Drill for Masonry/Concrete Holes?

I'm looking for a good drill to make holes in masonry and concrete. Can you recommend one?

I've been using the DeWalt DCD805 cordless drill, and it works great for that! There's an overview of it at Overview of the DeWalt DCD805 Drill.

That sounds interesting! What are its specs? I'm particularly interested in power and speed.

The DeWalt DCD805 has a 20-volt brushless motor, a 1/2-inch chuck size, and a maximum speed of 0-650/2,000 RPM. It also has a hammer mode for increased performance with harder materials like masonry or concrete.

That's quite powerful! I'm also concerned about the weight of the drill. Can you tell me how heavy it is?

The DeWalt DCD805 weighs 2.95 lbs, which should be manageable for most users, especially if you're doing smaller projects or using it intermittently.

I've found that the portability of this drill is really nice since it's cordless, so you don't need to worry about a power source. Just remember to keep an eye on the battery life when working on larger projects.

Good point about the cordless aspect! Is it compatible with other DeWalt batteries?

Yes, the DCD805 is part of DeWalt's 20V MAX platform, so you can use it with any other 20V MAX batteries. That means you have more flexibility in terms of battery capacity and work time.

I've been using a different brand's drill for masonry/concrete, but the DCD805 sounds tempting. What about clutch settings? I need something with at least 15 settings to handle various drilling tasks.

The DeWalt DCD805 comes with 15 clutch settings, so that should cover your needs for a variety of tasks. That's one of the reasons it's popular among DIYers and professionals alike.

Thanks for all the information! I think I might go ahead and get the DCD805D2 model since it includes a battery and charger. Any recommendations on how long the battery life lasts?

The DCD805D2 comes with a 2 amp-hour (Ah) battery, which should provide plenty of power for most tasks. It's estimated to have about 40 watt-hours (Wh) of capacity. Keep in mind that battery life can vary depending on the specific work you're doing and how much power the drill is using.

That sounds good! I'm sold on the DCD805D2 now. Thanks for all your help, everyone!

You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Good luck with your new drill!

I hope it serves you well! Don't forget to share your experiences once you've used it.

Will do! Thanks again, everyone. Have a great day!