The DEWALT DCF512 is a 20V MAX brushless cordless ratchet wrench* engineered for both pros and serious DIYers who need a reliable, portable tool that performs well in tight and hard-to-reach spaces. It’s part of DEWALT’s 20V battery platform, meaning it works with all DEWALT 20V MAX batteries and chargers (battery and charger sold separately).
💪 Key Features & Benefits
🔋 High-Efficiency Brushless Motor
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The tool uses a brushless motor, which improves efficiency, extends runtime, and reduces wear compared with brushed designs.
⏱ Variable Speed Trigger
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You get precision control over the wrench’s speed — ramp up for fast fastening or slow down for delicate work.
💡 Built-In LED Light
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An integrated LED work light illuminates dark work areas, making it easier to see fasteners in dim or confined spaces.
🔄 Right-Angle, Compact Design
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The right-angle head lets you access nuts and bolts where a straight ratchet or larger impact won’t fit. Its low-profile design is ideal for automotive, HVAC, machinery, and general maintenance work.
🔧 Cordless Portability
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As a cordless tool, it offers the freedom to move around the job site without being tethered to a power outlet, which is especially useful in garages or construction settings.
📊 Typical Specifications
(Note: exact numbers can vary slightly depending on model version or region)
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Drive Size: 3/8-inch square anvil
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Motor Type: Brushless
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Power Source: 20V MAX* battery (sold separately)
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Variable Speed Trigger: Yes — for better control
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LED Work Light: Yes — enhances visibility
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Design: Right-angle, compact for tight spaces
🧰 What It’s Best For
✔ Automotive repair and maintenance
✔ Tight or secluded fastener work (engine bays, interior panels)
✔ Assembly/disassembly where precision is important
✔ HVAC, machinery, and equipment service jobs
This tool doesn’t replace a high-torque impact wrench for extremely stubborn fasteners or heavy lug nuts, but it excels at quick fastening, removing nuts/bolts, and repetitive ratcheting work with fine control.