Thanks for the video. My wife got me both 20v DeWalt ratchets for Christmas. 3/8” and 1/2” drives. My only complaint is that the switch to change direction is backwards. You turn the switch counterclockwise to go righty tighty. I think it’s just a little counter intuitive. I get to use them on my motorcycle tomorrow, so I’m excited about that. A better way to test the torque is to use the DeWalt to put the nut on then use the torque wrench to see how much torque it takes to tighten it up a little further. I’d watch that video too. Anyway, thanks again. Merry Christmas and have a happy new year.
Thank you for this review. I know you are showcasing it's power and capabilities even tho you are suppose to break it loose first then hammer down. I've been looking at a new line up of battery tools. I traded my Kobalt stuff for a nice tool box. How has it held up in a mechanical setting since you bought it?
So far so good! I like it best with the 2amp battery as it is lighter. I do find myself having to be careful with it because it will easily over torque a bolt... Have damaged an exhaust flange accidentally with it.
Hi Emel! I don't have the 1/2" ratchet, but at first glance, it looks like they are identical in height, width, and length. 3/8: www.dewalt.com/product/dcf513b/atomic-compact-seriestm-20v-max-brushless-38-ratchet-tool-only 1/2: www.dewalt.com/product/dcf512b/atomic-compact-seriestm-20v-max-brushless-12-ratchet-tool-only?tid=585331 Thanks for watching!
Nice video..however it seems your more concerned with its power numbers and that’s not what these ratchets were intended for they were made to spin off bolts fast after they have been cracked lose. If your looking for the same form figure as this tool but with power torque numbers you really need a right angle impact rachet
You are so right it's not a impact ratchet you use it like a regular ratchet you don't hit the spin off soon as you put it on you manually loosen it first then spin off 🤦
Understood. However, in my opinion running a nut or bolt on and off would be a pretty boring video. Was just trying to showcase that it really is capable of breaking loose a pretty tight bolt just like the specs say.. 👍 Thanks for watching!
that was pretty straight forward...what more does someone need to know...i have 20 volt drill and driver and like you i just want to keep everything the same...been saving up and now i'm ready to get this and the 1/2 inch impact wrench dcf900...been using eartquake air wrench from hf and it busted blade nuts on my brushhog and those can be a pain...but for gp i'm ready for cordless...thanks for the vid, i'm stoked
I have this ratchet and its a wrist destroyer for sure, very good torque!
Ordered mine from Home Depot after watching this, thanks for the video and showing what it can do
I love mine. Use it all the time. Great job on your video.
That’s nice. I got the Milwaukee Fuel, 12v. Works great. I got that and the drills, specifically to work on my car. Love how compact they are
Thanks for the video. My wife got me both 20v DeWalt ratchets for Christmas. 3/8” and 1/2” drives. My only complaint is that the switch to change direction is backwards. You turn the switch counterclockwise to go righty tighty. I think it’s just a little counter intuitive. I get to use them on my motorcycle tomorrow, so I’m excited about that. A better way to test the torque is to use the DeWalt to put the nut on then use the torque wrench to see how much torque it takes to tighten it up a little further. I’d watch that video too. Anyway, thanks again. Merry Christmas and have a happy new year.
Thanks for the video!! This is what I needed to know!
Great job
Awesome test and review
great video!! 🏆
Like the air test was on the fence but getting on tomorrow now 👍
I like your torque wrench very cool
LoL. That was my dad's. Thanks!
Thank you for this review. I know you are showcasing it's power and capabilities even tho you are suppose to break it loose first then hammer down. I've been looking at a new line up of battery tools. I traded my Kobalt stuff for a nice tool box. How has it held up in a mechanical setting since you bought it?
So far so good! I like it best with the 2amp battery as it is lighter. I do find myself having to be careful with it because it will easily over torque a bolt... Have damaged an exhaust flange accidentally with it.
@This Old Farm Shop awesome, I've been looking at them hard lately for body work & simple repairs.
Hi like your vids, what is the difference between 3/8 and 1/2 drive in terms of profile size for tight spaces? Thanks
Hi Emel!
I don't have the 1/2" ratchet, but at first glance, it looks like they are identical in height, width, and length.
3/8: www.dewalt.com/product/dcf513b/atomic-compact-seriestm-20v-max-brushless-38-ratchet-tool-only
1/2: www.dewalt.com/product/dcf512b/atomic-compact-seriestm-20v-max-brushless-12-ratchet-tool-only?tid=585331
Thanks for watching!
Brand new and already throwing it around!
Demonstrating how tough it is lol 🤣🤣
The black and yellow tools like it.
Nice review
Thank you! And thanks for watching!
mine just stopped workin 5 months later
Oh no!!
Nice video..however it seems your more concerned with its power numbers and that’s not what these ratchets were intended for they were made to spin off bolts fast after they have been cracked lose. If your looking for the same form figure as this tool but with power torque numbers you really need a right angle impact rachet
You are so right it's not a impact ratchet you use it like a regular ratchet you don't hit the spin off soon as you put it on you manually loosen it first then spin off 🤦
Understood. However, in my opinion running a nut or bolt on and off would be a pretty boring video. Was just trying to showcase that it really is capable of breaking loose a pretty tight bolt just like the specs say.. 👍 Thanks for watching!
Man. You're kind of rough on your stuff.
I know, didn't even realize I was like that until I started making videos of myself 😂😂. We all have room for improvement LoL
Terrible filming
Thanks, I'm considering it a new genre-'imperfect perfection'."
that was pretty straight forward...what more does someone need to know...i have 20 volt drill and driver and like you i just want to keep everything the same...been saving up and now i'm ready to get this and the 1/2 inch impact wrench dcf900...been using eartquake air wrench from hf and it busted blade nuts on my brushhog and those can be a pain...but for gp i'm ready for cordless...thanks for the vid, i'm stoked