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DCS438B

DEWALT® 20V MAX* XR brushless cordless 3-in. Cut-off tool (tool only)

A DEWALT cordless brushless multi-material cutter tool set, which includes the main cutting tool, a dust extraction attachment, and three circular cutting blades for various materials.

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Cut a wide range of materials with the 20V MAX* XR brushless 3 in. Cut-off tool. With a no-load speed of 20,000 RPM, this durable tool is designed for metal, tile, stone, plastic, and drywall/fiber cement. Offering quick wheel changes and both forward and reverse capability, this tool is delivers optimized performance depending on the application. The included dust shroud with adjustable shoe and AIRLOCK connection allows for convenient attachment to DEWALT® extractors, while the integrated LED lets you work in dark spaces. As a part of the 20V MAX* system, this Tool Connect Chip-ready product can be seamlessly intergraded into your current inventory. Battery & charger sold separately

  • 20,000 RPM motor with 7/8 in. MAX depth of cut
  • Power through difficult applications with brushless motor and 550 MWO
  • Cut a wide range of materials: includes bonded abrasive wheel, diamond“   multi-material wheel, and diamond“   tile wheel (this blade uses manufactured diamonds engineered for cutting)
  • Compatible with accessories: includes an adaptor ring to be placed over 3/8 in. Arbor, allowing use of 3 in. Wheels that require a 7/16 in. Arbor
  • Connect to extractors: includes a removable dust shroud with an AIRLOCK connection, enabling the unit to be connected to a DEWALT® extractor (sold separately)
  • Tool Connect Chip ready: chip pocket accepts Tool Connect Chip dce042 (sold separately) and connects with site manager app for easy asset management on the jobsite
  • Conveniently set desired depth: dust shroud features tool-free depth adjustment with mm and inch markings
  • Illuminate dark work areas with bright LED
  • Quickly adjust spark direction when cutting metal with tool-free adjustable guard

Product Type
Cut-Off Tool
Voltage
20 V
Cordless or Corded
Cordless
Power Source
Battery
Tool Only
Yes

  • (1) Hex wrench
  • (1) DCS438 20V MAX* XR Brushless cordless 3 in. cut-off tool
  • (1) Removable dust shroud with adjustable shoe and Airlock connection
  • (1) DW8711 Bonded abrasive wheel
  • (1) DW8530 Diamond† Multi-material wheel
  • (1) DW47350 Diamond† Tile wheel
  • (1) 7/16 in. Arbor adapter ring

  • 3 Year Limited Warranty, 1 Year Free Service, 90 Days Satisfaction Guaranteed

* * Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18.

* ** DCS438 tested with DCB203 battery

* † This blade uses manufactured diamonds engineered for cutting

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Bare tool notice

This item does not include a battery or charger. Compatible batteries and accessories can be found within the 20V MAX* XR® system.

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