cuts or holes per charge than standard accessories. Each of the 44 new High Efficiency Accessories – including small and large diameter circular saw blades, reciprocating saw blades, hole saws, and abrasives – provide long life in tough applications. This new line of accessories is specifically designed to fully leverage the capabilities of the FLEXVOLT System.

Notes:
*With respect to 20V MAX* – Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18.
*With respect to 60V MAX* – Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 60 volts. Nominal voltage is 54.
*With respect to 120V MAX* – Based on using 2 DEWALT 60V MAX* batteries, combined having a maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) of 120 volts and a nominal voltage of 108.
**When used with 20V MAX* Tools.

DeWALT is a leading manufacturer of industrial corded and cordless power tools, power tool accessories, and hand tools in categories that include Drilling & Fastening, Concrete & Metal Power Tools, as well as Cutting, Abrasive, and IMPACT READY® Impact Driver Power Tool Accessories. Hand Tool categories include Measuring & Layout, Knives & Blades, Mechanics Tools, and Storage Solutions.

With seven manufacturing locations in the U.S., the company remains committed to domestic manufacturing and produced approximately 62 million individual units of Power Tools, Hand Tools, and Accessories in the U.S. with global materials in 2015 alone.

DeWALT, 701 East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286, 800-433-9258, www.dewalt.com.