The DCH481X2 60-Volt MAX Brushless 1-9/16 in. SDS Max Combination Hammer is a lightweight high-performance hammer that is powered by a DEWALT brushless motor and durable German engineered mechanism. The DCH481 delivers 6.1 joules of impact energy for fast drilling, even in the hardest concrete. The lightweight design makes it ideally suited for horizontal serial drilling for #4 – #8 rebar, dry coring and chipping in any mid to upper wall and ceiling application. The patented E-Clutch; system provides enhanced control to the user in a bind up situation and can help minimize sudden torque reaction compared to standard clutches. The Active Vibration Control; technology employed delivers reduced user vibration for less user fatigue and greater productivity. With its balanced design, SHOCKS; Active Vibration Control; technology and Extreme Run Time, this hammer is ideally suited for all day use, even in the hardest concrete.
- 6.1 joules of impact energy provides corded power without the cord
- E-clutch for maximum control in bind-up situations – a perform and protect feature
- SHOCKS – active vibration control reduces vibration felt by the user at the handles; a perform and protect feature
- DEWALT built brushless motor for all day runtime and durability
- (2) 20-Volt/60-Volt MAX FLEXVOLT (9.0Ah at 20V and 3.0Ah at 60V) batteries
- I deal for drilling for #4 – #8 rebar and 5/8 in. – 1 in. threaded rod
- Chipping in any mid to upper wall and ceiling application
- Includes side handle
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Reese Wiza (verified owner) –
I purchased this hammer drill and three 6 Ah batteries over a year ago. I have a 20 acre property in west Texas with lots of sandstone rocks, boulders, and a clay-sand hardpan about 2 inches under the ground surface. I primarily use this tool to break up large rocks in areas I want to cultivate, and to drill holes for fenceposts and for bamboo poles I use to provide warning of big rocks in fields that I don’t want to run over with a plow or mower. I have successfully used 1.5″ x 36″ and smaller hammer drill bits, 1″ wide flat chisels, a 3.5″ asphalt cutter, and a 4.5″ clay spade with this tool. The tool has the power to drill in sandstone, but that power drains batteries pretty fast. One 6 Ah battery gives about 10 minutes drilling or hammer-chiseling time in rock, enough to bust a few rocks or drill about ten 8″ deep holes in rock. Because I don’t have a portable generator to power a corded tool of similar capability, I chose the cordless version. If you have the patience to do a little work at a time and then recharge batteries, this tool works. If you need to operate continuously for more than a half-hour a day, you would be better off investing in a generator and a corded tool.
Kristin Gorczany (verified owner) –
I bought one of these hammer drills for my side work.( masonry) I can use this product from repair on a chimney to drilling rebar holes for a concrete stop. its light weight, hard working machine, saves time and money. hands down the best.
Neil Beatty (verified owner) –
This product is excellent because it’s capable to do all the work that I bought it for.
Carolyn Stokes (verified owner) –
I got this for my dad after he lost his tools from a cargo. He loves it! Strong drills and lightweight body. It can drill good enough for its size on the concrete pillars.
Rubye Schimmel (verified owner) –
I bought this product 2 weeks ago and it is awesome
Carissa Mills (verified owner) –
Dewalt never fails. Always making amazing tools. Always the right tool for the right job. No matter what the job dewalt can tackle anything
Lacy Lebsack (verified owner) –
I bought this for my dad and he absolutely enjoyed it i have never heard him complain about this product. Everything about this company is spectacular! Their products are amazing and the customer service is amazing!
Henry Mertz (verified owner) –
Nice and smooth operation! Cordless is the way to go. The batteries lasts long enough for basic slab removal projects.
Angelita Greenfelder (verified owner) –
The tool performed above expectations and with the sds max bits on it you can really hog some holes. It paid for itself on the first job. I’ll be buying another one soon
Emmy Tillman (verified owner) –
tool works great!…………………………………..
Joshua Maggio (verified owner) –
Just what we needed to drill a 21” hole through concrete and brick.
Hertha Bergnaum (verified owner) –
Was what I expected. Good power without the cord. Would recommend.
Garfield Kshlerin (verified owner) –
I bought this as a substitute for my other corded combo hammer, which I mainly used for digging in clay soils. This cordless version just doesn’t have the power to dig the way I’d hoped, but, having used it to drill many anchor bolts, I will say that it’s drill feature is better than corded! Ditto for light chipping (tile removal) where not needing a cord is also a huge benefit!
Teagan Pouros (verified owner) –
Mostly using for ground rods and core bits for electrical services. Does it’s job and works just as good if not better than wall powered drills and saves me from lugging around a generator
Marisa Reynolds (verified owner) –
Works good.
Florence McClure (verified owner) –
Made quick work of tile removal from a bathroom I was remodeling. Lasted a single battery charge. Working on removal of brick wall and still no let down. Battery wait takes a little getting used to, however more overall freedom and mobility.
Jamarcus King (verified owner) –
Purchased this just a short while ago and have already drilled hundreds of re-rod holes, chiseled old cemented in steel posts and chisled certain post hole areas(old cement or large rocks). Did an amazing job. If I had one thing to comment against besides the price is that it is hefty. This is not a light weight tool. Most of my jobs have lasted two hours at a time and sometimes two or three jobs in a day. The Flexvolt really holds a charge. I am so far very pleased will write again only if it doesn’t hold up.
Fiona Gislason (verified owner) –
I returned this product because it is actually SDS-MAX instead of SDS-Plus and none of my bits were compatable with this item. Awesome feeling tool but in my line of work I need the smaller bit sizes with the sds-plus
Floy Bayer (verified owner) –
Excellent drill, hammers hard
Jaleel Schimmel (verified owner) –
I could not be happier. Strong and get the job doe fast.