One tool that switches between brad nails and crown staples
Is this the right fit?
- Best for
- DIY trim, shop projects, and light framing on soft materials
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- Tool only, so you need a DeWalt 20V battery and charger already, and it is tuned for pine and soft composites rather than hardwood
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This is a tool-only 2-in-1 that runs on DeWALT 20V MAX batteries (DCB200, DCB203, DCB204 and the rest of the series), so if you already have that battery platform there is nothing else to buy. A patented magazine switch flips it between 18-gauge brad nails and 1/4-inch narrow crown staples, covering trim, furniture assembly, carpet edging, and upholstery without carrying two guns. It weighs 2.9 pounds without the battery, has a built-in LED that lights about 12 inches ahead, and the compact nose reaches into roughly 6-inch spaces like cabinet interiors. Safety features include a dual trigger, dry-fire lockout, and recoil reduction. 1,600 nails and staples are in the box. Best fit: DIY trim, shop projects, and light framing on soft materials.
Pros
- Switches between 18GA brad nails and 1/4-inch crown staples on one magazine, so one tool does two jobs
- Runs on DeWalt 20V MAX batteries, so no new battery platform to buy into
- 2.9 pounds without the battery, light enough for overhead trim work
- Dual trigger, dry-fire lockout, and recoil reduction, plus 1,600 fasteners included
Cons
- Tool only, so you need a DeWalt 20V battery and charger already, and it is tuned for pine and soft composites rather than hardwood
Frequently asked questions
Does it come with a battery?
No, it is tool-only. It accepts DeWALT 20V MAX batteries including the DCB200, DCB203, and DCB204 series.
What nail and staple sizes does it take?
18-gauge brad nails from 5/8 to 1-1/4 inches, and 1/4-inch narrow crown staples from 5/8 to 1 inch.
Will it drive into hardwood?
It is optimized for pine, drywall, and soft composites. Oak and maple will leave proud nails you have to set by hand.
How do I switch between nails and staples?
The magazine has a patented switch that changes modes directly, with no tools and no swapping parts.
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