DeWalt DC020 Cordless/Corded Worklight

Includes 12-18V Cordless/Corded Worklight - DC020

Amazon Sales Rank: #39515 in Home ImprovementBrand: DEWALTModel: DC020Number of items: 1Cordless/corded 38W Fluorescent worklight runs on 12-volt-18-volt NiCd/NiMh/track saw DEWALT batteries or ac power and provides area lighting without the extreme heat of halogenPower outlets offer more versatility for jobsite powerSpring loaded battery hold down keeps batteries in place when transporting from place to placeCompact design provides quick and easy fold-up, transport, and storageSpring loaded battery hold down

You no longer have to choose between the unlimited light source of a corded worklight, and the portable convenience of a battery-powered light. The cleverly designed DEWALT DC020 Worklight will run off a battery or you can plug it into a 120-volt wall outlet. How’s that for versatility? The compact, lightweight worklight will accept any DEWALT rechargeable battery between 12 and 18 volts, including NiCad, lithium ion or nickel metal hydride. It’ll shine continuously for about one hour on a fully charged 18-volt battery. The 38-watt fluorescent bulb emits a room-brightening 2,700 lumens, and it burns much cooler than halogen or incandescent bulbs; something you’ll appreciate when working in small, dark spaces, such as attics, closets, crawlspaces and under decks and porches. The DC020 is equipped with two auxiliary power outlets for conveniently plugging in electric tools or extension cords. Other features include: compact design that folds flat for storage, and a spring-loaded clamp that securely holds the battery in place during transport. It’s backed by DEWALT’s three-year limited warranty, 90-day money-back guarantee, and one-year free service contract. Battery and charger are sold separately.

Most helpful customer reviews7 of 7 people found the following review helpful.LOTS of light, lightweight, but no charger like DC022By HMMWVYEARS ago I bought the dc022 earlier version of this lamp assy with dual chargers for 12 to 18V nicad packs (which I still use and keep in my truck - its saved me from sudden darkness so many times I won't hesitate to have the new version). My only concern is that the dc022 protected the bulb really well by folding it flat against a metal plate to store it when the light assy is folded shut while the dc020 leaves the bulb exposed to the side. I do like the more compact and portable size of the dc022 as well as the lower weight, but miss the near 3 hour runtime with 2 XRP batteries and multi-voltage chargers loaded into the DC022. p.s. - watch the price - I've seen it move $20 down once in a while when amazon puts dewalt on saleThis would be a 5 star dewalt tool had they included a multi chemistry charger in the same manner the dc022 had 2 chargers built into it. Everything is there - power, battery holder, and light so there is no excuse for not putting a lithium capable charger inside this unit which is why it's only 4 star rated. Dewalt did do a good job packing with the light packed separately, however be sure that you put the light cover aside exactly as it came off - it has a rounded side and a flat side, so of the 4 possible re-attachment methods, only one works.Having covered the 020's negatives, I like the smaller size of the DC020 for portability. The 022 is a big lamp with 3 gfci outlets and 2 chargers while the 020 adds more flexibility for batteries (but just one socket and no gfci - I carry a separate gfci anyways) - one less outlet, and perhaps a better design for portability.The folded u shaped tube is used in many CF torcherie lamps that replace the hot burning 500watt halogen deisngs previously used. It is bright, aimaable, and since it runs on both the AC or DC sources in the DC020 fixture you are never left in the dark when murphy steps into the construction site by draining the generator tank, turning off the generator, unplugging your cord, or when the workers go home early and you have just a bit of work left so you don't have to come back tomorrow - all those cases switch from AC to DC power on the light and the EXACT right time, just giving murphy an evil stare back when lights go out and yours stays on. That feature remains which makes this a great power failure light while working in places you can't afford to loose light if the AC mains drops for any reason.I just wish it had a lithium charger - I'd be alot more likely to try one lithium pack on my new tools if it had come with a charger like its predicessor, the dc022 did (charged 2 simultaneously)3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.Pricey but superbBy J. BeckerI love these lights! (I bought one from a big box retailer and went back and bought another!) They're super bright and run very cool. Starts bright and takes about two minutes to get to full brightness.Much faster -- and so much cooler in the garage with no A/C -- than trying to set up and plug in my old-style Halogen lights on tripods. It takes just a few seconds to grab them and turn them on. Then I've learned how great they are and now I'm using them in the office for extra backlighting behind my desk. As it turns out, they're also great for computer work without glare (just aim at ceiling). They seem very tough, too. (Try to remember they're lights and made of glass, but it's easy to forget with such a sturdy housing!) There's a hard plexiglass cover over the bulb itself. The only con I've found is that they don't also charge the battery the way the radio does, as another reviewer noted, but that's no big deal to me. (Incidentally, the vacuum cleaner doesn't charge the batteries either.)They're just fantastic. I can't address the reliability of the bulbs or ballasts, yet, but DeWALT makes good stuff. I'll post back if I have any problems.4 of 5 people found the following review helpful.DC020 WorklightBy J. WilliamsThis is a great worklight. It's not as compact as some halogen units; however, you don't have to worry about it getting too hot. I would give it 5 stars; however it does not charge the battery.See all 9 customer reviews...