DEWALT SDS-Plus Cordless Hammer Drill 18V Brushless with 2x5.0Ah Batteries and Charger (DCH172+DCB1104P2-QW)

For electricians and plumbers drilling anchor holes in concrete walls, the DEWALT DCH172 SDS-Plus cordless hammer drill delivers 1.4 J of impact energy without a cord. The brushless motor and two 5.0 Ah XR batteries provide runtime for a full day of installations.

Key specifications

• Voltage: 18V DC
• Battery type: Li-Ion XR
• Motor type: Brushless
• Impact energy (EPTA 05/2009): 1.4 J
• No-load speed: 0-1060 rpm
• Impact rate: 0-4980 bpm
• Chuck type: SDS-Plus
• Max. drilling capacity in concrete: 16 mm
• Max. drilling capacity in wood: 16 mm
• Max. drilling capacity in metal: 10 mm
• Operating modes: 2 (Rotary drilling, Hammer drilling)
• Vibration level (hammer drilling): 8.8 m/s²
• Sound pressure level: 87 dB(A)
• Sound power level: 98 dB(A)
• Battery capacity (included): 2x 5.0 Ah
• Charger type (included): DEWALT DCB1104 Multi-Voltage XR Charger
• Tool weight (without battery): 1.8 kg
• Tool dimensions (L x W x H, without battery): 265 x 73 x 176 mm

Why choose it

The brushless motor extends tool life and runtime, while the SDS-Plus chuck allows quick bit changes for fast drilling in concrete and masonry. The compact design fits into tight spaces, and the included 5.0 Ah batteries provide ample power for demanding tasks.

Ideal use cases

• Drilling anchor holes in concrete for electrical and plumbing installations
• Light chiselling work in masonry (if chiselling mode is available, but not specified here)
• Overhead drilling with reduced fatigue due to lightweight design

Good to know

The kit includes two 5.0 Ah batteries and a DCB1104 charger, so you can keep one battery charging while working with the other. The tool has two operating modes: rotary drilling and hammer drilling. It does not have a chiselling mode.