Hammerdrill handles wood, steel, or masonry applications.

Press Release Summary:



Featuring 8.2 A motor, 5.3 lb DW520K ½ in. hammerdrill offers 0-1,000/3,000 rpm and 0-19,000/0-46,000 bpm. Tool features dual drilling modes, and has 5/8 in. capacity in masonry, ½ in. in steel, and 1½ in. in wood. Unit includes 2-speed gear box for adjustment to high-speed or high-torque applications, soft grip handle, and 360° side handle with depth rod for control and accuracy when gauging depth.



Original Press Release:



DeWALT Launches New 1/2" High Performance Hammerdrill with Increased Power



January 2007 - DeWALT, a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools, announced the introduction of a new ½" high performance hammerdrill (DW520K). The new hammerdrill is designed to provide professional contractors with increased levels of power in a lightweight package helping users to get the job done faster.

The DW520K is built with a powerful 8.2 amp motor providing users with enough power for heavy-duty applications. The tool weighs 5.3 pounds, giving it the best power to weight ratio in its class*. Additionally, the hammerdrill offers 0-1,000/3,000 RPM and 0-19,000/0-46,000 beats per minute for increased user productivity.

Dual drilling modes provide users with the versatility for wood, steel or masonry drilling applications. A two-speed gear box enables users to easily adjust to high speed or high torque applications. For maximum comfort and control, the DW520K has a soft grip handle. Additionally, a 360° side handle with a depth rod offers greater control, versatility and accuracy when gauging depth.

About DeWALT (www.dewalt.com)

DeWALT is a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools with more than 300 power tool and equipment products as well as 800 power tool accessories, including corded and cordless drills, saws, hammers, grinders, routers, planers, plate joiners, sanders, lasers, generators, compressors and nailers, as well as saw blades, metal and masonry drill bits, abrasives, screw driving accessories and more. DeWALT tools can be found wherever tools are sold, nationally and internationally. With more than 1,000 factory owned and authorized locations DeWALT has one of the most extensive service and repair networks in North America.

Specifications: DW520K ½" High Performance Hammerdrill

Model
DW520K

Model Replacing
DW515K

Amps
8.2

Max Watts Out
750

RPM
0-1,100-0-2,700

BPM
0-19,000/0-46,000

Capacity in Masonry
5/8"

Capacity in Steel
½"

Capacity in Wood
1-½"

Tool Length
14"

Tool Weight
5.3lbs.

Warranty
3 year limited warranty/1 year free service/ 90 day money back guarantee

Price
$169.00

*Claims true as of 1/1/07

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