DeWalt has just announced that they have strengthened their most potent line of batteries. A little under two years ago, DeWalt introduced FlexVolt, which forever changed how we view cordless tools’ limits. Now, they are pushing that limit again with the new DCB612 12.0Ah battery! It is the biggest and worst yet, bringing a whopping 240 watt-hours to endure the most demanding work.
As you may know, FlexVolt batteries provide either 60 or 20 volts, depending on the demands of the tool, and automatically adjust themselves to give the right amount of power. But what does that even mean? Think of voltage like how much water pressure is in your sink, with a high voltage representing high pressure, letting you wash your hands faster. With that, let us examine some of these batteries’ benefits.
Thunderstruck
FlexVolt technology is unique in the market: the battery units can switch between 20 and 60 volts depending on the voltage the tool calls for. Thanks to this, several new tools that had never been possible were available due to the limits of charge and runtime, such as an air compressor and even a table saw. DeWalt also released a 60-volt Max 9″ cut-off saw, a tool typically powered by a gas engine!
The new DeWalt batteries are also the same size and weight as their predecessor, 9.0 Ah batteries, so you get 33.3% more runtime without adding extra bulk.
What is the extra power’s benefit?
The high voltage combined with the astoundingly long runtime means you can use your tools much longer than ever before. 20-volt tools can utilize the full twelve amp-hours that the batteries provide, and more extensive 60-volt tools can still pull power for four amp-hours before hitting empty. Considering that this is twice as long as they could go when FlexVolt was unveiled, it is a fantastic sign of progress.
How does it stack up?
This is the part of the article where we start discussing math, so if that is not your thing, feel free to skip to the end.
Calculating the Watt-Hours is the natural way to determine how much power a DEWALT FLEXVOLT battery can provide. This number is determined by multiplying the Amp-hours by the Voltage. That gives us the equation (60Volts x 4.0Ah) or (20Volts x 12.0Ah) = 240 Watt-Hours.
Two hundred forty watt-hours is an astounding accomplishment for a battery providing so much voltage. Considering that the most potent commercial-grade battery DeWalt offers gives 300 watt-hours, and the following former top-of-the-line FlexVolt brought 180, this battery packs a severe punch.
Will the DCB612 work with my other DEWALT 20V MAX tools?
Yes, it will. While it may take a little getting used to the size of this monster, you will get up to eight times as much runtime as standard DeWalt 20v Max battery units. This might seem overkill, but we assure you, you will soon wonder how you ever worked without it. Changing the batteries less frequently means less downtime, so you and your crew will not lose momentum when a tool suddenly dies smack during a task. Thanks to the LED fuel gauge on the front, you will also have a heads-up when tossing them on the charger and getting fresh ones.
What is the required charge time for the DCB612?
With all this talk of how long the battery can last, you might wonder how long it must sit on the charger between uses. DeWalt recently announced a new way to top off four units in about 2 hours for crews with many cordless tools floating around. With how much runtime you will get from a single charge, this is longer enough, so you will never get left sitting around waiting without live batteries.
Final Thoughts
The power and versatility of this new unit, the DEWALT FLEXVOLT DCB612 power tool battery, can benefit anyone. The extreme runtime lets you work longer than ever, whether running a whole crew of workers, helping with school projects on weekends, or doing yard work. DeWalt has offered yet another innovation to push the boundaries of cordless tools without adding any unnecessary bulk or mass. Plus, since they will be compatible with all the FlexVolt and 20V Max tools, you only need one set of power tool batteries for any upcoming project. That’s why you should shop for DEWALT FLEXVOLT batteries at AcmeTools.com.
Product Information
The DCB612 FlexVolt 20V/60V MAX 12.0Ah Battery is available to buy now.
6 Comments
John
May 15, 2018 at 6:00 pmYou have a math error in the article. Yes it is 240 watt hours.. that is either 20V X 12 A or 60V X 4A
Your article says 60V X 12A
Acme Tools
May 16, 2018 at 8:31 amHi John, Thank you for your comment and for notifying us of the incorrect statement. We have corrected the math and updated it with both the 20V and 60V equations.
Thank you,
Acme Tools
Ardeshir Razmjou
January 22, 2019 at 11:56 pmThere are a few complains on new dewalt flex volt batteries. Is there any chance you can test the quality of their batteries?
Acme Tools
January 23, 2019 at 7:57 amHi Ardeshir, Thank you for your question. We have seen very little complaints surrounding the DeWalt FLEXVOLT batteries but if you would be able to suggest a way to test them we will look into the possibility.
Thank you,
Acme Tools
Monte Womble
June 15, 2020 at 10:16 amAre the Flexvolt DCB series batteries with different amps interchangeable (DCB606, DCB609, and DCB612)?
Acme Tools
June 16, 2020 at 8:09 amHi Monte, Thank you for your question. You can interchange the DCB606, DCB609, and DCB612 batteries on the DEWALT 20V, 60V, and 120VDC Tools.
Thank you,
Acme Tools